Lifestyle
Friday, 18 February 2022
Maternity Hospitals in Croatia Rank Low in Latest Research
February 18, 2022 - A recent research seeking to determine the quality of the childbirth experience during the pandemic in several European countries has exposed maternity hospitals in Croatia, and for all the wrong reasons. The prestigious journal The Lancet Regional Health Europe published this month a scientific paper entitled Quality of health care for mothers and newborns in maternity hospitals during the COVID-19 pandemic: an online survey of mothers' perspectives in 12 WHO countries. The fact that the research was featured on the cover of this scientific journal speaks of its importance on the experience of health care for pregnant women, mothers, and midwives during the…
Friday, 18 February 2022
Bjelovar Veterinary Station Takes Over Dog Shelter in Severin Village
February 18, 2022 - Thanks to a four-year contract initiated by the City of Bjelovar, the dog shelter in Severin village is now run by the Bjelovar Veterinary Station. Based on a public procurement conducted by the City of Bjelovar, the Bjelovar Veterinary Station will care for the stray dogs in the Bjelovar area. The animal shelter is located in the village of Severin and currently cares for 109 dogs. In addition to dogs from the Bjelovar area, the shelter also takes care of dogs from nine municipalities. The four-year care contract is worth two million kuna, and about 240,000…
Friday, 18 February 2022
Those Who Don't Seek Work Through Croatian Employment Service to Lose Health Insurance
February the 18th, 2022 - Those job seekers who aren't registered with the Croatian Employment Service and don't use the service to look for work could end up without any health insurance, it has emerged. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, all unemployed persons who have failed to register themselves with the Croatian Employment Service (CES) could be left without their right to health insurance. Namely, the Croatian Health Insurance Institute (HZZO), as part of their ongoing process of ''cleaning up'' their register, is preparing legal amendments which, twenty years after their initial abolition, will return the provision according to which an…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
New Skate Park Opening on Hidrobaza Beach in Pula
February 17th, 2022 - Construction works are drawing to a close at Hidrobaza beach in Pula, which is getting several new facilities including a skate park, a climbing wall and cycling areas Hidrobaza beach in Štinjan, Pula has been renovated in stages since 2016, when three breakwaters were built to shield the beach from strong waves and ensure retention of loose gravel. The place has a lot to offer, including a dog-friendly beach, an accessible area for people with disabilities, shower stalls and other related facilities. There’s also a promenade, a children’s playground, a basketball court, and several hospitality facilities in…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Croatian Students in the UK: Economic Benefits & Creative Career Opportunities
February 17, 2022 - The UK has seen a steep increase by 227% in the number of Croatian students within 5 academic years. According to official statistics from Erudera.com, 1,180 students from Croatia studied in the UK during the 2019/20 academic year, quite the increase from 360 students in 2014/15. 1,000 of those students were based in England, while the remaining 120 of them were in Scotland and 55 in Wales. So what’s brought on the steep rise of Croatian students in the UK in recent years? The interest to study in the UK first increased when Croatia joined the…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Don't Feed the Gulls! Istria Doubles Down on Seagull Control
February 17th, 2022 - As part of the ongoing efforts to keep the seagull population in check, several cities in Istria are appealing to the public to follow a few rules of conduct A staple feature of the Adriatic coast, seagulls have been more of a nuisance than a pretty sight in recent times. The sleek white birds are growing more daring by the day, nesting in urban areas, rummaging through rubbish bins, and commonly seen swooping in and ripping tasty-looking snacks straight out of the hands of unsuspecting tourists. The avian marauders are becoming more aggressive and are known…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Story Garden at American Corner Rijeka: Storytelling Workshops for Children, in English
February 17th, 2022 - The storytelling workshops are designed to help kids develop their language skills Staying in Rijeka long-term and looking for activities for your little ones? The American Corner Rijeka at the Trsat branch of Rijeka City Library is hosting a series of storytelling events named Story Garden. The workshops will be held in English and are intended for kids aged 5-6. The first Story Garden event is scheduled for Wednesday, February 23rd with a 6pm start. Six workshops will be held, each 45 minutes long, taking place each Wednesday at 6 pm until March 30th. Children aren’t…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Retiring in Croatia as a Non-EU National: Navigating Taxes
17 February 2022 - While retiring abroad may be a dream for some, it is not an easy decision to make especially when considering financial implications such as taxes. Depending on what country you are moving from, you may even face double taxation. Here are some useful takeaways to help you make a more informed decision before relocating to Croatia. The information provided here is for general informational purposes only. If you require specific expertise on your current tax situation, please consult a specialized accountant or contact the Croatian Tax Administration. Figuring out taxes can be notoriously confusing and frustrating.…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Rimac Nevera First US and EU-Certified Electric Hypercar
February 17th, 2022 - Nevera passed all crash tests and is ready to be shipped to customers Croatian entrepreneur Mate Rimac announced on Facebook that the all-electric hypercar Nevera passed all crash tests and is ready to hit the road. The announcement reads: Nevera has completed all crash tests. After 45 crash-tests and 9 complete cars destroyed in the process (and many many parts), we’ve made it – Nevera is the first US & EU certified electric hypercar! All EU destructive, static and dynamic tests are completed – so the EU homologation is completely done. We have a few more…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Milkmaids of Grobnik: Walking the Long Road Between Farm and Table
LOFebruary 17th, 2022 - Adding a splash of milk to a cup of coffee is an act so simple in itself, we tend to forget how much work and effort was once required to supply a single town with dairy produce. Meet the milkmaids of Grobnik, the women who travelled unimaginable distances on foot each morning to ensure every household in Rijeka had fresh milk on the table Historically, the city of Rijeka has never been known for thriving agriculture. The urban area of Rijeka takes up a strip of land between the Kvarner gulf in the south and a…
Thursday, 17 February 2022
10th Indirekt Music Festival in Umag Announces First 5 Artists
February 17, 2022 - After a two-year break, the 10th Indirekt music festival will be held in Umag on June 10 and 11 this year! How does an extended weekend at sea sound, embraced by the pine forest shade, warm rays of the sun, and the scent of festival season in the air - bold with the art and riffs of musicians who have conquered and shaken the domestic, regional, and international music scene? Meet the smallest, biggest festival of the summer - Indirekt! Not everyone can unite the best of the domestic and regional independent scene in one weekend.…
