Croatia

Extraordinary Parliament Session on Gospić Waste Held Without President and Prime Minister

The Croatian Parliament convenes an extraordinary session on Thursday regarding the hazardous waste case in Gospić, but neither the President of the Republic nor the Prime Minister will attend. Four government ministers have confirmed their presence.

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Local

Eerie Scenes on the Sava River: Mass Fish Die-Off

The Ekologija grada association has released disturbing photos and confirmed that the situation on the ground is worse than initially thought. They are demanding an urgent response from institutions.

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Croatia

Serbian hackers claim to have stolen data of 105,000 citizens

Interior Ministry and Pension Insurance Institute say they have no information about the breach, while data protection agency does not answer calls.

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Croatia

A3 in Narrow Lanes Until October 3

The Croatian Automobile Club warns of delays due to roadworks on several highways, urging drivers to adjust their speed and be cautious of wet roads on the northern Adriatic and in Gorski Kotar.

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Croatia

In Sinj, the Coat of Arms of the Tigers and HDZ Damaged

The Sinj City Organization of the HDZ strongly condemned the damage to the coat of arms of the 1st Guard Brigade on the former barracks building, and artist Josipa Tucak explained the background of the controversial mural and performance.

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Croatia

A1: Accident near Modruš Halts Traffic Through Mala Kapela Tunnel, Delays Also on A3

Croatian Automobile Club reports queues on motorways, state roads, and border crossings, with increased traffic expected tomorrow.

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Local

Omiš Residents Show That No One Will Be Left Alone

After the fire that devastated Omiš on August 13, citizens and associations launched aid efforts: one account for the family of the deceased Dragana Antešević, another for damage repair and assistance to all those affected.

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World

West Runs Out of Interceptors: Kyiv Goes Dark, Allies in Panic

In August, Ukraine failed to intercept a single Russian missile, and the U.S. has used nearly two-thirds of its Patriot stockpiles. Production is years behind, and allies fear for their own defense.

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Local

Police Arrest Fugitive After 30-Hour Manhunt, Found at Lake Jarun

Police arrested 47-year-old Ž.B. on Wednesday evening after he escaped during a transfer to Remetinec prison. Jutarnji list reveals details of the escape and the chase.

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Croatia

Starčević Calls for Prison and Confiscation of Property to the Ninth Generation

Former Gospić mayor says responsibility lies not with local authorities, while current mayor accuses him of meetings with businessman Josip Šincek in Ogulin.

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Croatia

Dukić on the Dinara Fire: The Terrain Is So Inaccessible That Even a Thousand Firefighters Wouldn't Help

The fire on Dinara is still not under control, the terrain is inaccessible, and firefighters had to retreat during the day. The Croatian Army is also involved in the extinguishing efforts.

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World

Human Jawbone Surfaces on Lake Mead Shore

Human remains have been discovered on the shore of Lake Mead in Nevada, with the low water level revealing other long-submerged secrets.

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Croatia

Former Mayor of Polača Alleges: Hazardous Waste Dumped at Night

Viktor Prtenjača claims that between 2021 and 2025, hundreds of tons of medical and asbestos waste were brought to the Gornja Jagodnja landfill without documentation, just two kilometers from water sources.

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Croatia

She Is Not Aware of What She Has Done

Investigation into ten fires in the Zadar area reveals that the suspects had been consuming alcohol for days before getting into a car and setting dry grass along roadsides on fire.

B.G. · 19. 08. 2026. 0 139

World

Croat in Switzerland Stabs Wife 84 Times, Daughter 129 Times

A psychiatric evaluation found that 74-year-old Ivan T. was not criminally responsible due to dementia at the time of the crime, and prosecutors are seeking preventive detention instead of a prison sentence.

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Croatia

USKOK Files Indictment: Vukovar Lawyer Among Ten Defendants

The ten defendants are charged with trafficking 54 kilograms of marijuana and 2.5 kilograms of cocaine, producing amphetamines, and money laundering

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Croatia

Zmajlović Ahead of Extraordinary Parliament Session: We've Asked Eight Questions, We Expect Answers

Mihael Zmajlović sharply criticized the Government and announced key questions about the remediation of hazardous waste in Gospić

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World

Is an El Niño Brewing That Will Outdo Everything Seen So Far?

The US agency NOAA estimates there is more than a 90 percent chance that the current El Niño will become a very strong event this fall and winter, and a 69 percent chance it will surpass the strength of all El Niños recorded since 1950.

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World

Griffon Vulture Halts Ryanair Flight on Crete

Unusual incident at Heraklion airport: firefighters safely removed a large bird of prey that refused to move.

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World

European Gas Storage Could Be Empty by April 2027

The US-Iran conflict has slowed the filling of underground storage, and Handelsblatt warns that Europe could run out of gas reserves right after next winter.

B.C. · 19. 08. 2026. 0 104

World

Mothers in Ceuta Cry: 15 Rapes, Beaches Full of Feces

The Spanish enclave in Africa faces collapse after a massive migrant wave crossed from Morocco. Residents are fleeing, hospitals are overwhelmed, and authorities tout 'diversity as a strength.'

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Local

Residents of Radoševac Fear Fire

For nearly a decade, they have been warning about a neglected grove next to their building at Put Radoševca 25 and 27, and inspections have confirmed the danger that no one is addressing.

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World

Black Sea Grain Exports Halted, Wheat Prices Surge

Attacks on ships have shut down more than 97 percent of Russia's and Ukraine's export capacity in the Azov-Black Sea basin, driving up global food prices.

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Education

Croatia Near Bottom of EU in Education Spending

According to Eurostat data for 2022, Croatia allocates only 3.05 percent of GDP to education, significantly below the European Union average of about five percent.

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Croatia

Breakdown of the Dalmacija Ferry Halts Italy Routes for Extended Period

The largest ferry in the state-owned shipping company's fleet heads to Rijeka for repairs after an engine failure, while concessions on the most profitable Adriatic routes are nearing expiration.

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Croatia

HNS Warns: Fake Ticket Sites Lurk for Fans

The Croatian Football Federation has reported to the Ministry of the Interior the emergence of fake websites mimicking official ticket sales channels.

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Croatia

19-Year-Old Saves Two Men from Drowning at Šoderica

Viktor Lovreković from Koprivnica jumped into the lake without hesitation and pulled two men to shore after their pedal boat sank.

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Croatia

Miletić seeks the voice of Lika residents before the Committee

The Most MP has asked the Committee chair to invite representatives of citizen initiatives from Lika and Gospić to tomorrow's session.

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