Croatia is facing two significant scandals: an indictment for the alleged embezzlement of over 1 billion kuna from the energy company INA, with one suspect missing, and a report suggesting the worst scandal in modern Croatian Catholic Church history, involving a potential cover-up of sexual abuse of minors by the Croatian Bishops' Conference.

Telegram.hr: Worst Scandal in Modern Croatian Catholic Church History?

A report suggests a major scandal within the Catholic Church in Croatia, potentially involving the Croatian Bishops' Conference and covering up sexual abuse of minors.

Index.hr: Embezzlement from INA: Over 1 billion kuna allegedly stolen, one suspect missing

The Croatian State Attorney's Office for the Suppression of Corruption and Organized Crime (USKOK) has indicted several individuals for embezzling over 1 billion kuna from INA, with significant funds reportedly pocketed by one suspect who is now sought by authorities.

The Croatian National Bank (HNB) is issuing warnings to consumers as banks reintroduce variable-rate housing loans, advising caution about the associated financial risks.

Večernji list: Variable Rate Mortgages Return: HNB Warns Consumers of Risk

Banks are starting to offer variable-rate housing loans again, but the Croatian National Bank (HNB) is cautioning consumers about the associated risks.

The Pelješac Bridge requires extensive renovation due to a network of cracks, with work expected to last for months. Separately, the Zagreb branch of the ruling Croatian Democratic Union (HDZ) has criticized the installation of underground waste containers, comparing it to historical 'political devastations'.

Jutarnji list: Pelješac Bridge Requires Serious Renovation! Network of Cracks Formed, Work…

The Pelješac Bridge needs significant repairs due to a network of cracks, and the renovation work is expected to take months.

Telegram.hr: Zagreb HDZ Compares Underground Bins to Removing Ban Jelačić

The Zagreb branch of the HDZ party compares the installation of underground waste containers in the city square to the communist-era removal of the Ban Jelačić statue, calling both 'political devastations'.

Coach Kovačević has finalized Dinamo Zagreb's lineup for their upcoming European football competitions, while the club is also reportedly presenting a new attacker and considering a potential transfer for player Jakić to Torino.

tportal: Kovačević Decides: This is Dinamo's Lineup for the Hunt for European Millions

Coach Kovačević has finalized Dinamo's squad for their pursuit of qualification in lucrative European football competitions.

Index.hr: HR transfers: Dinamo today presents a new attacker, Jakić goes to Torino?

Reports on Croatian football club Dinamo Zagreb's potential new signing and the possible transfer of player Jakić to Torino.

Two minors were seriously injured after falling from an electric scooter in Vrsi, with one fighting for life. Separately, an expert discussed the survivability of falling into the Adriatic Sea. The country is also bracing for extreme heat, with temperatures expected to rise significantly in four regions.

Jutarnji list: Horror in Vrsi: Two Minors Fall from Electric Scooter, One Fights for Life

Two underage girls fell from an electric scooter in Vrsi, with one of them in critical condition.

tportal: Can a Person Survive Falling Into the Sea? Expert Reveals How Long One Lasts…

An expert discusses the survivability of a person falling into the sea, detailing how long one can last in the Adriatic during the summer.

Večernji list: Extreme Heat Arrives in Croatia: Temperatures Rise in Four Regions

Extreme heat is forecast to hit Croatia, with temperatures expected to increase significantly in four regions, prompting warnings about a heatwave.

Customs authorities have conducted a significant operation, confiscating various items from traders. Separately, the son of Anđa Marić has been convicted of robbery and violence, receiving a partially suspended sentence.

tportal: PHOTO Customs Launch Major Operation: See What They Seized from Traders

The customs agency has conducted a significant operation, confiscating items from various traders.

Jutarnji list: Son of Anđa Marić Convicted: Partially Suspended Sentence

The son of Anđa Marić has been convicted of robbery and violence, receiving a partially suspended sentence. He expressed remorse and cited his mother's illness.