Croatia
Virovitica-Podravina County Records 4.37 Percent Increase in Births
The number of newborns rose from 526 to 549 in a year, with the county investing millions in kindergartens, schools, and maternity ward renovations.
Croatia
Eight People in a 'Tin Can' Without AC at 35 Degrees!
Inhumane living conditions for foreign workers uncovered in Čazma, while fierce debates rage over the idea of settling migrants on Croatian islands, and a smuggler is arrested in Crikvenica.
World
Russian Soldier Kills Comrade and Three Civilians in Crimea
Tragedy in Sevastopol as Russian serviceman opens fire, while security service in separate operation foils series of planned attacks.
Health
Science Confirms: Pets Are Medicine for the Soul and Body
The American Heart Association reviews research showing how animals reduce stress, boost productivity, and strengthen social bonds.
Football
Fans Choose Dinamo's Lineup for Žalgiris
Coach Mario Kovačević, ahead of the third qualifying round of the Champions League, revealed he has dilemmas in several positions, and Index readers have decided in a poll who should start at Maksimir.
World
FBI agent stole cryptocurrency and planned escape to EU
Football
Crisis at Old Trafford: Manchester United Pays the Price for Missed Opportunities
World
Ukraine Faces Its Hardest Winter: Over 80% of Power Plants Destroyed
Football
Split Takes Over the Flag of the 2028 European Universities Games
Music
Nick Cave Arrives in Pula: First of Two Sold-Out Concerts Tonight
The renowned musician and his band The Bad Seeds perform as part of The Wild God Tour, with a concert in Belgrade following Pula.
Combat Sports
Hrgović Gets Second Chance at World Title
Filip Hrgović will face young British prospect Moses Itauma on August 29 at London's O2 Arena for the vacant IBF heavyweight world title.
World
Europe in the Grip of Historic Drought: Nuclear Plants Shut Down
While Croatia battles red weather alerts and temperatures up to 40°C, record-low water levels on the Danube, Drava, and Sava rivers are triggering a cascading energy crisis across Central and Southeastern Europe, with the Krško Nuclear Power Plant warning of a possible imminent reduction in output.
World
Can Bison Save Spain from Wildfires?
As the climate crisis intensifies, Spain is turning to innovative solutions, and a pioneering project is exploring whether European bison can become natural firefighters.
Croatia
Threatened and Ended Up Behind Bars: 'Papovka' Rifle and 129 Rounds Found
Međimurje police arrested a 29-year-old after a threat report, and a search of his apartment uncovered an arsenal of weapons.
Football
Marijo Možnik: Arena Zagreb Will Be a Venue of Top-Tier Sport
Croatia Hosts the Largest European Gymnastics Championships in History, with 640 Athletes from 43 Countries.
World
Greek Firefighters, Aided by Aircraft, Contain Blaze Near Athens
Calmer winds have allowed water-bombing planes to operate, but the risk of flare-ups remains high. Meanwhile, new fires are raging in the French departments of Var and Drôme.
Football
Amorim on Modrić: He's Special, but He Must Earn His Place
Milan's coach announced the Croatian captain will get playing time in the derby against Inter in Perth, where an enthusiastic Croatian diaspora welcomed Luka.
Local
Barbecue in Garage Sets House on Fire in Susedgrad: 79-Year-Old Ends Up in Trauma Unit
The fire broke out yesterday afternoon in Podsusedska Alley, and the flames spread from the barbecue to the entire family home.
Music
Children's Klapa Škatulica Tonight in Cavtat for Their First Solo Concert
After two years of performing, the young klapa members present "Priče iz Škatulice" to the audience, a chronological journey through their musical growth with renowned guests and actors from the Komedija Theatre.
Football
Scandal 30 Years Later: French Admit to Banning Doping Controls at the 1998 World Cup
Former Sports Minister Marie-George Buffet revealed in a documentary about Zidane that she was ordered to suspend doping controls on the national team ahead of the World Cup where Croatia won bronze.