Waste Pollution Deemed Irreparable as Education Woes Mount
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New revelations from the Croatian anti-corruption agency, USKOK, indicate a severe environmental crisis with 6427 tons of waste in Benkovac Selo, Kukalj, and Gospić. The report confirms the spread of microplastics and heavy metals, with some pollution now considered irreparable, intensifying scrutiny on waste management practices.
The nation's education system faces increasing pressure as parents in Ravni Kotari boycott classes over a teacher accused of sleeping and insulting children, while parents in Zagreb protest persistent issues with school renovations and overcrowding. These incidents are compounded by a new PISA 2025 assessment report, which places the country's education system below the European average.
In other domestic news, authorities have arrested a man in Slatina following the killing of a woman. Concerns have also been raised regarding alleged damage to Croatia's cultural heritage, prompting questions about oversight and responsibility.