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Zagreb protests and Mate Lukić investigation

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated

Latest: Leon Lučić faces attempted murder trial in Croatia

The Zagreb Police Administration has launched a criminal investigation into Zadar County Councilor Mate Lukić following a protest march in Zagreb. Video footage from the ‘Walk for Lika, Walk for Croatia’ demonstration ap

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School stabbing incident in Tuzla, Bosnia and Herzegovina

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Latest: Zagreb school attack: Student stabs classmate and employee

On September 4, 2026, a 15-year-old student was arrested following a knife attack on two 14-year-old classmates at Gornja Tuzla Elementary School in Bosnia and Herzegovina. The victims sustained various cuts to their arm

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Gospić waste scandal: Remediation and European intervention

13 clusters · 130 sources · last updated

Latest: Gospić waste contamination reaches European Parliament

The environmental crisis in Gospić has escalated into a national and international political issue following the discovery of approximately 37,000 tons of illegally deposited waste, including hazardous materials and PFAS

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West Nile virus surge in North America, Europe, and Cyprus

15 clusters · 257 sources · last updated

Latest: West Nile virus confirmed in crows in Slovenia

Public health agencies in North America, Europe, and Cyprus continue to report West Nile virus activity. In the United States, activity has expanded into the Southeast and Northeast. In the Atlanta metropolitan area, the

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Zagreb Electric Tram anniversary celebrations

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Latest: ZET celebrates 135th anniversary with open house in Zagreb

The Zagreb Electric Tram (ZET) has held various commemorative events to mark its history of operation in the city. In August, ZET celebrated 116 years of electric-powered tram operations by offering free rides on a spec

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Wildfires and emergency responses persist across the Balkans

18 clusters · 511 sources · last updated

Latest: Wildfires in Croatia cause fatalities and massive property damage

Wildfires continue to impact the Balkans and Mediterranean, causing significant casualties and material damage. In Croatia, the death toll from the massive wildfire near Lokva Rogoznica and Omiš has risen to three. The l

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Pony.ai autonomous vehicle expansion

8 clusters · 83 sources · last updated

Latest: Verne and Pony.ai launch driverless robotaxi tests in Zagreb

Pony.ai is expanding its autonomous vehicle operations across commercial freight and passenger transport sectors. In logistics, the company is partnering with SANY to deploy 100,000 driverless, electric trucks on Chines

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Suicide prevention and statistics in Greece and Croatia

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Croatia suicide rates: 497 deaths recorded last year

In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, health organizations in Greece and Croatia have released data regarding suicide rates and prevention strategies. In Greece, the KLIMAKA Suicide Observatory reported 579 sui

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Balkan summer and autumn festivals 2026

28 clusters · 259 sources · last updated

Latest: Croatia hosts major literary and creative therapy events

The Western Balkans’ festival and cultural season continued through early September 2026. In Montenegro, Budva reported a surge in tourism, while Cetinje prepared for the ‘Rijeka doživljaja’ event on 6 September. Podgori

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Literary and cultural events in Croatia

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Latest: Zagreb literary season begins with book promotions and exhibitions

Various literary and cultural events are scheduled across several Croatian cities in mid-September. In Virovitica, the City Library and Reading Room will host a presentation of “Pohvala odriješenim rukama: odvažna čitan

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Thompson 2026 tour and Vukovar charity preparations

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Latest: Marko Perković Thompson concert raises over 1 million euros in Vukovar

Following the July 2025 Hipodrom record-breaking show and subsequent anniversary concerts in Zaprešić and Šibenik, Thompson’s summer 2026 tour continued with several major events. On 4–5 August, the singer performed at Š

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Severe storms in Croatia

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated

Latest: Zagreb hit by severe storms and high winds

Severe weather events have impacted various regions in Croatia. In Primorsko-goranska County, heavy rain, thunderstorms, and gale-force winds led to 62 emergency interventions within a 24-hour period. Reported damage inc

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Slovenian sports updates regarding Celje clubs

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Celje handball team suffers Champions League defeat to Zagreb

In Slovenian sports, the handball club Celje Pivovarne Laško entered the new season with high ambitions to defend national titles and return to the Champions League. Coach Klemen Luzar expressed confidence in a squad com

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2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Croatian public figures celebrate high-profile weddings

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Balkan and Central European transport disruptions

6 clusters · 51 sources · last updated

Latest: Croatia experiences widespread traffic disruptions due to multiple accidents

Transport and traffic flow across the Balkans and parts of Central Europe continue to face disruptions due to infrastructure projects, accidents, and environmental factors. In Bosnia and Herzegovina, extensive roadworks

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Serbia public debt and economic trends

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Latest: Economic trends in Croatia and Serbia show rising property costs and shifting labor markets

Serbia’s public debt has seen significant increases, reaching approximately 41.8 billion euros, which represents 43.9 percent of the GDP. This rise followed a July 2026 issuance of a 500 million euro six-year eurobond on

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Mostar Olympic swimming pool construction

2 clusters · 13 sources · last updated

Latest: New sports and swimming complexes open or planned in Croatia and Bosnia

The construction of an Olympic swimming pool in Mostar is progressing through its initial stages. The first phase, valued at approximately 12 million KM, is nearing completion with tasks such as waterproofing and buildin

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Slovenian athletics competition successes

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Kristjan Čeh wins discus throw in Zagreb

Slovenian athletes have achieved significant success in recent athletics competitions. Kristjan Čeh and Zala Istenič were named the overall winners of the 2026 Telekom Slovenia International Athletics League, with Čeh ea

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Samsung regional training academy expansion

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Samsung opens regional Training Academy in Zagreb

Samsung has established a new regional Training Academy in Zagreb, Croatia, located in the Matrix business center. The facility, spanning over 270 square meters, is designed to serve various markets by focusing on heatin

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European Mobility Week urban initiatives

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Latest: European Mobility Week initiatives launched in Zagreb, Maribor, and Pula

Various European cities are participating in European Mobility Week under the theme of providing mobility for everyone. In Poland, Kraków and Tychy are hosting events focused on sustainable transport and road safety. K

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Public transport and infrastructure updates in Balkans

21 clusters · 110 sources · last updated

Latest: Regional infrastructure and urban development projects expand across Southeast Europe

Summer 2026 saw extensive public transport and utility upgrades across the Balkans. In Belgrade, road works on Nedeljka Gvozdenovića and Bulevar Kralja Aleksandra caused significant bus detours, while tram lines 2 and 11

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Real estate tax refund programs in Croatia and Bosnia

3 clusters · 11 sources · last updated

Latest: Indirect Taxation Authority of BiH delays VAT refunds for first homes

In Croatia, the Agency for Legal Transactions and Real Estate Brokerage (APN) has been processing tax refunds for citizens under 45 purchasing or constructing their first home. By early August, the agency had approved 4,

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Entrepreneurship and industry events in Zagreb

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated

Latest: Zagreb to host inaugural ZACID creative industry conference

Zagreb is set to host several upcoming events focused on entrepreneurship and industry networking. In November, the city will host the EUREKA International Innovation and Entrepreneurship Competition (EUREKA IIEC) at the

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Balkans road safety incidents and rising violations

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Latest: Fatal traffic accidents reported in Serbia and Bosnia and Herzegovina

The surge in road accidents and driving violations across the Balkans continued into mid-September 2026, marked by a spike in motorcycle fatalities and intensified enforcement. In Serbia, a series of accidents on 7 Septe

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Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina Homeland War commemorat

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Latest: Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina mark war crime anniversaries

In late August 2026, Croatia held the 30th National Sports Competition for Volunteers and Veterans of the Homeland War in Zagreb, involving approximately 900 participants. Throughout September, various commemorations we

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Groundwater contamination worsens Gospić waste crisis

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Latest: Croatia environmental crisis: Illegal waste contaminates groundwater in Gospić and Benkovac

The hazardous waste crisis in Croatia has intensified following reports that illegal dumping has severely contaminated the Lika region’s groundwater. While initial assessments in March 2026 suggested low risks, a July 20

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Job vacancies in Croatia's Baranja region

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated

Latest: Croatian hospitals face patient surges and staffing shortages

The Croatian Employment Service has announced various job vacancies across the Baranja region. In Beli Manastir, the Health Center of Osijek-Baranja County is recruiting medical professionals, including an internal med

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Literary events and Jo Nesbø tour in Croatia

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Latest: Jo Nesbø to visit Croatia for new Harry Hole novel tour

In August 2026, literary updates in Croatia highlighted the release of Nikola Marinković’s family-social thriller, ‘Štorija o Beljakovima’, and announced an upcoming visit by Norwegian crime novelist Jo Nesbø. By Septem

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Balkans luxury apartment price rise

5 clusters · 21 sources · last updated

Latest: Balkan real estate markets see rising prices and demand

In late June 2026, the Brčko district of Bosnia‑Herzegovina reported a very active real‑estate market, with newly built apartments fetching 2,200 – 3,700 KM per square metre. By mid‑July 2026, similar premium‑price dynam

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2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated

Latest: Beti Grnçarovska disappearance remains unsolved after 19 years

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