Mövenpick Opens First Coastal Hotel in Croatia Kvarner Bay July 2026
Swiss hospitality brand Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts is opening its first coastal property in Croatia. The Mövenpick Hotel & Residences Kvarner Bay is scheduled to open near Novi Vinodolski in July 2026, bringing world-class luxury to the stunning Kvarner Bay coastline. The premium brand, part of the global Accor group, has been expanding across Europe…
Cyprus Beach Lifeguard Shortages Raise Summer Safety Concerns
As summer heats up across Cyprus, lifeguard shortages continue to affect the islands beaches, with the most acute staffing gaps reported in Limassol and Paphos. The interior ministry confirmed the ongoing crisis on Friday, raising serious safety concerns for beachgoers heading into the peak summer season. Andreas Karvounis, an officer with the ministrys beach safety…
Cyprus Agri-Tech Matchmaking Initiative Opens Doors for Innovation
The Cyprus Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Keve) has launched a June initiative inviting agri-food and agri-tech stakeholders to join the European NEXTCHAIN matchmaking platform, creating new opportunities for innovation and cross-border collaboration across the island and beyond. As the coordinator of Enterprise Europe Network Cyprus and a member of the Digital Innovation Hub Cyprus,…
Bulgaria Braces for Major Summer Heat Wave — Temperatures to Hit 38°C
Bulgaria is officially entering its first major summer heat wave of 2026, with meteorologists warning that temperatures will soar between 30°C and 35°C across most of the country over the coming days. In some areas, the mercury could climb as high as 38°C, making this one of the hottest periods Bulgaria has experienced in recent…
QS World University Rankings 2027: Bulgarian Universities Make the List
The latest QS World University Rankings for 2027 have been announced, and once again Bulgarian universities have secured their place among the world top institutions. According to the ranking published by Quacquarelli Symonds (QS), Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski and the Technical University of Sofia both feature in the prestigious list. This year ranking saw…
Why Is Bosnia and Herzegovina Called BIH at the World Cup?
If you have been following the 2026 FIFA World Cup, you may have noticed something unusual about Bosnia and Herzegovina’s team listing. Instead of the full country name, scoreboards, TV graphics, and official FIFA documents consistently display a three-letter code: BIH. What Does BIH Stand For? BIH is the internationally recognized three-letter country code for…
From Poker Pro to World Cup Coach: Sergej Barbarez Leads Bosnia
When Sergej Barbarez took charge of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national football team, few could have predicted the journey that lay ahead. From professional poker player to World Cup coach, Barbarez has brought a unique blend of strategic thinking, calculated risk-taking, and unwavering determination to the helm of the national side. A Career Unlike Any…
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