Tag: Kosovo

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American cars a sign of status, admiration in Kosovo

The United States is held in high regard in Kosovo because of its role in supporting the former Serbian province's bid for independence. So, for many Kosovars, having a beefy American muscle car is a high sign of status. So much so that Kosovars living abroad, even in the U.S., often bring their cars home with them on vacation....
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Because of disputed status, first Kosovar Olympian competing for Albania

Majlinda Kelmendi will be competing in the Olympics in London this year. She's the first Kosovar to participate since the country declared independence back in 2008. But because Kosovo isn't recognized by the United Nations, she must compete for Albania....
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Statistically, Kosovo's economy is booming — but residents can't tell

On paper, Kosovo's economy is growing faster than any other country in Europe. But that's due in large part to Kosovars living abroad and sending money to family back home. Take that out and the economy stumbles....
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Montenegrin town a beautiful melting pot with a surprising history

Ulcinj was once a home to slavery and pirates. Now it's a somewhat diverse community that celebrates where people came from....
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Kosovo trying to cultivate reputation as a burgeoning wine making location

Kosovo's wine industry was facing ruin in the 1990s, when the former Yugoslavia fell apart, and it was plunged into war. Now there are signs that a once-thriving industry is getting back on its feet....
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The next trendy wine destination: Kosovo?

Kosovo's wine doesn't have much name recognition outside of the region, though it's been making wine for some 2,000 years, but some are hoping to change that....
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