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National & Local

After the attack on Thompson, the Israeli ambassador to Bosnia and Herzegovina stated: I appreciate his statement.

The Israeli ambassador's comments following a controversial concert by Croatian singer Marko Perkovića Thompson sparked significant political and social debate in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Feb 18 • 15:07 UTC
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National & Local

Scream after victory: We are not yet aware of what has happened to us

The Croatian music group Lelek reflects on their unexpected victory at Dore 2026, which will take them to the 70th Eurovision in Vienna.

Feb 16 • 09:30 UTC
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National & Local

The Lelek Group Won the Dora 2026: They Will Represent Croatia at the Eurovision in Vienna

The Croatian ethno-pop group Lelek triumphed at Dora 2026 and will represent Croatia at the Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna with their song 'Andromeda'.

Feb 16 • 06:26 UTC
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National & Local

Colorful Costumes and the Sound of Hooves: Vinkovci Shone in Full Carnival Glory

Vinkovci celebrated its annual carnival with vibrant traditional costumes, music, and a sense of community.

Feb 14 • 17:00 UTC
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National & Local

Thompson Delighted Široki Brijeg with His Performance: Check Out the Most Beautiful Photographs

Marko Perković Thompson held a spectacular concert in Široki Brijeg, with the full audience passionately singing along to patriotic hits.

Feb 14 • 09:00 UTC
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National & Local

Porin announced nominations: Amorose nominated in the spiritual music category

The 33rd edition of the Porin music awards will take place on March 7 in Split, with notable nominations from the Croatian music scene including Amorose in the spiritual music category.

Feb 13 • 21:00 UTC
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National & Local

Passed to the finals: The Lelek group found inspiration in Croatian Catholic women from Bosnia and Herzegovina

The Lelek group, inspired by the struggle and resilience of Croatian Catholic women from Bosnia and Herzegovina, has advanced to the finals of the Dora festival with their song.

Feb 13 • 14:00 UTC
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National & Local

The first finalists of the Eurovision Song Contest selection are known

The first semi-final of the Croatian selection for the Eurovision Song Contest has concluded, determining eight finalists for the upcoming Dore 2026.

Feb 13 • 07:53 UTC
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National & Local

Butković: Thompson's songs do not endanger anyone, therefore I condemn the politics of prohibitions

Croatian Deputy Prime Minister Oleg Butković defended singer Marko Perković Thompson, stating that his songs do not threaten anyone and criticized policies aimed at banning his performances.

Feb 12 • 21:45 UTC
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National & Local

Polšak Palatinuš: Paradise for the People – A New Version of Mile Kekin's Song

Mile Kekin has released a new song that reflects his perspective on Croatian society, blending sincerity with his usual self-irony.

Feb 10 • 06:30 UTC
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National & Local

How Karlo Metikoš Became Matt Collins in Paris in the Early Sixties

Karlo Metikoš, a Croatian musician, navigated the music scene in Yugoslavia and later reinvented himself as Matt Collins in Paris during the 1960s.

Feb 8 • 07:26 UTC
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National & Local

'We are not fascists or Nazis!' Thompson sent a message from the concert in Rijeka

Croatian singer Marko Perković Thompson held a concert in Rijeka after 17 years, performing to enthusiastic crowds and addressing his audience regarding a sense of unity and love.

Feb 8 • 07:26 UTC
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National & Local

VIDEO He has already sung for Croatia at Eurovision: "I feel at home at HRT"

Alen Đuras, a Croatian singer, reflects on his upcoming performance at Dori 2026, expressing comfort in the HRT studios and past experience at Eurovision.

Feb 7 • 12:26 UTC
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National & Local

Thousands in the Youth Hall: Thompson's concert in Rijeka took place in a powerful atmosphere

Marko Perković Thompson performed his first concert in Rijeka, drawing a massive crowd and creating a vibrant atmosphere.

Feb 7 • 07:55 UTC
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Life & Tech

Devin and Index's 10 Questions: Mia Dimšić Was the Most Unsuccessful at Eurovision

In a new segment, Devin Juraj discusses his experiences while also revealing that Mia Dimšić was the least successful contestant at Eurovision.

Feb 6 • 17:44 UTC
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Life & Tech

The award for the best performance of a Croatian author's work was won by pianist Matija Kranjčić

Pianist Matija Kranjčić won the award for the best performance of a work by a Croatian author at this year's Papandopulo Competition, which celebrated the 120th anniversary of composer Boris Papandopulo's birth.

Feb 6 • 13:38 UTC
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Life & Tech

Kandžija and Index's 10 Questions: "A bunch of people will watch Doru for the first time because of me"

Kandžija, a Croatian hip-hop artist, shares insights as he prepares for his performance at Doru 2026, stating his appeal will attract new viewers to the event.

Feb 6 • 06:25 UTC
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Life & Tech

The song 'Red Cars' from the movie 'Wedding' has conquered the internet. What do you think?

The song 'Red Cars' from the film 'Wedding' has gone viral, significantly contributing to the movie's status as the most-watched Croatian film after just 12 days of release.

Feb 5 • 15:34 UTC
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Sports

Kekin recorded a fan song: "I offer it to everyone who finishes 5th, 6th, or 7th"

Croatian singer Kekin has released a fan song aimed at teams that finish in the middle ranks and commented on the atmosphere within sports teams during breaks and timeouts.

Feb 5 • 15:20 UTC
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Life & Tech

Musician Ana Uršula Najev prepares a music spectacle on February 12 that you shouldn't miss

Ana Uršula Najev, known for her roles in popular local series, is set to showcase her newfound talent as a music star in a concert featuring the best songs of Croatian divas on February 12, 2026, at the Kerempuh Satirical Theatre in Zagreb.

Feb 5 • 13:30 UTC
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National & Local

HRT announced how this year's winner of Dora will be decided

Next week, the Croatian Television will host the musical event Dora 2026, where viewers will vote to determine the finalists, with both jurors and public votes deciding the winner.

Feb 5 • 11:40 UTC
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Sports

Why Čavoglave Were Missed by No One in the Square - Except for Disappointed Tomašević?

The article discusses the perceived injustice of political censorship during a celebratory event for Croatian handball players, questioning who has the authority to censor music and artists associated with national pride.

Feb 5 • 09:49 UTC
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Life & Tech

Alka Vuica admitted that her son is getting married, and interestingly, whose daughter is her future daughter-in-law

Croatian singer Alka Vuica, celebrating 40 years in her career, shares that her son is getting married and reveals the identity of her future daughter-in-law's father.

Feb 4 • 16:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Don't miss the largest Croatian spiritual-music spectacle at Arena Zagreb

The largest spiritual-music spectacle in this part of Europe, 'Progledaj srcem', is nearly sold out three months before the event, with significant public interest reflected in all tickets for the stands being sold out and limited floor tickets still available.

Feb 4 • 13:12 UTC
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National & Local

Dijanović: The Phenomenon of Croatian Self-hatred

The European Handball Federation's decision to ban Marko Perković Thompson's song at Croatian national team matches raises deeper political and identity-related questions about the criteria for assessing national symbols and the external pressures leading to such bans.

Feb 4 • 06:30 UTC
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World

Thompson's Team: We Did Not Charge For The Handball Players' Welcome, They Chose The Songs

Marko Perkovic Thompson's team refuted claims regarding a payment for his performance at the welcome event for Croatian handball players, stating that the athletes selected the songs performed.

Feb 3 • 17:30 UTC
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Life & Tech

The metal band of Croatian actor goes to Doru: "We will be the fiercest yet"

The Croatian groove metal band Cold Snap, fronted by actor and musician Jan Kerekeš, is set to compete at Doru with their song 'Mucho Macho' and has performed over 450 concerts across Europe since their formation in 2003.

Feb 3 • 12:55 UTC
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Life & Tech

Cold Snap answers Index's 10 questions before Doru

The Croatian groove metal band Cold Snap responds to ten questions from Index ahead of the Doru 2026 competition, where they are competing with their song 'Mucho Macho'.

Feb 3 • 12:55 UTC
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Crime & Justice

He practiced sports and created timeless hits that the Croatian audience loves

A bomb was thrown at the home of Croatian pop star Zdravko Čolić in Belgrade, causing significant material damage but no reported injuries.

Feb 3 • 12:10 UTC
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Sports

Social networks are full of mockery towards Tomašević: 'Shameful decision of the handball players to win a medal'

The reception of Croatian handball players, accompanied by music from Marko Perković Thompson and a ban imposed by Zagreb Mayor Tomislav Tomašević, has triggered a wave of memes and social media posts intertwining sports, music, and political messages, with many using humor and irony to express criticism.

Feb 3 • 08:36 UTC
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Sports

VIDEO Ove is the songs Marko Perković Thompson sang at the welcome of the handball players

Marko Perković Thompson performed at the welcome celebration for the Croatian handball team at Ban Jelačić Square, celebrating their bronze medal victory with thousands of fans.

Feb 2 • 19:25 UTC
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Life & Tech

Thompson: You have brought us great joy. You are Croatian knights

Marko Perković Thompson performed at the Ban Jelačić Square alongside handball players and his band, celebrating in front of a cheering crowd.

Feb 2 • 18:03 UTC
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Sports

Grmoja: It's like organizing someone's birthday party, but you choose the music and guests

Nikola Grmoja criticized the division in society surrounding the organization of the welcome for the Croatian handball team, which is being orchestrated by the government and the Handball Federation after Zagreb failed to reach an agreement with the organizers.

Feb 2 • 16:10 UTC
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National & Local

Who are the Croatian Roses, the band that was supposed to perform If You Don't Know What Happened at the Celebration?

The Croatian Roses band, featuring Nenad Ninčević, gained attention for performing the popular song 'If You Don't Know What Happened' at the handball players' welcome event in Zagreb.

Feb 2 • 14:29 UTC
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Sports

Serbs chose folk music, and Croats 'their' song: After goals, they will play Thompson's hit

The Croatian handball team begins their European Championship campaign tomorrow against Georgia, with each team selecting a song to play after scoring goals.

Jan 16 • 18:48 UTC
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Life & Tech

The first concert of the 'Foyer fortissimo' cycle will feature cellist Luka Galuf, guitarist Silvio Bilić, and soprano Marija Salečić

The Croatian National Theatre in Split will open a new concert cycle called 'Foyer fortissimo' on January 19, featuring three laureates in a project aimed at promoting young musicians alongside established artists.

Jan 16 • 12:07 UTC
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Life & Tech

Do you remember him? He introduced himself in 'Superstar' and now has a hit: 'This is something new on our scene'

Moreno Vukojević, a Croatian musician residing in Munich, has made waves in the music scene with his new love rap ballad 'Zadnja ostala', which gained over half a million views in a month.

Jan 16 • 06:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Nina Badrić escaped to exotic and warm places, posted a makeup-free photo from the beach

Croatian singer Nina Badrić took a break from her concert tour to relax in the Caribbean on the island of Anguilla, sharing a natural beach photo with her fans on Instagram.

Jan 15 • 16:05 UTC
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National & Local

The dates for Dora 2026 and the order of performances in the semifinals are known

Croatian Radiotelevision (HRT) announced the dates and performance order for the 2026 Dora festival, which will take place in their Zagreb studios featuring 24 songs over two semifinal evenings.

Jan 15 • 11:52 UTC
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Life & Tech

Celebrating a Century of the Cult Operetta, the Most Beloved Work of Croatian Music Admired by Tito

The article commemorates the centenary of the operetta 'Mala Floramye' by Ivo Tijardović, highlighting its significance as a cherished piece of Croatian music and the nostalgic themes within its famous ballad.

Jan 15 • 10:52 UTC
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Life & Tech

How Barbara Kotarski, Mate Rimac's new girlfriend, looked before?

Barbara Kotarski, new girlfriend of Mate Rimac, was seen affectionately holding hands during a concert in Zagreb, celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Croatian Music Institute.

Jan 15 • 07:50 UTC
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Life & Tech

"This is not a Croatian song": Girls from Congo sang Bešlić and upset some followers

Girls from Congo performed a Croatian song by Halid Bešlić, leading to backlash in the comments from some viewers.

Jan 14 • 14:14 UTC
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Life & Tech

Cure from Congo sang "Croatian song" by Halid Bešlić, faced backlash in comments

Esther, a girl from Congo living in Germany, has gained popularity among Croatians on social media by singing well-known Croatian hits, but recently faced criticism for her rendition of a song by Halid Bešlić.

Jan 14 • 14:14 UTC
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National & Local

You Will Never Guess Which Album is Currently the Best-Selling in Croatia. Hint: It Was Released in 1994!

The best-selling album in Croatia as of the first week of 2026 is 'Second to None' by E.T., released in 1994, according to the latest sales chart by the Croatian Recording Industry Association.

Jan 14 • 12:17 UTC
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Life & Tech

A concert piano Steinway has been placed in the donation kiosk at the airport, where both professionals and amateurs play daily

A Steinway concert piano has been installed at a donation kiosk in the airport, providing a platform for both professional and amateur musicians to perform daily.

Jan 14 • 09:09 UTC
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Life & Tech

PHOTO An Attractive Croatian Woman Won Doria, After Breaking Up with One Footballer, Fell in Love with Another, Then Turned to Faith

Albina Grčić, a prominent young Croatian musician, won the music competition Doria and recently transitioned from a relationship with a footballer to a new love, alongside a newfound dedication to her faith.

Jan 14 • 05:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

Thompson calls for 'weapon' against evil: Rosary in hand!

Popular Croatian singer Marko Perković Thompson is actively encouraging prayer through the rosary as the most powerful weapon against evil in a recent video message.

Jan 13 • 15:14 UTC
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Life & Tech

Croats listened to two songs on the radio more than 'If You Don't Know What Happened' last year

In 2025, the most played song on Croatian radio was 'Anđeo' by Hiljson Mandela and Miach, with 'Ti si bila moje sunce' and 'Ako ne znaš šta je bilo' following closely behind.

Jan 13 • 11:55 UTC
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Life & Tech

Thompson in Poreč: ‘The nineties were marked by unity and determination to defend the homeland and Croatia’

Marko Perković Thompson held his first of two concerts in Poreč, where thousands of fans celebrated Croatian patriotism through his music and a powerful speech about the nineties.

Jan 11 • 13:00 UTC
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Life & Tech

VIDEO MMA star performed a Bosnian song with a Croatian singer

Bosnian MMA fighter Erko Jun delighted his fans by singing the famous sevdalinka 'Bosno moja, lijepa mila' in a viral video with Croatian musician Stela Rade.

Jan 11 • 11:17 UTC

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