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Trump Delays U.S. Vote on New Sanctions Against Russia

U.S. President Donald Trump is holding up a vote on a bipartisan bill that would tighten sanctions on Russia’s energy sector, senior Democratic senators warned, according to Yahoo News. Speaking in Kyiv

February 18, 2026

Politics

Mark Zuckerberg Testifies in U.S. Trial Over Social Media Addiction Claims

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is testifying today in a U.S. court case regarding alleged social media addiction among minors. The lawsuit claims that Instagram and other platforms were intentionally designed to foster

February 18, 2026

Whats New

Vance: U.S. Has Tools to Halt Iran’s Nuclear Program

U.S. Vice President JD Vance reiterated that Washington remains determined to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, following a new round of talks held in Geneva, according to DPA. In an interview

February 18, 2026

Politics

Podgorica Court Annuls Boris Raonić’s Appointment as RTCG Director for Third Time

The Basic Court in Podgorica has annulled the decision of the Radio and Television of Montenegro (RTCG) Council appointing Boris Raonić as the general director of the public broadcaster for a four-year

February 17, 2026

Montenegro

Slovenian Pensions Rising by 4.2 % in February Adjustment

Slovenian pensioners are set to receive a regular increase of 4.2 % in February, according to the Pension and Disability Insurance Institute of Slovenia (ZPIZ). The adjustment will also include a retroactive payment

February 17, 2026

Slovenia

Incidents Mar Serbia’s 200th Anniversary: Students and Journalists Attacked Amid Political Tensions

Tensions flared in Novi Sad during the celebration of the 200th anniversary of “Matica Srpska,” an event that was meant to be ceremonial but instead became the scene of violent incidents and

February 17, 2026

Serbia

Heavy Snow in Bosnia and Herzegovina Causes Traffic Chaos

Thick snowfall that hit large parts of Bosnia and Herzegovina overnight has caused serious disruptions on the roads, leading to dangerous conditions and at least one major traffic accident. Drivers faced very

February 17, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Budget Priorities Clash With Worker Wages in North Macedonia

A growing standoff over wage policy in North Macedonia is exposing deep frustrations among workers and unions, who argue that while the state budget has room for spending, ordinary employees are being

February 17, 2026

Macedonia

Trump’s $100 Billion Venezuelan Oil Gamble Faces Tough Reality Check

U.S. President Donald Trump has called on American oil companies to commit at least $100 billion to rebuild Venezuela’s crumbling oil infrastructure – a massive investment he says is essential if his

February 17, 2026

Business

New York City Mayor Orders Deep Review of Sanctuary Law Compliance Across City Agencies

Zohran Mamdani has ordered a sweeping review of how New York City agencies implement local sanctuary protections, appointing a former federal immigration official to oversee the process. The mayor selected Bitta Mostofi,

February 17, 2026

Politics

Jelena Rozga Brings Her Signature Pop Energy to Chicago’s Compass Arena

Croatian pop sensation Jelena Rozga is set to light up Chicago with a live performance at Compass Arena on Saturday, March 28. Fans can expect an unforgettable night packed with music, emotion

February 17, 2026

Community

From the Balkans to the U.S.: Documentary and TV Series on Saint Sava Now in Production

A major international film project dedicated to Saint Sava is currently being filmed across Europe and the United States, bringing the story of the medieval spiritual leader to a global audience. The

February 17, 2026

Community