Editorial Office, Author at First Balkan Media

Former U.S. President Barack Obama sparked widespread debate after a lighthearted exchange about extraterrestrials during a podcast appearance

While speaking with Brian Tyler Cohen, Obama was asked directly, “Are aliens real?” He replied, “They are real, but I haven’t seen them,” a comment that quickly fueled online speculation and eye-catching

February 16, 2026

Whats New

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl LX Halftime Show Draws 128.2 Million Viewers, Ranks Among Most-Watched in History

Bad Bunny’s Apple Music Super Bowl LX Halftime Show at Super Bowl LX on February 8, 2026, drew an average of 128.2 million viewers across U.S. broadcast and streaming platforms, according to

February 13, 2026

Whats New

NBA All-Star Game changes again for 2026. Will this finally make it competitive?

The NBA is introducing a major change to the All-Star Game in 2026, replacing the traditional exhibition format with a competitive USA vs. World concept. The game will feature three teams instead

February 13, 2026

Sport

Midterms Set the Stage for JD Vance to Build Power Inside the GOP

The upcoming midterm elections are shaping up to be more than just a battle for congressional control—they may also serve as a critical proving ground for Vice President JD Vance, who stands

February 13, 2026

Politics·Uncategorized

Lindsey Vonn Speaks from Hospital After Third Successful Surgery

American alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn has spoken publicly from the hospital after undergoing her third surgery following a serious crash during the downhill event at the Winter Olympic Games Milano Cortina.

February 13, 2026

Sport

Hungary, Slovakia, Georgia: Why Does Milanović Visit Countries Often Linked to Russia?

Croatian President Zoran Milanović has once again sparked controversy with his choice of foreign visits—this time to Georgia, a country whose current authorities are accused of pro-Russian policies and democratic backsliding. “I

February 13, 2026

Croatia

Komšić from Washington: Dodik Has No U.S. Support Due to Actions Undermining Stability

Speaking from Washington, Chairman of the Presidency of Bosnia and Herzegovina Željko Komšić said that it was clearly conveyed to the Bosnian delegation that former RS president Milorad Dodik does not enjoy

February 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Tram Derails in Sarajevo, One Woman Killed, Several Injured

One woman was killed, and several other people were injured today in Sarajevo when a city tram derailed on one of the busiest streets near the National Museum of Bosnia and Herzegovina

February 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

The United States and Macedonia Reach a Reciprocal Trade Agreement

The United States and Macedonia have reached a Framework Agreement on reciprocal, fair, and balanced trade aimed at strengthening bilateral economic relations, which will provide exporters from both countries with expanded access

February 13, 2026

Macedonia

Mickoski Expects Positive News: Significantly Lower U.S. Tariffs for 64 Strategic Macedonian Products

The Prime Minister of the Republic of North Macedonia, Hristijan Mickoski, said today that he expects positive news regarding U.S. trade tariffs, announcing that intensive negotiations over the past months are likely

February 12, 2026

Macedonia

Slovenia Wins Historic Gold in Mixed Team Ski Jumping at 2026 Winter Olympics

At the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan–Cortina, Slovenia’s mixed team captured the gold medal in ski jumping, achieving a historic Olympic victory and thrilling fans with a standout performance. The team’s success

February 12, 2026

Slovenia

Croatia Gains Nearly €20 Billion Net From EU Membership as Brussels Greenlights €896 Million Recovery Payment

Croatia has net benefited nearly €20 billion from EU membership, thanks to a combination of structural, cohesion and other EU funds exceeding its budget contributions. The country has accelerated its use of

February 12, 2026

Croatia