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Rozi Mickoska Attends Melania Trump Reception in New York

Rozi Mickoska, the wife of Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski, attended a reception hosted by U.S. First Lady Melania Trump in New York. Mickoska appeared in an elegant formal look at the

September 23, 2026

Macedonia·Politics

Macedonia EU Integration Dialogue Focuses on Key Reform Chapters

The National Convention on the European Union in Macedonia is holding its 75th dialogue session, bringing together government officials, diplomats, legal experts and civil society representatives to discuss the country’s European path.

September 23, 2026

Macedonia·Politics

Macedonia Plans New System to Detect Sick Leave Abuse

Macedonia’s Health Insurance Fund and Interior Ministry are developing a data-sharing system designed to detect potential sick leave abuse, including cases in which employees leave the country while officially absent from work

September 23, 2026

Macedonia

€200,000 Found in Hungarian Traveler’s Car at Macedonia Border

Macedonian customs officers stopped an attempt to bring €200,000 in undeclared cash into the country after inspecting a Hungarian citizen’s vehicle at the Tabanovce border crossing. The vehicle was selected for a

September 23, 2026

Macedonia

Serbian Handball Clubs Learn European Cup Opponents

Serbian handball clubs have learned their opponents for the second round of the EHF European Cup, with Vojvodina, Dinamo Pančevo and Dubočica preparing to face teams from Israel, Slovenia and Latvia. The

September 23, 2026

Serbia·Slovenia·Sport

Pellet Prices in Croatia and Bosnia Rise Ahead of Heating Season

Pellet prices in Croatia and Bosnia are increasing sharply before the heating season has even begun, placing additional pressure on household budgets. Prices in Croatia have risen by between 30% and 40%

September 23, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Croatia

Studenac Debt Crisis Deepens as Liabilities Near €450 Million

The Studenac debt crisis is raising concerns about the future of Croatia’s largest retail network after the company accumulated nearly €450 million in bank debt and loan obligations. The retailer is facing

September 23, 2026

Croatia

Afghan Brothers Detained at Split Airport With Fake Croatian IDs

Two Afghan brothers were detained at Split Airport after attempting to travel with forged Croatian identity cards issued under the unusual names “Prince Trpimir” and “King Ladislav.” The older brother was placed

September 23, 2026

Croatia·Politics

European Fuel Prices Surge as Diesel Tops €2.50 per Liter

European fuel prices have risen sharply, with diesel exceeding €2 per liter in 16 of the European Union’s 27 member states and reaching a record high of more than €2.50 in the

September 23, 2026

Politics

European Week of Sport Launches in Novi Sad With #BeActive Campaign

The European Week of Sport in Serbia has officially launched in Novi Sad, encouraging people of all ages to make exercise and physical activity part of their everyday lives. This year’s initiative

September 23, 2026

Serbia·Sport

Serbia Winter Energy Supply Backed by Record Gas Reserves

Serbia’s winter energy supply is entering the heating season in a relatively stable position, backed by record gas reserves, growing coal stockpiles and more than 50,000 metric tons of fuel oil expected

September 23, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Narodna Srbija Withdrawal Could Reshape Serbia’s Ballot

The planned withdrawal of the Narodna Srbija election list could change the numbering of several parties on Serbia’s parliamentary ballot and potentially confuse some voters. Although the coalition had decided to support

September 23, 2026

Politics·Serbia