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Friday, September 18, 2026
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A former minister, Jože Podgoršek, is now on trial over allegations of receiving free holidays in Bohinj, marking a new phase in the country's persistent efforts to address corruption among public figures. This development comes as e-scooter accidents have claimed four lives, bringing urgent attention to growing public safety concerns related to their use.
The political landscape continues to grapple with various allegations, including reports of Hungarian bank executives visiting Prime Minister Janez Janša's office prior to a loan denial for RTV Slovenia, and scrutiny over politician Boris Mijić's property financing and alleged secret campaign funding for the Democrats party. Meanwhile, Tomaž Erjavec has taken the helm as the acting general director of UKC Ljubljana, the largest healthcare institution. Looking ahead, four referendums scheduled for October are poised to be the first significant test of the current power balance following recent elections. [cite: Necenzurirano-Hungarian, Necenzurirano-Mijic, Necenzurirano-Logar…
Beyond political and safety issues, societal discussions are ongoing regarding the true scale of the public sector, the factors driving escalating housing prices, and broader analyses of the nation's economic future. In other news, a gas station in Kranj was robbed by armed individuals, and a man was detained for continued disturbances. [cite: 24ur-robbery, 24ur-detained, Mladina-Dismantling, Mladina-Prices]
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The trial of former minister Jože Podgoršek has officially begun, facing allegations of receiving free holidays in Bohinj. This development brings a new focus to the ongoing scrutiny of public figures and government conduct within the country.
Necenzurirano:
Former Minister's Trial Begins Over Alleged Free Holidays in Bohinj
The trial of a former minister commences regarding alleged free holidays in Bohinj, with implications for agriculture and government conduct.
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E-scooters are becoming a significant public safety issue, with four reported deaths in accidents. Riders frequently disregard traffic rules, leading to a rise in incidents, particularly on sidewalks.
Delo:
E-scooters a Growing Problem: Four Dead in Accidents
E-scooters are increasingly becoming a problem, with four deaths reported in accidents involving them. Riders frequently break traffic rules, and accidents are becoming more common, with e-scooters often found on sidewalks.
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New allegations continue to surface, including reports of Hungarian bank executives visiting Prime Minister Janez Janša's office shortly before a bank denied a loan to RTV Slovenia, suggesting potential political interference. Further scrutiny involves the financing of politician Boris Mijić's large house and alleged secret funding for the Democrats party, with Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Labour, and Sport Anže Logar remaining silent about campaign donations. Additionally…
Necenzurirano:
Hungarian Bank Chiefs Visited Janša as Bank Denied RTV Loan
Hungarian bank executives reportedly visited Janez Janša's office shortly before a bank denied a loan to RTV Slovenia, suggesting potential political interference.
Necenzurirano:
Janša's Government Sends Two RTV Journalists to Museum of Independence
The former Janša government is reportedly appointing two RTV journalists to the Museum of Independence, raising questions about media influence.
Necenzurirano:
Mijić Started Building Large House Immediately After Elections
Following elections, politician Boris Mijić reportedly began construction of a 320-square-meter house, raising questions about its financing.
Necenzurirano:
Democrats' Secret Funding: Logar Silent on Donations for Lavish Campaign
An investigation into the secret financing of the Democrats party, with presidential candidate Anže Logar remaining silent about donations for his campaign.
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Tomaž Erjavec has taken over leadership as the acting general director of UKC Ljubljana, the country's largest healthcare institution, following the resignation of the previous director.
Mladina:
First Week: Enthusiast of Companies Without People
Introduces Tomaž Erjavec, who is taking over leadership of the largest healthcare institution, UKC Ljubljana.
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Four upcoming referendums in October, covering issues from public broadcasting fees to the voting rights of foreigners, are seen as a crucial political test following the recent elections and will gauge the current balance of power.
Dnevnik:
Politics: Four Referendums – The First Test of Power Balance After Elections
The upcoming referendums in October, covering issues from public broadcasting fees to the voting rights of foreigners, are seen as a crucial political test following the recent elections.
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Ongoing discussions include an editorial debunking claims of an excessively large public sector and analyses of factors contributing to exploding housing prices. Columnists also offer reflections on the nation's economic and social standing, including why it might not achieve the status of Switzerland, and warn of political divisions.
Mladina:
Editorial: Dismantling
Debunks the claim of an excessively large public sector in Slovenia, stating it has the fourth-lowest proportion of public sector employees in the EU.
Mladina:
Exploding Prices
Examines who is inflating housing prices and whether these tactics are effective.
Mladina:
Why Slovenia Won't Be Another Switzerland?
An analysis by Vlado Miheljak on why Slovenia is unlikely to achieve the economic and social standing of Switzerland.
Mladina:
Opening Fronts
Compares the revolutionary fervor of the Slovenian right wing to communist times, warning of similar consequences.
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