Editorial Office, Author at First Balkan Media

Montenegro Moves to Rename Kotor Swimming Pool Following Croatian Demand

Montenegro has cleared the legal path to rename a swimming pool in Kotor that bears the name of former Yugoslav water polo player Zoran “Jimmy” Gopčević, addressing one of Croatia’s demands in

October 14, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Politics

Toše Proeski Remembered in Split: Tribute Concert Marks 19 Years Since His Tragic Death

A concert titled “Toše Forever – Music That Lives On” will be held in Split, Croatia, on October 16, honoring the memory of Macedonian pop icon Toše Proeski, 19 years after his

October 14, 2026

Croatia·Entertainment·Macedonia

Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 Returns October 18 with Star-Studded Model Lineup and Live Music

The glamour, iconic wings, and spectacular runway looks are returning! The Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show 2026 is scheduled for Sunday, October 18, at Sony Pictures Studios in Los Angeles, bringing together some

October 14, 2026

Entertainment

U.S. Fines Bank of America $1.2 Billion for Money Laundering and Sanctions Violations

The U.S. Treasury Department has imposed a $1.2 billion penalty on Bank of America over violations of anti-money laundering laws and sanctions regulations, marking the third-largest penalty in the department’s history. Treasury

October 14, 2026

Business·Whats New

Novi Sad Emerges as a Real Estate Investment Hotspot as Property Prices Continue to Rise

Property transactions in Serbia reached €4.2 billion in the first half of 2026, marking a 10.1% increase compared with the same period last year. Novi Sad remains one of the country’s most

October 13, 2026

Business·Serbia

IMF: Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Economic Growth to Slow to 2.3% in 2026 as Inflation Reaches 5%

Economic growth in Bosnia and Herzegovina is expected to slow to 2.3% in 2026, while inflation is projected to rise to 5%, according to the latest forecast from the International Monetary Fund

October 13, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Business

Eleven Sailors Missing After Drone Attack Sinks Cargo Ship off Bulgaria’s Black Sea Coast

Eleven sailors are missing after a cargo ship sank following a drone attack off Bulgaria’s Black Sea coast on Tuesday, October 13, prompting Bulgarian authorities to summon the Russian ambassador amid growing

October 13, 2026

Politics

Kimberly Guilfoyle Resigns as U.S. Ambassador to Greece Following $100,000 Credit Card Bill Allegations

Kimberly Guilfoyle is stepping down as U.S. ambassador to Greece after the White House asked her to resign amid allegations that she sought a $100,000 payment from a political donor to cover

October 13, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Netflix Secures Broadcasting Rights for the 2030 World Cup in Spain

Netflix is making a major move into football broadcasting, securing exclusive audiovisual rights to the 2030 FIFA World Cup in Spain and Andorra. The American streaming giant Netflix has secured exclusive audiovisual

October 13, 2026

Entertainment·Sport·Whats New

The Balkan Food Edit: Discover the Flavors of the Balkans in Chicago and the Suburbs

From traditional bakeries and Balkan coffee to ćevapi, burek, and lively kafanas, Chicago’s Balkan food scene brings the taste of home to the heart of America. Chicago is a city built on

October 13, 2026

Community

Trump Considers Firing U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle Amid Financial Allegations

President Donald Trump said he and his administration are considering removing Kimberly Guilfoyle from her position as U.S. ambassador to Greece following allegations that she asked a businessman to wire her $100,000

October 13, 2026

Politics·Whats New

How to Make Perfect, Soft, Irresistible Homemade Rolls — Just Like Back Home!

How do you make the perfect rolls? Soft, fluffy, golden, and so delicious that you can never stop at just one! The taste that everyone who grew up in the Balkans knows

October 13, 2026

Community·Entertainment