Croatia's anti-corruption agency, USKOK, has released new findings detailing a significant environmental risk from 6427 tons of waste in Benkovac Selo, Kukalj, and Gospić. The report warns of microplastic and heavy metal contamination, with experts stating some of the pollution is irreparable and endangers the local environment.

Index.hr: USKOK Releases Report on Waste in Benkovac Selo

USKOK has released a report concerning 6427 tons of waste in Benkovac Selo, Croatia, warning about the spread of microplastics and heavy metals that seriously endanger the local environment.

Jutarnji list: New USKOK Findings: Microplastics Found Near Benkovac, Some Pollution…

New findings from USKOK (the Croatian anti-corruption agency) indicate the presence of microplastics near Benkovac, with experts stating that some of the pollution is irreparable. Investigations covered locations in Benkovačko Selo, Kukalj, and Gospić.

Večernji list: USKOK Releases New Documents on 6427 Tons of Waste

Croatia's anti-corruption office, USKOK, has published new documents detailing a case involving 6427 tons of waste in Benkovačko Selo.

Telegram.hr: Waste Scandal in Benkovac and Gospić: Environmental Danger Not Negligible

Uskok has released new findings on waste disposal in Benkovac and Gospić, indicating a significant environmental risk from these locations. The investigation focuses on illegal waste and the presence of 'forever chemicals' in the groundwater.

The Croatian education system is grappling with several new challenges, including a parent boycott of classes in Ravni Kotari due to a teacher allegedly sleeping and insulting children. Separately, parents in Zagreb are protesting inadequate school renovations and overcrowding. A recent PISA 2025 assessment report also indicates that the national education system is performing below the European average.

tportal: Parents Boycott Classes Over Teacher Accused of Sleeping and Insulting Children

Parents in Ravni Kotari are boycotting school classes due to allegations that a teacher sleeps during lessons, insults children, and is aggressive when woken.

Jutarnji list: 'They Cheated Us Again': Parents Protest in Zagreb Over School Conditions

Parents in Zagreb are protesting due to perceived failures in school renovation and overcrowding, with children reportedly having to share desks.

tportal: Croatian Education System Again Below European Average: Here's Where We Stand…

A report indicates that the Croatian education system is performing below the European average in the PISA 2025 assessment, highlighting specific areas of weakness.

Telegram.hr: Parents Keep Children Home from School as Teacher Sleeps During Class

Parents are reportedly keeping their children from school because the teacher falls asleep during lessons, leading to concerns raised with the principal.

A man has been arrested in Slatina after allegedly killing a woman. The suspect was apprehended at the crime scene and is currently undergoing a criminal investigation.

Index.hr: Man Kills Woman in Slati, Arrested

A man has been arrested after killing a woman in Slati.

Telegram.hr: Horror in Slatina: Man Kills Woman, Arrested at Scene

A man has been arrested in Slatina after allegedly killing a woman. The suspect was apprehended at the crime scene and is currently undergoing criminal investigation.

A TV critic has raised questions about why certain actions that damaged Croatia's cultural heritage were permitted, suggesting a lack of oversight or accountability.

tportal: Who Allowed This Rampage Through Croatian Cultural Heritage?

A TV critic questions why certain actions were permitted that damaged Croatia's cultural heritage, suggesting a lack of oversight or responsibility.