Leading newspapers and magazines from Croatia
- Jutarnji list is a daily newspaper from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1998, which covers politics, business, culture and sports.
- Večernji list is a daily newspaper from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1959, which covers national news, politics, business and lifestyle.
- 24 Sata is a daily online platform from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2005, which covers breaking news, entertainment, lifestyle and sport.
- Slobodna Dalmacija is a daily newspaper from Split, Croatia, established in 1943, which covers regional news, culture, tourism and current affairs.
- Novi list is a daily newspaper from Rijeka, Croatia, established in 1900, which covers local news, economy, culture and education.
- Poslovni dnevnik is a daily newspaper from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2004, which covers business, finance, entrepreneurship and markets.
- Globus is a weekly news magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1990, which covers investigative journalism, politics, economy and society.
- Nacional is a weekly magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1995, which covers investigative reports, politics, crime and social issues.
- Lider is a weekly business magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2005, which covers management, startups, leadership and innovation.
- Gloria is a weekly magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1994, which covers celebrity news, lifestyle, fashion and beauty.
- Story is a weekly magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2004, which covers entertainment, celebrity interviews and pop culture.
- T Portal is an online platform from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2005, which covers politics, business, lifestyle and technology.
- Index HR is an online news portal from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2002, which covers general news, culture, technology and sports.
- Net HR is an online news portal from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2004, which covers news, entertainment, lifestyle and video content.
- Telegram is an online news platform from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2017, which covers investigative journalism, politics and social commentary.
- H-Alter is an online platform from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2001, which covers culture, civil society and human rights.
- Faktograf is an online fact‑checking platform from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2016, which covers media accuracy, misinformation and public policy.
- Dnevno HR is an online portal from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 2013, which covers sensational news, politics, lifestyle and opinion pieces.
- BUG is a monthly magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1992, which covers technology, computing, gaming and mobile trends.
- Modra lasta is a monthly magazine from Zagreb, Croatia, established in 1954, which covers children’s literature, education and culture.
- HRT Vijesti is an online platform founded in 2000 and published from Zagreb, Croatia, which covers public broadcasting news, culture and regional events.
- PC Chip is a monthly magazine founded in 1995 and published from Zagreb, Croatia, which covers computing, gadgets and software tutorials.
- Šibenski list is a weekly newspaper founded in 2007 and published from Šibenik, Croatia, which covers regional news, culture and local events.
- Glas Slavonije is a daily newspaper founded in 1943 and published from Osijek, Croatia, which covers Slavonia’s politics, economy and cultural heritage.
- Varaždinske vijesti is a weekly platform founded in 2000 and published from Varaždin, Croatia, which covers local news, events and social issues.
- Regional Express is an online platform founded in 2017 and published from Zagreb, Croatia, which covers startup news, innovation and regional development.
- European Western Balkans is an online portal founded in 2014 and published from Zagreb, Croatia, which covers EU integration, foreign policy and regional cooperation.
- Sportske novosti is a daily sports newspaper from Trg žrtava fašizma 7, Zagreb, Croatia which covers football, basketball, tennis, Olympic sports and analyses. It was founded on 9 August 1945.
- Glas Istre is a regional daily newspaper from Riva br. 10, Pula, Croatia which covers stories of interest from the Istria region, including politics, tourism, culture and local events. It was established on 18 August 1943.
- Zadarski list is a daily newspaper from Grgura Mrganića 6, Zadar, Croatia which covers local, national and international news. It began as a weekly on 3 November 1994 and became a daily on 21 December 1998.
- Narodne novine is an official gazette from Savski gaj 13, Zagreb, Croatia which publishes laws, regulations and official announcements. It traces its origin to 6 January 1835.
- Novosti is a weekly magazine from Vlaška 45, Zagreb, Croatia which covers issues affecting the Serbian minority in Croatia, cultural events and human rights. It was first issued in December 1999.
- La Voce del Popolo is a daily newspaper from Korzo 16, Rijeka, Croatia which covers news in Italian for the local Italian community, politics, culture and economy. It was first published in October 1944.
- Narodni list is a weekly newspaper from Poljana Zemaljskog odbora 2, Zadar, Croatia which covers regional, national and international news, politics and culture. It was founded on 1 March 1862.
- Glas Koncila is a weekly newspaper from Vlaška 77, Zagreb, Croatia which covers Roman Catholic Church news, theology, culture and social issues. It began publication on 4 October 1962.
- Novi Plamen is a bi-annual journal from Frankopanska 11, Zagreb, Croatia which covers politics, culture, peace and social justice. It was established in 2007.
- Oris is a bi-monthly magazine from Bednjanska 12, Zagreb, Croatia which covers architecture, design, art and urbanism. Its first issue appeared on 2 March 1999.
- Vijenac is a biweekly magazine from Trg bana Josipa Jelačića 7, Zagreb, Croatia which covers literature, art and science. It was launched in December 1993.
- Vidi is a monthly magazine from Zvonimirova 10, Zagreb, Croatia which covers IT, hardware, software and technology trends. Its first issue was released in November 1994.
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Explore Politics, Culture, Geography & Traditions About Croatia
Political Overview
Since gaining full independence from Yugoslavia in 1991 and the conclusion of the Homeland War in 1995, Croatia has established itself as a stable parliamentary democracy. The country is governed under a multi-party system, with power shared between a directly elected President who serves as head of state and a Prime Minister, who leads the government and holds executive authority. Croatia joined NATO in 2009 and became the 28th member of the European Union in July 2013, marking key milestones in its Euro-Atlantic integration. Through regular free elections, a professional civil service, and commitments to judicial reform and anti-corruption measures, Croatia continues to strengthen its democratic institutions and uphold the rule of law.
Cultural Heritage and Identity
Croatia’s cultural tapestry reflects centuries of interaction among Slavic, Mediterranean, and Central European civilizations. From the UNESCO‑listed medieval walls of Dubrovnik to the Roman amphitheater in Pula, historic architecture abounds along the Adriatic coast. Inland, the capital city Zagreb showcases Austro-Hungarian influences in its grand boulevards and lively café culture. Traditional folk art, music, and dance such as the “kolo” circle dance remain integral to local festivals, while Dalmatian klapa singing and Istrian bonaca songs preserve regional musical dialects. Croatian cuisine, with its coastal emphasis on fresh seafood, olive oil, and Mediterranean herbs, contrasts with the heartier fare of the continental north, where dishes like “štrukli” and “peka” celebrate local produce and culinary traditions.
Geographical Landscape, Area and Climate
Stretching across approximately 56,600 square kilometers, Croatia’s terrain ranges from low-lying agricultural plains in the north to the rugged Dinaric Alps in the inland regions and the indented Adriatic coastline dotted with over a thousand islands. The continental interior experiences hot summers and cold, snowy winters, while the coastal zone enjoys a Mediterranean climate, characterized by mild, wet winters and hot, dry summers. The country’s diverse topography supports a variety of ecosystems: the karst landscapes of Plitvice Lakes and Krka National Parks feature cascading waterfalls and clear lakes, whereas the dense forests of Slavonia and the wetlands of the Neretva Delta provide habitats for rich biodiversity, including endemic and migratory species.