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Banks Are Cancelling Credit Cards of Influencers Who Push Rewards Programs to the Limit

Banks are tightening their rules on credit card rewards, affecting everyday points enthusiasts, high-profile influencers and websites that have built online audiences by sharing strategies for maximizing points, miles and other benefits.

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October 26, 2026

Legendary SS United States to Be Sunk Off Florida Coast to Become World’s Largest Artificial Reef

The historic ocean liner, which once held the transatlantic speed record and

Luka Dončić Explodes for 52 Points as Nikola Jokić Fires Back at Denver Fans

The Slovenian superstar led the Los Angeles Lakers to a comeback victory

Serbia’s Student Leader Ilija Srdanović Vows to Restore Institutions and Uphold the Rule of Law

In his first interview with Croatian media outlet Telegram following the reported

Joe Mitchell: From Iowa’s Youngest State Lawmaker to a Congressional Candidate With a Message for Balkan Americans

First Balkan Media speaks with Republican congressional nominee Joe Mitchell about entering

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

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

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Banks Are Cancelling Credit Cards of Influencers Who Push Rewards Programs to the Limit

Banks are tightening their rules on credit card rewards, affecting everyday points enthusiasts, high-profile influencers and websites that have built online audiences by sharing

October 26, 2026

Business·Whats New

Legendary SS United States to Be Sunk Off Florida Coast to Become World’s Largest Artificial Reef

The historic ocean liner, which once held the transatlantic speed record and carried generations of passengers, is set to begin a new chapter beneath

October 26, 2026

Entertainment·Whats New

Joe Mitchell: From Iowa’s Youngest State Lawmaker to a Congressional Candidate With a Message for Balkan Americans

First Balkan Media speaks with Republican congressional nominee Joe Mitchell about entering politics at a young age, his experience in the Trump administration, his

October 26, 2026

Interviews·Politics·Whats New

Trump Orders DOJ Lawsuit Against Alaska to Block Senate Election Certification if Republican Incumbent Loses

President Donald Trump says he personally ordered the Department of Justice to sue Alaska in an attempt to prevent the state from certifying its

October 23, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Business

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Banks Are Cancelling Credit Cards of Influencers Who Push Rewards Programs to the Limit

Banks are tightening their rules on credit card rewards, affecting everyday points enthusiasts, high-profile influencers and websites that have built online audiences by sharing

October 26, 2026

Business·Whats New

American Express to Cut 3,500 Jobs as Financial Firms Restructure for the AI Era

The credit card giant plans to eliminate about 5% of its global workforce despite reporting a 28% increase in quarterly profit. The announcement follows

October 23, 2026

Business·Whats New

Eurozone Consumer Confidence Hits Five-Month Low as Protests Spread Across Europe

Rising living costs, soaring energy prices, unaffordable housing and concerns over education are fueling demonstrations across several European countries as consumer confidence continues to

October 23, 2026

Business·Politics

Albania Seizes Nearly €800,000 in Assets Linked to Suspected International Drug Trafficking Network

Albania’s Special Prosecution Office Against Corruption and Organized Crime (SPAK) has seized assets worth 77 million Albanian lek, approximately €800,000, in an investigation into

October 23, 2026

Business·Community

Politics

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Serbia’s Student Leader Ilija Srdanović Vows to Restore Institutions and Uphold the Rule of Law

In his first interview with Croatian media outlet Telegram following the reported election victory, cardiologist and student-list leader Ilija Srdanović says the new leadership’s

October 26, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Joe Mitchell: From Iowa’s Youngest State Lawmaker to a Congressional Candidate With a Message for Balkan Americans

First Balkan Media speaks with Republican congressional nominee Joe Mitchell about entering politics at a young age, his experience in the Trump administration, his

October 26, 2026

Interviews·Politics·Whats New

Vučić Concedes Defeat as Serbia’s Student Movement Scores Historic Election Victory

Preliminary projections give the student-backed list a commanding parliamentary majority, ending more than a decade of dominance by Aleksandar Vučić and his Serbian Progressive

October 26, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Voter Turnout Rises in Serbia as Election Tensions Escalate

High turnout signals growing demand for change as security forces deploy in central Belgrade and allegations of electoral irregularities emerge. As voting continued in

October 25, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Community

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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

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,

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

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia

Five Albanian-American Organizations Unite for Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign

Five Albanian-American organizations have joined forces across the United States to raise breast cancer awareness, promote early detection and support women affected by the

October 26, 2026

Community

Sport

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Luka Dončić Explodes for 52 Points as Nikola Jokić Fires Back at Denver Fans

The Slovenian superstar led the Los Angeles Lakers to a comeback victory over Utah, while Serbian center Nikola Jokić recorded a triple-double to help

October 26, 2026

Sport

Alexander Volkanovski Defends UFC Title With Second-Round TKO of Undefeated Movsar Evloev

Alexander Volkanovski successfully defended his UFC featherweight championship, defeating previously undefeated Movsar Evloev by technical knockout in the second round at UFC 333 in

October 24, 2026

Community·Sport

Oklahoma City Thunder Defeat Denver Nuggets 96-84 as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Nikola Jokić Struggle

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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Serbia’s Student Leader Ilija Srdanović Vows to Restore Institutions and Uphold the Rule of Law

In his first interview with Croatian media outlet Telegram following the reported election victory, cardiologist and student-list leader Ilija Srdanović says the new leadership’s

October 26, 2026

Politics·Serbia

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

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia

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

October 26, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia

Serbia’s Student List Wins Over 95% of Votes in New York

The student-backed electoral list that defeated Aleksandar Vučić’s coalition in Serbia’s parliamentary elections also received overwhelming support from Serbian voters in New York, securing

October 26, 2026

Serbia

Slovenia

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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

Luka Dončić Sets Championship Goal as Lakers Prepare for New Season

Luka Dončić is entering the new season with high ambitions in a Los Angeles Lakers jersey, and his goal is clear: to compete for

September 29, 2026

Slovenia·Sport·Whats New

Croatia

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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

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

Macedonia

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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

St. Ilijah Macedonian Orthodox Church in Mississauga to Celebrate St. Zlata of Meglen with Music, Folklore and Live Entertainment

The Macedonian community in Mississauga is invited to an evening of music, tradition and celebration on Saturday, October 24, featuring singer Mende Kunovski, live

October 22, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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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

Milorad Dodik Announces Plans for New Republika Srpska Constitution

Milorad Dodik has announced plans to introduce a new constitution for Republika Srpska, the Serb-majority entity of Bosnia and Herzegovina, suggesting that it could

October 16, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

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

Interviews

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Banks Are Cancelling Credit Cards of Influencers Who Push Rewards Programs to the Limit

Business·Whats New

October 26, 2026

Banks are tightening their rules on credit card rewards, affecting everyday points enthusiasts, high-profile influencers and websites that have built online audiences by sharing

Legendary SS United States to Be Sunk Off Florida Coast to Become World’s Largest Artificial Reef

Entertainment·Whats New

October 26, 2026

The historic ocean liner, which once held the transatlantic speed record and carried generations of passengers, is set to begin a new chapter beneath

Luka Dončić Explodes for 52 Points as Nikola Jokić Fires Back at Denver Fans

Sport

October 26, 2026

The Slovenian superstar led the Los Angeles Lakers to a comeback victory over Utah, while Serbian center Nikola Jokić recorded a triple-double to help

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