Ljubljana News Digest
Ljubljana's Patriarch Porfirije was sentenced to four months suspended prison on mobbing charges, while the city's airport expands with sustainable growth initiatives and new infrastructure upgrades.
Ljubljana Today
Patriarch Porfirije Sentenced in Ljubljana Court
Patriarch Porfirije received a four-month suspended prison sentence in Ljubljana on charges of mobbing priests. The Serbian Patriarchate has condemned the verdict as scandalous.
NATO Protesters Rally in Ljubljana
Demonstrators gathered in Ljubljana demanding that Slovenia withdraw from NATO, voicing opposition to the country's alliance membership.
Ljubljana Airport Expands Sustainable Operations
Ljubljana Airport is pursuing sustainable growth through network expansion, infrastructure upgrades, and a green aviation strategy. The airport handled 6.4 million passengers through its new terminal.
Virtus Overcomes Cedevita in Ljubljana Basketball
In a competitive match in Ljubljana, Virtus defeated Cedevita with strong performances from Teodosic and Belinelli in what was described as a gunfire-paced game.
Slovenia News
Slovenia's Industrial Output Rises 4.2% Year-on-Year
Slovenia's industrial output increased 4.2 percent year-over-year in May, though activity has begun to slow according to recent data.
Slovenia Wins Landmark Arbitration Over Fracking Ban
Slovenia secured a landmark victory in ICSID arbitration concerning a fracking ban, with legal firm Clifford Chance representing the country in the case.
Luka Doncic Leads Slovenia to Round of 16
Despite struggling performance, Luka Doncic led Slovenia's basketball team to advancement in the Round of 16, with potential for him to play in August competitions.
Slovenia Pledges Additional $50M to Ukraine's PURL Initiative
Slovenia committed an additional $50 million to Ukraine's PURL Initiative, demonstrating continued support for Ukraine's reconstruction and development efforts.
Serbian Church Condemns Ljubljana Verdict Against Patriarch
The Serbian Orthodox Church issued a formal condemnation of the Ljubljana court's verdict against Patriarch Porfirije, calling the decision unjust.
World News
New Dinosaur Species Discovered in Thailand
Paleontologists identified Uragasaurus kalasinensis, a plant-eating dinosaur with a neck as long as a cricket pitch, believed to have lived approximately 150 million years ago.
Ryanair Passenger Nearly Sucked Out of Window Mid-Flight
A passenger on a Ryanair flight was nearly pulled out of a window at altitude; his wife held onto his legs for approximately five minutes to prevent him from being sucked out.
Typhoon Bavi Threatens East Asia with Landslides Killing 15
The 1,000 km-wide Typhoon Bavi is heading toward Taiwan and southeastern China after causing 15 deaths from landslides in the Philippines; it is forecast to be one of the strongest storms in decades.
Wildfire in Southern Spain Kills at Least 12, 23 Missing
A fire near Los Gallardos in Almería, Spain left at least 12 dead and 23 missing, with local officials indicating four victims may be British.
Developing Nations Spend More on Debt Than Education
A UNESCO report reveals that 113 developing countries spent more on servicing foreign debt than on education last year, with 18 nations spending five times more on debt repayment than education.
LGBTQ+ Cruise Ship Refused Entry to Egypt
The Scarlet Lady, carrying 2,000 LGBTQ+ passengers including Broadway performer Patti LuPone, was denied entry to Egypt days after being blocked from Turkish waters.
Mexico Investigates US Role in Drug Lord Capture
Mexico has launched an investigation into whether the United States misrepresented its involvement in the 2024 capture and transfer of Sinaloa cartel leader Ismael 'El Mayo' Zambada García from Mexican territory.
Catnip Lotion as Effective as Deet Against Mosquitoes
Research conducted in Uganda found that catnip lotion proved just as effective as the artificial chemical Deet at repelling mosquitoes, offering a cheap, homegrown alternative.