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New allegations of financial misconduct have emerged, specifically targeting Minister of Education, Science and Youth Borut Rončević over the sale of a state-funded faculty, and Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj for allegedly misusing public funds for a family car. These accusations intensify the ongoing scrutiny of governmental financial dealings. In a significant political development, Member of the National Assembly Žan Mahnič has proposed limiting President Nataša Pirc Musar's access to classified information, escalating political pressure on the head of state. This comes amidst reports of an online petition for the resignation of National Assembly President Zoran Stevanović being suspended due to a cyberattack. Slovenia is also anticipating a politically charged autumn with upcoming referendums, local elections, and the 'Black Cube' affair. Economically, citizens are concerned about a projected 12 percent increase in food prices and broader autumn inflation. Meanwhile, in a brighter development, NBA star Luka Dončić has arrived in the country to host the Los Angeles Lakers.

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Fresh allegations of financial misconduct have surfaced, with Minister of Education, Science and Youth Borut Rončević accused of enriching himself through the sale of a state-funded faculty. Separately, Minister of Agriculture Janez Cigler Kralj is under scrutiny for allegedly using state funds to purchase a family car for the second time, adding to concerns about the misuse of public resources.

Necenzurirano: How the school minister got rich by selling a state-funded faculty

An investigative report details how a school minister allegedly amassed wealth through the sale of a university faculty that receives state funding, raising questions about ethics and potential conflicts of interest.

Necenzurirano: Minister Cigler Kralj, we bought the family car again at state expense

An investigation reveals that Minister Cigler Kralj allegedly used state funds to purchase a family car for the second time, pointing to potential misuse of public resources.

Political attacks on President Nataša Pirc Musar are escalating with Member of the National Assembly Žan Mahnič proposing to limit her access to classified information. Concurrently, an online petition calling for the resignation of National Assembly President Zoran Stevanović, which had gathered nearly 70,000 signatures, has been suspended due to a cyberattack.

Mladina: Stopping Online Petition for Stevanović's Resignation

An online petition for the resignation of Stevanović, which had garnered nearly 70,000 signatures, has been a victim of a cyberattack, leading to its suspension.

Mladina: Mahnič Proposes Limiting President's Access to Classified Data

A government ministry is proposing to restrict the President's access to classified information, a move that is likely to spark political debate.

Mladina: Attack on the President

The article discusses attacks on the President and the Constitutional Court as deliberate political tactics to prevent oversight of power.

Mladina: Comment: Who Will Stop Mahnič?

This commentary piece questions who will prevent Mahnič from taking certain actions, implying a controversial political figure or policy.

Slovenia is preparing for a 'hot autumn' filled with significant political events, including referendums and local elections, alongside the unfolding 'Black Cube' affair. Separately, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy, Labour, and Sport Anže Logar's campaign finances are under scrutiny, with reports indicating it was one of the most expensive and the origin of much of the funding remains unknown.

Dnevnik: Hot Autumn for Janša's Government: Referendums, Local Elections, and Black Cube

Slovenia is bracing for a busy autumn with key political events including referendums, local elections, and the 'Black Cube' affair, impacting the current government.

Necenzurirano: Logar's campaign among the most expensive. Origin of most money unknown

This report focuses on the campaign finances of Anže Logar, suggesting his campaign was one of the most expensive, with the origin of a significant portion of the funds remaining undisclosed.

Slovenia faces economic apprehension as food prices are projected to rise by 12 percent, with broader autumn inflation concerns extending to energy costs. In military news, questions are being raised about the Slovenian Army's acquisition of 3000 'exotic' missiles, prompting an analysis of the strategic rationale behind the purchase.

Delo: Food Prices Up 12 Percent. What Will Be Most Affected?

Fear of autumn inflation not only concerns food prices but also energy costs.

Dnevnik: Slovenian Army Acquires 'Exotic' Weapons: Why Buy 3000 Missiles?

An analysis questions the purchase of 3000 missiles for the Slovenian Army, describing the weaponry as 'exotic' and exploring the strategic rationale behind the acquisition.

A prominent news site highlights a deep concern for the decline or potential extinction of the Slovenian nation, issuing a plea for help and a call to action. This reflects a societal unease regarding the country's future.

Mladina: Maria, Help Us!

This headline and accompanying text suggest a concern about the decline or potential extinction of the Slovenian nation, with a plea for help and a call to action.

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