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Former US Ambassador to Serbia 25 years later – Koštunica’s main ally was the military intelligence service
There are books which, from the very announcement, promise to become bestsellers. One such book is Undiplomatic Lives, soon to be available to readers in both Serbian and English, published by Clio, written by husband-and-wife authors William and...

How to watch Slovenia vs Sweden: Live streams for Alexander Isak's first international game since joining Liverpool
Watch Slovenia vs Sweden today as Alexander Isak makes his first appearance since his high-profile move to Liverpool, with all the details here on live streams and TV broadcasts around the world. Slovenia vs Sweden: Key information ► Date: Friday,...
Albania is Europe’s best-kept secret for Americans
Approximately 11.7 million tourists visited Albania in 2024, according to the government’s official Institute of Statistics. Most visitors come from nearby countries like Kosovo and Italy, while only 306,000 people vacation from the Americas....
U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services, July 2025
Explanatory Notes Goods (Census basis) Data for goods on a Census basis are compiled from the documents collected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and reflect the movement of goods between foreign countries and the 50 states, the...

‘The highest level we’ve played’ – Ireland set for stiff test against Olympic champions in first 3x3 Europe Cup tilt
Their qualification at a tournament in Kosovo in June marked a major milestone for the country’s fledgling 3x3 set-up. But Basketball Ireland’s plans remain bigger still, with CEO John Feehan describing an Olympic appearance as the ultimate goal...

One of three Brits accused of gang-raping a local woman at their hotel in Croatia suffers serious facial injuries in prison attack
By TARYN KAUR PEDLER, FOREIGN NEWS REPORTER Published: 12:52 EDT, 4 September 2025 | Updated: 13:06 EDT, 4 September 2025 One of three Brits accused of raping a local woman at their hotel in Croatia suffered serious facial injuries following a...

Liverpool handed exciting Alexander Isak update in training ground moment - 'He's here'
Alexander Isak is all smiles in training for Sweden days after completing a £125million move to Liverpool. After months of speculation, the Reds eventually agreed a deal to sign the striker from Newcastle United - with that transfer completed on...

Is the West Fooling Itself on Ukraine Security Guarantees? | Opinion
Two weeks after President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin at a U.S. air base in Alaska, and two weeks after European leaders traveled to Washington for follow-up talks at the White House, the Trump administration's ongoing peace...

Services dominate in Albania and the Balkans
TIRANA, Sept 3 (TemA) – Services dominate jobs across much of the Balkans. In Albania, services lead employment, agriculture has dropped below one third, and industry remains shallow. Tourism, retail, education and health continue to add roles....

Liverpool Confidential Q&A special: When Alexander Isak will make his debut, the big-money transfer target already lined up for NEXT summer revealed and why the Marc Guehi deal is still alive
And breathe… the transfer window is over. After months of endless debating and nailbiting sagas, Liverpool have made eight signings and spent £446million. While Richard Hughes and Co may take a well-earned rest now, Liverpool Confidential is...

10 Books That Make the Past Feel Like It’s Happening to You
10 Books That Make the Past Feel Like It’s Happening to You (Picture Credit - Instagram) Sometimes a book doesn’t just tell you a story; it pulls you into it, making the past feel as immediate as the present. The ten books listed here do exactly...

Pro-Palestine protesters force La Vuelta stage to be cut short
Stage 11 of La Vuelta ended without a winner on Wednesday after organisers cut the race short following disruption from pro-Palestinian protesters in Bilbao. The unusual decision came in the final kilometres of the 157.4km stage, which both...

Today’s UEFA World Cup Qualifiers; Fixtures & Previews
Spain kick off their World Cup campaign against Bulgaria European champions Spain will kick off their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign in Thursday’s away clash against Bulgaria in Sofia. The two nations are competing in Group E alongside Turkey...

Liverpool immediately hold Alexander Isak talks with doctors after record transfer
Alexander Isak's fitness will be carefully managed on international duty after the striker completed his Liverpool transfer. The forward completed a £125million move to Anfield on deadline day after an intense saga endured throughout the summer....

Why Israel Must Strengthen Ties With Montenegro
Construction is underway for Montenegro’s first synagogue, Har Hashem, in Podgorica, the capital, April 2025. The European Jewish Congress said it would also serve as a cultural and community center. (Photo credit: European Jewish Congress via...

Despised people live ‘at the heart of shalom’
FUSHË KRUJË, ALBANIA — Everybody hates the Roma. Animosities abound in southeastern Europe. Croats dislike Serbs and vice versa. Serbs distrust Albanians, who feel a strong attachment to the people of Kosovo, a region Serbia claims as its own. But...

The North Wales man born almost 'completely deaf' who's now a top conductor
A conductor who defied the odds after being born with severe hearing loss will take centre stage in Asia this autumn - leading one of the continent’s most acclaimed orchestras. Robert Guy, a trailblazing conductor from Wrexham, has been invited to...

Silence to symphony: Wrexham-born conductor to take centre stage in Hong Kong
Robert Guy A north Wales conductor who defied the odds after being born with severe hearing loss will take centre stage in Asia this autumn – leading one of the continent’s most acclaimed orchestras. Robert Guy, a trailblazing conductor from...

Viktor Gyokeres makes Alexander Isak Liverpool claim after Newcastle transfer saga
Deadline day Liverpool signing Alexander Isak has been defended by Viktor Gyokeres. Both Swedish strikers acted in a way to force moves to the Reds and Arsenal respectively this summer. Liverpool chased Isak across the summer window but Newcastle...

LISTED: New flights to and from France in autumn and winter 2025
Dozens of new flight routes to and from France will be launched in autumn and winter 2025. The Local has the details and list of destinations. Starting this autumn, there will be some big travel changes for passengers - including the long-awaited...