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The front page of Plusinfo, a North Macedonian news website, features several domestic stories, including an upcoming cultural event celebrating 35 years of independence, a report on increased foreign tourism, and news on heatwaves and thunderstorms. It also covers local crime incidents in Skopje…
A cultural caravan named 'Bright Day' begins in Ohrid, featuring music, acting, and dance performances to tell the story of North Macedonia's 35 years of independence, culminating in a grand musical spectacle in Skopje on September 8th. The caravan will visit 11 cities across the country.
North Macedonia has seen a 23.6% increase in foreign tourists in the first five months of the year, with a 40% rise in air traffic, positioning the country as an attractive destination. Overnight stays also increased by 18.7% compared to last year.
According to the Hydrometeorological Service Administration, sunny and very hot weather will continue in the coming days, with low to moderate cloudiness during the day. Temperatures are expected to reach 39 degrees Celsius, with a possibility of short-lived rain.
Skopje police have resolved two violent incidents, including a stabbing that left a 38-year-old man with severe injuries after an argument. Another case involved a wife and daughter being attacked with a hard object.
Former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban was seen on vacation in Drachevo, reportedly taking selfies with locals and enjoying traditional food, showing no signs of being bothered by political matters.
The Minister of Interior, Oliver Spasovski, expressed expectation that the fire in Kriva Palanka will be brought under control. The extinguishing efforts, which involve all services, have been ongoing for over 15 hours.
Large groups of 'sea cauliflower' jellyfish have reappeared on the Slovenian coast of the Adriatic Sea. The unusual jellyfish is described as having a gelatinous, cauliflower-like appearance.
Three young men and two young women, aged 14 to 17, have been apprehended in connection with the beating death of a man in Plovdiv. The group allegedly identified themselves as 'pedophile hunters'. The investigation is ongoing.
