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United Macedonian Diaspora celebrates its 22nd anniversary with a collage highlighting community events and activities since 2004.

United Macedonian Diaspora Marks 22 Years of Connecting Macedonians Worldwide

The United Macedonian Diaspora (UMD), a Washington-based organization representing Macedonian communities around the world, marked its 22nd anniversary on October 28, highlighting more than two decades of advocacy, humanitarian initiatives and efforts

October 29, 2026

Community

Forget Dating Apps: Finland Wants Singles to Fall in Love Over Dinner

The world’s “happiest country” is offering singles from around the globe a chance to meet someone special over candlelit dinners, Finnish delicacies and a unique four-day travel experience. Finland is putting a

October 28, 2026

Community·Entertainment

Srebrenica Memorial Center Expands US Education Ties During St. Louis Visit

A delegation from the Srebrenica Memorial Center has completed a six-day visit to St. Louis, Missouri, seeking stronger partnerships with American schools, universities and museums to preserve the history of the 1995

October 28, 2026

Community

Serbian-American Doctors Support Maternity Hospitals in Serbia With $100,000 Initiative

A network of Serbian-American medical professionals is helping improve maternity care in Serbia through an initiative worth approximately $100,000, providing essential equipment to hospitals in Kruševac, Valjevo and Smederevo. The Serbian American

October 28, 2026

Community

Saint Petka: A Day of Faith, Healing, and Family Traditions

Celebrated on October 27, Saint Petka is revered across the Balkans as a symbol of healing, protection, and hope. For generations, believers have turned to her in prayer, while the holiday remains

October 27, 2026

Community

BACA to Host 6th Annual Fundraising Dinner Celebrating Bosnian-American Community

An evening of culture, music, delicious food, and community spirit will bring people together in support of the Bosnian-American community on Thursday, October 29, in Whitesboro, New York. The Bosnian-American community will

October 27, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community

Croatian Doctor Indicted Over Alleged Misdiagnosis That Led to Patient’s Stomach Removal

A Croatian doctor has been indicted on suspicion of medical malpractice after allegedly misdiagnosing a patient with stomach cancer, leading to major surgery in which her stomach and several other organs were

October 27, 2026

Community·Croatia

International flags, including the flag of Bosnia and Herzegovina, outside a United Nations building.

Bosnian Diaspora Brings Peacebuilding Initiatives to the United Nations in New York

Members of the Bosnian diaspora have brought new research and peacebuilding initiatives to the United Nations in New York. The discussion focused on cooperation between communities in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The Maryland–Bosnia

October 27, 2026

Community

GoFundMe fundraising campaign supporting three families affected by a deadly traffic accident in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Serbian Community in North Carolina Rallies to Help Three Families After Deadly Crash

Two men have died, and a third remains critically injured after a serious traffic accident in Charlotte, North Carolina. The tragedy has prompted a fundraising campaign to support three families in the

October 27, 2026

Community

Serbian Fest Clearwater 2026 Brings Three Days of Music, Food and Balkan Traditions to Florida

From live performances by Serbian pop star Breskvica to Ex-Yu rock and traditional Serbian cuisine, the annual festival brought the Tampa Bay community together for a weekend celebrating Serbian culture, music and

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia

My Cousin Vlad Brings Balkan Humor to Chicago With Two Sold-Out Shows

Macedonian-Australian comedian Bratislav, known to audiences as My Cousin Vlad, wrapped up his North American tour with two sold-out performances at The Den Theatre, bringing together Chicago’s Macedonian, Serbian and wider Balkan

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Macedonia

Serbian Newspaper Ogledalo Celebrates 25 Years of Connecting the Serbian Community Across America

Founded in Chicago a quarter-century ago, the independent monthly newspaper has become a bridge connecting Serbian Americans through local news, cultural events, interviews and stories that celebrate their shared heritage. The Serbian-language

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia