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Belgrade Infrastructure Projects Face Major Delays, Watchdog Warns

Several major infrastructure projects in Belgrade are falling behind schedule, with delays affecting road connections, a railway underpass and the city’s new main bus station building, according to the Center for Local

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November 12, 2026

Al Pacino to Film New Movie in Greece, Featuring Greek-American Skateboarder

Hollywood legend Al Pacino is heading to Greece in April 2027 to

Maša Janković Scores 28 as Serbia Beats Greece in EuroBasket Qualifying

Maša Janković scored a game-high 28 points as Serbia beat Greece 84–74

Mileva Project campaign featuring a smiling child, Serbian flag balloons and an illustrated airplane symbolizing a journey to Serbia.

Project Mileva Helps 31 Children From 10 U.S. States Visit Serbia

Thirty-one children of Serbian heritage traveled from the United States to Serbia

Croatian Patients’ Rights Group Demands Resignations After Zagreb Hospital Death

A Croatian patients’ rights group has called for Health Minister Irena Hrstić

Serbian Film Fest Returns to the Chicago Area With Eight Films

The Serbian Film Fest will screen eight films from December 4 to

European Business Confidence Improves as Inflation Worries Grow

European businesses are less pessimistic than they were in June, but more

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Al Pacino to Film New Movie in Greece, Featuring Greek-American Skateboarder

Hollywood legend Al Pacino is heading to Greece in April 2027 to film 50/50, a new movie centered on a young Greek-American skateboarder chasing

November 12, 2026

Entertainment·Whats New

SZA, Dua Lipa and Tame Impala to Headline Coachella 2027; Madonna and Daddy Yankee Also Join Lineup

The iconic California music festival will take place April 9–11 and April 16–18, with a surprise return by Madonna, a rare festival appearance by

November 11, 2026

Entertainment·Whats New

Trump Defends Iran War at Veterans Day Ceremony, Declares U.S. Has Already Won

Speaking at Arlington National Cemetery, the president said the only remaining question was when the United States would end the conflict. His remarks also

November 11, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Three Killed, Several Critically Injured After Minivan Crashes Into Pedestrians Near Los Angeles Metro Station

A minivan mounted the sidewalk outside a North Hollywood Metro station during Tuesday evening rush hour, striking pedestrians before coming to a stop beneath

November 11, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Business

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European Business Confidence Improves as Inflation Worries Grow

European businesses are less pessimistic than they were in June, but more are worried about rising prices, according to a survey released Thursday by

November 12, 2026

Business

Macedonia2025 Opens Call for Businesses to Work With Canadian Advisors

Macedonia2025 is accepting applications from small and midsize businesses in Macedonia for a program that pairs them with Canadian advisors. Companies have until December

November 12, 2026

Business

Croatia’s Rimac Ends Nevera Production After 71 Cars, Report Says

Croatian electric carmaker Rimac has ended production of the Nevera after building 71 examples of the electric hypercar, according to a report by Motor1.

November 12, 2026

Business

Drivers Flock to Slovenia for Cheaper Fuel as Prices Drop to Lowest Levels Since March

Foreign motorists are crossing the border to fill their tanks, with savings of up to €30 per visit compared with neighboring countries. Slovenia is

November 11, 2026

Business·Slovenia

Politics

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Belgrade Infrastructure Projects Face Major Delays, Watchdog Warns

Several major infrastructure projects in Belgrade are falling behind schedule, with delays affecting road connections, a railway underpass and the city’s new main bus

November 12, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Serbia’s Student List to Speak at EU Enlargement Forum in Brussels

A representative of Serbia’s Student List will speak at the European Union’s enlargement forum in Brussels on November 15 and 16. The forum’s program

November 12, 2026

Politics

U.S. Envoys Arrive in Moscow as Russia and Ukraine Trade Attacks

U.S. negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner arrived in Moscow on Thursday for talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Their arrival followed overnight attacks

November 12, 2026

Politics

Plenković Warns Montenegro: No EU Accession Without Border Agreement With Croatia

The Croatian prime minister says resolving outstanding border issues is a condition for completing Montenegro’s European Union accession negotiations, citing the principles established by

November 11, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Politics

Community

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Project Mileva Helps 31 Children From 10 U.S. States Visit Serbia

Thirty-one children of Serbian heritage traveled from the United States to Serbia in summer 2026 on round-trip tickets paid for by Project Mileva. For

November 12, 2026

Community

Serbian Restaurant Skadarliya to Reopen in Chicago Area on November 20

Skadarliya, a Serbian restaurant in the Chicago area, is set to celebrate its reopening on Friday, November 20, with live music and a new

November 12, 2026

Community

Piano and Live Painting Share the Stage at Boston’s Maliotis Cultural Center

Pianist Alexandros Kyriakopoulos performed as artist Katelijn van den Branden painted live at Boston’s Maliotis Cultural Center. The event brought both artists together in

November 12, 2026

Community

Holy Archangels Greek Orthodox Monastery Marks 30 Years in Texas

The Holy Archangels Greek Orthodox Monastery in Kendalia, Texas, marked 30 years since its founding with services on November 7 and 8. Orthodox Christians

November 12, 2026

Community

Sport

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Maša Janković Scores 28 as Serbia Beats Greece in EuroBasket Qualifying

Maša Janković scored a game-high 28 points as Serbia beat Greece 84–74 in Belgrade on Wednesday, opening the second round of Women’s EuroBasket 2027

November 12, 2026

Sport

Partizan Holds Baskonia to Six Fourth-Quarter Points in EuroLeague Win

Partizan beat Baskonia 80–66 in Belgrade on Wednesday, holding the Spanish side to six points in the fourth quarter to seal its EuroLeague Round

November 12, 2026

Sport

Nikola Jokić Posts 27 Points and 11 Rebounds as Nuggets Hold Off Grizzlies

Nikola Jokić finished with 27 points, 11 rebounds and eight assists as the Denver Nuggets held off the Memphis Grizzlies 123–118 on Wednesday night.

November 12, 2026

Sport

Luka Dončić Scores 32 as Lakers Beat Bucks for Seventh Straight Win

Luka Dončić scored 32 points as the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Milwaukee Bucks 123–112 on Wednesday night. The road victory extended the Lakers’

November 12, 2026

Sport

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Belgrade Infrastructure Projects Face Major Delays, Watchdog Warns

Politics·Serbia

November 12, 2026

Several major infrastructure projects in Belgrade are falling behind schedule, with delays affecting road connections, a railway underpass and the city’s new main bus

Al Pacino to Film New Movie in Greece, Featuring Greek-American Skateboarder

Entertainment·Whats New

November 12, 2026

Hollywood legend Al Pacino is heading to Greece in April 2027 to film 50/50, a new movie centered on a young Greek-American skateboarder chasing

Maša Janković Scores 28 as Serbia Beats Greece in EuroBasket Qualifying

Sport

November 12, 2026

Maša Janković scored a game-high 28 points as Serbia beat Greece 84–74 in Belgrade on Wednesday, opening the second round of Women’s EuroBasket 2027

Project Mileva Helps 31 Children From 10 U.S. States Visit Serbia

Community

November 12, 2026

Thirty-one children of Serbian heritage traveled from the United States to Serbia in summer 2026 on round-trip tickets paid for by Project Mileva. For

Croatian Patients’ Rights Group Demands Resignations After Zagreb Hospital Death

Croatia

November 12, 2026

A Croatian patients’ rights group has called for Health Minister Irena Hrstić and the leadership of Zagreb’s Sveti Ivan Psychiatric Hospital to resign after

Serbian Film Fest Returns to the Chicago Area With Eight Films

Entertainment

November 12, 2026

The Serbian Film Fest will screen eight films from December 4 to 6 at AMC DINE-IN Rosemont 12 in suburban Chicago. The festival, now

European Business Confidence Improves as Inflation Worries Grow

Business

November 12, 2026

European businesses are less pessimistic than they were in June, but more are worried about rising prices, according to a survey released Thursday by

Partizan Holds Baskonia to Six Fourth-Quarter Points in EuroLeague Win

Sport

November 12, 2026

Partizan beat Baskonia 80–66 in Belgrade on Wednesday, holding the Spanish side to six points in the fourth quarter to seal its EuroLeague Round

Croatia’s Eurovision entry sparks controversy and apologies, as Tony Cetinski says country was “closer than ever” to victory

Croatia’s representatives at the Eurovision Song Contest, the group Lelek, became the focus of international attention following a series of controversies and

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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Belgrade Infrastructure Projects Face Major Delays, Watchdog Warns

Several major infrastructure projects in Belgrade are falling behind schedule, with delays affecting road connections, a railway underpass and the city’s new main bus

November 12, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Lifeline Chicago Transforms Hospital Park in Kovin, Bringing Comfort and Tranquility to Patients

With support from The John and Mildred Medich Wuchenich Foundation, the humanitarian organization has created welcoming outdoor spaces for patients receiving psychiatric care in

November 11, 2026

Community·Serbia

Chicago’s Branko Radichevich Choir Marks 120 Years With Anniversary Concert

Chicago’s Branko Radichevich Choir will mark its 120th anniversary on November 14 with a concert at Holy Resurrection Serbian Orthodox Cathedral. The choir will

November 11, 2026

Serbia

Serbia’s Student List Proposes 45-Minute Daily Cap on Reality TV

Serbia’s Student List wants national TV channels to limit reality TV to 45 minutes a day and air it only after 11 p.m. The

November 11, 2026

Entertainment·Serbia

Slovenia

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Drivers Flock to Slovenia for Cheaper Fuel as Prices Drop to Lowest Levels Since March

Foreign motorists are crossing the border to fill their tanks, with savings of up to €30 per visit compared with neighboring countries. Slovenia is

November 11, 2026

Business·Slovenia

Serbian Teenager Found Dead After Disappearing During Climb of Slovenia’s Mount Triglav

A 19-year-old Serbian national who went missing on Saturday while climbing Mount Triglav in Slovenia has been found dead, Slovenian mountain rescue authorities have

November 5, 2026

Serbia·Slovenia

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

Croatia

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Croatian Patients’ Rights Group Demands Resignations After Zagreb Hospital Death

A Croatian patients’ rights group has called for Health Minister Irena Hrstić and the leadership of Zagreb’s Sveti Ivan Psychiatric Hospital to resign after

November 12, 2026

Croatia

Plenković Warns Montenegro: No EU Accession Without Border Agreement With Croatia

The Croatian prime minister says resolving outstanding border issues is a condition for completing Montenegro’s European Union accession negotiations, citing the principles established by

November 11, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Politics

Workers from Bosnia and Herzegovina Remain Croatia’s Largest Foreign Workforce, but Numbers Continue to Decline

New figures show 22,565 work and residence permits issued to Bosnian citizens in the first nine months of 2026, while the number of Filipino

November 11, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community·Croatia

What Was Dalmatia Like 150 Years Ago? Author Brendan Weston Brings the Region’s Past to Life in New Book

Inspired by old travel accounts written by foreign visitors, “Time Traveler’s Guide to Dalmatia” takes readers back to 19th-century Croatia, revealing how people dressed,

November 11, 2026

Community·Croatia

Macedonia

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Mickoski Cites 2023 Document at Parliamentary Hearing on Alta Bank

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski told lawmakers on November 11 that discussions about Serbia’s Alta Bank entering Macedonia’s banking market began under the previous government.

November 11, 2026

Macedonia

Families Launch Fundraiser for Memorial Park Honoring 63 Kočani Fire Victims

Families of the 63 people who died in the Pulse nightclub fire have launched a fundraiser to build a memorial park in Kočani, Macedonia.

November 11, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia’s “Safe City” Project Wins First Place at World Police Summit in Dubai

The country’s automated traffic enforcement system was recognized for excellence in road safety, outperforming projects from Singapore, Abu Dhabi, Dubai and India’s Maharashtra state.

November 10, 2026

Macedonia·Politics

Keeping Macedonian Traditions, Culture, and Language Alive

At the Macedonian Orthodox Cathedral of Sts. Peter and Paul in Crown Point, Indiana, children are learning about their Macedonian roots through the church’s

November 10, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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Workers from Bosnia and Herzegovina Remain Croatia’s Largest Foreign Workforce, but Numbers Continue to Decline

New figures show 22,565 work and residence permits issued to Bosnian citizens in the first nine months of 2026, while the number of Filipino

November 11, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community·Croatia

Sarajevo Invites Visitors to Welcome 2027 With Winter Getaways, Olympic Mountains and New Year Celebrations

The capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina is promoting its winter tourism offerings, combining historic charm, cultural experiences, mountain adventures and special holiday packages at

November 11, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Community

Two Chinese Nationals Arrested in Bosnia Over Kidnapping of Five Chinese Migrants

Suspects allegedly demanded €15,000 per victim, with police reporting physical abuse, sexual violence and extortion. Two Chinese nationals have been arrested in Bosnia and

November 11, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

Red-roofed homes and city buildings fill the Sarajevo valley beneath a cloudy sky.

U.S. Think Tank Calls for Special Envoy and NATO Path for Bosnia and Herzegovina

A U.S. policy institute has urged Washington to appoint a special envoy for the Western Balkans and take a more active role in constitutional

November 11, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Montenegro

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Plenković Warns Montenegro: No EU Accession Without Border Agreement With Croatia

The Croatian prime minister says resolving outstanding border issues is a condition for completing Montenegro’s European Union accession negotiations, citing the principles established by

November 11, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro·Politics

Split to Celebrate Njegoš Day with a Cultural Program Dedicated to Montenegro’s Greatest Poet

The Association of Montenegrins in Split will organize a special cultural and artistic program on November 14, marking Njegoš Day, Montenegro’s national cultural holiday.

November 9, 2026

Community·Croatia·Montenegro

National flag of Montenegro waving on a flagpole against a clear blue sky.

Montenegro Moves Closer to EU Membership With Two More Chapters

Montenegro is preparing to close two more European Union negotiating chapters on November 6, marking another step toward its goal of becoming the bloc’s

November 6, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegro on Track to Become EU’s 28th Member in 2028, Serbia Offered Chance for a Fresh Start

Montenegro is on track to become the European Union’s 28th member in 2028, while Serbia’s stalled European integration process could have a chance for

November 4, 2026

Community·Montenegro·Serbia

Interviews

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Belgrade Infrastructure Projects Face Major Delays, Watchdog Warns

Politics·Serbia

November 12, 2026

Several major infrastructure projects in Belgrade are falling behind schedule, with delays affecting road connections, a railway underpass and the city’s new main bus