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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
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Factual
51/100
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Recent coverage
Ukraine reports two dead after night attacks by Russia, with the death toll in Kiev rising to 30.
At least two people were killed and eight injured in Russian air strikes on the Sumy region and Kryvyj Rih in Ukraine during the night of Thursday to Friday, according to Ukrainian authorities. This follows a large-scale Russian attack on Kyiv earlier in the week which killed at least 30 people and injured around 100 others. In response to the attacks, Ukraine conducted missile strikes on Belgorod in Russia, causing a fire at an energy facility and killing one woman, according to Russian media. The overnight strike on the city of Romny in the Sumy region hit a residential building, killing two women and injuring a man, reported regional administrator Oleh Hryhorov via Telegram. Another seven people were injured in a missile strike on Kryvyj Rih, according to military city administrator Oleksandr Vilkul. In Kyiv, teams discovered three more dead bodies during the night, bringing the total number of victims to 30, according to Reuters citing Ukrainian health authorities. Kyiv's military administrator Tymur Tkačenko stated that the attack injured 99 people. Moscow claimed the extensive attack was a response to Ukrainian strikes on Russian energy infrastructure, including those carried
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
The amount of gasoline available in Russia is determined by a match between Ukrainian drones and Russian service teams.
The article discusses the impact of Ukrainian drone and missile attacks on Russia's energy infrastructure, leading to severe fuel shortages across much of the country. Two-thirds of Russia's 83 regions now report fuel supply issues, affecting millions of people and threatening the survival of many businesses. The situation is particularly dire in Crimea, where occupation authorities have declared emergency conditions and banned fuel sales. President Vladimir Putin has acknowledged the problem but downplayed its severity, claiming it is not critical and shifting blame onto Russian attacks on Ukraine. Domestic social media is flooded with footage of angry drivers at gas stations, highlighting the growing frustration among Russians. Additionally, India, Russia's largest foreign buyer of crude oil, has announced plans to export refined petroleum back to Russia, indicating a lack of domestic refining capacity due to Ukrainian strikes. Analysts suggest that the availability of fuel in Russia is now determined by the ongoing conflict between Ukrainian drones and Russian maintenance teams.
The secretary of state is said to be under investigation for alleged corruption.
The article reports that a specialized state prosecutor has initiated an investigation into the corruption allegations against Damijan Jaklin, the State Secretary at the Ministry of Infrastructure and Energy, and Zupan of Velika Polana. According to POP TV, the criminal investigators allege that Jaklin abused his position, accepted bribes, and engaged in money laundering related to the construction of an approximately eight million euro section of the Pomurska water pipeline. The report claims Jaklin illegally received over 60,000 euros, mostly in cash, through fictitious contracts and companies used as shell entities. The alleged fictitious contracts involved Serbian construction company MPP Jedinstvo and the company JHP under the leadership of Jane Habjan, who was overseeing the construction project. Habjan allegedly received a 15% commission. The report mentions that investigators had access to SMS messages between the alleged parties and a table describing their alleged conduct, which one of the parties provided and was later found on Habjan’s computer during home searches. Jaklin denied any involvement, stating he was not aware of any proceedings or home searches and claimed他曾
2 July 2026 Disclosed: these are Janševa's plans with state assets and corporate management
The article discusses the proposed National Demographic Fund by the government led by Janez Janša, which aims to transfer billions of euros of state assets into a new fund managed by individuals selected by the government. This includes transferring management of companies like the State Holding Company (SDH), Capital Company (Kapitalska družba), and others under the control of the state. The proposal would end the mandates of current oversight boards and management of these entities prematurely, allowing the government to take over their management. The new fund's supervisory board would consist of nine members, with five appointed by the government on the recommendation of the Ministry of Finance and four elected by the National Assembly, including one nominated by the Association of Pensioners. The article highlights Branko Bračko, a long-time influential member of the SDS party, as a potential leader of the new fund, despite his past role at the financially troubled Unior company.
Slovenian Railways planted a solar future in municipalities
Slovenske železnice so drugo leto zapored izvedle akcijo 'Sejemo sončno prihodnost', kjer so s partnerji iz lokalnih skupnosti posejali skoraj 150 kilogramov sončničnih semen. Akcija je potekala na železniških progah in postajah, z začetkom na svetovni dan čebel v Domžalah, Grosupljem in Ivančni Gorici, nato pa je nadgradila še deset krajev po Sloveniji. Projekt povezuje trajnostno mobilnost, odgovorno ravnanje z okoljem in sodelovanje z lokalnimi skupnostmi. V vsakem kraju so organizirali dogodke, ki so povezali različne generacije in vključevali kulturne aktivnosti, ustvarjalne delavnice in opraševalce. Predstavniki občin so poudarili pomembnost majhnih korakov za odgovoren odnos do okolja. Pobudi so se pridružili tudi znani slovenski športniki in ambasadorji trajnosti, ki so spodbudili skupnost k trajnostnemu načinu delovanja. Akcija je tudi praznila pomembne jubileje v krajih z železniško tradicijo, kot so 150-letnica istrske proge v Divači, 180. obletnica prihoda prvega vlaka na Slovensko v Celju in stoletnica železniškega postajališča Osluševci v Ormožu.
The only thing wrong with RTV Slovenia is that it doesn't respect the law on RTV Slovenia.
The article criticizes RTV Slovenija, a public broadcaster, for allegedly violating the Law on RTV Slovenija by failing to provide objective and impartial information. It argues that employees, including directors and journalists, are not adhering to the law’s requirement of delivering credible and unbiased news, particularly regarding political developments within Slovenia and internationally. The piece claims that the broadcaster has become politically biased, favoring certain politicians and ideologies while marginalizing others, leading to a loss of public trust. This alleged bias is said to result in declining viewership and a growing movement to abolish public funding for RTV Slovenija. The article further suggests that the broadcaster’s programming often caters to ideologically aligned audiences, reinforcing existing beliefs rather than informing the broader public.
During the Holidays - The Way to True Freedom
The article discusses the symbolic act of raising the Slovenian national flag at Mount Triglav, which is considered the highest peak of Slovenia during the country's independence celebration. The author attributes this idea to Jocel Žnidaršič and notes that these photographs were part of a series taken thirteen days before Slovenia's independence, anticipating the birth of an independent state. The piece emphasizes the need for a 'free democratic society' that is incompatible with any form of totalitarianism, arguing that such values must guide all decisions, from daily life to strategic planning. It calls for the removal of monopolies over power, the condemnation of past totalitarian crimes, and the rejection of symbols associated with them. The article also criticizes the presence of totalitarian symbols in public spaces and suggests they should be treated as historical artifacts rather than active elements of modern society.
Putin is out of fuel, waiting for his American friend Witkoff to visit.
The article discusses Vladimir Putin's stance on potential peace talks with American envoy Steve Witkoff regarding the Ukraine conflict. It notes that while Putin has expressed openness to dialogue after resolving issues with Iran, he remains firm on territorial demands, including the entire Donbas region. The U.S., under President Donald Trump, has shifted support towards Ukraine’s territorial integrity, marking a departure from previous alignment with Russia. European nations like France, Britain, and Germany seek to take over mediation efforts, but Russia has rejected their involvement, accusing them of indirectly supporting Ukraine against Russia. Meanwhile, there is growing pressure within the EU to involve more countries in peace negotiations and for the Union itself to assume a mediator role. Analysts suggest that fuel shortages in Russia might not be enough to compel Putin into a ceasefire, citing Iran’s resistance despite heavy damage.
Serbia as China's gateway to Europe
The recent visit of Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić to China marks a new phase in Serbia-China strategic partnership, focusing on technology, robotics, and artificial intelligence, moving beyond traditional infrastructure projects. This visit, which took place from May 24 to 28, 2026, represents one of the most politically and economically significant bilateral activities in recent years. The visit highlights the growing trust between Belgrade and Beijing and Serbia's increasing strategic positioning within China's global economic, technological, and geopolitical architecture. It occurred during a period of accelerated international system transformation, marked by a shift in global power dynamics toward Asia and the rise of multipolar trends. The visit followed symbolic meetings between Chinese leadership and U.S. President Donald Trump and Russian President Vladimir Putin, placing Serbia in a diplomatic space where key parameters of the emerging multipolar order are being shaped. Serbia aims to position itself as a regional technological, logistical, and investment hub and as the most important partner of China in the Western Balkans.
During the Holidays - The Way to True Freedom
The article discusses symbolic actions related to Slovenia's national identity, focusing on the raising of the Slovenian flag on Mount Triglav without the five-pointed star, a gesture associated with the country's independence movement. It reflects on the historical significance of such symbols and their connection to Slovenia's democratic values. The piece emphasizes the importance of establishing a free democratic society, free from any form of totalitarianism, and calls for the removal of symbols and monuments linked to oppressive regimes. It argues that these elements are incompatible with a modern democratic state and should serve as reminders for future generations.
Between values and political opportunism: a reflection on Slovenian policy towards the Middle East conflict
The article discusses the shift in Slovenia's foreign policy toward the Middle East following the government led by Janez Janša reversing policies previously implemented by the government of Robert Golob, which were critical of Israel. The author critiques the previous government's stance, suggesting it was more aligned with moral and value-based positions rather than pragmatic realism. The article highlights concerns over the selective focus on Israeli actions while downplaying violations by groups like Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, as well as the lack of balanced attention to civilian casualties and international legal standards. It questions whether past policies were driven by genuine commitment to values or strategic political calculations ahead of upcoming parliamentary elections.
Anyone who disagrees with the President's speech at the National Day, I disagree with part of the speech, whistling is not allowed. Disagreement is expressed by not applauding the speech.
The article discusses Dr. Vinko Gorenak, the State Secretary in the Prime Minister's Office, who addressed the principles of political etiquette at major state events. He emphasized that disagreement with the President's speech during national celebrations does not justify whistling or other forms of disruptive behavior. Instead, he stated that disagreement should be expressed by not applauding the speech. The article highlights his comments on maintaining decorum at such events.
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