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February the 12th, 2022 - TV and streaming platform lovers across the Republic of Croatia will soon have some new series and films to binge watch as some big names are set to make their way into the country and onto screens within the next few months. As Poslovni Dnevnik/Sergej Novosel Vuckovic writes, Sony Pictures Television and WarnerMedia have announced extensions of their content distribution agreements across Central and Eastern Europe, which will ensure upcoming Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE) feature films on HBO channels and the HBO MAX streaming platform across Croatia and the region, HBO Adria said in a…

February the 12th, 2022 - There is a new Croatian vaccination strategy on the cards according to Croatian Public Health Institute director Krunoslav Capak - going from door to door. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, Health Minister Vili Beros stated that they had first looked at the number of newly infected people, however, that number is no longer so important, especially with the arrival of the Omicron variant. Then they looked at the number of hospitalised people. Given the impact of Omicron, which doesn't cause so many initial respiratory problems, but can still put the elderly who are unvaccinated and who…

February 11, 2022 - When retiring in Croatia, one of the key concerns when considering a move overseas is healthcare, and trying to navigate this space can be a daunting prospect especially for those looking to spend an extended amount of time in Croatia.  We are here to answer some of the questions on healthcare in Croatia by giving a brief overview of available options, covering factors such as costs, accessibility, and quality of healthcare. What type of healthcare is available in Croatia? In Croatia, as either a temporary or permanent resident, you will have access to both state and…

ZAGREB, 11 Feb 2022 - On the occasion of International Day of Women and Girls in Science, observed on 11 February, the Zagreb-based Ruđer Bošković Institute (RBI) issued a statement on Friday regarding the importance of raising awareness of gender equality in science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM). In order to achieve full and equal access to and participation in science for women and girls, and further achieve gender equality and the empowerment of women and girls, in 2015 the UN General Assembly adopted a resolution declaring 11 February as the International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Three in five scientists and…

February 11, 2022 – Considerable controversy has arisen in Croatia this week after artist Stjepan Pranjković was accused of plagiarising a winning proposal for the country's future Euro coin design of the Kuna.  The graphic designer became the object of public scrutiny when members of the public began pointing out similarities between his composition and a photo of a marten taken by British photographer Iain H Leach. Pranjković has since withdrawn the proposal, leaving officials with the task of selecting a new motif before the coins enter circulation in January of next year. Squabbling aside, I want to seize this opportunity…

February the 11th, 2022 - The new Zagrebacka banka instant payment offer is likely to delight the popular bank's clients, making life much easier when sending money quickly and easily in amounts up to 100,000 kuna. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, the brand new Zagrebacka banka instant payment option has been introduced as a new service intended for all its private and business users who have transaction accounts. They can execute their payments with this new option up to a maximum of 100,000 kuna. Zagrebacka banka instant payment is available here in Croatia and are possible in kuna despite the country's…

February the 11th, 2022 - Croatian schoolchildren are being offered ways in which to develop and then showcase their entrepreneurial talents, and it's been paying off. Croatian schoolchildren, more specifically those from down in Dubrovnik-Neretva County and Split-Dalmatia County, have a lot to boast about. As Poslovni Dnevnik writes, ten teams of young people from primary and secondary schools who want to initiate positive changes in their local communities participated in the first UPSHIFT workshop this weekend in Split-Dalmatia and Dubrovnik-Neretva County. The three teams of Croatian schoolchildren won cash prizes in the amount of 7,500 kuna and mentoring support…

February 11, 2022 - Have you planned your 2022 Valentine's Day in Split yet? This should help.  Valentine's Day is around the corner, and whether you're the type of partner that plans ahead or fails to realize your significant other's favorite holiday is only three days away - we have you covered.  Split restaurants are just beginning to reveal romantic menus and Valentine-themed events for this weekend with a selection of special offers fit for all lovers.  Zinfandel Food & Wine Bar  Zinfandel Food & Wine Bar has announced a special fish, meat, and vegetarian menu on Valentine's Day. Enjoy live…

February 10th, 2022 - Even though most supermarket chains in Croatia advertise their sales and offers online, the good old paper catalogue isn't going anywhere. Instead, it seems to be an increasingly profitable means of advertising, luring customers with promises of discounts as inflation soars If you’ve stayed in Croatia long enough that you’d have to go grocery shopping regularly, you will have noticed the stacks of catalogues at the entrance to any supermarket of your choice. Staying or living in a residential building? The catalogues again, this time delivered straight into your mailbox, or left on top of the…

February 10, 2022 - Split city center and Diocletian's Palace will serve as main locations for the new Netflix crime film "The Weekend Away" starring actress and "Gossip Girl" star Leighton Meester. Its first trailer was released yesterday and the film will be available on the streaming platform on March 3. ''The Weekend Away'' is the new Netflix crime film and will premiere on the popular streaming platform on March 3 this year. The protagonist is none other than Leighton Meester, world-renowned for her leading role in the youth series ''Gossip Girl'', where she played Blair Waldorf. Netflix/Screenshot Meester began…