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The tide gauge at Split's Institute of Oceanography and Fisheries recorded intense sea level oscillations, and a scientist captured the scene as water spilled over the town's riva.

Two-day literary festival on Hvar brings a musical and theatrical collage of friends and the presentation of the last book by the recently deceased versatile artist.

While DIRH insists Carpe Diem has complied with the ruling, Hvar residents testify that music from parties in Stipanska still drowns out open-air film screenings.

While firefighters on Brač continue to battle the blaze near Pučišća, the fire on Smokovnik hill near Hvar was contained within an hour thanks to the swift response of three island volunteer fire departments and a firefighting aircraft.

Photographer Marko Majnarić captured the firefighting plane as it twice touched down on the sea surface to fill its tanks and continue battling the blaze.

The Serbian president posted a video from Kokin Brod on Instagram, promoting domestic tourism and urging Serbs to skip Croatian islands, but the comments on his post are divided.

A restaurant hostess on Hvar didn't recognize the Serbian singer and her husband, turning them away for a drink. After realizing her mistake, an apology and an unexpected invitation followed.

The City Council of Hvar unanimously adopted a decision to restrict the sale of alcoholic beverages, aiming to protect public order, peace, and cultural heritage.

Residents fear water restrictions, pipes keep bursting, and plans are underway to supply the islands with water from the Vrgorac spring via the future Ravča, Drvenik tunnel.

The search for the frightened dog has been ongoing since Friday evening, and Split's Bestie Foundation is asking residents and tourists to check yards and abandoned buildings.

Brief outages were recorded during the day, and on Saturday evening the supply was completely cut off. HEP teams are on the ground searching for the fault.

Footage of a raucous party from boats in a secluded cove on eastern Hvar was viewed by 120,000 people in just a few hours, sparking anger among locals who warn of a lack of oversight and nautical discourtesy.

The targets included warehouses, launch ramps, and relay stations crucial for drone attacks.

The assembly of the utility company unanimously adopted a decision introducing precise tariffs for households, business users, and socially vulnerable citizens.

Police determined there are no elements of a criminal offense of failure to provide assistance because no one was in danger of losing their life.

Tonči Marijan from Pitve on Hvar won the prestigious Best in Show title at the Decanter World Wine Awards with his Plaža 2021 wine, entering the top 50 wines in the world.