News roundup - Saturday, 1 July

President congratulates Croatia on EU accession anniversary

LJUBLJANA - President Nataša Pirc Musar congratulated Croatia on the 10th anniversary of its EU accession. "Together we are continuing along the path heading toward a strong Europe and a European future for the Western Balkans," she tweeted.

Fmr Slovenian and Croatian presidents mark Croatia's EU accession anniversary

METLIKA - Former presidents of Croatia and Slovenia, Jadranka Kosor and Borut Pahor, met on the Metlika-Jurovski Brod border crossing to mark the 10th anniversary of Croatia's EU membership. Addressing the event, Pahor said that Croatia's accession to the EU had been in the hands of the Slovenian nation, referring to the border arbitration referendum in 2010.

Najevnik Tree debate critical of govt's neglect of periphery

ČRNA NA KOROŠKEM - The traditional political gathering under the Najevnik Tree near Črna na Koroškem in northern Slovenia heard criticism of governments in Ljubljana for neglecting the periphery. The mayor of Črna na Koroškem, Romana Lesjak, expressed regret that many invitees did not attend the event.

Foreign Ministry advises caution to those travelling to France

LJUBLJANA - Due to mass protests, the Foreign Ministry advised caution to Slovenians who are currently in France. The ministry advises heeding instructions from the local authorities, following the news and avoiding crowds. Moreover, ministry noted that public transportation may be disturbed.

Docu brings to life extraordinary story of world-famous children's choir

TRBOVLJE - Hungry, Barefoot and Famous (Lačni, bosi in slavni, 2022), a documentary about a little-known children's choir from Trbovlje, once declared better than the legendary Vienna Boys' Choir, is being screened at the Kamerat festival of working class film this weekend. It shows the story of children who lived in utter poverty but became global stars for a while in the 1930s.

Summer language courses draw descendants of Slovenian emigrants

LJUBLJANA - Like every summer, a number of language courses will be organised around Slovenia, targetting above all the descendants of Slovenian emigrants. Filled with fun activities, the programmes are also a lovely way to spend a part of the summer and make new friends.