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The Soviet Union existed for 70 years, but don’t expect to find it as a location in the world of comic books ·

Only a handful of mainstream comics published during the existence of the Soviet Union actually take place within its borders, and those that did often promoted stereotypes. → Read More

LGBTQ+ community and politicians salute Montenegro’s new law on same-sex partnerships ·

Only five years ago, police banned the country's Pride March as "too risky" following threats of violence from homophobic groups. → Read More

Remembering the heartbreaking words of Yugoslavia’s war-struck ‘Lost Generation’ ·

"Never in my life [did I imagine] I would shoot at someone or that someone would shoot at me. How can this be? It's not right." → Read More

Slovenian protesters channel Katie Melua to explain anti-corruption bicycle movement ·

"There are 10,000 bicycles in Ljubljana. That's a fact. That's how mad the people are." → Read More

Former Yugoslavia’s brutalist architecture shines in new Star Wars fan film ·

"If it was gonna be a 'Serbian' story, or an 'ex-Yugoslav' story, let's face it -- it couldn't be a story about royalty." → Read More

Fans and colleagues pay respects to late Italian comics author Giovanni Romanini ·

Romanini was acclaimed as a life-long collaborator of the late comics legend Magnus. → Read More

COVID-19 pandemic adversely affects digital rights in the Balkans ·

Digital rights NGOs warn about increase of cases of violation of privacy of people under quarantine, spread of disinformation and internet scams in Serbia, Montenegro, Croatia, and Bosnia and Herzegovina. → Read More

Hundreds of Croatians left homeless by earthquake amid COVID-19 crisis ·

The quake hit shortly after the city had implemented restriction measures to slow the spread of COVID-19, bringing additional stress to Croatians. → Read More

Croatia’s earthquake risk disrupting partial lockdown amid COVID-19 outbreak ·

The quake left 27 people injured and caused extensive material damage to Zagreb. → Read More

Bosnia-Herzegovina to hold first ever Pride Parade in Sarajevo on September 8 ·

The Parade is taking place in an atmosphere of threats of violence and homophobic rhetoric by traditional and social media, but organizers are determined that the show will go on. → Read More

Serbian journalists expose anonymous doxing site’s ties to pro-government media coterie ·

Istraga became notorious for its smear attacks against voices critical of the Vučić regime, including journalists and non-governmental organisations. → Read More

Here are some of Moldovan pop music’s contributions to global meme culture ·

Few people remember this, but two popular memes known around the world are actually Moldovan in origin. → Read More

Racing down socialist memory lane: a classic Yugoslav cars video goes viral ·

The cars include three brands produced by Yugoslav factory Zastava from Kragujevac, Serbia, that were based off models by Italian manufacturer Fiat. → Read More

Looking back at Feral Tribune, Croatia’s doomed but legendary satirical newspaper ·

Feral Tribune was known for its impartial coverage of war in the Balkans and caricatures that ridiculed the nationalist leaders in former Yugoslavia. → Read More

Slovenian officials rebuff Hungary, refuse to censor cartoon satire ridiculing Viktor Orbán ·

Slovenian officials pledged to "never interfere in any of the media’s editorial policy." → Read More

Four real-life locations that could have featured in Game of Thrones ·

As viewers gear up for one last dose of dynastic squabbling, political intrigue and looming supernatural doom, four actual locations that wouldn't be out of place on Westeros and Essos. → Read More

Slovak businessman charged with ordering murder of journalist Ján Kuciak and his fiancée

"This is a significant step, and a rare one in murders of journalists. We hope authorities keep their promise to bring all perpetrators to justice." → Read More

Slovak businessman charged with ordering murder of journalist Ján Kuciak and his fiancée ·

"This is a significant step, and a rare one in murders of journalists. We hope authorities keep their promise to bring all perpetrators to justice." → Read More

Anti-violence protests continue in Belgrade, after journalist survives assassination attempt

Protests are estimated to have doubled in size after Serbian president vows "never" to meet demonstrators' demands. → Read More

Anti-violence protests continue in Belgrade, after journalist survives assassination attempt ·

Protests are estimated to have doubled in size after Serbian president vows "never" to meet demonstrators' demands. → Read More