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The EU is importing more LNG than pipeline gas: How bad is for the climate?
The first quarter of 2025 has marked a significant shift in EU gas imports. For the first time, the bloc seems to be importing more liquefied natural gas (LNG) than natural gas through pipelines: 8.4 million tonnes compared with 8.2 million...

This Unusual Maze in Croatia Is Worth a Visit
July the 3rd, 2025 – Sea, sun, mountains, beaches… you’ve heard it all. What about an unusual maze in Croatia that changes its location each year? As Putni kofer writes, be it pumpkin seed oil or škrlet…. Ivanić-Grad is well known for the liquid...

Croatia officially has one of the cleanest seas
by croatiaweek June 28, 2025 in News Croatia is renowned for its clear, clean sea Croatia has been ranked among the top five countries in Europe for water quality, according to the latest report by the European Environment Agency. Whether you...

Croatian Tourism Minister Praises June Numbers, But Issues Warning
June the 28th, 2025 – Croatian Tourism Minister Tonči Glavina has praised June’s excellent tourist numbers, but has issued yet another warning surrounding prices in the sector. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Croatian Tourism Minister Tonči Glavina...

Croatia has Huge Potential in Authentic Tourism Offer
June the 28th, 2025 – Croatia has some truly enormous potential in the authentic tourism offer, as tourists are now seeking something much deeper than a mere holiday in the sun. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, travel is a luxury for some, a necessity...

The Red Weather Alarm in Croatia is still on Today
The State Hydrometeorological Institute of the Croatian Civil Protection Operations Center has issued a red heat warning for today as well. The weather in Croatia is extremely dangerous due to a heat wave, and a red weather alert was in effect for...

Europe heatwave latest as Met Éireann pinpoints 'unseasonable' weather for Ireland
While mainland Europe and the UK bake in record-breaking heatwaves, mild and muggy weather is set to hang around Ireland for a while. Experts forecast much windier, wet conditions before the week is out. Meanwhile, European holiday hotspots are...

Croatia’s Žito Group launches IPO
Croatian agri-food giant Žito Group on June 26 launched a public offering of shares, aiming to raise between €118mn and €141mn to fund investments and strategic acquisitions as it prepares for a listing on the Zagreb Stock Exchange. Of that total,...

Could dengue spread in the UK? Experts fear climate change could bring tropical diseases to Europe
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Investments for Samobor and Zagreb Area Loom
July the 2nd, 2025 – Investments for both Samobor and the wider Zagreb area are on the cards, with the second phase of the Sambor RC Zone planned for 2026. The initial, impressive phase of the largest Croatian logistics and distribution centre was...

Politico: Lethal Heat Is Europe’s New Climate Reality with Thousands at Risk
Europe is facing a deadly new climate challenge as a severe heatwave grips Southern Europe, pushing temperatures beyond 40 degrees Celsius and putting thousands of lives at risk over the coming days, according to experts. Southern Europe is...

On Sustainable Population Growth: Human Values
“Population growth can exacerbate environmental degradation when it increases pressure on natural resources and generates more waste and emissions. Sustainable development requires policies that balance population trends with economic growth,...

Tracing family roots in Croatia – a chat with Matea
Matea Ćutuk (Photo: Private album) More and more people of Croatian descent around the world are becoming curious about uncovering their family roots in the homeland, but many find themselves unsure of where to begin their journey of discovery. To...

Croatia travel warning as people could be fined or jailed
The Foreign Office has warned of wildfires in Croatia. The country is a popular destination for holidaymakers and can boast beautiful coastlines, historic towns and warm weather. Tourism has increased in Croatia in recent years and it is now among...

News digest: Pellegrini, in Zagreb, confirms interest in LNG, urges EU to talk to Russia
Good evening. Here is the Tuesday, July 1 edition of Today in Slovakia - the main news of the day in less than five minutes. Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement 'Slovakia is not Hungary,' says...

EBRD provides €25 million loan to PBZ Leasing in Croatia
(Credit: Unsplash) This article is brought to you in association with EBRD. EBRD extends €25 million loan to PBZ Leasing Funds will be lent on to MSMEs in Croatia 30 per cent of facility will be used to finance green assets The European Bank for...

Croatian Brand Podravka Eyes Expansion to Australia
June the 26th, 2025 – The much loved Croatian brand Podravka is eyeing expansion to the other side of the world – Australia. There are other foreign expansion targets closer to home on the radar, too. As Sinisa Malus/Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the...
Heatwaves, oligarchs and global chaos: Welcome to the era of climate change
IS THERE INTELLIGENT life out there? That was the question posed in the 2008 film, ‘The Day The Earth Stood Still’. Here, an alien has arrived on Earth on a mission to save the planet… from humans. The visitor, called Klaatu, explains the...

India PM Modi’s visit to Cyprus, Croatia boost tech ties
Homepage > News > Business > India PM Modi’s visit to Cyprus, Croatia boost tech ties Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to Cyprus, Canada, and Croatia has injected new momentum into India’s global partnerships, with a focus on...

Installation of Super Fast Electric Car Chargers in Croatia Begins
July the 1st, 2025 – The installation of super fast electric car chargers in 30 locations across Croatia and Slovenia has now begun. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Eleport, a provider of electric vehicle charging infrastructure, has entered into a...