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Air Serbia Wins Social Impact Award For Giving Children Their “First Flight” Moment
Air Serbia has been recognized at the Campaigns With a Purpose 2025 awards, taking home the top honor in the Social category for its project “My First Flight With Air Serbia – A Trip to Remember.” The initiative, created in partnership with the SOS Children’s Villages Serbia Foundation, set out to give vulnerable children the life-changing experience of boarding…
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The Investment That Becomes the Perfect Gift for Your Child’s Future
In an era defined by uncertainty and rapid change, one question sits at the center of every parent’s mind: How do we secure a safe, stable foundation for our child’s future? For years, Dunav Insurance Company has championed a solution that blends financial foresight with emotional intelligence: scholarship insurance, a long-term investment designed to give children a…
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Air Serbia Reaches Four Million Passengers Milestone Ahead of Schedule
Air Serbia has carried four million passengers since the start of 2025, marking yet another record-breaking achievement for the national airline. The milestone was reached on November 2, nearly two weeks earlier than in 2024, when the same figure was achieved on November 15. The airline attributed this growth to a record October, during which 389,582 passengers traveled on 4,117 flights, representing a 2% increase compared…
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Nikoleta Subert: Life Insurance Is a Quiet Act of Love
In October — a month many associate with savings — we spoke with Nikoleta Subert, Director of the Life Insurance Sales Directorate at Dunav Insurance Company. In a warm and open conversation, we discussed not only numbers and market trends but also the emotion behind the decision to invest in someone’s future — whether it’s…
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Dunav Insurance Company CEO Ivana Soković Leads The Charge For A Better World With A Dedication To Hard Work And Altruism
In the heart of Belgrade, Serbia, Ivana Soković began her remarkable journey with Dunav Insurance Company. Fresh out of the Faculty of Organizational Sciences at the University of Belgrade, she embarked on a path that would ultimately lead her to a leadership role in a traditionally male-dominated industry. Fresh out of the Faculty of Organizational…
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CEO Of Air Serbia Jiri Marek invites Americans to explore the unique blend of history, culture, and natural beauty of captivating destinations Air Serbia has to offer
Can you provide an overview of how Air Serbia has navigated the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, and what strategies have been employed to ensure the airline’s resilience? CEO Jiri Marek: Air Serbia’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic has been marked by resilience and adaptability. We recognized early on that the aviation industry was…
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INTERVIEW
“No Matter What, Our Flag Will Still Be There”: Exclusive Interview With New York Mayor Eric Adams
New York City Mayor Eric Adams arrived at 4 o’clock on the dot for his The Pavlovic Today exclusive interview, exuding a metropolitan savoir-faire and a sharp sensitivity to the city’s beautiful mosaic of diversity. Stepping onto the national political scene amid the pandemic, Adams, once self-described as a “new face of the Democratic Party,”…
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NEW YORK CENTRAL
Mayor Adams On Getting 20,000 Illegal Guns Off Streets For A Safer New York
From the moment I was sworn in as your mayor three years ago, our primary mission has been to create safer streets, safer subways, and a safer city for New York families. That means tackling the issue of gun violence head-on and working to get illegal guns out of the hands of criminals before they…
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Op-Ed By Mayor Eric Adams: Safe Neighborhoods For Every New Yorker
Since day one, this administration has been committed to making New York City a safer, more affordable city. And we have fought to ensure that New Yorkers can pursue their dreams by improving quality of life. New Yorkers have raised their concerns about public safety across the five boroughs — they asked for more cops…
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Op-Ed By NY Mayor: How We Are Supporting Small Business And Working-Class People Through M/WBEs
Since day one, our administration has had a clear mission: build a safer, more affordable city for working-class New Yorkers, and every day, we are delivering on that mission. Jobs are up, our streets are safer with crime down across the city every month this year, and we have a record 183,000 small businesses across…
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SELF-MADE
Marina Schwabic Announces NBA Hall Of Famer Vlade Divac As Headliner For Upcoming Serbian Gala
In the heart of the Golden State, Marina Schwabic, a Serbian lawyer and Harvard Kennedy School of Government graduate has been looking to organize the Serbian Diaspora. For over five years, the A.S.A.P. Foundation she started has been serving as a central point for the Serbian community in the United States, with a primary focus…
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Vuk Karadžić: A Legacy That Lives On
In the heart of the 19th century, a linguistic revolution was taking place in Serbia, led by a visionary named Vuk Karadžić. His contributions to Serbian culture and language are earned him the title of the major reformer of the Serbian language. Vuk Karadžić’s educational journey began in the town of Loznica, where he laid…
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Beyond the Tennis Court: Matija Pecotic’s Lessons in Life and Business
Matija Pecotic’s life unfolds like the pages of a captivating novel—a rich tapestry of cultural experiences woven together by his unique journey. Born in Belgrade, living on the sun-soaked shores of Malta, with Croatian parents, and now embracing his identity as an American, Pecotic’s story is a testament to the richness of cross-cultural immersion. A…
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The Harmonious Fusion: Neda Nikolic’s Journey Into The Interplay Of Serbian And Irish Music
Hailing from Smederevo and raised in Kovin, Neda Nikolic, a gifted frula artist, was fortunate to experience the joys of growing up in a small Serbian town before the digital age took hold. “Comparing it to children today, I would say my childhood was natural,” she reminisced. “We spent our days playing outside, without computers, just enjoying activities like ball games, jumping rope, toys, and games. We had a spacious house with a big backyard, where I cherished moments with…
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Filmmaker Petar Ristovski On the Importance Of Honesty In Artistic Endeavors
Petar Ristovski, a renowned film director, embarked on a remarkable cinematic endeavor with his creation, “King Peter the First.” This cinematic masterpiece delves into the captivating life of King Petar Karadjordjevic the First, a prominent historical figure who reigned as the King of Serbia from 1903 to 1918, and later as the King of Serbs, Croats, and Slovenians from 1918 to 1921. Born in the vibrant city of Belgrade in 1844, Petar Karadjordjevic’s journey unfolds with great intrigue. Following the…
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Milos Bikovic: Serbs Are The Rare Birds Of The World
In the realm of international cinema, there are only a select few who possess the enigmatic ability to captivate audiences with their unparalleled talent. Amongst these luminaries, one name has emerged, shimmering with an effervescent charm and an unmistakable cinematic magnetism – Milos Bikovic. Since his breathtaking debut in the critically acclaimed film “Sunstroke,” the Serbian sensation has swiftly ascended to the pinnacle of stardom, leaving an indelible mark…
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Nikola Tesla’s Astounding Prediction: Wireless Phones Foreseen By The Inventor
In the grand ballroom of the illustrious Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York City, a gathering of prominent individuals eagerly awaited the appearance of the guest of honor, none other than Nikola Tesla himself. It was March of 1908, a time when the world was on the brink of technological marvels yet to be realized. The esteemed Serbian-American inventor had been invited by the Entertainment Club to grace their dinner…
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Unveiling The Intellectual Treasures Of Nikola Tesla
Milos Rastovic, the Culture Editor of The Balkan Voice, delves into the brilliant mind of Nikola Tesla, unearthing a treasure trove of his profound ideas. Through an in-depth exploration of Tesla’s seminal works, “My Inventions” and “Problem of Increasing Human Energy,” Rastovic unveils the visionary thoughts of one of history’s greatest inventors. Shedding light on Tesla’s extraordinary intellect, this captivating exploration promises to reveal untold insights into the boundless…
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From Immigrant To Inventor: Mihajlo Pupin In His Own Words
In the annals of scientific history, there are few individuals who have defied the odds and left a lasting legacy as profound as Mihajlo I. Pupin. With an astonishing tally of 34 patents to his name, Pupin’s multifaceted persona encompassed the roles of scientist, professor, writer, diplomat, humanist, and patriot. In the year 1874, a youthful immigrant, bereft of wealth save for a meager five cents nestled within his…
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Alex Machaskee : My Experience With Serbia Is A Long List Of Missed Opportunities
Alex Machaskee’s family history is a rich tapestry of immigration and adaptation, woven across generations of Serbian Americans. His paternal grandmother, Milica Uzelac, hailed from Glina, Croatia, and married Alexander Macesic upon their arrival in the United States via Baltimore. Their sojourn across the vast expanse of the Atlantic brought them to the shores of…
The Last Farewell To Miroslav Michael Djordjevich
In mournful tones, we announce the passing of Miroslav Michael Djordjevich, a great Serbian-American whose legacy shall live on. This champion of the Serbian cause established the Serbian Unity Congress in 1990 and ascended to its presidency, leaving an indelible mark on the Serbian-American community. In 1990, Djordjevich founded the Serbian Unity Congress and became…
From Mladen Djordje Sekulovic To Karl Malden: Serbian-American Actor Who Conquered Hollywood
Karl Malden carried his Serbian heritage with pride, even as he navigated the often ruthless terrain of Hollywood. He grew up in a Serbian immigrant community in Chicago, and as he accepted his Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in 2004, he made it clear that his roots…