Slovenia's only nuclear power plant has obtained an environmental permit, a prerequisite for extending its lifespan by 20 years, until 2043; the permit was issued by the Ministry of the Environment and Spatial Planning

An exhibition marking the 40th anniversary of the first successful in vitro fertilisation pregnancy in Slovenia was opened in the atrium of the University Medical Center in Ljubljana

Returning to its full format, the 24th feminist and queer festival Red Dawns opened with a performance by visual artist Tatiana Kocmur at the Alkatraz Gallery in Ljubljana, which will be dedicated to all victims of sexual violence

Slovenian firefighters have become the latest group to demand higher pay, saying they are disappointed with the work of the government, saying it shows interest in firefighters 'only when it needs' them

Maribor was named the third best destination in Europe this year in a survey by European Best Destinations; the city was also named the best culinary destination in Europe