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The political landscape is dominated by fresh allegations surrounding National Assembly President Zoran Stevanović, with reports detailing his criminal record and discrepancies in his signing practices. These revelations have sparked intense debate and scrutiny within the parliament and the public. In other key developments, Prime Minister Janez Janša has announced plans for a significant overhaul of the public sector, while opposition parties have initiated constitutional charges against him and an interpellation against Minister Tone Kajzer. Meanwhile, a new 10-year housing program has been launched, aiming to increase public housing and streamline construction processes. Further concerns include the alleged destruction of the public veterinary network, new corruption allegations against Minister Janez Cigler Kralj, and the state's intervention to rescue biopower plants with ties to Minister Franci Matoz. International news reports also indicate that Israeli intelligence services have gathered data on Slovenian activists, adding to the ongoing discussions about foreign policy and security.

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National Assembly President Zoran Stevanović is under intense scrutiny following revelations of his criminal past, including repeated offenses and at least three final convictions. Additionally, reports highlight discrepancies in his signing practices, with allegations of him signing in Cyrillic and other inconsistencies, raising questions about authenticity.

Mladina: Criminal Past of Parliamentary Speaker Under Scrutiny

The Speaker of the National Assembly, Zoran Stevanović, cannot rely on expungement from the criminal record, as he has a history of repeated offenses and at least three final convictions.

Necenzurirano: What is the difference between parliament and Tarča? Why Stevanović is…

This opinion piece delves into the distinction between parliamentary proceedings and a specific show called 'Tarča', questioning the absence of a figure named Stevanović from the former.

Necenzurirano: Stevanović signs in Cyrillic, Mijić signs differently each time

This news report highlights discrepancies in the signing practices of individuals named Stevanović and Mijić, suggesting potential issues with authenticity or fraud.

Slovenia has initiated a comprehensive 10-year housing program designed to significantly increase the availability of public housing and simplify the processes for construction and renovation across the country.

24ur: New housing program for the next 10 years: new public housing, easier…

Slovenia has launched a new 10-year housing program aimed at increasing public housing availability and simplifying construction and renovation processes.

Prime Minister Janez Janša has declared intentions for a significant overhaul of the public sector. Concurrently, opposition parties Svoboda and Levica are initiating constitutional charges against Janša, while the SD party is launching an interpellation against Minister Tone Kajzer, indicating heightened political tensions.

Necenzurirano: Janša announces 'overhaul' of the public sector

Janez Janša, a prominent political figure, has declared his intention to implement a significant reform or 'overhaul' of the public sector.

Necenzurirano: Svoboda and Levica with constitutional charges against Janša, SD with…

The political parties Svoboda and Levica are initiating constitutional charges against Janez Janša, while SD is launching an interpellation against Kajzer.

Dnevnik: Janša's First 100 Days: A 'Blitzkrieg' of Appointments and Conflicts

The first 100 days of the fourth Janša government are characterized by rapid personnel changes and numerous internal and external conflicts.

Minister Janez Cigler Kralj is under investigation by the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption regarding a new car and driver. Meanwhile, Minister Franci Matoz is linked to the state's rescue efforts for biopower plants owned by Hungarian entities and is accused of devising methods to restrict rights. Additionally, the Mijić family faces allegations of owing significant amounts to workers, with details emerging about their Greek apartment.

Necenzurirano: State is rescuing biopower plants owned by Hungarians, who paid millions to…

The government is intervening to support biopower plants owned by Hungarian entities, which had previously paid significant sums to Matoz.

Mladina: Minister Matoz Found a Recipe for Narrowing Rights

Minister Matoz has reportedly devised a method to restrict rights, with the subtitle questioning whether 'can' means 'never'.

Necenzurirano: Cigler Kralj under KPK scrutiny: new car and driver he brought with him

Janez Cigler Kralj is being investigated by the Commission for the Prevention of Corruption (KPK) regarding a new car and a driver he employed.

Necenzurirano: This is the Greek apartment of the Mijićs, who owe workers tens of thousands…

The article reveals details about a Greek apartment owned by the Mijić family, who are alleged to owe substantial amounts of money to their employees.

The proposed radical school reforms are sparking renewed debate, with critics arguing against drastic cuts to the education system, especially in light of concerning PISA results. A separate report highlights Slovenia's significant gender gap in reading literacy among OECD countries, questioning underlying challenges for boys.

Delo: Why Boys Read Worse: The Answer Isn't Only in the Classroom

Slovenia has one of the largest gender gaps in reading literacy among OECD countries. The article questions whether boys face specific challenges that hinder their reading comprehension.

Mladina: First Week: Chainsaw Over Education

The PISA results are concerning, but they cannot be grounds for such radical cuts to the education system.

Reports detail the dismantling of the public veterinary network, raising concerns about reduced care for livestock and domestic animals. Concurrently, new information indicates that Israeli intelligence services have collected data on Slovenian activists, adding to ongoing discussions regarding foreign intelligence operations.

Mladina: Destruction of Public Veterinary Network

An article detailing the dismantling of the public veterinary network, which leads to reduced veterinary care for livestock and domestic animals, and mentions a veterinarian who 'vaccinated' dead cattle.

Mladina: Israeli Intelligence Collected Data on Slovenian Activists

Israeli intelligence services have reportedly gathered information on Slovenian activists.

Matej Lahovnik has been appointed to the state development bank, marking his return to a prominent position. Additionally, Marko Pogačnik, a former Member of Parliament, is set to take on a role related to the 'Second Track' project.

Necenzurirano: Return of Matej Lahovnik: he is sent to the state development bank for an award

This article details the return of Matej Lahovnik to a prominent position, noting his appointment to the state development bank as a reward.

Necenzurirano: Former SDS MP who sold Mercator is coming to the Second Track

This article reports that a former Member of Parliament from the SDS party, who was involved in the sale of Mercator, is set to take on a role related to the 'Second Track' project.

Residents are expressing anger over the mess left by RVs, prompting calls for improved management of tourist vehicle parking. Separately, there's a discussion about the primary function of Slovenia's mountain huts, emphasizing their role as emergency shelters rather than luxury accommodations.

Dnevnik: RV Parking Causes Mess and Outrage Among Residents

Residents are upset by the mess left behind by RVs after they depart, leading to calls for better management of tourist vehicle parking.

24ur: Mountain Huts: Shelters in case of emergency or free hotels with a view

An article discusses the role of mountain huts in Slovenia, describing them as emergency shelters rather than luxury accommodations with views.

A 71-year-old pedestrian was fatally struck by a driver in Rogaška Slatina. Despite immediate efforts to provide aid, the victim died at the scene.

Dnevnik: Rogaška Slatina: Driver Hits 71-Year-Old Pedestrian, Dies at Scene

A fatal traffic accident in Rogaška Slatina where a driver struck and killed a 71-year-old pedestrian, despite efforts to provide aid.

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