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Prime Minister Janez Janša has unveiled plans for a significant restructuring of the public sector, which could impact 50,000 employees. This announcement has immediately sparked debate and raised questions about the future of a substantial portion of the workforce. In a separate and concerning development, a 37-year-old man has died after being restrained by police, with his last words reportedly captured on bodycam footage. This incident has led to calls for thorough investigation into the circumstances of his death. The political landscape continues to be marked by new allegations and investigations. Jože Podgoršek is reportedly receiving a higher salary for leading the Agricultural Chamber amidst financial struggles for farmers. Meanwhile, Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj faces scrutiny over the use of an official car and driver. Further reports highlight the government's intervention to rescue Hungarian-owned biogas plants, and the financial dealings of Member of Parliament Boris Mijić's family are under the spotlight due to alleged debts to workers.

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Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced a major restructuring of the public sector, potentially affecting 50,000 employees, raising significant questions about the plan's implementation and impact. Critics also suggest that the government intends to fund weapons acquisition by taking resources from the populace, and a column discusses the Prime Minister's actions in relation to national sovereignty.

Mladina: Where would Janša send 50,000 public sector employees?

The Prime Minister has announced a restructuring of the public sector, raising questions about the fate of 50,000 employees.

Mladina: "Janša will take from the people for weapons"

A statement suggesting that Prime Minister Janša's government plans to fund weapons acquisition by taking resources from the populace.

Mladina: Janša and our sovereignty

A column by Janko Lorenci discussing Prime Minister Janša's actions and their impact on Slovenia's sovereignty.

A 37-year-old man has died after being restrained by police, with his final words reportedly captured on bodycam footage, prompting calls for investigations into the incident.

24ur: Man Dies After Being Restrained by Police: "I Will Die, Please, I Can't…

A report on the death of a 37-year-old man who died after being restrained by police, with his last words captured on bodycam footage.

Several political figures are facing new scrutiny, including Jože Podgoršek, who is reportedly receiving a higher salary for leading the Agricultural Chamber despite farmers facing economic hardship. Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj is under investigation by the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption regarding the use of an official car and driver. Additionally, a former Member of Parliament from the SDS party has been appointed as the first supervisor for the state-owned…

Necenzurirano: Podgoršek gets higher salary for leading Agricultural Chamber, farmers face…

This article highlights a report indicating that Jože Podgoršek will receive a higher salary while leading the Agricultural Chamber, despite farmers facing a wave of executions, suggesting a disconnect between leadership compensation and the struggles of those they represent.

Necenzurirano: Cigler Kralj under KPK scrutiny: new car and driver provided

The Commission for the Prevention of Corruption (KPK) is investigating Cigler Kralj over the use of a new car and a driver, suggesting potential misuse of public funds or office.

Necenzurirano: Former SDS MP becomes first supervisor of state-owned Telekom

A former Member of Parliament from the SDS party has been appointed as the first supervisor for the state-owned company Telekom.

Necenzurirano: Return of Matej Lahovnik: sent to state development bank for award

This article reports on the return of Matej Lahovnik to a prominent role, being appointed to the state development bank, possibly as an award or recognition.

The government is reportedly intervening to rescue Hungarian-owned biogas plants that had previously paid significant sums to Matoz, raising questions about state aid and political connections. Separately, a report suggests that Hungarian bank executives visited Prime Minister Janez Janša, and this same bank later denied a loan to RTV Slovenia, implying potential political influence in financial decisions.

Necenzurirano: State rescues Hungarian-owned biogas plants that paid millions to Matoz

The government is reportedly intervening to save biogas plants owned by Hungarian entities, which had previously paid significant sums to Matoz, raising questions about state aid and political connections.

Necenzurirano: At Janša's, Hungarian bank executives visit; bank denied RTV loan

The report suggests that Hungarian bank executives visited Janez Janša, and this same bank subsequently denied a loan to RTV Slovenia, implying potential political influence or favoritism in financial decisions.

Member of Parliament Boris Mijić is facing allegations concerning a Greek apartment and a new house, while his family is accused of owing significant amounts of money to workers.

Necenzurirano: This is the Greek apartment of the Mijić family, owing workers tens of…

The article investigates a property in Greece owned by the Mijić family, who are accused of owing significant amounts of money to workers.

Necenzurirano: New Mijić house: The workers and Stevanović knew about it

This report claims that both the defrauded workers and Stevanović were aware of the existence of a new house belonging to Mijić.

Concerns about surveillance persist, with an investigation into the widespread presence of Pegasus spyware in Europe and questions about whether Slovenian phones are also compromised. Additionally, Dr. Bogomir Kovač argues that Slovenia's divergence from the EU's liberal principles could jeopardize its status and financial support from the EU.

Mladina: Slovenia's distancing from the EU's liberal core means losing its position as…

Dr. Bogomir Kovač argues that Slovenia's divergence from the EU's liberal principles risks its status and financial support from the EU.

Mladina: The Pegasus spyware program is present throughout Europe, the latest case is…

An investigation into the presence of the Pegasus spyware in Europe, specifically questioning if Slovenian phones are also compromised.

Legal matters include an explanation of compulsory inheritance share and its eligibility. Social issues highlight an alleged abuse case in Velenje involving demands for sexual relations for horse riding, and the ongoing four-year investigation into alleged sexual abuse of minors by an equestrian coach in Ljubljana. Additionally, an individual faces criminal charges for animal cruelty after hiding dead cows under manure.

Dnevnik: Inheritance Law: Everything You Need to Know About Compulsory Share

This article explains the legal aspects of compulsory inheritance share, detailing who is eligible to claim it and the applicable amounts.

Dnevnik: Velenje Abuse Case: Man Allegedly Demanded Sexual Relations for Horse Riding

A report from Velenje details threats and extortion, where a man allegedly demanded sexual relations in exchange for better horse riding experiences.

Dnevnik: Ljubljana Equestrian Case: Where Does the Alleged Abuse of Minors Stand After…

Four years later, this story investigates the progress of a legal case involving alleged sexual abuse of minors by an equestrian coach in Ljubljana.

Dnevnik: Animal Cruelty: Man Hid Dead Cows Under Manure, Now Faces Criminal Charges

An individual is facing criminal charges for hiding dead cows under manure, an act of animal cruelty.

Severe storms with gusty winds are approaching from the southwest of the country, bringing localized downpours. Separately, the availability of affordable housing is highlighted as a significant national issue, extending beyond municipal concerns.

24ur: Severe Storms Approaching from the Southwest with Gusty Winds

Localized downpours are expected as stronger storms with wind gusts approach from the southwest of Slovenia.

Mladina: The issue of affordable housing is not just a city problem, but also a state…

The availability of affordable housing is identified as a significant national issue, extending beyond municipal concerns.

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