Slovenia-EU Diplomacy: Slovenia vetoed an EU joint statement condemning Israel’s new West Bank settlements, siding with a narrower message led by EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas—sparking fresh debate over the populist government’s stance versus President Nataša Pirc Musar. Sports & Culture Spotlight: Luka Dončić’s Ljubljana nightlife rumor tied to former Playboy model Anja Jenko went viral, but Slovenian sources say there was no confirmed meeting—just the same city, same venue type, and fast-spreading speculation. Cycling: British sprinter Matthew Brennan won Vuelta a España Stage 5 with a lead-out masterclass, while Slovenian leader Tadej Pogačar kept control of the red jersey after his earlier solo surge. Tech & Youth Policy: A wave of child-focused social media rules continues—Australia’s under-16 ban and New Zealand’s proposed 16+ minimum age bill add pressure across Europe as governments treat online access as a public health issue. Arts & Community: A documentary screening in the US, “Saving Walden’s World,” highlights eco-feminism and community resilience, including a Slovenia stop as part of its sustainability narrative.