Climate & Water Stress in Slovenia: Slovenia recorded its hottest summer on record in 2026, with temperatures averaging 2.8°C above the 1991–2020 norm, while an extremely severe drought threatens crops and the Triglav glacier could vanish by early October. Drought & Food Security in the Region: Hungary faces a major irrigation crisis—less than 3% of arable land is irrigated—pushing calls for rule reforms and faster drought adaptation. Circular Economy & EU Materials: The EU launched CIRCUIT4EU, a Horizon Europe recycling venture to recover critical raw materials from electronics, magnets and components, aiming to boost circular supply chains. Nuclear Safety Coordination: An IAEA review found Finland’s nuclear emergency preparedness needs stronger national coordination and a clearer radiation emergency plan, plus better lab capacity for environmental sampling. Marine Life & Fisheries: A new Adriatic Sea fisheries unit in Split will strengthen science-based, sustainable fisheries management as climate impacts intensify. Local Environment & Health Risks in Croatia: Tens of thousands protested in Gospic over hazardous waste illegally dumped and still not remediated, with concerns including PFAS contamination in groundwater. Slovenian Economy & Tourism Pressure: Slovenia’s tourism boom continues—2.2 million arrivals and 6.3 million overnight stays in July–August—raising both opportunities and sustainability questions for destinations like Bled and Ljubljana. Social Inclusion in Schools: A case of bullying of a Roma child in a Novo mesto primary school highlights ongoing discrimination and gaps in how schools respond.