SloveniaOwnership & classification
Founded: 2007
Ownership
Žurnal24 is owned by the Austrian Styria Media Group. It began in 2007 as a free print daily launched by Styria's Slovenian subsidiary Žurnal media (the brand grew out of the weekly Žurnal that Styria started in 2003). Styria discontinued the print editions in 2014, after which the zurnal24.si news portal was relaunched under Feniks Media; Styria first took a 35% stake in Feniks Media in February 2019 and has since consolidated control, so the portal now operates under Styria Media si, d.o.o., owned via Styria Media International up to parent Styria Media Group AG in Graz.
Funding
Financed commercially as a free-to-read online newspaper, primarily through digital advertising, with no licence-fee or state-budget funding. It is backed by the resources of its Austrian parent, the Styria Media Group, a foreign (Austrian) private investor.
Affiliation & stance
Žurnal24 has no party, church, union or state ownership; it is a commercially run digital newspaper owned by a foreign private media corporation (Styria), which is why it is classed INDEPENDENT. Its ownership is comparatively transparent (a clear corporate chain to Styria Media Group AG), and it operates as a mainstream general-news outlet without an overt party-political alignment.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
- Measured from coverage
- Centerbased on 543
82/100
Factual
74/100
Objective
991
Articles
991
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
Record price growth: Slovenia at the top of the EU
The article discusses Slovenia's record-high rise in housing prices, noting that the country is at the top of the European Union in this regard. It mentions that detailed semi-annual reports on housing price trends are typically released by the Geodetic Administration of the Republic of Slovenia in September. The current information comes from Eurostat and Surs, which have already reported on the upward trend in prices.
The Mercedes-Benz GLB 250+ EV: the electric SUV that wins
The article discusses the new generation of the Mercedes-Benz GLB 250+ EV, highlighting its technical advancements and convincing electric powertrain. The previous version, known as the EQB, was perhaps launched too early according to the article. Now, the updated model represents a significant evolution, offering improved performance and features that make it more appealing to consumers.
Today's horoscope: Leos will be charismatic, Capricorns will have a moment alone
The article provides horoscopes for each zodiac sign for October 6th, offering personalized predictions about work, relationships, and personal life. Each sign receives advice tailored to their characteristics, such as career opportunities for Ovens, relationship focus for Biks, productivity tips for Dvojčka, financial challenges for Raks, leadership potential for Levs, organizational skills for Devicas, romantic moments for Tehtnice, workplace conflicts for Škorpijons, business expansion prospects for Strelets, and emotional connection for Kozorogs. The content is purely informational and does not present any political or controversial viewpoints.
"He was uncomfortable in the company of older women"
The article discusses the growing presence of older workers in the labor market and highlights their increasing visibility compared to younger generations. It notes that experienced workers often feel uncomfortable in environments dominated by older women, suggesting a generational shift in workplace dynamics. The piece reflects on how aging populations are reshaping employment landscapes across Europe, where older workers are becoming more prominent despite facing challenges related to visibility and comfort in certain professional settings.
The VW Group will recall around 32,000 vehicles to its workshops in Slovenia.
The Volkswagen Group has announced a recall affecting approximately four million vehicles worldwide due to issues with bolts. In Slovenia, around 32,000 vehicles from various brands within the group are included in this service campaign. The article provides a list of affected models and advises drivers who will receive notifications about the recall to bring their vehicles to authorized service centers.
They "earned" 9 million euros from the garbage, among the suspects was an inspector
The article discusses a case involving waste management where individuals were accused of earning €9 million through improper disposal practices. Among those implicated is an inspector. The Ministry of Environment has announced potential reforms based on this case, emphasizing that environmental responsibility should follow the polluter.
This is how executives responded to Ciccone's complaints about inaccurate photofinish
The European Cycling Union has rejected concerns regarding the inaccuracy of the photo-finish system. The article discusses allegations raised by Ciccone about potential inaccuracies in the photo-finish technology used in cycling races. The European Cycling Union responded by dismissing these concerns, indicating they do not believe there is a significant issue with the system's accuracy.
Unemployment Decreases
The article reports on a decrease in unemployment rates in Slovenia during September compared to previous months. As of late September, there were 42,439 registered unemployed individuals, representing a 1.8% decrease from August and a 3.4% decrease from September of the previous year. On average, 44,671 people were registered as unemployed in the first nine months of the year, which is a lower percentage than the same period last year. In September alone, 5,551 new applicants registered for unemployment benefits, marking a 44.1% increase monthly but a 5% decrease compared to the same month last year. Additionally, 4,188 out of 6,343 previously unemployed individuals who were removed from the register found employment or started self-employment, representing a 101.7% increase compared to August and a 0.5% decrease compared to September of the previous year.
A 75-year-old man has been arrested in Split for allegedly causing the death of a Belgrade-bound passenger.
At Split Airport, passengers were evacuated from an Air Serbia flight bound for Belgrade after a 75-year-old man claimed there was a bomb on board, stating he was not joking. The incident occurred just before takeoff, prompting police to enter the aircraft and detain the man. Passengers initially did not know what was happening but later learned of the bomb threat through announcements. Some passengers left the plane out of fear, and the entire aircraft was evacuated for a security check. After the inspection, no explosives were found, and the flight departed with all passengers. The man is now under investigation for allegedly causing a false alarm.
The Belgians lead until the 77th minute, then... disaster!
In the UEFA Nations League, France secured a 4-1 victory over Belgium, while Italy defeated Turkey 3-1. Belgium took an early lead through Lukaku but was overtaken by France in the final 15 minutes. France's Doué and Cherki scored in quick succession, with Olise adding two goals in stoppage time. Italy dominated against Turkey, scoring twice before halftime and again in the second half, though they were briefly equalized. Other matches saw Bosnia-Herzegovina defeat Poland late in the game, Sweden beat Romania, Hungary upset Ukraine, and several other close contests across different leagues.
Janša and Melonijeva to raise relations to the level of a strategic partnership
Prime ministers Janez Janša of Slovenia and Giorgia Meloni of Italy agreed during their meeting to elevate bilateral relations to a strategic partnership level through an action plan focusing on sectors such as defense, energy, connectivity, research, innovation, and culture. They discussed future European Council meetings and structural measures to reduce energy costs for households and businesses. Both leaders emphasized the need for the next multiannual financial framework to support both new priorities of the Union and traditional policies like cohesion and agriculture. They also addressed migration management, including returning migrants and innovative solutions. Janša mentioned that Italy would remove border controls with Slovenia once external EU borders are better secured, particularly between Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The two leaders also exchanged views on priorities for the upcoming European Council session in Brussels, covering competitiveness, Ukraine, the next multiannual financial framework, and the Middle East. Meloni highlighted recent initiatives by Italy and other EU member states aimed at a more pragmatic approach to the energy transition and industry
The European Cycling Federation rejects the Italian's complaints
The European Cycling Union has rejected claims by Italian cyclist Giulio Ciccone regarding the accuracy of the photo finish system used at the European Championships. The union explained that the EtherLynx Vision PRO X system captures thousands of images per second at the finish line, allowing precise determination of race results even with minimal differences. They emphasized that the final image is composed of a sequence of chronological recordings, making time, not distance, the horizontal axis, which could create the illusion of positional errors but does not affect result accuracy. Two independent systems are used to ensure verification. Despite acknowledging Remco Evenepoel’s dominance, Ciccone questioned the fairness of the photo finish decision, demanding access to the exact footage showing the moment both cyclists crossed the finish line. He argued that if the 2.8 thousandths of a second difference determines the winner, the same level of precision should be visible in the footage.
The Bulgarian takes charge of the last-placed Radomlja
The Slovenian football club Radomlje has appointed Radostin Aleksandrov as their new head coach. Aleksandrov brings experience from previous coaching roles, and his appointment marks a change in leadership for the team. The decision was made by the club's management after evaluating potential candidates. This move is expected to influence the team's strategy and performance in upcoming matches.