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Belgrade Insight No.109

The 40^th edition of Serbia’s main international film festival is mainly a showcase of the best in world independent cinema. Between the February 24^th and March 4^th, Belgraders have 70 films to choose from.

Belgrade top in Serbia for car thefts

According to police data, drivers in Belgrade need to be the most careful people in Serbia when it comes to protecting their cars.
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Front - ladies give new dimension to city rock scene

Cannot is the latest addition to Belgrade’s surprisingly deep tradition of excellent female-fronted rock bands, making a big splash with their energetic alternative sound.

Getting to know the snow

Heavy snowfall has not destroyed Belgrade’s love for life. Skiing down city streets, cheerful family sledding on the Košutnjak Ski Slopes, and making sculptures from ice and snow all show that Belgraders have adapted to the weather.

Serbia’s right-wingers dream of nationalist resurgence :

The protests over the Kosovo agreement revealed deep divisions amongSerbia's right-wingers, but they could still become a serious force if they tap into public disappointment with the government.

Government pressures Church to back Kosovo deal :

The Serbian Orthodox Church has been hit by a series of leaks about sex and spying as the government attempts to force it to drop its opposition to the Kosovo agreement.

Serbia needs IMF to boost confidence in reforms :

To keep its reform policy credible for investors, the government must find common ground with the IMF and look for a new arrangement, experts say.

Guerrilla gardeners flower-bomb Belgrade :

The guerrilla gardening movement is growing stronger in the Serbian capital and hopes to change the face of the city.