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Founded: 1991
Ownership
STA (Slovenska tiskovna agencija) is Slovenia's national news agency, established on 20 June 1991 just before independence. It is a limited-liability company (d.o.o.) that is 100% owned by the Republic of Slovenia, with the state as founder and the Government Communication Office (UKOM) acting on the state's behalf for the public-service contract. Its operation is governed by a dedicated Act on the Slovenian Press Agency (ZSTAgen, in force since 2011).
Funding
STA is funded by the state budget for its public-service mandate via an annual public-service contract between the government (through UKOM) and STA (on the order of around two million euros per year), supplemented by commercial revenue from selling its news service and subscriptions to media and other clients. The public-service financing was the subject of a high-profile funding standoff with the Janša government in 2020–2021.
Affiliation & stance
As a wholly state-owned national agency performing a statutory public service of accurate, impartial reporting, STA is by law required to be politically neutral, though its state funding has repeatedly been a point of political pressure. Because it is 100% state-owned and operates as a public-service press agency, it is correctly classed STATE.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
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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
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
The Court of Justice of the EU confirms that Google acted unlawfully
The European Court of Justice has upheld a record fine of €4.1 billion imposed on Google by the European Commission in 2018 for breaching competition rules and abusing its dominant market position. The court rejected Google's appeal against this decision. According to the Consumer Association of Slovenia (ZPS), this ruling represents a significant victory for consumers, confirming that large technology companies cannot abuse their power to eliminate competition and limit consumer choice. One pillar of Google's business model is its Android operating system, which is open-source but does not include Google-owned applications like the Play Store, Google Maps, and Chrome. Manufacturers and telecom operators had to enter agreements with Google to install these services, which included conditions that limited competition and consumer choice. Critics argue that this practice hindered the development of alternative versions of Android.
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.
Arso issued new warnings: look what's coming.
On Saturday, Slovenia experienced a storm that caused several incidents related to bad weather, including flooded underpasses in Ljubljana and trees being uprooted by strong winds. The Environment Agency issued heat warnings for today due to high thermal stress, with thunderstorms expected in the afternoon. Meteorologists predict sunny and warm weather today, with isolated thunderstorms in the afternoon. A light breeze will blow along the coast. Temperatures will range from 29 to 33°C, reaching up to 36°C in Gorizia and Slovenian Istria. Tomorrow will be sunny and hot, with possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. The lowest morning temperatures will range from 14 to 20°C, while the highest daily temperatures will reach 29 to 33°C, up to 36°C on the coast. High thermal stress will persist in lowland areas, particularly along the coast and in larger cities. On Tuesday and Wednesday, mostly sunny weather is expected, with possible thunderstorms in the afternoon. A light breeze will blow along the coast. Today marks the beginning of the astronomical summer, characterized by the summer solstice—the longest day of the year. In Ljubljana, the day will last almost 16 hours, making it a合适
The best shooter who hasn't found his way to the goal in a long time.
The article discusses Cristiano Ronaldo's performance at the World Cup in Qatar, where he struggled to find the back of the net despite being a central figure in Portugal's attack. Under coach Fernando Santos, Portugal faced challenges in the knockout stages, particularly against Morocco, which they failed to overcome. Despite being substituted earlier in the match, Ronaldo could not break his goal drought and was unable to secure a win for Portugal. The article reflects on past performances, including Ronaldo's emotional moment during a penalty shootout against Spain at the European Championship and his role in Portugal's historic victory over France. It also mentions Portugal's upcoming matches in Group K and highlights the departure of defender Pepe from international football, with Ronaldo now serving as captain. There is growing pressure on the coaching staff to consider alternatives to Ronaldo in the lineup.
Four injured in forest fire in Portugal
An article from STA.si reports that four people were injured in a forest fire in Portugal. The headline states 'V gozdnem požaru na Portugalskem štirje poškodovani,' which translates to 'Four Injured in Forest Fire in Portugal.' The article provides a brief update on the incident but does not elaborate on further details such as the cause of the fire, the extent of the damage, or any ongoing response efforts. As this is a straightforward report of an event without additional commentary or context, it remains neutral in tone.
Zakaj se opozicijski poslanci bojijo preiskave o Black Cube?
The parliamentary investigation into the Black Cube affair, which involved allegations of illegal financing of political parties, was rejected during a session of the National Assembly on Tuesday. The investigation had initially aimed to look into claims that the Slovenian Democratic Party (SDS) ordered surveillance and recordings implicating individuals linked to the previous government in deep-state activities. However, the investigation was halted due to the failure to confirm the agenda of the extraordinary session. Left-wing opposition members, including those from the Freedom Party (LS), Social Democrats (SD), and the Left (Leva), contributed to the rejection by either not attending or abstaining from voting. Notably, prominent figures such as Robert Golob and Matjaž Han did not attend the session. The recordings from the Black Cube scandal implicated several high-profile individuals, including former Justice Minister Dominika Švarc Pipan, who claimed that then-Prime Minister Robert Golob still exerted significant influence over GEN-I, despite his formal resignation. These revelations were seen as exposing deep-state operations involving politicians like Zoran Janković and ex
Malkovich and Modrić in a new promotional video for Croatia
A new promotional video featuring actor John Malkovich and Croatian footballer Luka Modrić has been released to promote Croatia. The spot aims to highlight the country's attractions and cultural appeal, leveraging the global recognition of both Malkovich and Modrić. The video is part of a broader marketing campaign designed to boost tourism and national image. It showcases iconic Croatian locations and emphasizes the nation's rich heritage and modern appeal. The collaboration between a high-profile international actor and a renowned athlete underscores Croatia's efforts to enhance its visibility on the world stage.
Crane police are using a photo robot to search for a missing man.
The article reports that police in Kranj are using a photo robot to search for an unknown individual. The incident highlights the use of technology in law enforcement efforts to identify missing persons. No further details about the person being sought, the circumstances of their disappearance, or any recent developments are provided. The focus is on the method employed by the police rather than the broader implications or context of the case.
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
About the STAfoto
The article titled 'O STAfoto' from STA – Slovenska tiskovna agencija appears to be a brief mention or introduction related to 'STAfoto,' which likely refers to a photo agency associated with STA. The content provided is minimal and does not offer substantial information or context about the subject. No detailed discussion or analysis is included, making it difficult to assess the framing or political charge of the piece.
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