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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.
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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.
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The city of Maribor is set to open an exhibition titled '50 Years of Sweet Memories: The Story of Maribor's Lastovka' on July 3, 2026, which will remain open throughout the summer. The exhibition was conceived by curator Jan Malec, who explained that the idea originated from local community resistance against the privatization of the building six years ago. Today, around 90% of the exhibits come from stories shared by citizens and visitors, many of whom visit specifically because of Lastovka, a beloved local ice cream shop. Malec noted that Lastovka has been a long-time partner, having sponsored the renovation of the Trafika building and maintaining a friendly relationship with the museum. The exhibition will feature a mix of photographs, historical facts, and artifacts, including a 20-year-old hat and the first ice cream vending machine. The Lastovka family's history dates back to 1923, with their operations beginning in Maribor in 1969 with a single ice cream machine. Over the decades, the family business expanded into a successful enterprise now managed by the third generation. The exhibition aims to highlight both the historical significance and the cultural impact of Lastovka,
More than 250 events, including 99 concerts, with 12 venues already sold out
The mayor of Maribor, Aleksander Saša Arsenovič, thanked the team at the National House for their three decades of cultural care in the city, highlighting the creativity of the festival and its role in revitalizing historical infrastructure and boosting local tourism. The National House director, Vladimir Rukavina, announced the start of the event with his traditional slogan, emphasizing the beginning of the summer season at Lent. The festival will feature 254 events across 27 venues, including 99 concerts spread over 26 different program categories. Artists from 31 countries will perform, with film creators representing an additional 11 nations. Twelve paid events have already sold out, indicating high public interest. The main stage at Leon Štuklj Square will serve as the central hub, hosting a variety of musical genres and generations of audiences. Opening events include the Symphony Stomp by Austrian percussion group Louie's Cage Percussion and the Maribor Philharmonic Orchestra, followed by performances by Dubioza Kollektiv, Laibach, and others. Additional venues like the Minorites and Oder OTP will host diverse acts, including jazz and world music.
A unique specimen of this insect was found in Austria
In June, a researcher from the Austrian nature conservation organization Naturschutzbund discovered a rare white butterfly in Beljak, Austria. This particular butterfly has an unusual pinkish coloration due to a rare genetic mutation called erythrism, which causes the production of red pigments while lacking dark pigments. The pink coloration occurs only if the butterfly inherits the mutated gene from both parents. Since this mutation is extremely rare in nature, such butterflies are very uncommon. However, this unique coloring makes them more vulnerable to predators compared to the typical green or brown butterflies, which are better camouflaged. The specimen found is still in its nymph stage, making it difficult to determine the exact species.
The class for himself: the wimp before the Tour has increased the advantage over Vingegaard
Tadej Pogačar currently leads the cycling rankings with 11,593 points, significantly ahead of Jonas Vingegaard, who has 8,625 points and won last year's Giro d'Italia. Pogačar's teammate Isaac del Toro ranks third with 5,340 points. Pogačar recently secured three stages and a team victory at the Swiss race, preparing him for his upcoming Tour de France campaign, where he aims to win his fifth overall title, matching a record. In the all-time weekly ranking, Pogačar is 248th, while his compatriot Primož Roglič holds the second spot with 75 weeks at the top. Roglič has climbed three places to become the 43rd best cyclist globally. Other Slovenian cyclists like Matej Mohorič and Jakob Omrzel are among the top 200 riders and will likely compete at the national championships. Slovenia's top eight cyclists have enough combined points to secure fourth place in the national standings, behind Belgium, Denmark, and France. In women's cycling, Dutch rider Demi Vollering leads with 6,705 points, followed by Spanish rider Paula Blasi and another Dutch cyclist Anna van der Breggen. Slovenian cyclist Urška Žigart, after suffering a jaw fracture during the Swiss race, has dropped to 37th in the U2
Radiologists in Maribor signed a group resignation, then a reversal
In the morning, the University Clinical Center (UKC) in Maribor announced that interventional radiologists had refused to sign new employment contracts, instead collectively signing a resignation letter. They demanded the resignation of the general director and chief medical officer, which reportedly failed to be addressed. However, there was a reversal as Health Minister Tadej Ostrc brought good news, stating that after talks with the interventional radiologists, an agreement was reached. The minister assured that people would not be left without essential healthcare services. Earlier in May, seven interventional radiologists had resigned, citing unpaid readiness status. The hospital director Vojko Flis confirmed the resignations, while former head of the department Jernej Lučev stepped down. Radiologists claimed they had been unable to reach an agreement with management for over a year, but Flis denied this, expressing hope for resolution despite warnings of no capacity. On July 1st, radiologists were supposed to sign new contracts but instead signed the resignation letters. The UKC stated that all parties had committed to an agreement where radiologists would be paid per case,分级
Has the Constitutional Court disregarded the rule of law and ruled in favour of the usurpers of RTV?
The Constitutional Court of Slovenia has reportedly made a decision in the case involving RTV (Radio Television of Slovenia), with five judges voting against two. This decision could be seen as a blow to the rule of law, as critics argue the entire process surrounding the new RTV law has been heavily influenced by politics rather than legal or professional standards. The court previously stated it would not make content-related decisions, which confused many due to the significance of the issue for a key public institution. Two judges were excluded from the decision-making process due to potential conflicts of interest, including President Rok Čeferin, who has ties to a law firm associated with RTV, and Neža Kogovšek Šalamon, who worked at the Peace Institute involved in the referendum campaign related to the RTV law. Critics argue the new RTV law was politically motivated, giving significant influence over editorial policies to a leftist faction. The process was further complicated by legal challenges and lack of broad consensus, with opponents claiming the law allows any ruling party to reshape RTV according to their agenda. The visit of European Commission Vice-President Vera Jú
Morcheeba before performing at Lent Festival with no fanfare: "The world has always been crazy, but now we hear about it all the time"
Morcheeba, the British band known for their signature sound, performed at the Lent Festival in Maribor, Slovenia, promoting their latest album 'Escape the Chaos.' During a press conference before their concert, members Skye Edwards and Ross Godfrey discussed themes of modern life, politics, and music. They described the world as always chaotic but now more openly acknowledged due to constant information overload. The band emphasized that their music serves as a form of relief from this chaos. They also commented on the lack of significant evolution in the music industry over the past 25 years, noting that artists can still create similar music without fear of being outdated. Skye mentioned that songwriting is inspired by personal experiences, particularly love and conflict.
Tomorrow, most of the Hervis offices will be closed, only the offices in Maribor and Ljubljana will be open.
The retail chain Hervis announced that most of its stores across Slovenia will close starting tomorrow, July 6th. This decision follows a review of operations by the new owner, which is a subsidiary of the Austrian sports retailer Hervis. Approximately 250 employees in Slovenia will lose their jobs due to these closures. Only two stores will remain open: one in Maribor's Europark and another in Ljubljana's Citypark. The company expressed gratitude to customers and encouraged them to continue shopping.
We've drawn a line under the first part of the football World Cup: Messi is waiting for Ronaldo
The FIFA World Cup has moved into its second phase, with teams now eliminated and every match carrying significant weight. The first 18 days of the expanded tournament, which includes 48 nations, have delivered exciting moments, with some teams impressing while others disappointing. The introduction of breaks for rest has been expected to bring additional revenue, potentially adding 500 million euros to FIFA’s coffers. Fans have seen more goals than average over the past decade, with 215 goals scored in regular time across three matches. France leads the scoring table with the highest goal difference, maintaining its position among top favorites. Cristiano Ronaldo surpassed Eusebio’s record for Portugal, while Lionel Messi continues to lead the scoring charts with six goals. There is speculation about whether Kylian Mbappé could surpass Messi’s all-time record if he scores 19 goals. The competition promises more thrilling matches, especially between Messi and Ronaldo, though both face challenging paths to the final.
Slovenian charity collects aid for people in Venezuela after devastating earthquake
Slovenia's Caritas has begun collecting funds to assist residents of Venezuela affected by two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 that struck on June 24. The natural disaster caused casualties, injuries, and significant damage to housing and infrastructure. Many people were left homeless and without basic necessities. The situation is further complicated by Venezuela's ongoing political and economic crisis, which has led to widespread poverty and lack of access to food, water, electricity, medicine, and fuel. Caritas Venezuela immediately started helping those affected and called on the international Caritas network for solidarity. Slovenia's Caritas, which has supported humanitarian programs in Venezuela since 2017, responded with a new fundraising campaign. Caritas Venezuela's executive director emphasized the fragility of human life and the need for mutual solidarity, stating that Caritas is present among people to provide comfort and concrete assistance. Staff members are assessing the damage and gathering data on urgent needs. Caritas Venezuela has established a national collection center for clean water, unspoiled food, medicines, and financial contributions. In the几天
Floating Castle Festival on a smaller scale and with a new location, the central event in Ljubljana
The floating city festival, known as 'Plavajoči grad,' has undergone a conceptual change this year, moving from Grad Snežnik to Istrian villages of Truške and Kubed. The event will take place in a smaller format at a new location in Slovenian Istria, featuring 75 musicians from 22 countries. The central event of the summer program includes an international orchestra called Etno Histeria, which creates its entire repertoire without sheet music within five days. This year's highlight is a performance titled 'Requiem for Sara' in Ljubljana, where the orchestra will play on two boats drifting along the river between Zmajski Bridge and Trnovsko Nabrežje. The event honors Sara, a Palestinian girl who previously collaborated with the orchestra but later lost her life in Gaza. The festival also collaborates with artists from Gaza through the Global Art Mobilization collective, aiming to break cultural barriers and build bridges between people.
Analysis: Ljubljana and Celje before and after Maribor
The article presents an analysis of sunscreen usage in Slovenia based on data from June 2026. It calculates the average cost of proper sunscreen application for residents of Ljubljana and Celje versus Maribor, using price comparisons from Shoptok.si and recommendations from dermatological guidelines. The analysis estimates that the average monthly cost for correct sunscreen use in Ljubljana and Celje would be around €54, while in Maribor it would be approximately €43. This difference stems from the number of hot days recorded in June, with Ljubljana and Celje experiencing 15 days above 30°C compared to Maribor’s 12. The calculation assumes a conservative estimate of sunscreen application frequency and includes factors such as SPF requirements and average product prices. However, the article also highlights that actual sunscreen use remains low, citing U.S. Centers for Disease Control data showing only 12.3% of men and 29% of women regularly apply sunscreen for more than an hour of sun exposure. It further notes that sunscreen use tends to be associated more with beach outings than typical urban heatwaves.
Maribor with a new goalkeeper, a representative returning to the People's Garden?
NK Maribor, pod vodičem novinškega športnega direktorja Zlatka Zahovića, nadaljuje z okrepitevijo svojega tima za naslednjo sezonu. Do zdaj so podpisanje novih igralcev Behar Feta in Miha Blažič, medtem ko je danes postal novi vratar Ivan Lainović, srbsko-.hrvaški igralec, produkt mladinske šole Crvene zvezde. Lainović, ki je prišel kot prost igralec, je podpisal triletno pogodbo in izrazil veselje zaradi prestopa, ki ga je označil kot najlepše rojstnodnevno darilo. Klub predstavi še dve novi okrepitvi jutri, medtem ko se razglasi možnost vračanja reprezentanta Žana Karničnika, ki je pred nekaj dnevi zapustil Celje. Zahović je tudi razvijal interes za vračanje Jana Mlakara, ki je bil pred tem v italijanskom klubu Pisa.
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Video: Man sets himself on fire in front of bystanders
An HIV patient receives humiliating treatment at the Maribor Sanatorium
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