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Deanovec PV project near Zagreb conditionally passes environmental assessment
The project is planned on the territory of Ivanić-Grad in Zagreb county, with a peak capacity of 65.7 MW. The Deanovec site covers 73.2 hectares, of which photovoltaic modules would occupy around 28 hectares. In May, Statkraft OIE, the project...
Tourist arrivals, overnight stays in Croatia hit new high
ZAGREB, Aug. 21 (Xinhua) -- Croatia welcomed a record 15.5 million tourist arrivals and 79.2 million overnight stays as of Aug. 20, both up 1 percent from the same period last year, Croatian Minister of Tourism and Sports Tonci Glavina said...

How tourists visiting Dubrovnik’s City Walls are helping Croatia preserve its cultural heritage
Published on 22/08/2025 - 15:04 GMT+2 Dubrovnik has found an innovative way to use surging tourist numbers to its advantage by using the revenue earned from popular attractions like the City Walls and the Walls of Ston to fund widespread heritage...

Dengue fever warning as climate change to 'drive mosquitoes with disease to UK'
Dengue fever could be infecting people in Britain soon as Asian Tiger mosquitoes migrate to new areas as a result of climate change, according to a new scientific study A deadly mosquito-borne disease could be coming to Britain in just a few...

Meet the MatanX, The Game Changing Croatian e-Vehicle
August the 21st, 2025 – Croatian innovation has been making waves in recent years, with the amazing MatanX taking the stage as the latest revolutionary e-vehicle. As Jutarnji/Novac/Karla Zupicic writes, something completely new is about to come...
EcoCortec® Unveils Next-Gen 3D Bags with Sustainability Benefits
Published: August 20, 2025 EcoCortec®, the European subsidiary of Cortec® Corporation and a leading manufacturer of sustainable VCI/VpCI® packaging, launched a brochure featuring new capabilities of 3D Bags powered by VpCI®, a revolutionary...

Highlights and goals of Charlotte Fc 3-0 Inter Miami en MLS 2025
End of transmission We're off! It has been a pleasure bringing you coverage of the exciting match between Charlotte FC 3-0 Inter Miami on matchday 30 of Major League Soccer. Charlotte moves up to third place. We appreciate your company and passion...

A locals’ guide to cruising Croatia
For those who dream of a Mediterranean idyll, Croatia offers a less-touristy alternative but with similarly sunny weather, pristine beaches and charming old cities. In recent years, savvy travelers have caught on to its less crowded, more tranquil...

Jacksonville, Croatan soccer look ahead after 2-1 win by Cardinals
Like they’ve done in recent years, the Jacksonville and Croatan boys’ soccer teams clashed Tuesday night in an intense, back-and-forth match, action appropriate for state championship programs. While no longer in the same classification following...

Storms and heavy rain to hit much of Croatia
by croatiaweek August 20, 2025 in News The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) has announced new alerts ahead of worsening weather that is set to affect much of the country. After a stretch of sweltering days with temperatures...

Hotels with very specific concierges, from bourbon to sandcastles
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Busy Croatian Road Section to Expand to 6 Lanes
August the 20th, 2025 – One extremely busy Croatian road section might be set to expand to 6 lanes to help relieve traffic, particularly during the busy summer months. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Croatian Roads (Hrvatske ceste) recently launched a...

Highlights and goals of Charlotte Fc 3-0 Inter Miami en MLS 2025
End of transmission We're off! It has been a pleasure bringing you coverage of the exciting match between Charlotte FC 3-0 Inter Miami on matchday 30 of Major League Soccer. Charlotte moves up to third place. We appreciate your company and passion...

The best beaches in Croatia
First-time visitors to Croatia are often startled by the striking turquoise hue of its sea and see-straight-to-the-bottom waters. This Mediterranean sun destination certainly has no shortage of beaches – thanks to its 1,777-km-long (1,104 miles)...

Endangered red panda cubs born at Fota Wildlife Park
Fota Wildlife Park has announced the birth of two endangered red panda (Ailurus fulgens) cubs, born on June 7, 2025 at the County Cork-based conservation centre. The cubs are the offspring of three-year-old mother Suzi, who arrived at Fota...

Is Poland the New Croatia? DW Claims Czech Tourists Think So…
August the 19th, 2025 – Poland is certainly far cooler than Croatia during the summer, and it has definitely found its place on the European tourist map in more recent years, but do Czech tourists prefer it? DW has claimed that Poland is the new...

Why the Mediterranean Has Become a Climate Hotspot
Over the past thirty years—and especially since 2015—the Mediterranean has experienced a dramatic shift in its climate. Air and sea surface temperatures are rising, rainfall is decreasing, yet extreme storms continue to strike. Heatwaves are...

Must-visit stunning European town with crystal-clear waters and breathtaking views
Croatia is renowned for its beautiful beaches and rich culture, yet the town of Makarska remains a hidden gem with few tourists. Boasting white sandy beaches, a dramatic mountain backdrop, and a rich cultural heritage, Makarska offers an ideal mix...

Dalić names Croatia squad for September World Cup qualifiers
Zlatko Dalić Croatia head coach Zlatko Dalić has named a 23-man squad, along with four standby players, for September’s continuation of the European qualifiers for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, which will be held in the USA, Mexico and Canada. After a...

Plenković: Sustainable Peace in Ukraine Must Respect Territorial Integrity
Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković has underlined that any future peace in Ukraine must be both just and sustainable, respecting the country’s territorial integrity and international law. Plenković made the remarks on Sunday after taking...