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Bosanski.app Brings Nana to Your Phone: Language, Family, and the Connection to the Homeland
Technology

Bosanski.app Brings Nana to Your Phone: Language, Family, and the Connection to the Homeland

A new app helps families in the Bosnian-Herzegovinian diaspora preserve their language—one conversation with a digital nana at a time.

Sep 3Read more
Mrki, De Niro, and Astoria: The Incredible Story Behind a New York Street
Community

Mrki, De Niro, and Astoria: The Incredible Story Behind a New York Street

One of the most famous streets from the cult film A Bronx Tale now features the sign of Mustafa "Mrki" Mrkulić’s restaurant—a boxer from Sarajevo who once kicked Robert De Niro out of his establishment.

Sep 2Read more
Bosnian Nana Goes Viral in America — and Dedo Is Right There With Her
Culture

Bosnian Nana Goes Viral in America — and Dedo Is Right There With Her

While many influencers invest in expensive equipment and carefully planned content, one Bosnian woman has conquered social media in a completely different way — through honesty, warmth, and love for home cooking.

Jul 16Read more
The Bosnian-American Had No Obligation to Save Željezničar. He Tried Anyway.
Sports

The Bosnian-American Had No Obligation to Save Željezničar. He Tried Anyway.

There is a sentence that Bosnia and Herzegovina has been repeating for thirty years: The diaspora needs to invest. Sanin Mirvić, a successful Bosnian-American entrepreneur, didn''t have to return to Željezničar. But he did—not because he had to, but because he believed he could help.

Jul 6Read more
Bosnia Didn’t Win the World Cup. It Won Hearts in Gaza.
Sports

Bosnia Didn’t Win the World Cup. It Won Hearts in Gaza.

Bosnia and Herzegovina’s World Cup journey ended, but its supporters won something no trophy can buy: the hearts of Palestinian children in Gaza.

Jul 2Read more
Once in a Generation: Why the Match in Seattle is a Historical Moment You Can't Miss
Sports

Once in a Generation: Why the Match in Seattle is a Historical Moment You Can't Miss

The World Cup returns to America after 32 years, and our national team is playing in Seattle. Thousands of Bosnians and Herzegovinians from around the world are already securing tickets for what will be the largest diaspora gathering in North American history.

Apr 27Read more
BiH 2026 World Cup Jerseys Now Available for Pre-Order — Here Is What We Know
Sports

BiH 2026 World Cup Jerseys Now Available for Pre-Order — Here Is What We Know

Kelme has officially opened pre-orders for the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team jerseys for the 2026 World Cup. While the exact design remains a secret, fans can already secure their size.

Jul 11Read more
BiH IN LOS ANGELES: A Guide to the Match, Best Parties, and Events (June 17 - 18)
Community

BiH IN LOS ANGELES: A Guide to the Match, Best Parties, and Events (June 17 - 18)

The complete guide to the BiH match in Los Angeles – parties, events, and everything you need to know for June 17 and 18, 2026. We start celebrating a day early!

Apr 10Read more
Suspected Bosnian War Criminal Arrested in Alabama After Decades in Hiding
Community

Suspected Bosnian War Criminal Arrested in Alabama After Decades in Hiding

Hamdija Alukić, a 70-year-old who lived for decades as a quiet neighbor in Mobile, Alabama, has been arrested on suspicion of brutal war crimes from 1992.

Mar 20Read more
Horror in America: Bosnian Esmin PaÅ”ić Arrested for Assaulting Children at Walmart
Crime

Horror in America: Bosnian Esmin PaÅ”ić Arrested for Assaulting Children at Walmart

Horrifying news is coming out of the U.S. state of Missouri. Police in the city of Kirkwood have arrested 33-year-old Esmin PaÅ”ić, who is accused of serious crimes against children at a local Walmart.

Mar 3Read more
Utica Raised the BiH Flag in Front of City Hall. The Message Was Clear.
Community

Utica Raised the BiH Flag in Front of City Hall. The Message Was Clear.

The city of Utica honored Bosnian culture and independence with a flag-raising ceremony in front of City Hall. Mayor Mike Galime presented a proclamation recognizing the vital role of Bosnians and Bosnian-Americans in the city.

Feb 27Read more
Nermin Džaferović: The Bosnian Streamer from Florida and the Downfall of a Mexican Cartel Boss
Diaspora Life

Nermin Džaferović: The Bosnian Streamer from Florida and the Downfall of a Mexican Cartel Boss

The internet has gone completely wild. The most wanted man in Mexico is dead. For years, the U.S. government offered $15 million for his head.

Feb 24Read more
Kultur Shock Just Dropped "Mladost" and It's Exactly What You Think It Is
Culture

Kultur Shock Just Dropped "Mladost" and It's Exactly What You Think It Is

No video. No rollout. Just lyrics. Gino and the boys released "Mladost" today as the opening single off House of Shock Part 2. Classic Kultur Shock move.

Feb 19Read more
Bosnia's American Secret Weapon for the 2026 World Cup
Sport

Bosnia's American Secret Weapon for the 2026 World Cup

He had the offer from the US National Team. Everyone expected him to take it. But Esmir Bajraktarević did something that defies logic — he hung up the phone.

Feb 16Read more
13 Bosnians Who Are Ruining Our Reputation in America
Opinion

13 Bosnians Who Are Ruining Our Reputation in America

It takes 30 years to build a reputation, and 13 people to ruin it. The DHS "Worst of the Worst" database has flagged 13 Bosnian nationals as serious public safety threats. Here is the Hall of Shame.

Feb 6Read more
We Lost Zlatan. Are We About to Lose Adin Fikić to the USA?
Sport

We Lost Zlatan. Are We About to Lose Adin Fikić to the USA?

History has a nasty habit of repeating itself. Twenty years ago, a tall kid in Sweden named Zlatan waited for a call from Sarajevo. Today, it is happening again. This time, the kid is in Seattle.

Feb 2Read more
The 'Cash Only' Economy: What Bosnian Contractors Can Teach Wall Street About Liquidity
Diaspora

The 'Cash Only' Economy: What Bosnian Contractors Can Teach Wall Street About Liquidity

Forget Wall Street algorithms. The real masters of liquidity are Bosnian contractors with rubber-banded cash rolls, paying crews in seconds flat.

Jan 31Read more
Afghanistan, Burma, Bosnia? The Insult of the New Visa Ban
Opinion

Afghanistan, Burma, Bosnia? The Insult of the New Visa Ban

Washington thinks they know us. They don't. The country that gave America thousands of doctors, engineers, and the backbone of its logistics industry is now flagged as a welfare risk.

Jan 29Read more
Unpopular Opinion: Burek with Cheese Is Just Sirnica. Fight Me.
Opinion

Unpopular Opinion: Burek with Cheese Is Just Sirnica. Fight Me.

I walked into a "Balkan Bakery" in Queens yesterday. Then I looked at the menu. "Cheese Burek - $7." I turned around and walked out. I cannot support this anarchy.

Jan 31Read more
Made in America, Built in Bosnia: The Paradox of the Empty House
Opinion

Made in America, Built in Bosnia: The Paradox of the Empty House

If you drive through any village in Western Bosnia—from Sanski Most to Cazin—you will see them. Solid houses with pristine facades and shutters always down. This is the Diaspora House. The most confusing economic asset in the world.

Jan 31Read more
I Love Bosnia. But This Summer, I'm Going to the Beach.
Opinion

I Love Bosnia. But This Summer, I'm Going to the Beach.

We lie to ourselves every January. Going to Bosnia is many things. It is emotional. It is beautiful. It is necessary for the soul. But it is not a vacation.

Jan 5Read more
"She's Not NaŔa": The Panic Attack at the Dinner Table
Opinion

"She's Not NaŔa": The Panic Attack at the Dinner Table

It is the scene every Bosnian mother fears more than promaha. The son clears his throat: 'Mama, Babo, I met someone. Her name is Ashley.'

Feb 23Read more
For a Bosnian, "Coffee To Go" Is a Crime Against Humanity
Opinion

For a Bosnian, "Coffee To Go" Is a Crime Against Humanity

Watch an American buy coffee. They walk into Starbucks. They order a "Venti." They look at their watch. They grab the paper cup. They walk out. To them, coffee is gasoline. To us? It's a social contract.

Jan 29Read more