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Adriatic Allure: China’s Relationship with Croatia and What India Can Offer in Its Search for New Strategic Partners in Europe
This article is part of a series of articles authored by young, aspiring China scholars under the Future CHOICE initiative. As the South Asian giant enters Croatia’s infrastructure market, the EU continues to seek clarity amid China’s growing...
Croatia’s first urban “Crošnjica” forest is planted
by croatiaweek October 18, 2025 in News (Photo: Igor Pavlović) Zaprešić has become home to Croatia’s first urban “Crošnjica” – a mini forest made up of 24 native plant species, planted by 150 volunteers to mark the town’s 30th anniversary. The...
Slovenian equity fund buys major Croatian private hospital
Zagreb, 21 October - Alfi, Slovenia's largest private equity fund, has become a majority owner of one of the largest private hospitals in Croatia by taking over a majority stake in Origo Zdravlje, the sole owner of Sveta Katarina hospital in...
First Destination by Hyatt in Croatia opening
by croatiaweek October 21, 2025 in News (Photo: Sealeven Hotel & Residences) The Opatija Riviera is set to welcome a new luxury landmark as Sealeven Hotel & Residences joins the prestigious Destination by Hyatt collection, marking the brand’s...
Cyprus: Croatian Worker Hospitalized in Paphos After Accidental Chemical Ingestion
Home Cyprus Cyprus: Croatian Worker Hospitalized in Paphos After Accidental Chemical Ingestion A Croatian worker is being treated at Paphos General Hospital after reportedly ingesting a chemical substance at a factory in the Ayia Varvara...
Greece Leads EU in Out-of-Pocket Health Spending
Recent data from Eurostat reveal significant disparities across European Union countries in household spending on healthcare. Greece stands out, with more than one in three citizens (34.3%) paying out of pocket for medical services, compared with...
Mum borrows £15k to get son home after 40ft balcony fall in Croatia
A mum says she's been forced to take out a £15,000 loan to get her son home after he fell 40ft from a hotel balcony. Sarah Hannington's son Will Hannington had flown to Dubrovnik in Croatia on September 24 to enjoy a week in the sun with friends,...
Ukraine’s poultry sector expands despite war pressures
MHP leads market as new investments lift outlook Ukraine’s poultry industry remains dominated by large, vertically integrated producers that control nearly the entire chicken meat supply chain, according to a recent USDA-FAS report. These...
General Hospital Spoilers: Faison’s Trusted Partner – Jerry Jacks?
General Hospital spoilers and updates tease that the identity of the mysterious partner of Cesar Faison (Anders Hove), whom Jack Brennan (Chris L. McKenna) wanted, is simply revealed. Valentin Cassadine (James Patrick Stuart) either didn’t want to...
Hilton signs new resort on Lopud Island as brand expands presence in Croatia
Hilton has signed a management agreement for Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa, its first property on Lopud Island and third under its flagship brand in Croatia. LOPUD ISLAND, CROATIA – Hilton has expanded its presence in Croatia with the signing of...
Croatian MEPs back EU ban on social media for under-13s
by croatiaweek October 16, 2025 in News BRUSSELS/ZAGREB, 16 October 2025 (Hina) – Members of the European Parliament have backed swift enforcement of the Digital Services Act and new restrictions on addictive online practices to better protect...
Hilton Expands Resorts Portfolio with New Signing in Croatia under Flagship Brand
Hilton (NYSE: HLT) today announced the signing of Hilton Lopud Beach Resort & Spa, following a management agreement with Anker Grupa d.o.o. The resort, located on the picturesque Lopud Island near Dubrovnik, will offer guests a blend of comfort...
Croatia Tightens Rules for Foreign Workers
Pushback over foreign-language advertising is just one sign of Croatia’s problem with foreign labor as it desperately searches for young workers. “Home is closer than you think” shout billboards for the German supermarket chain Kaufland in Zagreb,...
Synergy – The Retreat Show 2025 welcomes delegation to Sardinia and announces Croatia for 2026 event
The fourth edition of Synergy – The Retreat Show took place between 7-10 October in Sardinia, welcoming nearly 300 attendees from 53 countries in a programme of workshops, panels and discussions that explored the theme, The Role of the Arts in...
Skeletons in 1,700-year-old Croatian mass grave are Roman soldiers: study
Archaeologists have confirmed that skeletons discovered in a mass grave in the eastern Croatian city of Osijek belonged to Roman soldiers, shedding new light on one of the bloodiest battles of the Roman Empire's 3rd century crisis. The remains of...
Health is a Political Choice: Global Leaders Call for Shared Responsibility at the World Health Summit
Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience on day 2 of the World Health Summit, the leading platform for global health. Against the backdrop of geopolitical crises, global...
Health is a Political Choice: Global Leaders Call for Shared Responsibility at the World Health Summit, Gallup and GPMB Release Landmark Reports on Emotional Wellbeing and Pandemic Preparedness
BERLIN, GERMANY - Newsaktuell - 14 October 2025 - Global leaders reaffirmed their commitment to health as a political priority and a cornerstone of peace and resilience on day 2 of the World Health Summit, the leading platform for global health....
€200 million Pical Resort in Poreč to open in 2026 – Croatia’s most ambitious tourism project
CEO of Valamar, Željko Kukurin, and Croatia’s Minister of Tourism and Sport, Tonči Glavina (Photo: Press/Valamar) A €200 million investment currently under construction in Poreč has been hailed as the most significant project in Croatian tourism...
USD visits Viejas Arena for basketball exhibition with roster that includes, yes, European pros
As part of West Coast Conference basketball media day last week in Las Vegas, players were ushered to a room for promotional video spots. In the middle of the room was a long table where you tried to roll ping pong balls into mini nets attached to...