The prosecution in the 'Lottery' case has increased its claim for damages to over 9.7 million euros, implicating former officials. Perparim Bajrami, the former director of the State Lottery who was previously a fugitive for two years, maintains his innocence regarding the accusations after surrendering to authorities.

ALSAT: The 'Lottery' Case: Prosecution Claims Damages Exceeding 9.7 Million Euros

The prosecution in the 'Lottery' case alleges that damages amounting to over 9.7 million euros have occurred, implicating former officials.

SDK.mk: Perparim Bajrami, who was on the run for 2 years, claims innocence in a 9.7…

Perparim Bajrami, who had been a fugitive for two years, maintains his innocence regarding accusations of causing 9.7 million euros in damages to the State Lottery.

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski announced that the US views North Macedonia as a close friend and revealed discussions with the US DFC concerning investments in energy, infrastructure, and high technology, including a gas pipeline, new power plants, and AI. This comes as a local report critiques North Macedonia's slow adoption of AI compared to its Balkan neighbors, Greece and Bulgaria.

Plusinfo: The Great AI Race in the Balkans: Where are Macedonians? Greece and Bulgaria…

This article critiques North Macedonia's slow progress in adopting new technologies, particularly in the field of Artificial Intelligence, contrasting it with significant investments in data centers by Greece and Bulgaria, and questioning the country's future economic prospects.

Plusinfo: North Macedonia is a Top US Priority in the Region: Mickoski Reveals Talks…

Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski states that the US views North Macedonia as a close friend and discusses energy, infrastructure, and high technology with the US DFC, including plans for a gas pipeline, new power plants, and AI.

Skopje Mayor Orce Gjorgjievski has introduced an initiative to reward citizens for reporting illegal waste dumping. Concurrently, the Mayor's official Facebook page was blocked for posts related to landfills and alleged discrimination against residents.

ALSAT: Gjorgjievski: 'Rewards for Citizens Who Report Illegal Waste Dumping'

North Macedonian Mayor Gjorgjievski announced a new initiative to incentivize citizens by offering rewards for reporting illegal dumping of waste.

SDK.mk: Skopje mayor's Facebook page blocked for posts about landfills

The official Facebook page of the Mayor of Skopje was blocked for content related to landfills and alleged discrimination against residents.

The 47th edition of the prestigious 'Brothers Manaki' International Film Festival has commenced in Bitola, opening with the Macedonian premiere of Dina Duma's film 'Skate... Isn't for Girls'.

SDK.mk: 47th 'Brothers Manaki' festival begins in Bitola with Macedonian premiere

The 47th edition of the 'Brothers Manaki' International Film Festival starts in Bitola, opening with the Macedonian premiere of Dina Duma's film 'Skate... Isn't for Girls'.