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Midweek, Pope Francis's body has been moved from his residence in the Vatican to lie in state at St Peter's Basilica, for mourners to pay their final respects. Entry was due to stop yesterday, but opening hours were extended to accommodate the large crowds gathered outside the church.
4 min • 25. 04. 2025
Pope Francis died on Easter Monday. The official cause of death was a stroke and heart failure. He was born in Argentina and served as pope for 12 years. Pope Francis will be most remembered for his compassion and concern for the poor and marginalized. Photo: Reuters
3 min • 23. 04. 2025
Independent scientists have found strong evidence of life on a distant planet. The chemicals associated with life have been detected by Nasa's powerful James Webb Space Telescope.
2 min • 18. 04. 2025
The Los Angeles Lakers are back in the playoffs. They finished the season with 50 wins. Their opponent in the 1st round of the playoffs will be the Minnesota Timberwolves. Photo: AP
4 min • 14. 04. 2025
After the European Union planned to impose countermeasures next week in response to US tariffs on steel and aluminum imports, Brussels decided to pause them. The move followed US President Donald Trump's decision on Wednesday to freeze the increase in so-called reciprocal tariffs for 90 days.
4 min • 11. 04. 2025
Slovenia’s cycling sensation Tadej Pogačar has done it again—claiming victory at the legendary Tour of Flanders on Sunday in spectacular fashion.
1 min • 07. 04. 2025
As part of the Africa Day celebrations the African Association in Maribor is preparing an African Cuisine Workshop in Maribor. The goal is to present different dishes from across the continent and showcase African culture and music. We talk to Marius and Juliana to find out more...
3 min • 02. 04. 2025
The European Commission said on Wednesday, that Europe should enhance stockpiling of critical equipment and encourage the public to maintain sufficient supplies for at least 72 hours in case of emergencies.
3 min • 28. 03. 2025
Thousands came out in Belgrade to protest against a real estate project at the site of the ruined military headquarters in Belgrade, which was bombed by NATO in 1999. The project is to be financed by US President Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner, whose firm plans to build a luxury hotel at the site. The protest coincided with the 26th anniversary of the NATO bombing of Yugoslavia. Photo: EPA
2 min • 26. 03. 2025
Nine European countries, including Slovenia, made immediate offers of assistance to North Macedonia following a deadly fire on Sunday morning via the EU Civil Protection Mechanism. Slovenia was set to take in up to four burn victims injured.
4 min • 19. 03. 2025
Slovenia marked Digital Cleanup Day by kicking off a 14-day digital cleanup campaign. It aims to raise awareness about digital pollution, encouraging individuals and companies to declutter and restructure their online presence. Radio Si spoke to Katja Sreš from Ecologists Without Borders, who says it's the easiest cleanup campaign in the world, which can be done by anyone. Photo: Pixabay
3 min • 17. 03. 2025
The world's most famous dog show closed at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, UK, on Sunday. More than 20,000 dogs from across the world, covering more than 200 breeds, and about 150,000 people, appeared there over the four days. The event culminated with the best in show competition. This year, the title went to a whippet from Venice, Italy.
2 min • 14. 03. 2025
Slovenia very successful at Nordic World Ski Championships
3 min • 10. 03. 2025
At the 97th Academy Awards "Anora" won a total of 5 Oscars, including Best Picture award. The film’s director Sean Baker, became the first person to win 4 Oscars in one night for the same film – for directing, editing, writing, and producing "Anora". The film also received the Best Actress award, which went to newcomer Mikey Madison. Photo: Reuters
5 min • 05. 03. 2025
The ÖVP, SPÖ and NEOS have agreed on a three-party coalition in Austria
2 min • 28. 02. 2025
Slovenia's national basketball team successfully qualified for the next EuroBasket, which will be held between the 27th of August and the 14th of September. In the last couple of matches Slovenia introduced a number of new young faces in the team, and analysts say the next European basketball championship might be the last big tournament for a number of key players who are expected to retire from international basketball after this year's EuroBasket. Photo: Fiba.com
3 min • 26. 02. 2025
On Sunday, the 61st Munich Security Conference wrapped up. It was obvious that the US and Europe were at odds on many issues, especially about security and ending the war in Ukraine.
4 min • 19. 02. 2025
High schools and faculties around the country held their annual open doors days for future students. In the next school year Slovenia's high school will have 26.008 openings. Meanwhile, Slovenia's universities will accept 20.442 new students, while other higher education institutions will have around 12.000 available spots. Photo: BoBo
3 min • 17. 02. 2025
The field of artificial intelligence development has long been dominated by the U.S. and Europe. Recently, however, AI research has become more collaborative across countries outside of the West. This week, EU has launched a huge AI investment push, saying the race is far from over.
4 min • 14. 02. 2025
Nova Gorica-Gorizia-European Culture Capital
2 min • 10. 02. 2025
