SloveniaOwnership & classification
Founded: 2015
Ownership
Domovina (domovina.je) began as a print monthly by the Catholic family institute Zavod Iskreni in 2014 and launched as a web portal in August 2015. Since mid-2022 it has been published by Domovina d.o.o., a subsidiary of the media holding Mediainvest d.o.o., founded in 2022 by Ajdovscina businessman Ales Strancar together with Tino Mamic, Rok Caks and Igor Vovk, with Strancar putting in the first million euros of capital. Caks and Vovk later left (2023-24), leaving Strancar as the dominant owner.
Funding
Financed largely through donor contributions and its wealthy owner's capital injection, supplemented by advertising (including past government/ministry advertising) and some state cultural-project grants. The decisive funding is owner capital from Ales Strancar.
Affiliation & stance
A conservative outlet that was favourable to Janez Jansa's third government and is reported by Slovenian press to function as a Jansa/SDS-aligned media project after Strancar took control, with critics calling it a de facto party-aligned outlet. Given concentrated control by a single government-aligned businessman/oligarch-style owner with strong SDS ties, the evidence points to DEPENDENT (party/owner-aligned) rather than purely INDEPENDENT, despite its CENTER_RIGHT-to-RIGHT self-presentation.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Lean Conservative
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 242
78/100
Factual
68/100
Objective
288
Articles
288
reports
Factual: How accurately its articles report the facts, judged against primary sources and the cross-outlet consensus. Only articles that cite their sources are counted.
Objective: How neutral the writing is — whether reporting keeps the writer’s own preferences and opinions out of the article.
Recent coverage
The Pope receives Prime Minister Janos Janša in the Vatican
Prime Minister Janez Janša was received by Pope Leo XIV in Vatican today. During their meeting, they discussed the upgrade of the Vatican agreement that regulates relations between Slovenia and the Holy See. The discussion likely focused on strengthening diplomatic ties and addressing any outstanding issues related to the existing agreement. Such meetings often involve dialogue on religious freedom, state-church relations, and other matters of mutual interest. This visit highlights the ongoing engagement between Slovenia's government and the Catholic Church.
Politically illiterate adults, illiterate youth
The article discusses concerns about declining reading habits among children and young people in Slovenia. It mentions that many parents and teachers express worry over this trend, noting that for some individuals, even searching through school textbooks is seen as an intense intellectual effort. The piece highlights the growing frustration among educators and experts who fear the long-term implications of reduced literacy rates.
![[Video] Dr. Andrej and Dr. Verena Perko: There are young people at the university who cannot express themselves (Echo weekly, September 18, 2026)](https://images.weserv.nl/?url=www.domovina.je%2Fslike%2Fmedium%2Fmaxresdefault-14.webp&w=3840&q=75&output=webp&we)
Did you know that 17 EU countries do not pay 'RTV contributions'?
The article discusses Slovenia's upcoming referendum on whether to abolish the mandatory payment of the RTV contribution, which funds Radio Televizija Slovenija. It highlights that only ten out of the 27 European Union member states require citizens to pay such a fee, while seventeen do not. The article lists these countries and provides comparative data on the amount paid, noting that the fees are relatively low compared to average incomes in those countries. The author argues that left-wing activists and groups are attempting to obscure this information, suggesting their arguments against abolishing the contribution are weakened by the fact that many EU countries do not have such a system.
New tactics: what's behind the announced public sector referendum?
Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced plans for a consultative referendum on potential restructuring of the public sector, including reducing bureaucracy and possibly cutting staff numbers by 10%. This comes amid criticism from unions who warn such cuts could harm access to essential public services. The proposed budget for the next two years does not yet include these reductions, and Janša clarified that previous reports of planned layoffs were misunderstood. Unions argue the government has not provided expert analyses justifying the need for such cuts or their impact on public services. They also criticize the lack of transparency around the decision-making process, noting that the government learned of the proposed changes through the media rather than formal channels. While unions welcome the delay in implementing cuts, they view the referendum as a strategic move to gauge public opinion before proceeding with reforms.
Dr. Jože Možina rejects the "pardon of colleague Peskova"; he only expects a correct report
Dr. Jože Možina, novinar in zgodovinar, je odzval na zapis voditeljice Odmevov, dr. Rosvite Peskove, v katerem je odgovarjal na njegove očitke, da je oddaja Odmevi nekorektno poročala o njegovi tožbi proti Svetlani Makarovič. Možina je zavračal izraz 'pomilovanje kolegice Peskove' in pričakoval, da bo poročanje bilo korenko. Poudarjal je pomembnost pravega poročanja v skladu s podatki in dejanskimi dogodki.
![[Video] Mateja Ribič: We need to put an end to the abuse of the social system (Hot topic, 5 October 2026)](https://images.weserv.nl/?url=www.domovina.je%2Fslike%2Fmedium%2Fmaxresdefault-58.jpg&w=3840&q=75&output=webp&we)
[Video] Mateja Ribič: We need to put an end to the abuse of the social system (Hot topic, 5 October 2026)
The article features a video interview with Mateja Ribič, the Minister for Demographics, Family, and Social Affairs from the National Assembly (NSi), discussing the need to end abuses within the social welfare system. The discussion centers around the fourth government led by Janez Janša, which has made demographics a central focus of its strategy. The interview highlights concerns about the misuse of the social system and the challenges faced by the ministry in addressing these issues.
Another Freedom cadre leaves the top of a major medical establishment
The article reports that Vojko Flis, director of the University Clinical Center (UKC) Maribor, has resigned from his position. Flis cited recent developments in the emergency department as the reason for his resignation. He stated that he believes it is time to allow another team to lead the institution successfully, as it has been led thus far. According to Flis, 39 specialists work in the emergency department at UKC Maribor, but over 30% are partially employed. He explained that the former head had requested that they proceed in such a way that these doctors would not leave, and in good faith that the work in the emergency center would continue as it should, he allowed them to be partially employed, which inevitably prevents good organization of work in the emergency center. He took responsibility for this and therefore, as director of UKC Maribor, he resigns. Flis thanked all employees and employees for the quality care provided to patients. His departure followed the change of government earlier this year and subsequent changes in representatives of the founder of the institution two weeks ago. Leadership was taken over by a former candidate of the Freedom Movement for mayor of
Fuel cheaper at midnight: €46 less fuel oil, more relief from state measures
Starting from Thursday, October 6th, gasoline, diesel, and heating oil prices will decrease. Users of diesel and households heating with heating oil will experience the most significant weekly price drop. Buyers of thousands of liters of heating oil will pay 46 euros less compared to before. The article notes this reduction is part of broader measures aimed at reducing costs for consumers.
A researcher in Russia is reported to have died of pneumonia, 200 people are in quarantine
A researcher at the Institute for Antiplague Research in Irkutsk, Russia, allegedly died from pneumonic plague after accidentally breaking a container holding live plague bacteria while working. The researcher was hospitalized, and initial official reports suggested she had a severe case of pneumonia. Following the incident, 200 people were placed under quarantine as a precautionary measure.
The couch, the boat and the four times against the Sunday headquarters of the left, still called civil society.
The article discusses a Sunday event organized by the Leftist activist group 'Civilna družba,' highlighting their continued presence and influence despite challenges. The event, part of a 12-hour marathon by the Institute 8. marec, featured Niko Kovač at the center, surrounded by activists, influencers, journalists, and others. The piece emphasizes the ongoing efforts of the leftist movement in Slovenia, focusing on their grassroots engagement and cultural impact.
JUMP is a jump into an empty pool
In an interview on the program 'Odmev tedna,' former Constitutional Court Justice Jan Zobec discusses referendums, warning against voter manipulation and emotional influence. He emphasizes the risks of using referendums as tools for misleading the public through emotional appeals rather than rational debate. The conversation highlights concerns about the integrity of democratic processes and the potential for misinformation in political campaigns.
Collaboration and Propaganda (Part 34): The King's Recognition of Titus 11 And what if he ordered the subjugation of Titus?
The article discusses a historical debate regarding whether King Peter II of Yugoslavia acknowledged Josip Broz Tito as the supreme commander of the Yugoslav army during World War II. Previous analyses have shown that such recognition did not occur. The current piece explores a hypothetical scenario: what if the king had issued an order subordinating Tito? This raises questions about the potential impact on wartime dynamics and post-war political developments.
After the Supplementary Health Insurance is 'canceled', we pay more for health care
The article reports that the share of public funding for healthcare has increased in Slovenia. Households spent 9.4% more on direct healthcare payments in 2024 compared to the previous year. This increase occurred after the abolition of supplementary health insurance. The article notes that households' direct payments have not decreased despite this change.