Crime
Trump Threatens Iran with 'Major Strike' After Missile Attack on US Bases in Jordan
US President announces harsh retaliation, Jordanian army claims no casualties, and UNIAN reports three US soldiers killed. At the same time, a US tanker was attacked in the Egyptian port of Damietta on the Mediterranean.
Movies & TV
Documentary Film "Yugo ide u Ameriku" Arrives in Croatian Cinemas
A road movie about millennials traveling from New York to Los Angeles in a Yugo, awarded the Audience Award at Beldocs, begins its theatrical release across Dalmatia, as well as in Zagreb and Karlovac, on August 17.
Water Polo
First victory for Croatian U16 women's water polo team at World Championships: Popović's penalty goal downs Romania
After four consecutive losses, the Croatian women's U16 national team finally secured a win at the World Championships in Zagreb, defeating Romania 8:7 with a dramatic goal in the final seconds.
Family
Child Support: If Parents Don't Pay, Obligation Shifts to Grandparents
Under the Family Act and the new Temporary Maintenance Act, the duty to care for minors now extends to the extended family and includes a special state agency.
Croatia
Disney brings its cruise ship to Zadar for the first time: Disney Wish arrives with 4,000 passengers
Summer 2027 marks the premiere of a Disney cruise on the Adriatic, with Zadar becoming one of the new ports on the European route of a ship packed with Marvel and Star Wars content.
Croatia
Bathing water excellent at seven swimming sites in Karlovac County, Jurovo rated good
Travel
Malaysia: Free F1 Race Brings Half a Billion Ringgit, Croatia Learns from Example
Tourism
Croatian charter among the most sought-after in the Mediterranean, but rental prices lowest
Local
New taxi rules introduce price caps, fixed airport rides up to 80 euros
Tennis
Karlovac invests in tennis infrastructure and international tournaments, with emphasis on youth development
After hosting Gem Set Hrvatska and Summer Cup, Karlovac tennis has gained a clear vision. True success will be measured in ten years by the number of senior players produced from within.
Auto
Tesla Introduces Grok AI Assistant in Croatia, FSD Supervised 5.2 Times Safer
Voice control for navigation, media, and climate is now available for Model S, 3, X, and Y owners, while data shows the autonomous system significantly reduces accident risk, especially for seniors.
Movies & TV
Croatian Premiere of 'Spider-Man: New Age' in ScreenX Gathers Numerous Guests
The film premiere at CineStar Branimir Mingle Mall also served as an opportunity to look back at the rich history of Zagreb's cinemas and a review of multiplexes.
World Scene
Marija Šerifović at Sea: Verica in Panic Over Bura Yelled 'Oh Marija, Hold It'
The 2007 Eurovision winner is sailing the Adriatic with her family, and in her vlog she showed dramatic moments when strong winds shook the yacht.
Travel
Guide to a Carefree Summer: Five Risks Not to Overlook on Vacation
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has issued summer recommendations, particularly important for Croatia due to the presence of West Nile virus and the availability of a tick-borne encephalitis vaccine.
Croatia
Entrepreneurs' Voice announces protest and 'hot autumn' over tax hikes for lump-sum taxpayers
Bruno Samardžić said 'enough is enough', while Vedran Tomić announced protests and civil disobedience over additional levies for craftsmen and small renters.
Other Sports
Lovro Majer officially presented at AEK, will become the club's record signing
The Croatian international signed a four-year contract with the Greek club, and sources for Index and Telegram report the transfer value between €6 and €6.5 million.
Croatia
Heatwave Hits Croatia: Temperatures Reach 40°C, Red Weather Warning for Sunday
The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) and meteorologists warn of very high health risks, with the most critical conditions on the Adriatic and in inland Dalmatia, and the heatwave expected to last into the first week of August.
Football
Josipa Perišić Celebrates Daughter Manuela's 12th Birthday with Emotional Post: 'Our Comfort and Quiet Strength'
Croatian footballer Ivan Perišić's family gathered for an all-day celebration by the sea, with mother Josipa and birthday girl Manuela posing in coordinated Missoni creations.
Culture
Eight Years Without Oliver: 'Trag u beskraju' Attracts 40,000 Visitors, Interactive Memorial Collection Arrives
Vela Luka from July 26 to 31 pays tribute to the legend with four concerts, a ferry ride, and the announcement of a museum that will preserve Oliver's story through nearly 300 personal items
Local
Recall of S-Budget Smoked Ribs: Return Product Without Receipt Due to Dangerous Bacteria
State Inspectorate withdraws meat product from Mesna industrija Braća Pivac after elevated levels of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria were found. Expiry dates of the recalled batch are August 16 and 19, 2026.