FBM Desk, Author at First Balkan Media

Lidl Partnership Could Transform Macedonian Production and Open Doors to European Markets

A new partnership with Lidl is creating fresh opportunities for Macedonian producers to improve their operations, raise product standards and strengthen their position in both the domestic and international markets. Cooperation with

August 27, 2026

Business·Macedonia

U.S. Congressman Ryan Mackenzie Joins Congressional Macedonian Caucus

U.S. Representative Ryan Mackenzie of Pennsylvania has joined the bipartisan and bicameral Congressional Macedonian Caucus, further expanding congressional engagement with the Macedonian-American community. The United Macedonian Diaspora (UMD) announced Mackenzie’s decision to

August 27, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Chelsea Set to Sell Nicolas Jackson to Aston Villa in €70 Million Transfer

Chelsea are closing in on the sale of Nicolas Jackson to Aston Villa, with the Premier League clubs agreeing on a deal worth around €70 million. The transfer comes as Aston Villa

August 27, 2026

Sport

Rivers in Bosnia and Herzegovina Near Drying Up as Extreme Heat and Drought Take Their Toll

Rivers across Bosnia and Herzegovina are facing increasingly low water levels as prolonged high temperatures and a lack of rainfall put growing pressure on the country’s water resources. The situation comes during

August 27, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Croatia Will Cover Wages for Workers Affected by Omiš Wildfire

The Croatian government is stepping in to protect jobs in Omiš after a devastating wildfire damaged businesses across the area earlier this month. The state will cover the cost of gross wages

August 26, 2026

Croatia

Maribor Residents Protest Tree Removal as City Faces Growing Debate Over Green Spaces

Around 100 people gathered near Maribor’s City Park to protest the recent removal of a chestnut tree avenue on Trubarjeva Street, calling for greater protection of the city’s green spaces. The demonstration

August 26, 2026

Slovenia

Bled Bypass Construction Expected to Resume Next Spring, Bringing Major Traffic Relief Closer

Construction of the Bled bypass in Slovenia is expected to continue next spring, bringing the long planned project another step closer to completion. The bypass is designed to redirect through traffic away

August 26, 2026

Slovenia

Big Change Coming to Stores in Serbia: Digital Price Lists Become Mandatory From September

Shopping in Serbia is set to change from September 1, when large retailers will be required to make their prices available through digital price lists. The new system is designed to give

August 26, 2026

Serbia

Kraljevo Mourns Five Year Old Girl Killed in Tragic Traffic Accident

The city of Kraljevo is mourning the death of a five year old girl who died after suffering serious injuries in a traffic accident earlier this week. The tragedy has deeply affected

August 26, 2026

Serbia

Macedonia Celebrates 35 Years of Independence With Major Events Across the Country

Macedonia is preparing to mark one of the biggest milestones in its modern history as the country celebrates 35 years of independence in 2026. Over the past several weeks, celebrations have been

August 26, 2026

Macedonia

ChatGPT Ads Are Expanding Across Europe: What Users Need to Know

ChatGPT is expanding its advertising program to 31 additional European markets, meaning more users could soon encounter advertisements while using the AI chatbot. OpenAI says the move follows months of advertising tests

August 26, 2026

Whats New

Skopje Marks 116 Years Since Mother Teresa’s Birth With Tribute at Her Birthplace

Skopje is marking 116 years since the birth of Mother Teresa, with a series of commemorative events beginning Wednesday in the city where the Nobel Peace Prize laureate was born. The first

August 26, 2026

Macedonia