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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 589 as Rescue Teams Race Against Time

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to at least 589, with nearly 3,000 people injured and rescue teams racing against the clock to reach survivors trapped

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June 26, 2026

Montenegro Must Finish Its European Job: Milatović’s Vision for EU Membership by 2028

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović has delivered a sweeping address framing his country’s

Miroslav’s Gospel, Serbia’s Oldest Cyrillic Manuscript, Opens to Public for Vidovdan Weekend

The Miroslav Gospel, the oldest preserved Serbian Cyrillic manuscript and one of

Sarajevo Conference Unites Institutions Against Organized Crime and Cyber Threats

A major security conference titled “Modern Security Challenges – Organized Crime and

Breške Art Colony Celebrates 27th Edition as Regional Artists Gather Near Tuzla

The 27th edition of the Breške Art Colony is underway near Tuzla,

Peace on Paper, War on Water: Iran’s Attack on a Commercial Ship Tests the Fragile Hormuz Truce

The United Nations International Maritime Organization has suspended its operation to escort

Supreme Court Backs Trump’s ‘Metering’ Policy, Allowing Border Officials to Turn Away Asylum Seekers

The US Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a major immigration victory

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 589 as Rescue Teams Race Against Time

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to at least 589, with nearly 3,000 people injured and rescue teams

June 26, 2026

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Oil Falls to Pre War Levels as Hormuz Reopens, but Pump Prices Lag and Trump Targets ‘Big Oil’

Global benchmark Brent crude briefly dipped below $72.48 per barrel on Thursday, the exact price it traded at the day before the US and

June 25, 2026

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Trump Kicks Off America’s 250th with Campaign Style Rally as Iran War and Low Approval Cast Shadow

President Donald Trump opened a 16 day celebration of the United States’ 250th anniversary with a political rally on the National Mall, seeking to

June 25, 2026

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Iranian President Says Missiles Are Not Negotiable After U.S. Attacks

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would have faced the same fate as Gaza if it did not possess missiles for its defense, making

June 24, 2026

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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

Business

US Inflation Hits Three Year High as Energy Prices Surge

Inflation in the United States accelerated to its highest level in three years during May, driven largely by surging energy prices linked to ongoing

June 11, 2026

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Peace on Paper, War on Water: Iran’s Attack on a Commercial Ship Tests the Fragile Hormuz Truce

The United Nations International Maritime Organization has suspended its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was struck by

June 26, 2026

Politics

Supreme Court Backs Trump’s ‘Metering’ Policy, Allowing Border Officials to Turn Away Asylum Seekers

The US Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a major immigration victory on Thursday, ruling 6-3 that federal officials may turn away asylum seekers

June 26, 2026

Politics

IAEA Chief Confirms Iran Inspections as US and Tehran Spar Over Nuclear Access Terms

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency, Rafael Grossi, has confirmed that inspectors will visit Iranian nuclear sites under the preliminary peace agreement

June 25, 2026

Politics

Iranian President Says Missiles Are Not Negotiable After U.S. Attacks

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran would have faced the same fate as Gaza if it did not possess missiles for its defense, making

June 24, 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

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Bosnia Ready to Attack Qatar as Barbarez Sends Clear Message Ahead of Decisive World Cup Match

Bosnia and Herzegovina head coach Sergej Barbarez made it clear that his team has no intention of sitting back when it faces Qatar in

June 24, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Sport

Regional Media Focus on Croatia’s Struggles Despite Crucial Win Over Panama

Croatia claimed a hard-fought victory over Panama to stay alive in the race for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but

June 24, 2026

Croatia·Sport

Noah Kirkwood Joins Cedevita Olimpija on One-Year Deal

Cedevita Olimpija has officially announced the signing of Canadian guard Noah Kirkwood, who joins the Ljubljana-based club after a strong season with Śląsk Wrocław.

June 24, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Lionel Messi Becomes the All-Time Leading World Cup Scorer After Historic Double Against Austria

Lionel Messi has written a new chapter in World Cup history after scoring both goals in Argentina’s 2:0 victory over Austria in the second

June 23, 2026

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 589 as Rescue Teams Race Against Time

Whats New

June 26, 2026

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to at least 589, with nearly 3,000 people injured and rescue teams

Montenegro Must Finish Its European Job: Milatović’s Vision for EU Membership by 2028

Montenegro

June 26, 2026

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović has delivered a sweeping address framing his country’s European Union accession as both a historic opportunity and a decisive test

Miroslav’s Gospel, Serbia’s Oldest Cyrillic Manuscript, Opens to Public for Vidovdan Weekend

Serbia

June 26, 2026

The Miroslav Gospel, the oldest preserved Serbian Cyrillic manuscript and one of the most precious monuments of medieval Slavic culture, will be on public

Sarajevo Conference Unites Institutions Against Organized Crime and Cyber Threats

Bosnia & Hercegovina

June 26, 2026

A major security conference titled “Modern Security Challenges – Organized Crime and Contemporary Security Threats” convened in Sarajevo this week, bringing together law enforcement

Breške Art Colony Celebrates 27th Edition as Regional Artists Gather Near Tuzla

Bosnia & Hercegovina

June 26, 2026

The 27th edition of the Breške Art Colony is underway near Tuzla, bringing together ten academic painters from across the Balkans for a week

Peace on Paper, War on Water: Iran’s Attack on a Commercial Ship Tests the Fragile Hormuz Truce

Politics

June 26, 2026

The United Nations International Maritime Organization has suspended its operation to escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz after a vessel was struck by

Supreme Court Backs Trump’s ‘Metering’ Policy, Allowing Border Officials to Turn Away Asylum Seekers

Politics

June 26, 2026

The US Supreme Court handed President Donald Trump a major immigration victory on Thursday, ruling 6-3 that federal officials may turn away asylum seekers

EU Ambassador Rokas Brings European Integration Message to Gostivar as Green Transition Takes Center Stage

Macedonia

June 26, 2026

EU Ambassador to Macedonia Michalis Rokas is conducting a working visit to Gostivar today, bringing the European Union’s enlargement and green transition agenda directly

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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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Miroslav’s Gospel, Serbia’s Oldest Cyrillic Manuscript, Opens to Public for Vidovdan Weekend

The Miroslav Gospel, the oldest preserved Serbian Cyrillic manuscript and one of the most precious monuments of medieval Slavic culture, will be on public

June 26, 2026

Serbia

Belgrade Ranks Among Europe’s Least Affordable Capitals as Housing Devours 62% of Average Salaries

Belgrade has been named the fifth least affordable capital in Europe for housing, with residents spending an average of 61.53% of their salaries on

June 25, 2026

Serbia

West Nile Virus Under Surveillance in Serbia as Cases Emerge Nearby

Serbia has not recorded any human cases of West Nile fever as of June 22, 2026, but health authorities are closely monitoring the situation

June 24, 2026

Serbia

Vučić Meets Jeffrey Sachs in Belgrade to Discuss AI, Economy, and Serbia’s Geopolitical Balancing Act

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić held talks with renowned US economist Jeffrey Sachs in Belgrade on June 18, 2026, covering major international economic and security

June 19, 2026

Serbia

Slovenia

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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

Noah Kirkwood Joins Cedevita Olimpija on One-Year Deal

Cedevita Olimpija has officially announced the signing of Canadian guard Noah Kirkwood, who joins the Ljubljana-based club after a strong season with Śląsk Wrocław.

June 24, 2026

Slovenia·Sport

Slovenia Slips to 49th in Global Competitiveness as Government Inefficiency Drags Down Performance

Slovenia has fallen three places to 49th out of 70 countries in the latest IMD World Competitiveness Ranking, with the steepest decline recorded in

June 19, 2026

Slovenia

Torrential Rains Trigger Dozens of Landslides Across Slovenia, Causing Millions of Euros in Damage

Slovenia has been hit by severe weather conditions after torrential rainfall triggered widespread flooding, landslides, and significant infrastructure damage across several parts of the

June 10, 2026

Slovenia

Croatia

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Croatia’s Highest-Earning Songwriters Revealed: Tonči Huljić, Gibonni and Other Hitmakers Lead the List

Croatia’s top music creators are proving that hit songs continue to generate serious income, both through traditional royalties and modern streaming platforms. The Croatian

June 24, 2026

Croatia

Regional Media Focus on Croatia’s Struggles Despite Crucial Win Over Panama

Croatia claimed a hard-fought victory over Panama to stay alive in the race for the knockout stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, but

June 24, 2026

Croatia·Sport

Bhutan Recognizes Croatia, Leaving Only Two Countries on the Diplomatic Sidelines

The Kingdom of Bhutan has formally recognized the Republic of Croatia, ending a three decade gap in diplomatic relations and leaving only two sovereign

June 18, 2026

Croatia

Milanović Sounds Alarm Over Surging Property Costs in Croatia

Croatian President Zoran Milanović has warned that rapidly rising property prices have become one of the country’s most pressing economic challenges, arguing that housing

June 11, 2026

Croatia

Macedonia

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EU Ambassador Rokas Brings European Integration Message to Gostivar as Green Transition Takes Center Stage

EU Ambassador to Macedonia Michalis Rokas is conducting a working visit to Gostivar today, bringing the European Union’s enlargement and green transition agenda directly

June 26, 2026

Macedonia

Mucunski Draws a Red Line: No Bulgarian Identity for Delčev and Sandanski, or Historical Commission Fails

Macedonian Foreign Minister Timčo Mucunski has issued a stark warning that the joint historical commission with Bulgaria will produce no results if Skopje is

June 25, 2026

Macedonia

Macedonia Launches “Vezilka” National AI Factory to Develop Macedonian-Language Digital Tools

National AI Centre Presented in Skopje Macedonia has officially presented “Vezilka”, a national centre and factory for artificial intelligence, described as a strategic project

June 24, 2026

Macedonia

Mickoski With a Strong Stance Towards The EU: No Bargaining Over Macedonian Identity

Macedonian Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski has declared a new chapter for his country, one defined by accelerated European integration, but only on terms that

June 18, 2026

Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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Sarajevo Conference Unites Institutions Against Organized Crime and Cyber Threats

A major security conference titled “Modern Security Challenges – Organized Crime and Contemporary Security Threats” convened in Sarajevo this week, bringing together law enforcement

June 26, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Breške Art Colony Celebrates 27th Edition as Regional Artists Gather Near Tuzla

The 27th edition of the Breške Art Colony is underway near Tuzla, bringing together ten academic painters from across the Balkans for a week

June 26, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

EUFOR Commander Joins Strategic Committee as Bosnia Tackles Surplus Ammunition Threat

Major General Maurizio Fronda, commander of the European Union Force in Bosnia and Herzegovina (EUFOR), participated in the 28th meeting of the Strategic Committee

June 25, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Bosnia Ready to Attack Qatar as Barbarez Sends Clear Message Ahead of Decisive World Cup Match

Bosnia and Herzegovina head coach Sergej Barbarez made it clear that his team has no intention of sitting back when it faces Qatar in

June 24, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Sport

Montenegro

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Montenegro Must Finish Its European Job: Milatović’s Vision for EU Membership by 2028

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović has delivered a sweeping address framing his country’s European Union accession as both a historic opportunity and a decisive test

June 26, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegro Closes Chapter 24 as EU Treaty Drafting Signals Final Accession Push

Montenegro has reached a pivotal milestone in its European Union membership drive, with Interior Minister Danilo Šaranović declaring that the closure of Chapter 24,

June 25, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegro to Host U18 Balkan Volleyball Championship in Podgorica

Montenegro is set for another major volleyball weekend as the U18 Balkan Championship begins in Podgorica. The tournament will be held from June 25

June 24, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegro Needs $1.8 Billion for Green Energy Transition by 2030

Montenegro will need around 1.7 billion euros, or roughly $1.8 billion, in investments by 2030 to carry out its green energy transition, officials and

June 24, 2026

Montenegro

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Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs to 589 as Rescue Teams Race Against Time

Whats New

June 26, 2026

The death toll from two powerful earthquakes that struck Venezuela has risen to at least 589, with nearly 3,000 people injured and rescue teams

Montenegro Must Finish Its European Job: Milatović’s Vision for EU Membership by 2028

Montenegro

June 26, 2026

Montenegrin President Jakov Milatović has delivered a sweeping address framing his country’s European Union accession as both a historic opportunity and a decisive test

Miroslav’s Gospel, Serbia’s Oldest Cyrillic Manuscript, Opens to Public for Vidovdan Weekend

Serbia

June 26, 2026

The Miroslav Gospel, the oldest preserved Serbian Cyrillic manuscript and one of the most precious monuments of medieval Slavic culture, will be on public

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