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 554
82/100
Factual
78/100
Objective
824
Articles
812
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
Strangers couldn't figure out why everyone was staring at the river.
A group of German tourists in Ljubljana were surprised by a large crowd gathering along the Ljubljanica River, expecting the arrival of NBA stars Luka Dončić and his team, the Los Angeles Lakers. The visitors, Monique, Kevin, and Dominik, initially did not understand why people were watching the river but were soon informed by locals about the connection to Dončić and a planned four-day team-building event in Slovenia. Fans had been eagerly waiting since early afternoon, some even traveling from nearby areas like Bled to catch a glimpse of the basketball players. Despite poor weather conditions, including strong winds and rain, fans remained hopeful that the Lakers would disembark and greet them. Some believed the best chance to see the players was at the boarding point of the tourist boat, while others thought they might walk through the city center instead. Eventually, a wooden boat arrived at a less crowded part of the riverbank, suggesting the Lakers were likely preparing for a private visit.
Tragedy at 11:14 in Sochi!
In the morning of August 23, 2026, a tragic incident occurred in Soča, a settlement within the municipality of Bovec, Slovenia. While swimming, individuals noticed a person who had become incapacitated and pulled them out of the water. Emergency services, including fire department rescuers from Bovec and first responders from the same municipality, attempted resuscitation and provided assistance to the rescue team from the National Maritime Rescue Service (NMP) Tolmin. The resuscitation efforts were unsuccessful. Additional rescuers from the Bovec Fire Rescue Service, members of the Slovenian Water Rescue Association, and divers from the Tolmin Rescue Service were present at the scene.
Stops on Slovenian roads, the longest on the Gorenje highway
The article reports on traffic congestion and road closures across various highways and roads in Slovenia. On the Gornji Avtocesta, drivers heading towards Kranjska Gora are advised to take the Jesenice vzhod/Lipce route, which allows only local traffic. Congestion is also noted on the Lesce–Bled road. On the Primorska Avtocesta, delays occur between Kozarje and Dragomerje towards Kopře, and between Unc and Brezovica towards Ljubljana. The Štajerska Avtocesta experiences congestion between Slovenske Konjice and Dramlje in both directions, with occasional tunnel closures. Due to an accident, traffic is restricted on the bypass near Srmin towards Kopře. The main road Kočevje–Petrina is closed in Stalcerje. Detours are available through Gotenice. Additional congestion is reported on the roads Vič–Brezovica, Lucija–Strunjan, Izola–Strunjan, and Šmarje–Koper. From 22:00 onwards, there is a restriction on heavy goods vehicles over 7.5 tons. The Vipava Expressway between Vipava and Sel is closed until Monday at 5:00 due to construction. The Gornji Avtocesta’s Brnik exit is closed until 18:00. The Mežica–Črna road on Koroska is closed until 20:00. The Zagorje–Most road via Sava is closed直至
If you do this in August, your trash will be green and healthy again
The article discusses how homeowners can revive their lawns after a drought by properly aerating the soil. It explains that after prolonged dry periods, rainfall has returned, making it the ideal time to aerate lawns. The article emphasizes that over-fertilizing is unnecessary and potentially harmful, and instead recommends aerating the soil to allow water and nutrients to reach the roots. It provides practical advice on using tools like garden forks or specialized equipment to create small holes in the soil, which helps improve drainage and root health. The process is described as simple and effective, allowing lawns to recover and become healthy again before autumn.
Herlings kicked the engine, but still won, Geyser third
The World Motocross Championship has reached its final quarter, with the 16th of 19 races taking place at the Dutch Grand Prix in Arnhem. Jeffrey Herlings, who could win his 17th race on home soil, faced challenges with his motorcycle in the final lap but still secured first place. In the first race, Tom Vialle started strongest, followed by Dutch rider Kay de Wolf and Herlings, though Herlings had a minor issue early on. Tim Gajser overtook Vialle in the 22nd minute but remained significantly behind the leaders. Herlings finished three seconds ahead of De Wolf, while Gajser was more than 40 seconds behind. The race results show Herlings leading the championship with 770 points, followed by Romain Febvre and Tim Gajser. Meanwhile, in the MX2 class, Jaka Peklaj earned one point after finishing 20th in the first race.
Our neighbors' peaceful afternoon was interrupted by an earthquake: "Very unpleasant"
On Tuesday afternoon, around 12:24, a magnitude 3.1 earthquake was recorded near Split, Croatia, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The epicenter was located 33 kilometers northwest of Split at a depth of 10 kilometers, as reported by the Croatian portal Net.hr. Residents in nearby towns felt the tremors, describing them as short but strong. One resident commented, 'Sinj, kratko in globoko ropotanje. Zelo neprijetno,' translating to 'Blue, short and deep rumbling. Very unpleasant.' Others noted the quake lasted only a few seconds, comparing it to the sound of a heavy truck passing by. Despite its brief duration, the earthquake was strongly felt, with one person exclaiming, 'Ojoj, kakšno tresenje. Kratko, a močno,' meaning 'Oh my, what shaking. Short, but powerful.'
Fuel prices to go higher
The article reports on projected increases in fuel prices in Slovenia, noting that gasoline is expected to rise by over two cents per liter, diesel by approximately four cents, and heating oil by around four cents. Current prices are 1.582 euros for gasoline, 1.857 euros for diesel, and 1.470 euros for heating oil. The price regulation applies to fuels at service stations outside motorways and express roads, but estimates assume unchanged tax rates. The article explains that price fluctuations are difficult to predict due to daily variations and unreliable data on bio-components. It also mentions that state intervention in taxation could affect final prices. Meanwhile, crude oil prices continue to rise, with Brent crude reaching nearly $95 per barrel and Middle Eastern derivatives also increasing, which influence regulated prices in Slovenia. However, these changes do not directly translate to retail prices, as calculations are based on average derivative prices and exchange rates. The article notes that diesel costs are already at the lowest allowed level under EU law, while the government still has some room to lower gasoline prices. Environmental efficiency contributions and CO2
Tragic accident: Lost control of vehicle and hit a tree
A tragic traffic accident occurred on Sunday around 12 PM near Senovo, where a 29-year-old driver lost control of his car while descending a slope due to excessive speed. The vehicle veered off the road, collided with a tree, and rolled over. Despite emergency responders providing immediate assistance, the driver died at the scene due to severe injuries. Police are still investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident. This marks the sixth fatality from traffic accidents within the jurisdiction of the Police Department Novo Mesto this year. Six people have died in traffic accidents in this area so far this year, including two car drivers, a tractor driver, a moped rider, a cyclist, and a pedestrian. In three cases, the cause was inappropriate speed, while other incidents involved improper maneuvering, forcing priority, and incorrect lane or direction of travel. Last year, there were eight fatalities in the same period.
In New York City, a man with clubs beat a 34-year-old man and damaged a gas station.
In the evening of Friday, a fight occurred at a gas station on Belokranjska Street in Novo mesto, Slovenia. According to initial police findings, two suspects, aged 18 and 42, used sticks to assault a 34-year-old man inside the gas station's shop, causing damage to the premises. The participants in the altercation and employees at the station sustained minor injuries, according to the Novo mesto Police Department. The police were alerted around 7:30 PM and identified the involved individuals, who know each other. The 34-year-old was reportedly on the terrace of a nearby guesthouse when the suspects arrived and a dispute arose. He fled into the shop, where the suspects followed him and assaulted him with sticks, damaging the interior. Rescue workers treated those injured, though the employee suffered only minor injuries and did not require medical attention. The police continue their investigation into the circumstances of the violent act and minor bodily harm, and will take action against the suspects based on all collected information.
Minister at the Day of Remembrance for the Victims of Totalitarian and Authoritarian Regimes: "Remembrance of the victims must not be selective"
On August 23, Europe commemorates the victims of all totalitarian and authoritarian regimes. In Slovenia, this day has been observed since 2012, coinciding with the signing of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact between Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union in 1939, which led to the start of World War II. The article highlights the suffering caused by the pact, war, and subsequent occupation, repression, deportation, and violence across Europe and beyond. European Commission officials, including Henna Virkkunen and Michael McGrath, emphasized that democracy and peace were not self-evident but secured through courage, sacrifice, resistance, and defiance. President of the Republic of Slovenia Nataša Pirc Musar called for remembering victims as a shared responsibility to prevent history from repeating itself. Education Minister Borut Rončević noted that Slovenia experienced violence under all three totalitarianisms, particularly communism, leaving deep and lasting scars. He stressed that remembrance of victims should not be selective, as every victim deserves a name, grave, memory, and human dignity, and democratic society must have the courage to confront history fully, without embellishment, oм
Anamarija Lampić has brought the good news!
Anamarija Lampič, prva zvezdnica slovenske biatlonske reprezentance, je sporočila, da s partnerjem Boštjanom Klavžarjem pričakuje prvega otroka, kar bo pomenilo, da bo izpustila sezono 2026/27. Na svojih družbenih omrežjih je objavila fotografijo v kopalkah z zaobljenim trebuščkom in zapisal: 'Dobro jutro, svet. Letos bo sezona nekoliko drugačna in pika.' Novica ni bila popolnoma nepričakovana, ker je preteklosti razbrati, da si želi družino. Lampič je že vrsto let v razmerju z Klavžarjem, ki je bil pred tem tekač in nato trenér. V slovenski vrsti se vpraša, kako bo materinstvo vplivalo na njen športski potek. V štiriletni biatlonski karieri ima dve uvrstitvi na oder za zmagovalke v svetovnem pokalu. Profimedia navaja primere drugih tekmovalk, kot so Justine Braisaz-Bouchet, Anastazija Kuzmina, Anais Chevalier Bouchet, Marie Dorin Habert, Paulina Batovska Fialkova, Jannine Hettich Walz, Baiba Bendika in Darja Domračeva, ki so se po porodu vrnile v šport.
Slovenians increasingly demanding: a good job is no longer just a good salary
The article reports on a survey conducted by the employment portal 'Moje delo' which highlights changing priorities among Slovenians when choosing a job. Despite growing pessimism about the future of the labor market, employees increasingly value work-life balance, flexible working conditions, and personal well-being over salary alone. Key factors influencing job satisfaction include a positive work environment, proximity to home, part-time options, and flexibility. The survey reveals that 42% of respondents seek new jobs primarily due to better working conditions, while 10% cite overwork and dissatisfaction with their current role. Additionally, 73% rely on personal connections when searching for new opportunities, indicating a shift towards more social networking in career transitions.
Iva, a 25-year-old Belgian woman, came to Maribor for love: She finally found a career she didn't expect
Iva, 25-letna ženska iz Beograda, je preselitev v Maribor predstavljal nov začetek, ki je postal del njenega življenja. Prišla je v mesto zaradi ljubezni, a najdemo, da je vključevala prilagoditev k drugačnemu ritmu življenja in kulturi. Kljub začetnim izzivom, kot so razlike v reakciji lokalne publike na dogodke in različni slog gostinstva, se je Iva v Mariboru počutila sprejeta. Njeno delo v gostinstvu, ki je začelo z naključjem, je postalo osnova za njen nov život. Njena izobraževanje v ekonomiki in marketingu je bilo dopolnitev njenega profesionalnega razvoja, medtem ko je njen pridih v Mariboru pomenil prilagoditev k slovenščini, ki je bila podobna njegovi domači jeziku, a z nekaterimi razlikami.