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Air Serbia Flight Evacuated in Split After Bomb Threat, 75-Year-Old Passenger Detained

Passengers on an Air Serbia flight scheduled to travel from Split to Belgrade were evacuated from the aircraft after a passenger allegedly threatened that there was a bomb on board. Croatian police

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October 5, 2026

A Night to Remember: American Balkan Trade Center Black-Tie Forum

The American Balkan Trade Center (ABTC) hosted an elegant and memorable Black-Tie

Bećirović, Filipović and Cvijanović lead Bosnia presidency races as vote count nears completion

Denis Bećirović, Darijana Filipović and Željka Cvijanović are leading the three races

Vučić says he wants 400,000–500,000 vote margin in Serbia election

Aleksandar Vučić said Sunday that he wants the “Aleksandar Vučić – United

Novak Djokovic fights back to beat Alexander Zverev and reach China Open semi-finals

Novak Djokovic came from a set down to defeat top seed Alexander

Students in blockade announce major rally in Niš ahead of Serbia election

Students in blockade have announced a major rally in Niš for October

Serbian consul hosts diplomats from more than 40 countries at New York event

Serbia’s Consul General in New York, Vladimir Božović, co-hosted an evening focused

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A Night to Remember: American Balkan Trade Center Black-Tie Forum

The American Balkan Trade Center (ABTC) hosted an elegant and memorable Black-Tie Forum on October 2, at the prestige Union League Club in Chicago,

October 5, 2026

Business·Community·Entertainment·Whats New

Two killed, 35 injured in shooting at Georgia homecoming block party

Two people were killed and 35 others were injured after gunfire erupted at a crowded homecoming weekend block party in Vienna, Georgia, early Sunday,

October 5, 2026

Whats New

Trump Administration Begins Mailing $500 ACA Refund Checks: Who Qualifies and What You Need to Know

The Trump administration has begun distributing one-time $500 refund checks to nearly one million Americans enrolled in Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans.

October 2, 2026

Business·Politics·Whats New

Euro-Balkan Folk and Food Festival 2026

Euro-Balkan Folk and Food Festival 2026 will bring together communities from across the Balkans for a full day of traditional food, folklore, music, and

October 2, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia·Whats New

Business

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A Night to Remember: American Balkan Trade Center Black-Tie Forum

The American Balkan Trade Center (ABTC) hosted an elegant and memorable Black-Tie Forum on October 2, at the prestige Union League Club in Chicago,

October 5, 2026

Business·Community·Entertainment·Whats New

Trump Administration Begins Mailing $500 ACA Refund Checks: Who Qualifies and What You Need to Know

The Trump administration has begun distributing one-time $500 refund checks to nearly one million Americans enrolled in Affordable Care Act (ACA) health insurance plans.

October 2, 2026

Business·Politics·Whats New

Oil Prices Ease as Persian Gulf Flows Move Closer to Pre War Levels

Global oil markets have begun showing signs of easing after crude prices surged earlier in September, with increased shipments from the Persian Gulf helping

October 1, 2026

Business

US Senate Blocks Bill to Restrict Stock Trading by Members of Congress

The U.S. Senate has blocked a Republican backed bill that sought to introduce new restrictions on stock trading by members of Congress, leaving another

October 1, 2026

Business·Politics

Politics

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Bećirović, Filipović and Cvijanović lead Bosnia presidency races as vote count nears completion

Denis Bećirović, Darijana Filipović and Željka Cvijanović are leading the three races for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tripartite Presidency following Sunday’s general election, according to

October 5, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

Vučić says he wants 400,000–500,000 vote margin in Serbia election

Aleksandar Vučić said Sunday that he wants the “Aleksandar Vučić – United Serbia” list to secure a decisive victory in Serbia’s October 25 election,

October 5, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Students in blockade announce major rally in Niš ahead of Serbia election

Students in blockade have announced a major rally in Niš for October 10, as their movement continues campaigning ahead of Serbia’s parliamentary election later

October 5, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Serbia opens 93 polling stations abroad as diaspora voting arrangements draw criticism

Serbia’s Republic Electoral Commission (RIK) has designated 93 polling stations abroad for the October 25 parliamentary election, as voting arrangements for citizens living overseas

October 5, 2026

Politics

Community

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A Night to Remember: American Balkan Trade Center Black-Tie Forum

The American Balkan Trade Center (ABTC) hosted an elegant and memorable Black-Tie Forum on October 2, at the prestige Union League Club in Chicago,

October 5, 2026

Business·Community·Entertainment·Whats New

Serbian consul hosts diplomats from more than 40 countries at New York event

Serbia’s Consul General in New York, Vladimir Božović, co-hosted an evening focused on diplomacy and leadership that brought together guests from more than 40

October 5, 2026

Community

Euro-Balkan Folk and Food Festival 2026

Euro-Balkan Folk and Food Festival 2026 will bring together communities from across the Balkans for a full day of traditional food, folklore, music, and

October 2, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia·Whats New

Get ready for Serb Fest in Orlando

Serb Fest Orlando 2026 will take place October 9–11, 2026, at St. Petka Serbian Orthodox Church in Longwood, Florida, in the greater Orlando area.Spanning

October 1, 2026

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Sport

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Novak Djokovic fights back to beat Alexander Zverev and reach China Open semi-finals

Novak Djokovic came from a set down to defeat top seed Alexander Zverev and secure a place in the China Open semi-finals in Beijing.

October 5, 2026

Sport

Luka Modric ‘ashamed’ after Croatia’s devastating 7-0 defeat to England

Croatia captain Luka Modric said he felt “ashamed” following his team’s 7-0 home defeat to England in the Nations League, describing the performance as

October 5, 2026

Sport

Nikola Jokic showcases playmaking brilliance in Nuggets’ preseason opener

Nikola Jokic needed only 14 minutes on the court to showcase his playmaking ability in the Denver Nuggets’ preseason matchup against the Utah Jazz.

October 5, 2026

Sport

Novak Djokovic Stages Incredible Comeback to Reach Beijing Quarterfinals

Novak Djokovic produced a remarkable comeback to secure a place in the quarterfinals of the ATP tournament in Beijing. Facing the prospect of defeat,

October 2, 2026

Serbia·Sport·Whats New

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Air Serbia Flight Evacuated in Split After Bomb Threat, 75-Year-Old Passenger Detained

Croatia·Serbia

October 5, 2026

Passengers on an Air Serbia flight scheduled to travel from Split to Belgrade were evacuated from the aircraft after a passenger allegedly threatened that

A Night to Remember: American Balkan Trade Center Black-Tie Forum

Business·Community·Entertainment·Whats New

October 5, 2026

The American Balkan Trade Center (ABTC) hosted an elegant and memorable Black-Tie Forum on October 2, at the prestige Union League Club in Chicago,

Bećirović, Filipović and Cvijanović lead Bosnia presidency races as vote count nears completion

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

October 5, 2026

Denis Bećirović, Darijana Filipović and Željka Cvijanović are leading the three races for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tripartite Presidency following Sunday’s general election, according to

Vučić says he wants 400,000–500,000 vote margin in Serbia election

Politics·Serbia

October 5, 2026

Aleksandar Vučić said Sunday that he wants the “Aleksandar Vučić – United Serbia” list to secure a decisive victory in Serbia’s October 25 election,

Novak Djokovic fights back to beat Alexander Zverev and reach China Open semi-finals

Sport

October 5, 2026

Novak Djokovic came from a set down to defeat top seed Alexander Zverev and secure a place in the China Open semi-finals in Beijing.

Students in blockade announce major rally in Niš ahead of Serbia election

Politics·Serbia

October 5, 2026

Students in blockade have announced a major rally in Niš for October 10, as their movement continues campaigning ahead of Serbia’s parliamentary election later

Serbian consul hosts diplomats from more than 40 countries at New York event

Community

October 5, 2026

Serbia’s Consul General in New York, Vladimir Božović, co-hosted an evening focused on diplomacy and leadership that brought together guests from more than 40

Two killed, 35 injured in shooting at Georgia homecoming block party

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October 5, 2026

Two people were killed and 35 others were injured after gunfire erupted at a crowded homecoming weekend block party in Vienna, Georgia, early Sunday,

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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Air Serbia Flight Evacuated in Split After Bomb Threat, 75-Year-Old Passenger Detained

Passengers on an Air Serbia flight scheduled to travel from Split to Belgrade were evacuated from the aircraft after a passenger allegedly threatened that

October 5, 2026

Croatia·Serbia

Vučić says he wants 400,000–500,000 vote margin in Serbia election

Aleksandar Vučić said Sunday that he wants the “Aleksandar Vučić – United Serbia” list to secure a decisive victory in Serbia’s October 25 election,

October 5, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Students in blockade announce major rally in Niš ahead of Serbia election

Students in blockade have announced a major rally in Niš for October 10, as their movement continues campaigning ahead of Serbia’s parliamentary election later

October 5, 2026

Politics·Serbia

Euro-Balkan Folk and Food Festival 2026

Euro-Balkan Folk and Food Festival 2026 will bring together communities from across the Balkans for a full day of traditional food, folklore, music, and

October 2, 2026

Community·Entertainment·Serbia·Whats New

Slovenia

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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

Slovenia and Macedonia set for Balkan Derby in Ljubljana

Slovenia and Macedonia will face each other tomorrow in a Balkan derby at Ljubljana’s Stožice Stadium, with both national teams entering the match in

September 28, 2026

Macedonia·Slovenia·Sport·Whats New

Serbian Handball Clubs Learn European Cup Opponents

Serbian handball clubs have learned their opponents for the second round of the EHF European Cup, with Vojvodina, Dinamo Pančevo and Dubočica preparing to

September 23, 2026

Serbia·Slovenia·Sport

Maribor Mayor Race Opens After Saša Arsenovič Rules Out Third Term

The Maribor mayor race has entered a new phase after incumbent Saša Arsenovič announced that he will not seek a third term in Slovenia’s

September 18, 2026

Slovenia

Croatia

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Air Serbia Flight Evacuated in Split After Bomb Threat, 75-Year-Old Passenger Detained

Passengers on an Air Serbia flight scheduled to travel from Split to Belgrade were evacuated from the aircraft after a passenger allegedly threatened that

October 5, 2026

Croatia·Serbia

Balkan Music Legend Tereza Kesovija Hospitalized

Balkan music legend Tereza Kesovija is in the hospital after experiencing heart problems. The health issue forced her to postpone two concerts in Zagreb.

October 2, 2026

Croatia·Entertainment

Zagreb Left Without Public Transport as Transit and Utility Workers Go on Strike

Public transportation across Zagreb was severely disrupted Monday as ZET workers went on strike, while employees responsible for municipal services also stopped working. The

September 28, 2026

Croatia

Croatian Veterans Group Seeks Stricter Rules for Foreign Performers

A Croatian veterans’ association has called on state institutions to introduce clear criteria and mandatory background checks for foreign performers before they are booked

September 25, 2026

Croatia·Whats New

Macedonia

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Lake Ohrid Named the Most Beautiful Place in Europe, According to Time Out

Lake Ohrid has taken the top spot on Time Out’s list of the most beautiful places in Europe. The famous Balkan lake ranked ahead

October 2, 2026

Entertainment·Macedonia

EU Enlargement Enters a New Phase as Von der Leyen Visits Macedonia

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen is visiting Macedonia as the European Union signals a renewed push to bring Western Balkan countries closer

October 2, 2026

Macedonia

Europe’s New Rail Plan Puts Macedonia’s Transport Network Under the Spotlight

The European Union is putting renewed focus on the Western Balkans’ railway network as Brussels presents a new work plan for the Western Balkans–Eastern

October 1, 2026

Macedonia

Nikoloski in Brussels: EU Talks Focus on Infrastructure, Investment and Macedonia’s European Future

Macedonia’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Aleksandar Nikoloski, is in Brussels for a two day working visit focused on infrastructure development, economic

October 1, 2026

Macedonia

Bosnia & Herzegovina

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Bećirović, Filipović and Cvijanović lead Bosnia presidency races as vote count nears completion

Denis Bećirović, Darijana Filipović and Željka Cvijanović are leading the three races for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tripartite Presidency following Sunday’s general election, according to

October 5, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

From Higher Pensions to New Family Benefits: Federation of BiH Details 2023–2026 Results

The Federal Ministry of Labor and Social Policy of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina has presented the results of its work between 2023

October 1, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Federation of BiH Debt Surges by 1.57 Billion BAM in Just Six Months

The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s rising public debt is drawing attention to the entity’s fiscal outlook, with total debt reaching approximately 8.76 billion

October 1, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

BiH Election Commission Issues New Fines Over Premature Campaigning and Use of Children

The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Bosnia and Herzegovina has issued a new round of financial penalties against political parties and candidates over violations

September 24, 2026

Bosnia & Hercegovina

Montenegro

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Montenegrin Referees Take Center Stage at IHF Club World Championship Final

Montenegrin referees Miloš Ražnatović and Ivan Pavićević have received another major international assignment after being selected to officiate the final of the IHF Men’s

October 1, 2026

Montenegro·Sport

Montenegro Seeks EU Breakthrough as Ibrahimović Meets German Foreign Minister

Montenegro is seeking to accelerate its path toward European Union membership, with Foreign Minister Ervin Ibrahimović emphasizing the importance of Germany’s continued support during

October 1, 2026

Montenegro

Montenegro Secures €50 Million EBRD Loan to Modernize Railway to Port of Bar

Montenegro has signed a €50 million loan agreement with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) to modernize a 39 kilometer section of

October 1, 2026

Montenegro

Mirjana Martinović Becomes Judo World Champion in Sarajevo

Montenegro has a new world champion after Mirjana Martinović won the gold medal at the World Veterans Judo Championships in Sarajevo. Martinović dominated the

September 25, 2026

Montenegro·Sport

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Air Serbia Flight Evacuated in Split After Bomb Threat, 75-Year-Old Passenger Detained

Croatia·Serbia

October 5, 2026

Passengers on an Air Serbia flight scheduled to travel from Split to Belgrade were evacuated from the aircraft after a passenger allegedly threatened that

A Night to Remember: American Balkan Trade Center Black-Tie Forum

Business·Community·Entertainment·Whats New

October 5, 2026

The American Balkan Trade Center (ABTC) hosted an elegant and memorable Black-Tie Forum on October 2, at the prestige Union League Club in Chicago,

Bećirović, Filipović and Cvijanović lead Bosnia presidency races as vote count nears completion

Bosnia & Hercegovina·Politics

October 5, 2026

Denis Bećirović, Darijana Filipović and Željka Cvijanović are leading the three races for Bosnia and Herzegovina’s tripartite Presidency following Sunday’s general election, according to

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