Tuesday, 8 September 2026

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Abstract geometric composition
Labin

Damir Sobota opens 'Reflections of the System' exhibition in Labin

The artist presents works based on geometric abstraction and spatial reflection, with an emphasis on the creative process.

Fire engine on dry land
Croatia

Firefighters prevent fire spreading in Srednja Strana

Local authorities highlight causes as firefighters contain blaze near roadside.

View of Poreč with a sailboat
Culture

Poreč welcomes world champions and musical spectacle

The town on the Istrian coast becomes the hub of a European sporting and cultural event, with a focus on sailing, classical music, and local producers, from 3 to 7 September.

Concert at dusk
Culture

Manifest 'Umago Summer' closed with concerts

The 'Umago Summer' manifest included thirty concerts, four dance evenings, and humanitarian projects, marking the cultural summer period.

Stylized silhouette of an aircraft above a stormy sky
Airspace

Putin: Zelensky's proposal to close the sky is terrorism

The Russian president condemned the Ukrainian leader's statement, calling it a threat, as both sides confirmed an escalation in the airspace.

Detail of a Gothic painting on stone
Culture

Splendor of Istria: Exhibition opens at the Draguš Museum

The exhibition of wall paintings at the House of Frescoes highlights artistic exchange and works from the 15th century, emphasising the link between local tradition and European influences.

Solemn oath-taking by conscripts in uniform
Basic training

A thousand conscripts swear allegiance to the Homeland at four locations

The third cohort of basic military training has completed its course, with state secretaries highlighting the success of the model for returning to compulsory service.

People in wheelchairs at an accessible location
Croatia

Brod-Posavina County signs contract for transport of people with disabilities

The county has secured funding for the transport of vulnerable groups, including those with disabilities, through a new agreement with the Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Tennis ball on cracked ground
Sports

Wawrinka without a wildcard for the US Open, but grateful for the support

Swiss tennis player Stan Wawrinka, despite receiving wild cards for other Grand Slam tournaments, was not granted a wildcard for the season-ending event in New York, a move that sparked reactions, but he remains grateful for the support.

Damaged car leaning against a wall
Rovinj crash

Young Italian driver crashes into wall in Rovinj; car owner fined

A minor Italian citizen without a driving licence caused a traffic accident in Rovinj, and the car owner has been issued a fine.

External view of the stone facade section
Knin church

Rošin on Knin church controversies: Concrete execution was perfect

Architect Jerko Rošin claims his original design for the Knin church was at its best in the concrete phase, while the City of Knin cites another author for the interior.

The town of Pazin is set to open a new children's centre, supported by EU funding.
Children's House

Pazin to receive Children's House, EU funds 2.24m euros

The town of Pazin has secured European funding for the reconstruction of a building into a Children's House, with works set to begin this autumn.

Stormy waves along the coast
Weather forecast

DHMZ issues yellow warnings for strong winds along the northern coast

Warnings apply to the Kvarner, the Veliki Kanal, and Istria, with specific timeframes for each region.

Empty football field in fog
NK Buja

Ivan Brečević once again takes the helm

Following the departure of the previous manager, Franko Čupić, the role is taken by former player and coach Ivan Brečević, completing the circle in the management of the local club.

Singer on stage
Pula

Zorica Kondža concert in Pula postponed to 28 August

The date was moved due to the forecast of bad weather, with tickets remaining valid for the new date.

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