Croatia
Human Negligence as an Ecological Bomb: Croatia Pays a High Price
Waste fires, illegal dumpsites, and oil spills leave long-term consequences for soil, water, and public health.
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.
Local
Zagreb Resident Fires Back at Critics
A Reddit discussion comparing Zagreb's legal landfill with an illegal toxic waste site in Gospić sparked a sharp response from one user offering a pointed analysis of the differences.
Croatia
Kajin: Buzet Has the Best Separate Waste Collection Rate in Istria, and the Problem Is Irresponsible Politicians
The mayor of Buzet warned about the responsibility of local politicians for waste in Gospić and Pazin, and emphasized that Buzet leads in separate collection with over 60 percent.
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.
Croatia
Benčić Calls for Plenković's Resignation Over Gospić
Croatia
Miletić seeks the voice of Lika residents before the Committee
Croatia
Milinović Responds to Milanović: You Are Undermining the Strength of the Extraordinary Parliamentary Session
Croatia
Former Mayor of Polača Alleges: Hazardous Waste Dumped at Night
Croatia
Jukić: It's Easy to Bash HDZ, but MOST Was the One Who Dug Up the Dirt
Ante Jukić's column analyzes the political battle over the waste scandal in Lika, while the Prime Minister simultaneously celebrates the successes of Croatian athletes.
Croatia
Butković: Remediation of Hazardous Waste in Gospić Must Not Be Partial or Delayed
Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Butković stated that the removal of hazardous waste must be comprehensive and those responsible for the environmental disaster must be punished.
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
Croatia
Most Seeks Answers on Waste Trade Oversight and HGK's Role
Members of parliament from Most held a press conference in front of the Croatian Chamber of Economy headquarters in Zagreb, calling for an investigation into waste trade and warning of a potential conflict of interest involving Minister Ćorić and companies on the USKOK protocol.
Croatia
Karlovac Rangers Warn of Illegal Dumpsites
Ranger Hrvoje Jurković reveals that there are around a thousand illegal dumpsites in the Karlovac area, and announces a new mobile app for anonymous reports
Croatia
Buying the Silos in Gospić: The Beginning of the Story or Its First Visible End?
Teleskop.hr raises the key question in the hazardous waste affair: What did Tipos Resurs plan to do with the Divoselo complex at the time of its purchase in 2021, and who knew about that plan?
Health
How to Clean Root Vegetables Without Peeling: The Wire Sponge Trick
Instead of using a knife or peeler, root vegetables like new potatoes, carrots, and beets can be thoroughly cleaned with a wire sponge, preserving more of the edible portion.
Local
Illegal Dump Site Discovered at Future School Location
Geomechanical surveys on land donated by the City of Jastrebarsko to the county have uncovered buried waste. Two expert opinions differ on the remediation method, and the county is seeking a definitive answer from the ministry.
Croatia
State Inspectorate Without a Leader for 8 Months, Milanović Demands Appointment
The President of the Republic has called for an extraordinary session of Parliament and a 15-day deadline for appointing the Chief State Inspector, while Plenković says he will do so when the Government deems it necessary.
Croatia
Mikulić Remains Outside Investigation into Gospić Waste Despite Šincek's Claims
Former Chief State Inspector Defends Himself from Freedom in Quarry Case, but Šincek's Bribery Allegations for Tolerating Illegal Waste Have Not Yet Gained Formal Suspect Status
Croatia
Milanović Calls Parliament Session Over Gospić
The extraordinary session will be held on Thursday and Friday, with HDZ saying it will be an opportunity for citizens to hear the truth and for the opposition's lies to be refuted.