Croatia
Zagreb Zoo Welcomes New Lion Pair: Uganda and Tayri Join Conservation Efforts for Endangered Species
A collaborative effort between French, Hungarian, and Zagreb zoos forms part of a global program to protect African lions, whose wild population faces critical endangerment.
Football
Dinamo Against Sopić's Kauno Žalgiris in Champions League Third Qualifying Round
After eliminating Thun, the Blues learned they face the Lithuanian champions; if they advance, they avoided AEK and Lovro Majer in the play-off round.
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.
Croatia
Brawl in Jazine and Clash in Pula: Police Investigate Two Violent Incidents
Foreign nationals allegedly involved in Zadar's Jazine, while in Pula a 50-year-old seriously injured a fellow citizen with a glass
World Scene
Jole from 'Braka na prvu' returned to Croatia and opened a wellness center: 'I am a showman'
After more than 30 years of living in Germany, Josip Jole Čavar returned to his homeland and launched a wellness center in Rovinj. He revealed to Net.hr the reasons for his return and what kind of woman he is looking for.
AI
AI race takes toll on founders: Lilian Weng steps down, Pangram raises $9 million to combat AI content
Economy
Chinese CXMT Stock Surges 466%, Becoming Most Valuable Chinese Listed Company
Tennis
Karlovac invests in tennis infrastructure and international tournaments, with emphasis on youth development
World
Cruise Ship Viking Ullur Runs Aground on Danube, 186 Passengers Evacuated
Weather
Sunny and hot Wednesday: temperatures up to 35°C, windy on the Adriatic
DHMZ forecasts light southeasterly wind and morning bora at sea, with even hotter weather tomorrow, locally up to 36 degrees.
AI
Tech Giants' Employees Urge US to Support Global Governance of Advanced AI
Meanwhile, a new Gallup and Bentley poll shows Americans are increasingly skeptical of artificial intelligence and losing trust in the companies developing it.
Football
Džeko to undergo medical examinations on Sunday, sign one-year contract with Schalke on Monday
The captain of the Bosnia and Herzegovina national team remains in Gelsenkirchen, and could become the club's highest-paid player with earnings up to €1.3 million per year.
World Scene
New Spider-Man Film 'Brand New Day' Hits Theaters, Tom Holland in a Darker Solo Outing
The fourth standalone film starring Tom Holland is set four years after 'No Way Home' and arrives in theaters worldwide on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
Culture
Golden Arena for Snježana Sinovčić Šiškov: 'Koke' Is a Film About a Universal Problem
The actress won the award for her role as Tonina in Igor Jelinović's film, which premiered in Rotterdam and is coming soon to Zadar's Kino Zona.
Handball
Kovačević Responds to Criticism: 'In My Opinion, We Should Talk About the Comeback, Not Other Things'
Dinamo coach Mario Kovačević came under pressure after the shameful performance against Thun, but insists that advancing to the Champions League third qualifying round is the only thing worth commenting on.
Football
Real Madrid officially makes first move for Rodri, over €50 million on the table
Florentino Pérez personally approved the transfer, Mourinho sees him as a key player for the new project. Lovro Majer on the verge of joining AEK, Guillamón returns to Spain, and young Huram targeted by English giants.
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.
Combat Sports
Blick: Dinamo Captain Josip Mišić Was the Worst on the Pitch
Swiss media harshly criticized the Blue captain after a dramatic comeback against Thun in Maksimir, as Dinamo awaits its opponent in the Champions League third qualifying round.
Football
Real Madrid brings 19-year-old Ivorian wonderkid Diomande for a record £100+ million
Yan Diomande becomes the most expensive African footballer in history after a dizzying rise from complete obscurity, but the transfer is marred by controversies over a change of management agency and PSG's withdrawal.
Crypto
Bitcoin Rises Toward $64,000 as Record Chip Selloff in Korea Bypasses Crypto
Asian tech markets experienced one of the sharpest two-day drops this year, fueled by disappointment in chip makers' earnings, but bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies remained resilient.