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Sunday, August 16, 2026
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New allegations of public fund misuse have surfaced, targeting Janez Cigler Kralj, the Minister of Agriculture. Separately, an investigation is scrutinizing the opaque funding sources of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy, Labour, and Sport Anže Logar's political campaign, raising concerns about transparency in political financing.
Political attacks continue to target President Nataša Pirc Musar and the Constitutional Court, with Žan Mahnič, a Member of the National Assembly, reportedly criticizing judges. Meanwhile, environmental concerns are escalating, with an ecologist sharply criticizing the government's perception of water resources and questions being raised about energy projects on warming rivers. The nation is also grappling with detailed reports of a sophisticated cyberattack.
In cultural news, Slovenia mourns the passing of the esteemed actress Milena Zupančič. Other domestic stories include discussions on healthcare paradoxes, children's mental health, and ongoing societal issues.
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Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj is facing new allegations of misusing public funds for personal expenses, specifically for a family car. Separately, a report investigates how an individual, previously bankrupt, acquired significant assets for land development near Ljubljana, raising questions about financial propriety.
Necenzurirano:
Minister Cigler Kralj Bought Us a Family Car Again at State Expense
An investigative report reveals alleged misuse of public funds by a minister for personal expenses, specifically the purchase of a car for family use.
Necenzurirano:
He Was in Personal Bankruptcy, Now He Has 800 Thousand Euros for Plots Near…
This news report investigates how an individual, previously in personal bankruptcy, managed to acquire significant assets for land development near Ljubljana, raising questions about financial dealings.
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An investigation has raised concerns about the transparency of political campaign funding, specifically scrutinizing Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Economy, Labour, and Sport Anže Logar's campaign, where the source of a significant portion of the money remains unknown.
Necenzurirano:
Logar's Campaign Among the Most Expensive. The Source of Most Money is Unknown
This investigation scrutinizes the funding of a political campaign, raising concerns about transparency and the undisclosed sources of significant campaign finances.
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Political attacks targeting President Nataša Pirc Musar and the Constitutional Court continue, with Žan Mahnič, a Member of the National Assembly, reportedly attacking constitutional judges. These actions are seen as part of a deliberate tactic to undermine oversight of power.
Mladina:
Attack on the President
Attacks on the president and the constitutional court are part of a deliberate political tactic to undermine oversight of power.
Necenzurirano:
Mahnič Attacks Constitutional Judges, SDS Ideologue Jambrek on Ignoring…
This article reports on political tensions and attacks on the judiciary, detailing accusations made by a politician against constitutional judges and an ideologue's stance on legal decisions.
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An ecologist, Dr. Toman, has strongly criticized the state's fundamental misunderstanding of Slovenia's water resources. Further concerns are raised about megaprojects planned for energy exploitation on rivers, particularly as rivers like the Sava are experiencing warming temperatures.
Dnevnik:
Ecologist Dr. Toman Critiques: State Wrongly Believes Slovenia Has Abundant…
An interview with ecologist Dr. Toman expresses strong criticism of the state's perception of water resources in Slovenia, suggesting a fundamental misunderstanding.
Mladina:
Cooking the Sava River
With rivers warming, this article questions megaprojects planned for their energy exploitation.
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A news outlet has provided a detailed account of a sophisticated cyberattack it faced, explaining the methods used by attackers and highlighting the global nature of the assault, involving bots and devices from 40 different countries.
Necenzurirano:
Bots and Devices from 40 Countries: This is How They Tried to Crash…
The news outlet details a sophisticated cyberattack it faced, explaining the methods used by attackers and highlighting the global nature of the assault.
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Slovenian actress Milena Zupančič, a significant figure whose creative work left an indelible mark on the nation's cultural space, has passed away at the age of 79.
Mladina:
Milena Zupančič Has Died
Slovenian actress Milena Zupančič, whose creative work left an indelible mark on the Slovenian cultural space, has passed away.
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An investigative piece uncovered a company name change involving public figures and alleged deceit, while another article analyzes political maneuvering, suggesting a public figure is using international relations to distract from domestic issues.
Necenzurirano:
Snežič Renamed Mijič's Company to Novo necenzurirano #documents
This investigative piece uncovers a company name change involving public figures and alleged deceit, supported by provided documents.
Necenzurirano:
First NATO, Now Russians: How Stevanović is Diverting Our Attention from Mijič
This article analyzes political maneuvering, suggesting that a public figure is using international relations (NATO and Russia) to distract from domestic issues involving another individual.
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An opinion piece highlights the paradox of Slovenians expressing dissatisfaction with their healthcare system despite the global success of the nation's medical professionals, indicating a disconnect between public perception and reality.
Necenzurirano:
Our Paradox: We Complain About Healthcare, While Geniuses in White Coats…
This opinion piece discusses the paradox of Slovenians complaining about their healthcare system while acknowledging the global success of medical professionals, suggesting a disconnect between public perception and reality.
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An article discusses the concerning trend of an increase in diagnosed mental disorders among children, highlighting a growing public health issue.
Mladina:
Children's Mental Health
An article discussing the increase in diagnosed mental disorders among children.
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Reports indicate a continuing confrontation or conflict with foreigners within the country.
Mladina:
Clash with Foreigners Continues
The confrontation or conflict with foreigners is ongoing.
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Culinary expert Miha First has curated a list of the top 10 restaurants in Ljubljana, offering a guide to the city's best dining experiences.
Dnevnik:
List: 10 Best Restaurants in Ljubljana According to Miha First
A curated list presents the top 10 restaurants in Ljubljana, as selected by culinary expert Miha First.
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A social trend is emerging where singles are moving away from dating apps and algorithms, opting instead for traditional, in-person dates, suggesting a return to more 'analog' romance.
24ur:
Love without algorithms: Why singles are returning to live dating
This story explores the trend of singles moving away from dating apps and algorithms in favor of traditional, in-person dates, suggesting a return to more 'analog' romance.
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