SloveniaOwnership & classification
Ownership
Maribor24.si is a regional online portal for Maribor. Per Slovenia's media registry its content publisher is the institute Zavod M24, owned by Mitja Novak, Nada Novak and Igor Dvoršak, while the commercial/marketing side runs through Agencija Maribor 24 d.o.o., majority-owned (about 70%) by PR specialist Zdenko Škraban with Igor Dvoršak holding roughly 30%. Editor Mitja Novak is reportedly Škraban's brother-in-law; Škraban himself is not named on the site despite his involvement.
Funding
Funded commercially through advertising and native/sponsored content sold via Agencija Maribor 24; no subscription paywall or declared state funding.
Affiliation & stance
Maribor24 is a privately owned local news-and-lifestyle portal with a broadly centrist, non-partisan local-news output, though reporting has noted its owners' personal/PR connections to local political and business circles in Maribor. As it is privately and commercially owned with no formal party or state control, it is classed INDEPENDENT, though its opaque ownership/PR ties warrant caution.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 466
83/100
Factual
78/100
Objective
709
Articles
709
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
Drivers at gas stations today were expecting new fuel prices.
Today, new regulated prices for fuel began to take effect. Both 95-octane gasoline and diesel have increased in price, with diesel showing a more pronounced increase. Drivers will pay 1.744 euros per liter for 95-octane gasoline at service stations outside motorways and expressways, which is an increase of 1.6 cents compared to the previous price of 1.760 euros. For a 50-liter tank, the cost will now be 87.20 euros, which is 80 cents less than the previous price. Diesel has become cheaper, with the new regulated price at 1.883 euros per liter, down from 1.929 euros. This represents a decrease of 4.6 cents per liter. For 50 liters of diesel, the cost will now be 94.15 euros, or 2.30 euros less than before. The cost of gasoline is set at 0.41759 euros per liter, while diesel is set at 0.33000 euros per liter. The calculation methodology was adjusted to exclude bio-components from the purchase price. According to estimates by the relevant ministry, the price of diesel without regulation and some exemptions would have been significantly higher, around 2.185 euros per liter. Regulated prices apply at service stations outside motorways and expressways.
Commission concludes work: Styrian Economic Excellence winners selected
The commission has completed its work in selecting the winners of the Styrian Economic Excellence Awards. These awards recognize outstanding achievements in Styria's economy. The selection process took place in the previous week, and the new representatives of economic excellence have been chosen. The awards ceremony is scheduled for autumn and will honor the best performers in the region's business sector.
Why gold remains an attractive option for long-term savings
The article discusses how inflation gradually reduces the purchasing power of savings, making it important to consider preserving their value over the long term. It highlights the need for individuals to think beyond mere accumulation of savings and to explore options such as gold as a means of maintaining financial stability in uncertain economic conditions.
Two famous bars are returning to the Maribor nightlife scene, one betting on memories, the other on three different experiences.
In Maribor, two well-known local venues are reopening this month. The article mentions that one venue focuses on memories while the other offers three different experiences. The piece highlights the return of these establishments but does not provide further details on their specific offerings, customer reactions, or any controversies surrounding their reopening.
Urška Repolusk for re-nomination: I want a higher quality of life to be felt in every street and every home
Urška Repolusk, ki je že prevzela mandat za mestni svet Maribora, napoveduje svojo ponovno kandidaturo na volitvah. V izjavi poudarja nameravo izboljšati kakovost življenja v mestu, s tem da želi, da bo ta počutljiva v vsaki ulici in vsakem domu do leta 2030. Njena vizija vključuje izboljšanje javnih prostorov in boljše storitve za prebivalce. Repolusk meni, da je ključno, da se vse spremembe osredotočijo na potrebe lokalnega prebivalstva.
In this small community near Maribor, they want to build a bridge to Africa
The event 'Energizing Africa 2026' in Selca near Maribor connected Slovenian and African partners, opening the path to concrete joint projects, including electrification of remote communities in Cameroon.
Smaller grapes, but of outstanding quality: the John's vine in Cerkvenjak has been harvested for the 20th time
The article discusses the twenty-year tradition of harvesting grapes at the Cerkvenjak vineyard, which is connected to the legacy of the oldest vine in Maribor. The vineyard has been celebrating this milestone event, highlighting both the reduced quantity of grapes and the exceptional quality of the harvest.
MFRU32 has turned Maribor into a meeting place of body and technology.
The 32nd edition of the International Festival of Digital Art (MFRU32) in Maribor is currently taking place until October 11th, organized by MKC Maribor. The festival uses art to explore and highlight the human body. This event brings together technology and artistic expression, focusing on the intersection between digital creativity and the physical form.
Unemployment Decreases
The article reports on a decrease in unemployment rates in Slovenia during September compared to previous months. As of late September, there were 42,439 registered unemployed individuals, representing a 1.8% decrease from August and a 3.4% decrease from September of the previous year. On average, 44,671 people were registered as unemployed in the first nine months of the year, which is a lower percentage than the same period last year. In September alone, 5,551 new applicants registered for unemployment benefits, marking a 44.1% increase monthly but a 5% decrease compared to the same month last year. Additionally, 4,188 out of 6,343 previously unemployed individuals who were removed from the register found employment or started self-employment, representing a 101.7% increase compared to August and a 0.5% decrease compared to September of the previous year.
The Maribor man who first got into a race car a year ago is now winning among Europe's elite.
A 17-year-old driver from Maribor, Kyam Potež, has achieved a significant victory in European motorsport. Alongside his teammate Simon Connor Prim, he won the GT4 Pro class at the third race in the GT Summer Series, driving a Mercedes-AMG GT4 for the team CV Performance Group x JP Motorsport. Their car was the only one in the GT4 Pro category, and they finished higher than any other GT4 vehicle overall. This win marks the end of their first season in the series. Potež, who began his racing career in 2025, has already made a strong impression, securing victories in various competitions. He is set to compete in the German ADAC GT4 Germany championship this season and holds the record for being the youngest overall winner in the over 40-year history of the STT series. His ultimate goal remains the prestigious Le Mans race.
Maribor resident Urška Gros opens up about her difficult pregnancy: "This is my reality now"
Urška Gros, znana iz Kmetije, je v svojem YouTube videu razkrila težave, s katerimi se sooča med nosečnostjo. V videu je predstavila svoj običajen teden, ki vključuje družinske aktivnosti, domače poslove in iskrena pogovora. Navedla je, da je bilo težko obiskati dedkov dom, kjer se je vrnila po izgubi oca, kar je povzročilo globoko žalost. Kljub tem je poudarila, da se njeni hčerki Lina pripravlja na prvo odbojkarsko tekmo, ki je zaključila z navdušenjem. Urška je tudi odkriti govorila o svoji nosečnosti, opisala je noči, zbudbe in bolečine, ter se pošalila, da je 'old and also pregnant'. Poudarila je, da kljub manjšim objavam uspešno raste njen YouTube kanal.
The Slovenian who helped Yugoslavia to its greatest Olympic success before the breakup of the country has said goodbye
The article discusses the career of Vlado Jug, a prominent Slovenian ice hockey defender who played during the time of Yugoslavia. He was part of the Yugoslav team that achieved their greatest Olympic success at the 1968 Winter Games in Grenoble, finishing ninth. Jug was recognized as one of the best Slovenian players of the previous century by the newspaper Delo in 2000, alongside other notable players like Tone Gale, Viktor Ravnik, and others. He was born in 1947 in Jesenice and was part of a generation of players who helped shape Yugoslav ice hockey in the 1960s and 1970s. Jug was raised in the Jesenice ice hockey environment, which was considered one of the most important centers of ice hockey in the former country. He later remained connected to Jesenice hockey after his playing career, receiving recognition in 2008 during a celebration of Jesenice hockey’s anniversary.
Less money for education and science?
The Slovenian parliament's Upper House (DZ) has approved urgent procedures for two legislative proposals concerning higher education funding and research, as well as consumer protection laws. The proposals aim to cut spending on educational and scientific activities in 2027 and 2028, which opposition parties criticized as detrimental to Slovenia's competitive advantage through knowledge and innovation. Opposition parties including the Freedom Party, Slovenian Democratic Party (SD), and Left Party argued that reducing funds in these areas during times of technological change and global competition is risky. They also expressed concerns over the politicization of education and the rushed nature of the legislative process. Meanwhile, coalition members such as SDS, NSi, SLS, Fokus, and Resnica supported the measures, while some opposition groups like the Freedom Party questioned the need for expedited processing of certain bills, particularly those related to consumer credit laws. The debate highlights tensions between maintaining financial priorities and ensuring adequate investment in critical sectors.