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Russia Lifts Ban on Night Vision Scopes for Civilian Firearms

Russia has officially removed a longstanding ban on mounting night vision scopes on civilian firearms, following the signing of a new federal law by President Vladimir Putin. The legislation eliminates previous restrictions

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July 6, 2026

Six Detained After Incident at Thompson Concert in Croatia

ZAPREŠIĆ, Croatia – Six people were detained following an incident during a

Macedonia Reports 17 Fires in Just 24 Hours

Fire crews extinguished 16 fires across the country, while one blaze affecting

Serbia Unlocks New Funding for the Rača-Bijeljina Highway

The new funding will support construction of a cross-border highway designed to

Serbia Prepares to Bring Back the Military Draft in 2027- Here’s Who Could Be Called First

Men born in 2006 are expected to be among the first contacted

Norway Stuns Brazil as England Survives Five-Goal World Cup Thriller Against Mexico

Erling Haaland scored twice to send Norway into the World Cup quarterfinals,

Croatian Passport Ranks 8th Most Powerful Globally, Surpassing UK and US

Croatia’s passport has secured 8th place in the newly released Henley Passport

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Russia Lifts Ban on Night Vision Scopes for Civilian Firearms

Russia has officially removed a longstanding ban on mounting night vision scopes on civilian firearms, following the signing of a new federal law by

July 6, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Six Detained After Incident at Thompson Concert in Croatia

ZAPREŠIĆ, Croatia – Six people were detained following an incident during a concert by Croatian singer Marko Perković Thompson in the town of Zaprešić,

July 6, 2026

Croatia·Whats New

Macedonia Reports 17 Fires in Just 24 Hours

Fire crews extinguished 16 fires across the country, while one blaze affecting a pine forest remained under control, emergency officials said. Macedonia recorded 17

July 6, 2026

Macedonia·Whats New

Serbia Unlocks New Funding for the Rača-Bijeljina Highway

The new funding will support construction of a cross-border highway designed to improve transportation between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Republika Srpska entity. Serbia

July 6, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

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Oil Prices Fall Back to Pre War Levels as U.S.-Iran Tensions Ease

Brent crude oil prices have fallen back to levels seen before the outbreak of the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran, reflecting growing optimism that diplomatic

July 2, 2026

Business·Whats New

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Gold Crashes Below $4,000 as Dollar Surges and Fed Hawkishness Rewrites Market Dynamics

Global financial markets are facing a fresh wave of turbulence after gold plunged below the psychologically critical $4,000 per ounce threshold for the first

June 25, 2026

Business

SpaceX Shares Tumble 6.5% as Post IPO Frenzy Cools and Investors Eye Valuation Risks

Shares of SpaceX dropped more than 6.5% on Thursday, falling to $178.50 as the post IPO euphoria that briefly propelled Elon Musk’s company past

June 19, 2026

Business

Oil Drops Below $80, Gold Bounces Back: Markets Cheer Trump’s Iran Peace Deal

Global markets responded swiftly to the signing of a landmark interim peace deal between the United States and Iran, with Brent crude oil tumbling

June 18, 2026

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Russia Lifts Ban on Night Vision Scopes for Civilian Firearms

Russia has officially removed a longstanding ban on mounting night vision scopes on civilian firearms, following the signing of a new federal law by

July 6, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Louisiana Attorney General Indicted Over Threats to Officials in Fight to Abolish Exoneree’s Elected Office

A New Orleans grand jury has indicted Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill on 16 counts of intimidation and malfeasance, escalating a bitter political war

July 3, 2026

Politics

US and Iran Report ‘Positive Progress’ in Doha Mediated Talks as Khamenei Funeral Looms

Qatar and Pakistan, the key mediators between Washington and Tehran, have announced “positive progress” in indirect negotiations aimed at resolving outstanding issues from the

July 2, 2026

Politics·Whats New

Trump Declines to Renew USMCA, Triggering 10 Year Countdown as North American Trade Faces Uncertainty

The Trump administration has declined to renew the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), starting a decade long clock toward the trade pact’s potential termination while opening

July 2, 2026

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New EU Non-Paper Proposes Gradual Integration of Western Balkans into the Single Market

A new non paper reportedly backed by five European Union member states proposes a gradual integration model for the Western Balkans, aiming to bring

May 20, 2026

Community·Politics

Croatian Drone Company Expands to the U.S., Launches Production Facility in Florida

Croatian technology company Orqa is expanding into the United States through a new strategic partnership that will see the company establish drone production operations

May 6, 2026

Community·Croatia

Miami Event to Bring Macedonian Community Together for Rooftop Sunset Gathering

The United Macedonian Diaspora will host a rooftop gathering in Miami on Sunday, April 26, offering an evening dedicated to community, culture and informal

April 24, 2026

Community·Macedonia

Fort Lauderdale to Host Macedonian Film Evening Featuring The Tale of Silyan

The United Macedonian Diaspora is organizing a cultural film event in Fort Lauderdale on Monday, April 27, bringing together members of the community for

April 24, 2026

Community·Macedonia

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Norway Stuns Brazil as England Survives Five-Goal World Cup Thriller Against Mexico

Erling Haaland scored twice to send Norway into the World Cup quarterfinals, while 10-man England held off tournament co-host Mexico in a dramatic night

July 6, 2026

Sport

Čukarički Sign Young Winger Aires Nankue From Portugal

Serbian club Čukarički has continued strengthening its squad ahead of the new season, adding young winger Aires Nankue from Portuguese side Estrela Amadora. Nankue,

July 3, 2026

Serbia·Sport

USA Survives Red Card Scare to Beat Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0, Advances to World Cup Round of 16

The United States men’s national team held on for a dramatic 2-0 victory over Bosnia and Herzegovina to secure a place in the FIFA

July 2, 2026

Sport

Germany Faces Early World Cup Exit After Penalty Defeat to Paraguay as Nagelsmann Refuses to Step Down

Shock Elimination After Penalty Drama Germany suffered a shocking early elimination from the FIFA World Cup after losing to Paraguay on penalties in the

June 30, 2026

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Russia Lifts Ban on Night Vision Scopes for Civilian Firearms

Politics·Whats New

July 6, 2026

Russia has officially removed a longstanding ban on mounting night vision scopes on civilian firearms, following the signing of a new federal law by

Six Detained After Incident at Thompson Concert in Croatia

Croatia·Whats New

July 6, 2026

ZAPREŠIĆ, Croatia – Six people were detained following an incident during a concert by Croatian singer Marko Perković Thompson in the town of Zaprešić,

Macedonia Reports 17 Fires in Just 24 Hours

Macedonia·Whats New

July 6, 2026

Fire crews extinguished 16 fires across the country, while one blaze affecting a pine forest remained under control, emergency officials said. Macedonia recorded 17

Serbia Unlocks New Funding for the Rača-Bijeljina Highway

Serbia·Whats New

July 6, 2026

The new funding will support construction of a cross-border highway designed to improve transportation between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Republika Srpska entity. Serbia

Serbia Prepares to Bring Back the Military Draft in 2027- Here’s Who Could Be Called First

Serbia·Whats New

July 6, 2026

Men born in 2006 are expected to be among the first contacted as Serbia moves toward restoring mandatory military service in March 2027. Serbia

Norway Stuns Brazil as England Survives Five-Goal World Cup Thriller Against Mexico

Sport

July 6, 2026

Erling Haaland scored twice to send Norway into the World Cup quarterfinals, while 10-man England held off tournament co-host Mexico in a dramatic night

Croatian Passport Ranks 8th Most Powerful Globally, Surpassing UK and US

Croatia

July 3, 2026

Croatia’s passport has secured 8th place in the newly released Henley Passport Index for Q2 2026, placing it among the world’s most powerful travel

Serbian Homebuyers Face Higher Mortgage Costs Than Neighbors in Croatia and Slovenia

Croatia·Serbia·Slovenia

July 3, 2026

Homebuyers in Serbia are paying significantly higher mortgage costs than buyers in neighboring Croatia and Slovenia, according to regional banking data. While average interest

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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

Slovenia’s Parliamentary Race Tightens Ahead of 22 March Vote as Political Landscape Remains Fluid

Election Formally Called, Campaign Environment IntensifiesSlovenia will head to the polls on 22 March 2026 for parliamentary elections that are shaping up

Business and community leaders meet congressional candidate Michael Bouchard at Michigan event

A high-profile gathering of business leaders, community representatives, and political supporters took place this week in Michigan, where congressional candidate Michael Bouchard

Serbia

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Serbia Unlocks New Funding for the Rača-Bijeljina Highway

The new funding will support construction of a cross-border highway designed to improve transportation between Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Republika Srpska entity. Serbia

July 6, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

Serbia Prepares to Bring Back the Military Draft in 2027- Here’s Who Could Be Called First

Men born in 2006 are expected to be among the first contacted as Serbia moves toward restoring mandatory military service in March 2027. Serbia

July 6, 2026

Serbia·Whats New

Serbian Homebuyers Face Higher Mortgage Costs Than Neighbors in Croatia and Slovenia

Homebuyers in Serbia are paying significantly higher mortgage costs than buyers in neighboring Croatia and Slovenia, according to regional banking data. While average interest

July 3, 2026

Croatia·Serbia·Slovenia

Čukarički Sign Young Winger Aires Nankue From Portugal

Serbian club Čukarički has continued strengthening its squad ahead of the new season, adding young winger Aires Nankue from Portuguese side Estrela Amadora. Nankue,

July 3, 2026

Serbia·Sport

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Serbian Homebuyers Face Higher Mortgage Costs Than Neighbors in Croatia and Slovenia

Homebuyers in Serbia are paying significantly higher mortgage costs than buyers in neighboring Croatia and Slovenia, according to regional banking data. While average interest

July 3, 2026

Croatia·Serbia·Slovenia

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Slovenian Scientists Join Global Effort to Create the Largest Cinematic Map of the Universe

Researchers from the University of Nova Gorica are playing a central role in one of the most ambitious astronomical endeavors in history, the Legacy

July 2, 2026

Slovenia

Slovenia Signals Policy Shift Toward Israel, Plans to Suspend Recognition of Palestine

Slovenia’s new government is preparing a significant shift in its Middle East policy, with Prime Minister Janez Janša announcing plans to suspend the country’s

June 30, 2026

Slovenia

Slovenia Re Establishes Museum of Independence Amid Political Debate

The Slovenian government has moved to re establish the Museum of Slovenian Independence, reviving an institution that has been at the center of political

June 25, 2026

Slovenia

Croatia

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Six Detained After Incident at Thompson Concert in Croatia

ZAPREŠIĆ, Croatia – Six people were detained following an incident during a concert by Croatian singer Marko Perković Thompson in the town of Zaprešić,

July 6, 2026

Croatia·Whats New

Croatian Passport Ranks 8th Most Powerful Globally, Surpassing UK and US

Croatia’s passport has secured 8th place in the newly released Henley Passport Index for Q2 2026, placing it among the world’s most powerful travel

July 3, 2026

Croatia

Serbian Homebuyers Face Higher Mortgage Costs Than Neighbors in Croatia and Slovenia

Homebuyers in Serbia are paying significantly higher mortgage costs than buyers in neighboring Croatia and Slovenia, according to regional banking data. While average interest

July 3, 2026

Croatia·Serbia·Slovenia

Croatian Hospital Pioneers Nation’s First Stem Cell Therapy for Jaw Joint Disorders

KBC Split has achieved a historic milestone in Croatian medicine by successfully performing the country’s first procedure using autologous bone marrow derived stem cell

July 2, 2026

Croatia

Macedonia

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Macedonia Reports 17 Fires in Just 24 Hours

Fire crews extinguished 16 fires across the country, while one blaze affecting a pine forest remained under control, emergency officials said. Macedonia recorded 17

July 6, 2026

Macedonia·Whats New

Macedonian Physics Team Heads to Colombia After Medal Haul in Europe

A team of five high school students from Macedonia has departed for Bucaramanga, Colombia, to compete in the 56th International Physics Olympiad from July

July 3, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia Signs New U.S. Defense Deals Worth €339 Million

Macedonia is continuing its long term military modernization program with the arrival of new armored vehicles and the signing of additional defense agreements with

July 2, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia Announces Government Reshuffle With New Ministers and Reduced Deputy Prime Minister Posts

Mickoski Presents New Phase of Government Work Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski announced a government reshuffle, describing it as the beginning of a new phase

July 1, 2026

Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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EU Foreign Policy Chief Visits Bosnia to Reinforce Security Commitment and Push Reform Agenda

EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas visited EUFOR Headquarters at Camp Butmir in Sarajevo on July 2, 2026, as

July 3, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

American Diplomat Louis Crishock Steps In as Bosnia’s Acting High Representative Amid Transatlantic Standoff

American diplomat Louis Crishock has officially assumed the role of acting High Representative for Bosnia and Herzegovina, taking over from Christian Schmidt in a

July 2, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Bosnia and Herzegovina Considers Declaring Public Holiday if National Team Defeats United States at the World Cup

The Government of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is preparing guidelines that could allow Thursday to be declared a non-working day if the

July 1, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Dispute Over New High Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina Exposes Divisions Between the United States and Europe

Crishock Appointed Acting High Representative After No Agreement on Schmidt’s Successor Bosnia and Herzegovina has received an acting High Representative after international diplomats failed

July 1, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Montenegro

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Montenegro’s EU Jackpot: €3.2 Billion Package Signals Brussels’ Confidence in 2028 Accession

The European Commission has adopted a €3.2 billion financial package for Montenegro, a clear signal that Brussels views Podgorica’s EU membership not as a

July 2, 2026

Montenegro

Croatia and Montenegro Renew Dispute Over Prevlaka Border Issue

Long-standing tensions between Croatia and Montenegro over the disputed Prevlaka peninsula have resurfaced after renewed political statements from both sides, bringing one of the

July 1, 2026

Croatia·Montenegro

Montenegro Considers Monthly Four-Day Weekend Under Proposed Labor Reform

Workers in Montenegro could soon enjoy a regular four-day weekend once every month under a proposed amendment to the country’s Labor Law aimed at

June 30, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegrin President Congratulates Trump on U.S. Independence Anniversary

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović sent a congratulatory message to U.S. President Donald Trump on the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of

June 29, 2026

Montenegro·Whats New

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Russia Lifts Ban on Night Vision Scopes for Civilian Firearms

Politics·Whats New

July 6, 2026

Russia has officially removed a longstanding ban on mounting night vision scopes on civilian firearms, following the signing of a new federal law by

Six Detained After Incident at Thompson Concert in Croatia

Croatia·Whats New

July 6, 2026

ZAPREŠIĆ, Croatia – Six people were detained following an incident during a concert by Croatian singer Marko Perković Thompson in the town of Zaprešić,

Macedonia Reports 17 Fires in Just 24 Hours

Macedonia·Whats New

July 6, 2026

Fire crews extinguished 16 fires across the country, while one blaze affecting a pine forest remained under control, emergency officials said. Macedonia recorded 17

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