SloveniaOwnership & classification
Founded: 2014
Ownership
Portal Plus (+Portal, plusportal.si) was founded in 2014 by Boris Meglic, with Dejan Steinbuch taking over as editor (and effective owner, having received the outlet via a gift agreement) in June 2015. It is published by a small independent web-media entity (variously listed as NSM / 'neodvisni spletni medij, d.o.o.' and the civil-society Zavod Gibanje odgovornih), with Steinbuch as the controlling figure and Tilen Majnardi among responsible editors.
Funding
Financed predominantly by private donations from readers and supporters, with only minimal advertising revenue. No party or state ownership funding is declared.
Affiliation & stance
An investigative and opinion outlet with a conservative, government-critical-to-right-leaning editorial voice, but owned and run by individual journalists/a civil-society institute rather than by a party, church or the state. With no formal party or state control, it qualifies as INDEPENDENT with a CENTER_RIGHT lean.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Lean Conservative
- Measured from coverage
- Lean Progressivebased on 84
77/100
Factual
63/100
Objective
89
Articles
89
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
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.
Repić has collected 1600 signatures: in the fight for the mayor of Ljubljana
The article reports that Repić has collected 1,600 signatures in support of his candidacy for mayor of Ljubljana. The headline suggests he is entering the race against incumbent Mayor Zoran Jankovič. The piece highlights the growing interest in the election, indicating that Repić's campaign is gaining traction among voters.
Excessive "empowerment" of citizens with Israel and Palestine does not yet benefit the opposition
Recent public opinion polls indicate that political dynamics have not changed significantly after the elections, with the opposition seemingly receiving little positive attention. The first public opinion surveys regarding upcoming referendums suggest that there is no substantial improvement for the opposition. The article notes that the dramatic claims of an 'excessive sending' of citizens to Israel and Palestine, along with allegations of excessive exaggeration about the government's alleged collusion with Israel, do not seem to resonate with the public. However, the author cautions that these polls should be taken with caution, as they completely missed the issue of the voluntary euthanasia referendum.
MEP Mijić: Most of the debts have been paid
Boris Mijič, poslanec stranke Resnice, je v pogovoru za TV IDEA izpostavil, da je večina njegovih dolgov že poplačanega, in da bo preostale obveznosti izpolnil do konca leta. Predstavil je svojo situacijo kot poslanca, poudarjal svojo moralno dolžnost, da izpolni obljube, in izrazil željo, da bo ostal poslanec. Pogovarjal je o problematiki nelikvidnosti podjetja Progros, ki je prevzel od staršev, ter o svoji udeležbi v procesu reševanja finančnih težav. Omenil je tudi spremembe zakonodaje, ki bi lahko pomagale podjetjem, ki ne plačajo DDV, in zatrdil, da bi to koristilo vsem podjetnikom v Sloveniji. Priznal je, da je predsednik stranke Zoran Stevanović plačal del njegovih obveznosti, vendar ni potrjeval sodelovanja pri poslovanju njegove žene.
When the weight of the referendum ideology makes even a doctor of science "crazy"
The article discusses the final week before a constitutional referendum in Slovenia, highlighting concerns over misinformation in the campaign. It contrasts advisory referendums on topics like public broadcasting and social assistance, which are seen as clear-cut issues, with the current constitutional referendum on parliamentary investigation, which is described as historically misleading. The author criticizes the lack of legal sanctions against false claims made by activist groups and expresses surprise at the spread of falsehoods by internationally recognized philosopher and doctor of science Slavoj Žižek, questioning whether he has been influenced by uncritical activism or failed to thoroughly review the law.
A slow adaptation to climate change that is costing us billions
The article discusses the impact of extreme weather conditions in Slovenia this year, highlighting concerns over droughts, water shortages, and warnings from ministers about addressing these issues. It notes that while there has been extensive media coverage of these challenges, there has been little information on strategic national plans to address them. The piece expresses skepticism about meaningful action, suggesting that governments may lack both the will and resources to implement effective solutions. It implies that any significant initiatives would likely remain uncertain or delayed.
If the government continues to take unilateral decisions and avoids social dialogue in such large-scale interventions, the Confederation of Public Sector Unions will use all the legal trade union means available
Branimir Štrukelj, predstavnik konfederacije sindikatov javnega sektorja, je oglasil možnost stavke zaradi načrtov vlade za zniževanje števila javnih uslužbencev. V proračunih za leta 2027 in 2028, ki jih vlada obravnava, so kadrovski načrti predvideli zmanjšanje delovne sile, razen za nekatere izjeme kot je policija. Štrukelj opozori, da bo konfederacija sindikatov uporabila vse zakonito dostopne sindikalne sredstva, če bo vlada nadaljevala z enostranskimi odločitvami in zanegala socialni dialog.
Once the electoral committees have determined the outcome at the polling stations, they will draw up the minutes and then send them together with all the results for all four referendums to the district electoral commissions, where these results will be entered and then also displayed on the websites of the National Electoral Commission
The article discusses the ongoing digitalization efforts in Slovenia, focusing on the transparent and modern procedures for counting votes around referendums. Igor Zorčič, a completely independent director of the State Electoral Commission (DVK), explains these processes. He previously served as the president of the National Council and was a member of the Slovenian Democratic Party (SMC). The article highlights the steps taken by electoral commissions to ensure transparency, including the compilation of records and the submission of results to local election committees for verification and public display on the website of the State Election Commission.
How Western technology is helping to covertly recruit Russian military personnel
The article discusses how Russia is using Western technology platforms and social networks to covertly recruit soldiers, particularly targeting individuals in less developed countries such as Africa, Asia, and Belarus. It highlights that these recruitment efforts are disguised as job opportunities, offering attractive work environments and financial incentives, while often misleading candidates with low wages. The article notes that this method allows Russia to circumvent traditional recruitment challenges caused by significant losses in Ukraine and a shortage of domestic volunteers.
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[VIDEO] Dušan Smodej breaks the silence: I sympathize with the Left, Luka Mesec uses cocaine
The article reports on an exclusive interview with Dušan Smodej, a former star of leftist 'cultural' circles and main actor in the photobooth scene, who has now spoken out publicly about his knowledge of Luka Mesec's cocaine use. Smodej confirms that Mesec uses cocaine and claims he personally witnessed him taking the drug. He also states that Asta Vrečko asked him to pretend they didn’t know each other. Smodej explains that he was previously pressured to remain silent, allegedly by Mesec himself, but decided to speak out after experiencing stress within the Left. He emphasizes that while he does not accuse Mesec of wrongdoing, he believes the situation highlights internal tensions within the group. The article notes that Smodej denies any wrongdoing or inappropriate relationships at his parties, though he acknowledges heavy alcohol and drug use occurred.
What drove the astonishing economic growth in the first half of this year?
The article discusses Slovenia's surprising economic growth in the first half of the year, noting a 5% increase in the second quarter and 4.1% overall compared to the same period last year. This growth surprised all economic analyses, as predictions from institutions were lower. Slovenia ranked among the top EU countries in growth. The Statistical Office explained that domestic consumption was a major contributor, while the negative impact of the trade balance due to higher imports was noted. However, the article highlights methodological issues in calculating GDP growth using the expenditure approach, particularly in small economies. It explains that imported components in consumption affect GDP calculations, and that the statistical office does not adjust for this in the same way larger economies do. The article uses examples like car purchases and infrastructure projects to illustrate how import-driven consumption can distort GDP figures, suggesting that reported growth might not reflect true economic expansion.
Helpful Forecasts From the Unpopular Ursula
The article critiques Ursula von der Leyen’s State of the Union address, highlighting her ambitious but vague proposals for the European Union. It points out that many of her goals, such as potential Canadian membership, increased AI integration, and climate adaptation, lack concrete operational plans. The author argues that these promises are overly optimistic and unrealistic, suggesting they resemble wishful thinking rather than actionable strategies. The piece also criticizes the absence of clear timelines, responsible parties, and practical implementation steps for initiatives like a common European fire service and restrictions on children’s access to social media. The tone implies skepticism toward von der Leyen’s vision, comparing it to past political figures.
In public tenders, we have optimised the process so that instead of 30 employees, it is now carried out by 3 employees.
The article discusses Minister for Internal Affairs and Public Administration Franci Matoz's response to claims by the public sector union that there are too many employees in the public administration. Matoz stated that the process for public tenders has been optimized, reducing the number of staff needed from thirty to just three. This statement was made in response to criticisms regarding the efficiency and size of the public workforce.