Bedbugs return to Sarajevo’s high-rises
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Sarajevo's Alipašino Polje neighborhood is experiencing a renewed problem with bedbug infestations, a situation that has prompted local media coverage. This marks a new public health concern for residents in the capital.
Meanwhile, new social issues have come to light with alarming statistics on gambling and youth substance abuse. Citizens across Bosnia and Herzegovina have reportedly spent 1.8 billion KM on gambling, with children as young as six years old engaging in the activity. Additionally, in Tuzla, over half of hospitalized minors have tested positive for psychoactive substances, highlighting a growing addiction problem among the youth.
In other news, Brigadier General James C. Fowler, Commander of NATO HQ Sarajevo, emphasized that the path towards NATO represents a significant opportunity for the country. Separately, a detailed analysis of heating costs in Sarajevo reveals that residents face substantial expenses, comparing district heating, pellet, and electricity options for a 60-square-meter apartment.