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How Much Money Do You Need to Live Comfortably in the Balkans, Europe and the United States?

The monthly income threshold for the upper-middle class ranges from €603 in Macedonia to €6,490 in Switzerland. In the United States, a comparable benchmark would be around $6,200 per month, based on

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October 28, 2026

Croatia Plans Ban on Energy Drinks for Anyone Under 18

New legislation would prohibit minors from buying or consuming energy drinks, restrict

Tatum Hits Buzzer-Beater as Portland Stuns Lakers Despite Dončić’s 41 Points

Jayson Tatum delivers a dramatic overtime winner for Boston, while Portland remains

Djokovic Makes Winning Return to Basel After 15 Years, Battles Back for Three-Set Victory

The Serbian tennis superstar overcame a slow start to defeat Ugo Humbert

Tipping at Self-Checkout? Newark Airport Removes 18% Tip Prompt After Backlash

A $6.49 bottle of water sparked outrage after a traveler was asked

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

Halloween Candy Warning: 5 Ingredients to Watch if You Take Certain Medications

Chocolate, black liquorice, caffeine and sugar-free sweets may pose risks for some

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From Abortion Rights to a Billionaire Tax: Key Ballot Measures in the 2026 U.S. Midterms

Voters will weigh major policy questions on November 3, including transgender athletes’ participation in sports, abortion access, voter identification requirements and redistricting battles that

October 28, 2026

Politics·Whats New

U.S. Rents Hit Three-Year High as Rental Demand Surges Nearly 20%

Rising mortgage costs are pushing would-be homebuyers into the rental market, increasing competition for available housing and putting further pressure on renters’ budgets. Renters

October 28, 2026

Business·Whats New

Microsoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts to 60,000 Employees as AI Investments Surge

The program covers eligible workers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and India, including employees in AI, Copilot, Xbox and Windows divisions.

October 28, 2026

Business·Whats New

Walmart Announces Extended Black Friday and Cyber Monday Sales for 2026

The retail giant will spread its holiday deals across several weeks, giving shoppers more time to find discounts as U.S. holiday spending is projected

October 27, 2026

Business·Whats New

Business

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How Much Money Do You Need to Live Comfortably in the Balkans, Europe and the United States?

The monthly income threshold for the upper-middle class ranges from €603 in Macedonia to €6,490 in Switzerland. In the United States, a comparable benchmark

October 28, 2026

Business

Tipping at Self-Checkout? Newark Airport Removes 18% Tip Prompt After Backlash

A $6.49 bottle of water sparked outrage after a traveler was asked to leave an 18% tip at an unattended airport kiosk. Officials say

October 28, 2026

Business·Entertainment

U.S. Rents Hit Three-Year High as Rental Demand Surges Nearly 20%

Rising mortgage costs are pushing would-be homebuyers into the rental market, increasing competition for available housing and putting further pressure on renters’ budgets. Renters

October 28, 2026

Business·Whats New

Microsoft Offers Voluntary Buyouts to 60,000 Employees as AI Investments Surge

The program covers eligible workers in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom and India, including employees in AI, Copilot, Xbox and Windows divisions.

October 28, 2026

Business·Whats New

Politics

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From Abortion Rights to a Billionaire Tax: Key Ballot Measures in the 2026 U.S. Midterms

Voters will weigh major policy questions on November 3, including transgender athletes’ participation in sports, abortion access, voter identification requirements and redistricting battles that

October 28, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Spain Train Collision Death Toll Rises to 68 as Rescue Efforts Continue

Two high-speed trains collided in central Spain, leaving dozens dead and more than 100 injured. Authorities have appealed for urgent blood donations as emergency

October 28, 2026

Politics

Family Reported Belgrade Embassy Attack Suspect Missing Before Incident

Dario Nikolić, 18, from Bela Reka near Šabac, was reported missing by his family a day before the attack outside the Israeli Embassy in

October 28, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Serbia Raises Terror Threat to Highest Level After Attack Outside Israeli Embassy in Belgrade

A teenage attacker armed with two knives wounded a police officer guarding the Israeli Embassy before being shot dead. Serbian authorities have declared the

October 28, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Community

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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

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

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

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

October 27, 2026

Community

Sport

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Tatum Hits Buzzer-Beater as Portland Stuns Lakers Despite Dončić’s 41 Points

Jayson Tatum delivers a dramatic overtime winner for Boston, while Portland remains unbeaten after handing the Los Angeles Lakers their first loss of the

October 28, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Djokovic Makes Winning Return to Basel After 15 Years, Battles Back for Three-Set Victory

The Serbian tennis superstar overcame a slow start to defeat Ugo Humbert 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, securing his place in the round of 16 against

October 28, 2026

Serbia·Sport

Novak Djokovic Praises Serbian Students After Election Victory, Says He Wants to Fight for More Grand Slam Titles

Macedonia Ranks 52nd in Atlantic Council Prosperity Index, 73rd in Freedom Rankings

Macedonia has been placed 52nd globally in the Atlantic Council’s 2026 Prosperity Index and 73rd in its companion Freedom Index, according to

Zlatibor Tourism Surges Past 100,000 Overnight Stays in May

The Serbian mountain destination welcomed more than 41,000 visitors in May as domestic tourism remained strong and international interest continued to grow.

Serbia

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Djokovic Makes Winning Return to Basel After 15 Years, Battles Back for Three-Set Victory

The Serbian tennis superstar overcame a slow start to defeat Ugo Humbert 4-6, 6-3, 6-4, securing his place in the round of 16 against

October 28, 2026

Serbia·Sport

Family Reported Belgrade Embassy Attack Suspect Missing Before Incident

Dario Nikolić, 18, from Bela Reka near Šabac, was reported missing by his family a day before the attack outside the Israeli Embassy in

October 28, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Serbia Raises Terror Threat to Highest Level After Attack Outside Israeli Embassy in Belgrade

A teenage attacker armed with two knives wounded a police officer guarding the Israeli Embassy before being shot dead. Serbian authorities have declared the

October 28, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Serbian Student List Demands Resignations of RTS Leadership, Calls for Independent Media Regulator

Candidates from the Student List have called for the resignation of Serbia’s public broadcaster RTS leadership and news editors, while demanding greater transparency and

October 27, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Slovenia

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Tatum Hits Buzzer-Beater as Portland Stuns Lakers Despite Dončić’s 41 Points

Jayson Tatum delivers a dramatic overtime winner for Boston, while Portland remains unbeaten after handing the Los Angeles Lakers their first loss of the

October 28, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Shocking Discovery in Slovenia: €30 Million Cigarette Factory Under Human Trafficking Investigation

Authorities in Slovenia have uncovered what is being described as the country’s largest illegal cigarette factory, located in the Trimlini industrial zone near the

October 16, 2026

Politics·Slovenia

Bosnia’s Driver Crisis Could Also Cost Slovenian Companies

Restrictions on the time professional drivers from Bosnia and Herzegovina may spend in the Schengen Area are creating problems that could extend far beyond

October 16, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Slovenia

Lakers Rest Luka Doncic Against Warriors After 21-Point Preseason Performance

The Los Angeles Lakers rested Luka Doncic and several key players against the Golden State Warriors as head coach JJ Redick took a cautious

October 7, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Croatia

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Croatia Plans Ban on Energy Drinks for Anyone Under 18

New legislation would prohibit minors from buying or consuming energy drinks, restrict advertising aimed at children and introduce mandatory registration for products sold on

October 28, 2026

Croatia

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

October 27, 2026

Community·Croatia

A250 Military Exhibition to Honor Croatian Americans Who Served in the U.S. Armed Forces

The Embassy of the Republic of Croatia will host the opening of the A250 Military Exhibition on Friday, October 23, in Eastlake, Ohio, honoring

October 22, 2026

Community·Croatia

Montenegro Must Resolve Disputes With Croatia to Join EU, Marta Kos Says

Montenegro must resolve its outstanding disputes with Croatia if it wants to join the European Union, EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos has warned. Speaking

October 21, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro

Macedonia

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Medical team performing surgery in a hospital operating room

Mother Donates Kidney to Child With Rare Genetic Disease in First-of-Its-Kind Transplant in Macedonia

A mother has donated a kidney to her child suffering from Alport syndrome, marking the first transplant of its kind in Macedonia, according to

October 27, 2026

Macedonia

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,

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Macedonia

Mickoski Warns European and Balkan Unrest Could Spill Over Into Macedonia

Speaking at a ceremony marking October 23, Macedonian Revolutionary Struggle Day, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski warned of possible attempts to destabilize the country, defended

October 23, 2026

Macedonia·Politics

United Macedonian Diaspora Continues Germany Tour With Five Cities in November

Following six successful stops in March, the United Macedonian Diaspora (UMD) is returning to Germany from November 2–8, bringing Macedonians together to expand their

October 23, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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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,

October 27, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community

BHAAAS Elects Dr. Azra Sadiković as New President at 20th Annual Meeting in Chicago

The Bosnian-Herzegovinian American Academy of Arts and Sciences marked two decades of collaboration in Chicago, welcoming new leadership, strengthening institutional partnerships and placing young

October 22, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community

The Balkans: Europe’s Hidden Gem — Top Places to Visit

Lake Ohrid ranks fourth and Mavrovo National Park sixth on the American publication’s list of eight destinations, while Sarajevo takes the top spot. The

October 21, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Croatia·Entertainment·Macedonia·Montenegro

BHAAAS Internship Program Connects Biology Students with Professional Opportunities in Bosnia and Herzegovina

When discussing professional development for young people in Bosnia and Herzegovina, opportunities abroad often come to mind first. The BHAAAS Internship Program for biology

October 19, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community

Montenegro

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Montenegro’s Diaspora in Turkey Raises Concerns Over Voting Rights During Meeting With Diaspora Minister

Montenegro’s Minister of Diaspora, Mirsad Azemović, met with representatives of Montenegrin diaspora associations and business leaders in Turkey to discuss cooperation with their homeland,

October 23, 2026

Montenegro·Politics

Montenegro Must Resolve Disputes With Croatia to Join EU, Marta Kos Says

Montenegro must resolve its outstanding disputes with Croatia if it wants to join the European Union, EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos has warned. Speaking

October 21, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro

The Balkans: Europe’s Hidden Gem — Top Places to Visit

Lake Ohrid ranks fourth and Mavrovo National Park sixth on the American publication’s list of eight destinations, while Sarajevo takes the top spot. The

October 21, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Croatia·Entertainment·Macedonia·Montenegro

Montenegro Renames Kotor Swimming Pool, Approves Morinj Memorial Plaque Amid Dispute With Croatia

Montenegro has taken steps to address two longstanding disputes with Croatia, changing the name of a swimming pool in Kotor and approving a memorial

October 20, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Politics

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How Much Money Do You Need to Live Comfortably in the Balkans, Europe and the United States?

Business

October 28, 2026

The monthly income threshold for the upper-middle class ranges from €603 in Macedonia to €6,490 in Switzerland. In the United States, a comparable benchmark

Croatia Plans Ban on Energy Drinks for Anyone Under 18

Croatia

October 28, 2026

New legislation would prohibit minors from buying or consuming energy drinks, restrict advertising aimed at children and introduce mandatory registration for products sold on

Tatum Hits Buzzer-Beater as Portland Stuns Lakers Despite Dončić’s 41 Points

Slovenia·Sport

October 28, 2026

Jayson Tatum delivers a dramatic overtime winner for Boston, while Portland remains unbeaten after handing the Los Angeles Lakers their first loss of the

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