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Serbia Suffers Historic US Open Setback as Kecmanovic and Djokovic Exit Early

Serbia has suffered a disappointing start to the 2026 US Open, with Miomir Kecmanovic and Novak Djokovic both eliminated in the opening round in New York. Kecmanovic was beaten by Canada’s Denis

August 31, 2026

Community·Serbia

U.S. Congressman Ryan Mackenzie Joins Congressional Macedonian Caucus

U.S. Representative Ryan Mackenzie of Pennsylvania has joined the bipartisan and bicameral Congressional Macedonian Caucus, further expanding congressional engagement with the Macedonian-American community. The United Macedonian Diaspora (UMD) announced Mackenzie’s decision to

August 27, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Taste of Croatia Golf Tournament Set for September 11 in Ontario

The Taste of Croatia Golf Tournament will bring the Croatian Canadian community together in Ontario on September 11, 2026, combining golf, Croatian cuisine and community networking at Glen Eagle Golf Club in

August 18, 2026

Community·Croatia

Archbishop Irénée Brings Orthodox Communities Together at Burnaby Liturgy

Archbishop Irénée brought Orthodox communities together in Burnaby during a special Holy Hierarchical Liturgy that united faithful for prayer, remembrance and fellowship. The service was held on August 10 at Saint Michael

August 18, 2026

Community·Serbia

Macedonian Heritage Night Brings Culture and Baseball to Fort Wayne

Macedonian Heritage Night is bringing the Macedonian American community together at Parkview Field in Fort Wayne for an evening of culture, heritage and baseball. The special event is scheduled for Saturday, August

August 18, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Bosnia’s 2026 Elections: What Voters Living Abroad Need to Know

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s 2026 elections are approaching, and citizens living abroad need to complete registration to vote from outside the country. The election is scheduled for October 4, 2026, while the Central

August 18, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community

Preston Lions Celebrate Historic Cup Success as Macedonian-Australian Football Makes Its Mark

Preston Lions have enjoyed a memorable period in Australian football, with the Melbourne based club celebrating a major cup triumph while also reaching the quarter finals of the Australia Cup. The achievements

August 14, 2026

Community

Macedonian Orthodox Diaspora in Australia Marks Ilinden with Prayer and Unity

The Macedonian Orthodox community in Australia commemorated Ilinden this year with church services and celebrations held across all parish communities of the Australian-Sydney Diocese of the Macedonian Orthodox Church – Ohrid Archbishopric.

August 5, 2026

Community

Holy Transfiguration Camp brings Serbian Canadian children together

The Holy Transfiguration Camp in Milton, Ontario, has once again brought together hundreds of children from the Serbian Orthodox diaspora in Canada, creating a space where faith, Serbian heritage, friendship and community

July 31, 2026

Community

Macedonian Australians urged to participate accurately in 2026 Census

Australia’s Macedonian community is mobilizing ahead of the national Census on Tuesday, August 11, 2026, urging members to accurately report their ancestry, language, religion and country of birth. Community leaders say precise

July 31, 2026

Community

New EU Non-Paper Proposes Gradual Integration of Western Balkans into the Single Market

A new non paper reportedly backed by five European Union member states proposes a gradual integration model for the Western Balkans, aiming to bring the region closer to EU membership through phased

May 20, 2026

Community·Politics

Croatian Drone Company Expands to the U.S., Launches Production Facility in Florida

Croatian technology company Orqa is expanding into the United States through a new strategic partnership that will see the company establish drone production operations on American soil. The move represents one of

May 6, 2026

Community·Croatia