Editorial Office, Author at First Balkan Media

Velkovski and Rokas Put Demographic Challenges at the Center of Macedonia-EU Cooperation

Demographic challenges facing Europe and Macedonia were among the main topics discussed during a meeting between Macedonia’s Minister of Social Policy, Demography and Youth, Gjoko Velkovski, and EU Ambassador Michalis Rokas. The

July 30, 2026

Macedonia

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Reportedly Planning Star-Studded Wedding Celebration

Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodríguez are reportedly preparing for a major celebrity wedding in 2026, the wedding is expected to attract global attention from sports, entertainment, and business circles. Reports suggest the

July 30, 2026

Whats New

Kicevo Set for New €22.5 Million Hospital as Government Plans Major Healthcare Investment

Kicevo is set for a major healthcare investment with plans for a new hospital complex estimated at around €22.5 million. The project was presented during a visit by Deputy Health Minister Jovica

July 30, 2026

Macedonia

Saudi Club Says It Offered Lionel Messi a Record $1.6 Billion Contract

Lionel Messi reportedly turned down a $1.6 billion contract offer from Saudi Arabian club Al Ittihad before signing with Inter Miami in 2023, according to club president Louay Mashabi. He said the

July 30, 2026

Sport

China Warns of Retaliation as U.S. Tightens Restrictions on Chinese Robots and Energy Technology

China has warned that it could take retaliatory measures if the United States moves forward with new restrictions targeting Chinese robots and power inverters. Beijing argues that the measures unfairly discriminate against

July 30, 2026

Politics

USDA Invests $25 Million in Arizona Facility as New World Screwworm Threatens U.S. Livestock

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $25 million in a new facility in Douglas, Arizona, as part of a broader effort to prevent New World screwworm from spreading further into the

July 30, 2026

Whats New

US Awards Lockheed Martin Record $58.6 Billion Patriot Missile Contract

The U.S. Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a contract worth up to $58.6 billion to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, the Pentagon announced Wednesday. The deal marks a major expansion of efforts to

July 30, 2026

Whats New

Montenegro Spends Far Less on Pensions and Social Support Than the EU

Montenegro spends significantly less on pensions and social protection than European Union countries, highlighting a wide gap in public spending and financial support for citizens. The Montenegro pensions and social support system

July 29, 2026

Montenegro

Belgrade’s International School Set for Major Expansion With New Campus

The Serbian Ministry of Education and the International School of Belgrade (ISB) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a new campus in Belgrade, marking a significant step in the school’s

July 29, 2026

Serbia

FIFA Sets September 19 Deadline for Member Nations to Decide on $20 Million Proposal

FIFA has given its 211 member associations until September 19 to decide whether to accept a controversial proposal that includes a one-time $20 million payment for every national federation. The FIFA $20

July 29, 2026

Sport

Cetinje Ready for Three Nights of Music as Montenegro Beer Fest Returns

Cetinje is preparing for one of Montenegro’s biggest summer music events, with the sixth edition of Montenegro Beer Fest set to take place from July 31 to August 2. The three day

July 29, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegro Seeks New Clean Energy Partnerships as It Pushes Toward a Greener Future

Montenegro is looking to attract new international investment into renewable energy as the country accelerates its transition toward a cleaner and more integrated energy system. Energy and Mining Minister Admir Šahmanović said

July 29, 2026

Montenegro