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Trump and Melania Welcome Halloween Trick-or-Treaters to the White House

The president and first lady handed out candy to children dressed as superheroes, soldiers, dinosaurs and even Donald Trump himself. The Halloween celebration came hours after Trump campaigned in South Carolina and

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October 30, 2026

Halle Berry Loses Primary Physical Custody of 13-Year-Old Son Following Bitter Court Battle With Ex-Husband

A Los Angeles judge awarded Olivier Martinez full physical custody of their

Scientists Use AI to Create Virus That Attacks Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria — First Human Patient Treated

Scientists have administered an artificial intelligence-designed virus to a patient with a

Sir Patrick Stewart, Star of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men,’ Dies at 86

The acclaimed British actor, who became a global icon as Captain Jean-Luc

DOJ Charges Five in Nationwide Student Aid Fraud Scheme, Seizes $750,000 in Cryptocurrency

Operation Ghostbusters targets a scheme that allegedly used stolen American identities to

1,700 World War I Hand Grenades and Rifle Grenades Removed in Bitola

Authorities have cleared a major cache of unexploded World War I munitions

Three Dead, 12 Injured in EUFOR Helicopter Crash Near Brčko

All 15 people aboard the EUFOR helicopter were Italian nationals, according to

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Trump and Melania Welcome Halloween Trick-or-Treaters to the White House

The president and first lady handed out candy to children dressed as superheroes, soldiers, dinosaurs and even Donald Trump himself. The Halloween celebration came

October 30, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Halle Berry Loses Primary Physical Custody of 13-Year-Old Son Following Bitter Court Battle With Ex-Husband

A Los Angeles judge awarded Olivier Martinez full physical custody of their son, Maceo, while dismissing his request for a domestic violence restraining order

October 30, 2026

Entertainment·Whats New

Scientists Use AI to Create Virus That Attacks Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria — First Human Patient Treated

Scientists have administered an artificial intelligence-designed virus to a patient with a serious bacterial infection, marking a potential breakthrough in the fight against bacteria

October 30, 2026

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Sir Patrick Stewart, Star of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men,’ Dies at 86

The acclaimed British actor, who became a global icon as Captain Jean-Luc Picard and Professor Charles Xavier, died at his home in Los Angeles

October 30, 2026

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DOJ Charges Five in Nationwide Student Aid Fraud Scheme, Seizes $750,000 in Cryptocurrency

Operation Ghostbusters targets a scheme that allegedly used stolen American identities to create fake college students and steal federal financial aid. Investigators have identified

October 29, 2026

Business·Whats New

U.S. Economy Grows 3.4% in Third Quarter, Fastest Pace in a Year

Strong consumer spending and a surge in business investment helped drive economic growth above economists’ expectations, giving President Donald Trump’s administration a positive economic

October 29, 2026

Business·Whats New

Serbian National Arrested in Italy With 22 Kilograms of Cocaine Worth €1.8 Million

Italian financial police say the drugs were hidden in a specially modified compartment beneath the car’s center console and could have yielded up to

October 29, 2026

Business·Serbia

US dollar banknotes resting on a laptop computer keyboard

US Economy Expected to Grow 3.2% as AI Investment and Consumer Spending Rise

The US economy may have grown at a faster pace in the third quarter of 2026. Strong consumer spending and major investments in artificial

October 29, 2026

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Trump and Melania Welcome Halloween Trick-or-Treaters to the White House

The president and first lady handed out candy to children dressed as superheroes, soldiers, dinosaurs and even Donald Trump himself. The Halloween celebration came

October 30, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Three Dead, 12 Injured in EUFOR Helicopter Crash Near Brčko

All 15 people aboard the EUFOR helicopter were Italian nationals, according to local media reports. The crash occurred near the town of Gorice in

October 29, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

Slovakia Rejects ‘Double Standards’ in EU Enlargement, Backs Macedonia’s European Path

Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár says the EU must send a clear signal that membership is a realistic prospect for the Western Balkans, while

October 29, 2026

Macedonia·Politics

EU Drops Associate Membership Proposal for Canada Ahead of Major Summit

The European Union has removed a proposal to offer Canada “associate member” status after several member states opposed the idea, according to a draft

October 29, 2026

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1,700 World War I Hand Grenades and Rifle Grenades Removed in Bitola

Authorities have cleared a major cache of unexploded World War I munitions above Bitola’s old military barracks, but excavation work continues, with more than

October 29, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Montenegro’s London Embassy Sparks Neighborhood Dispute — and a Court Challenge

A five-bedroom family home in London’s Pimlico neighborhood has become Montenegro’s embassy, triggering complaints over its flagpole and appearance. One longtime resident has taken

October 29, 2026

Community·Montenegro

Church Edit: A Guide to Serbian and Macedonian Orthodox Churches in Chicago, Illinois and Indiana

First Balkan Media, in collaboration with Ivana Milano and City Link Events, presents a special guide to Serbian and Macedonian Orthodox churches and monasteries

October 29, 2026

Community

Balkan Halloween Masquerade Party Coming to Chicago on October 31

Dragana Rakčević, Miloš Kalča, Mile Vujnović and DJ Spaz will provide the entertainment at a night of Balkan music, costumes and celebration. Chicago’s Balkan

October 29, 2026

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Lionel Messi wearing Inter Miami's pink number 10 jersey and raising a trophy in front of supporters at a stadium.

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami to Open Historic 2027 MLS Season Against Cincinnati

Lionel Messi‘s Inter Miami will kick off Major League Soccer’s historic 2027 Sprint Season against FC Cincinnati on February 19, marking the beginning of

October 29, 2026

Sport

Croatian swimmer Jere Hribar celebrates in the swimming pool with his fists raised after a race.

Croatian Swimmer Jere Hribar Breaks Three Pool Records in US, Wins SEC Weekly Honor

Croatian swimmer Jere Hribar has broken three pool records while competing for Louisiana State University (LSU), earning the Southeastern Conference (SEC) Men’s Swimmer of

October 29, 2026

Sport

Serbian NBA star Nikola Jokić wearing his Denver Nuggets No. 15 jersey and holding a basketball against a red background.

Nikola Jokic Makes NBA History With 200th Career Triple-Double

Nikola Jokic reached 200 career triple-doubles on Wednesday night as the Denver Nuggets defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 104-91. The Serbian basketball star became

October 29, 2026

Sport

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

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Trump and Melania Welcome Halloween Trick-or-Treaters to the White House

Politics·Whats New

October 30, 2026

The president and first lady handed out candy to children dressed as superheroes, soldiers, dinosaurs and even Donald Trump himself. The Halloween celebration came

Halle Berry Loses Primary Physical Custody of 13-Year-Old Son Following Bitter Court Battle With Ex-Husband

Entertainment·Whats New

October 30, 2026

A Los Angeles judge awarded Olivier Martinez full physical custody of their son, Maceo, while dismissing his request for a domestic violence restraining order

Scientists Use AI to Create Virus That Attacks Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria — First Human Patient Treated

Whats New

October 30, 2026

Scientists have administered an artificial intelligence-designed virus to a patient with a serious bacterial infection, marking a potential breakthrough in the fight against bacteria

Sir Patrick Stewart, Star of ‘Star Trek’ and ‘X-Men,’ Dies at 86

Entertainment·Whats New

October 30, 2026

The acclaimed British actor, who became a global icon as Captain Jean-Luc Picard and Professor Charles Xavier, died at his home in Los Angeles

DOJ Charges Five in Nationwide Student Aid Fraud Scheme, Seizes $750,000 in Cryptocurrency

Business·Whats New

October 29, 2026

Operation Ghostbusters targets a scheme that allegedly used stolen American identities to create fake college students and steal federal financial aid. Investigators have identified

1,700 World War I Hand Grenades and Rifle Grenades Removed in Bitola

Community·Macedonia

October 29, 2026

Authorities have cleared a major cache of unexploded World War I munitions above Bitola’s old military barracks, but excavation work continues, with more than

Three Dead, 12 Injured in EUFOR Helicopter Crash Near Brčko

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

October 29, 2026

All 15 people aboard the EUFOR helicopter were Italian nationals, according to local media reports. The crash occurred near the town of Gorice in

Montenegro’s London Embassy Sparks Neighborhood Dispute — and a Court Challenge

Community·Montenegro

October 29, 2026

A five-bedroom family home in London’s Pimlico neighborhood has become Montenegro’s embassy, triggering complaints over its flagpole and appearance. One longtime resident has taken

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.

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Serbian National Arrested in Italy With 22 Kilograms of Cocaine Worth €1.8 Million

Italian financial police say the drugs were hidden in a specially modified compartment beneath the car’s center console and could have yielded up to

October 29, 2026

Business·Serbia

EXIT Festival Is Coming Home: Serbia’s Iconic Music Festival Announces Return to Novi Sad in July 2027

After announcing plans to leave Serbia amid political and financial pressures, EXIT says it will return to the Petrovaradin Fortress next summer for a

October 29, 2026

Entertainment·Serbia

Serbia’s State TV Chief Resigns After Student Election Victory

The head of Serbia’s public broadcaster RTS has resigned following the student-backed movement’s parliamentary election victory, marking another major development in the country’s political

October 29, 2026

Serbia

Serbian-American Project Raises $133,532 to Help Children Discover Their Roots

The Mileva Project raised $133,532 in its first year to help Serbian-American children visit Serbia and discover their family roots. So far, 31 children

October 29, 2026

Community·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

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Dubrovnik Welcomes Over 570,000 Cruise Passengers as Croatia Tackles Overtourism

Dubrovnik welcomed more than 570,000 cruise passengers during the first nine months of 2026, as Croatia’s famous Adriatic destination continues efforts to control overcrowding

October 29, 2026

Croatia

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

Macedonia

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1,700 World War I Hand Grenades and Rifle Grenades Removed in Bitola

Authorities have cleared a major cache of unexploded World War I munitions above Bitola’s old military barracks, but excavation work continues, with more than

October 29, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Slovakia Rejects ‘Double Standards’ in EU Enlargement, Backs Macedonia’s European Path

Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár says the EU must send a clear signal that membership is a realistic prospect for the Western Balkans, while

October 29, 2026

Macedonia·Politics

Private Eye Hospital Investigated Over Alleged €4 Million Healthcare Billing Scheme

Police operations in Skopje, Tetovo and Kumanovo are targeting suspected financial irregularities involving healthcare services allegedly billed both to the national health insurance fund

October 29, 2026

Macedonia

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

October 29, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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Three Dead, 12 Injured in EUFOR Helicopter Crash Near Brčko

All 15 people aboard the EUFOR helicopter were Italian nationals, according to local media reports. The crash occurred near the town of Gorice in

October 29, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

Latin Bridge over the Miljacka River in Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina, at sunset.

Bosnian Diaspora in US Builds New Partnerships With Sarajevo

The Bosnian diaspora in the US is strengthening its ties with Sarajevo through new partnerships. Officials from Sarajevo Canton recently visited Chicago and New

October 29, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·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,

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

Montenegro

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Montenegro’s London Embassy Sparks Neighborhood Dispute — and a Court Challenge

A five-bedroom family home in London’s Pimlico neighborhood has become Montenegro’s embassy, triggering complaints over its flagpole and appearance. One longtime resident has taken

October 29, 2026

Community·Montenegro

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

Germany Backs Montenegro’s EU Membership in 2028 Despite Croatia Disputes

Montenegro could join the European Union in 2028, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during the Berlin Process Summit, offering fresh encouragement to the Balkan

October 29, 2026

Montenegro

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

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Trump and Melania Welcome Halloween Trick-or-Treaters to the White House

Politics·Whats New

October 30, 2026

The president and first lady handed out candy to children dressed as superheroes, soldiers, dinosaurs and even Donald Trump himself. The Halloween celebration came

Halle Berry Loses Primary Physical Custody of 13-Year-Old Son Following Bitter Court Battle With Ex-Husband

Entertainment·Whats New

October 30, 2026

A Los Angeles judge awarded Olivier Martinez full physical custody of their son, Maceo, while dismissing his request for a domestic violence restraining order

Scientists Use AI to Create Virus That Attacks Antibiotic-Resistant Bacteria — First Human Patient Treated

Whats New

October 30, 2026

Scientists have administered an artificial intelligence-designed virus to a patient with a serious bacterial infection, marking a potential breakthrough in the fight against bacteria

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