FBM Desk, Author at First Balkan Media

Deadly Floods and Landslides Hit Nepal After Glacier Collapse

A devastating natural disaster has struck Nepal and parts of the surrounding Himalayan region, with catastrophic floods, landslides and powerful debris flows leaving hundreds of people dead or missing. According to the

August 27, 2026

Whats New

Sea Dance Returns to Budva With Global Hits and Major International Stars

Sea Dance is set to begin in Budva on August 28, bringing some of the biggest names in electronic, dance and regional music to the Montenegrin coast. The festival will gather internationally

August 27, 2026

Montenegro

Direct Flights From Ljubljana to New York Return After 36 Years, But Tickets Won’t Be Cheap

After 36 years, Slovenia is set to regain a direct air connection with the United States, with United Airlines planning to launch regular flights between Ljubljana and New York in May 2027.

August 27, 2026

Slovenia·Whats New

Celje Misses Champions League but Secures Major European Windfall

Celje came within touching distance of a historic place among Europe’s football elite, but despite falling short against Slovan Bratislava, the Slovenian champions have already secured a major financial reward from their

August 27, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Slovenia Could Hold Three Advisory Referendums on October 11

Slovenia is preparing for a possible major referendum day on October 11, when voters could be asked to give their opinion on three different political and social issues. The relevant parliamentary committees

August 27, 2026

Slovenia

Swimming Banned at Montenegro Beach After Dangerous Bacteria Found in Sea

Swimming has been temporarily banned at the Donja Lastva 01 beach in Tivat, Montenegro, after water quality tests found elevated levels of bacteria that exceeded permitted limits. The warning applies to the

August 27, 2026

Montenegro

Dolly Parton Dies at 80 as the World Remembers a Country Music Icon

Dolly Parton, one of the most recognizable figures in country music, has died at the age of 80, bringing an end to a career that lasted more than six decades. The singer,

August 27, 2026

Whats New

Vučić Responds to Croatian Minister as Serbia Croatia Tensions Rise Again

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić has responded to recent comments by Croatian Economy Minister Ante Šušnjar, criticizing the way Croatian officials have described Serbia and its military strength. Vučić said he found it

August 27, 2026

Croatia·Serbia

West Nile Virus Spreads Across Europe as Death Toll Rises

West Nile virus is continuing to spread across Europe, with new infections and deaths being reported in several countries during the summer mosquito season. Italy and Greece are currently among the countries

August 27, 2026

Macedonia·Serbia

Niš Film Festival Draws Attention With Premiere of “In Good and Bad”

The second evening of the International Film Festival in Niš brought another night of cinema, premieres and appearances by well known actors, with the premiere of “In Good and Bad” becoming one

August 27, 2026

Serbia

Vučić Says Serbia and U.S. Are Entering a New Era of Relations

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić says relations between Serbia and the United States are entering a new period, describing the planned strategic dialogue between Belgrade and Washington as a potential turning point. Speaking

August 27, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

What Is Great Mother of God Day and Why Is It Important in Macedonia?

Great Mother of God Day, known in Macedonian as Голема Богородица, is one of the most important Orthodox Christian holidays celebrated in Macedonia. The holiday is officially called the Dormition of the

August 27, 2026

Macedonia