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The front page of Mladina highlights domestic political issues in Slovenia, including criticism of the Janša government's actions towards NGOs and a commentary on Janez Janša's attacks on public television. It also covers local elections in Ljubljana and a controversial law. International news…

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The (un)true NGOs ↗

Front page lead

The Janša government's populist move is a long-term blow to Karitas, Catholic scouts, and even the Bible society.

TV Commentary: Angry Janez Janša ↗

Janez Janša brutally attacked public television in his first post-election statement, reminiscent of the worst totalitarians.

What is the power of the right in Ljubljana? ↗

An analysis of the right-wing parties' voter base in the capital and SDS's potential to influence the mayoral race.

Poll: Second Round in Ljubljana: Janković and Mesec ↗

The second round of mayoral elections in Ljubljana features candidates Janković and Mesec.

SDS Concerned for Trump's Reputation ↗

The SDS party expresses concern about the reputation of Donald Trump.

Minister's Boycott of Film Festival ↗

A minister's boycott of a film festival is discussed.

Who Wrote the Minister's Law? ↗

The Ministry of Health is unable to answer how a controversial prevention law was created.

Children of the Homeland ↗

A report from French protests that began as a student uprising.

Babies in the European Parliament ↗

The presence of babies in the European Parliament is noted.

Will Political Activity Be Banned at University? ↗

A discussion on whether political activity will be prohibited at the university.

Important Message for Those Watching the Government ↗

An important message is conveyed for individuals who are scrutinizing the government.

Victory of Common Sense ↗

Civil society has overcome arrogant authority.

Interview: 'Young People See Betrayal in the Country' ↗

Historian of ideas François Cusset states that young people increasingly see betrayal in the country, calling it the most terrible crisis.

Column: A Push Towards Post-Capitalism? ↗

The article discusses a potential shift towards post-capitalism, touching on environment and society in a vicious cycle.

Column: Referendum and Elections as People's Holiday ↗

An analysis of referendums and upcoming local elections, viewing them as a public holiday.

Column: The Solution (Pessimism Dies Last) ↗

This column offers a solution, suggesting that pessimism is the last to die.

Column: The First Swallow ↗

The author uses the metaphor of the first swallow to signify the arrival of spring and important beginnings.

Column: Hall and Woodford ↗

The world competes not with inflation control, but with managing rare metals, semiconductor factories, and artificial intelligence.

Column: Golden Ratio ↗

The author's friend Lordan Zafranović has demeaned his art with an agreement with an autocrat, under which 'anti-state' artists lost the right to work.