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Founded: 2013
Ownership
Svet24 is published by Svet24 d.o.o., the flagship company of the Media24 group. The daily/portal launched in early 2013 (originally under the company Krater Media) and is part of a sprawling network of interlinked companies (Salomon, Media Partner, radio stations, TV) that media monitors describe as opaque. While the formal sole owner of Svet24 d.o.o. is Alena Nardini (formerly Alenka Odlazek), investigative reporting (Pod črto) and the Euromedia Ownership Monitor identify the group as effectively controlled by businessman Martin Odlazek, her ex-husband, and his family. It is a private commercial company, not party- or state-owned.
Funding
Funded commercially through advertising and newspaper/print sales rather than any state budget or licence fee. The wider Media24 group monetises a large classifieds and advertising business (e.g. Salomonov oglasnik and a stake in the Kokos digital-advertising agency), and Svet24 relies on tabloid/general-news traffic and ad revenue.
Affiliation & stance
Svet24 has no formal party or state ownership and no church or union backing; it is a privately held tabloid-leaning general-news outlet, which is why it is classed INDEPENDENT (privately/commercially owned, no party or state control). The main caveat is ownership concentration: it sits inside Martin Odlazek's large, opaque Media24 media empire, a recurring concern in Slovenian media-pluralism debates, but this reflects commercial concentration rather than control by a party, government or oligarch acting on a political mandate.
Editorial lean
- Our estimate
- Center
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Recent coverage
An American gets the maximum amount of recovery time at Wimbledon.
The article discusses the scheduling of the first-round doubles match at Wimbledon involving American tennis player Serena Williams and her sister Venus Williams against the Argentine-Colombian pair Solana Sierra and Camila Osorio. The match was initially scheduled for Thursday and Friday but has been postponed due to Serena's injury during her singles match. Tournament organizer Andy Murray (likely a misstatement, as Andy Murray is a British player, and the correct name might be someone like Ashley Barker or another official) stated they are giving Serena as much time as possible to recover. They ruled out postponing the match to later dates unless necessary for safety or tournament flow. The match is expected to take place on a larger court to accommodate the large crowd attracted by Serena and Venus, who are major stars. Serena returned to professional tennis after four years, but she lost her first singles match and injured her knee. She did not attend a press conference afterward due to health reasons and expressed her commitment to participating in the doubles event. Serena and Venus have won six doubles titles together, including a title in 2016.
The class for himself: the wimp before the Tour has increased the advantage over Vingegaard
Tadej Pogačar currently leads the cycling rankings with 11,593 points, significantly ahead of Jonas Vingegaard, who has 8,625 points and won last year's Giro d'Italia. Pogačar's teammate Isaac del Toro ranks third with 5,340 points. Pogačar recently secured three stages and a team victory at the Swiss race, preparing him for his upcoming Tour de France campaign, where he aims to win his fifth overall title, matching a record. In the all-time weekly ranking, Pogačar is 248th, while his compatriot Primož Roglič holds the second spot with 75 weeks at the top. Roglič has climbed three places to become the 43rd best cyclist globally. Other Slovenian cyclists like Matej Mohorič and Jakob Omrzel are among the top 200 riders and will likely compete at the national championships. Slovenia's top eight cyclists have enough combined points to secure fourth place in the national standings, behind Belgium, Denmark, and France. In women's cycling, Dutch rider Demi Vollering leads with 6,705 points, followed by Spanish rider Paula Blasi and another Dutch cyclist Anna van der Breggen. Slovenian cyclist Urška Žigart, after suffering a jaw fracture during the Swiss race, has dropped to 37th in the U2
Hot issue: Norwegian jerseys almost gone before Brazil spectacle
The article discusses the scarcity of Norwegian football jerseys ahead of a highly anticipated match between Norway and Brazil. The demand for these jerseys has surged due to the significance of the game, which is expected to attract a large audience. Retailers and online stores have reported selling out quickly, indicating strong fan interest and enthusiasm for the event. This situation highlights the popularity of international football matches and the commercial impact they have on merchandise sales.
Has the Constitutional Court disregarded the rule of law and ruled in favour of the usurpers of RTV?
The Constitutional Court of Slovenia has reportedly made a decision in the case involving RTV (Radio Television of Slovenia), with five judges voting against two. This decision could be seen as a blow to the rule of law, as critics argue the entire process surrounding the new RTV law has been heavily influenced by politics rather than legal or professional standards. The court previously stated it would not make content-related decisions, which confused many due to the significance of the issue for a key public institution. Two judges were excluded from the decision-making process due to potential conflicts of interest, including President Rok Čeferin, who has ties to a law firm associated with RTV, and Neža Kogovšek Šalamon, who worked at the Peace Institute involved in the referendum campaign related to the RTV law. Critics argue the new RTV law was politically motivated, giving significant influence over editorial policies to a leftist faction. The process was further complicated by legal challenges and lack of broad consensus, with opponents claiming the law allows any ruling party to reshape RTV according to their agenda. The visit of European Commission Vice-President Vera Jú
Poll / The government of Janša is not supported by half of the respondents
A recent opinion poll by Mediana for POP TV indicates that support for Prime Minister Janez Janša's government remains low, with nearly half of respondents (45.4%) disapproving of his administration. The poll suggests that if elections were held last Sunday, the SDS party would receive the most votes at 22.7%, closely followed by the Freedom Movement with 22%. Other parties like NSi, SLS, and Focus (Marko Lotrič) would get 8.2%, while SD and the Left-Vesna alliance would secure 7.9% and 6.6% respectively. Smaller parties such as Respublica, Democrats, Pirates, and others received significantly less support. President of the Republic Nataša Pirc Musar remained the most popular politician, followed by SD leader Matjaž Han and other prominent figures. Notably, Janša ranks sixth in popularity, while Robert Golob of the Freedom Movement is 13th.
Meteor water flooded the basement, brought in by the fire department.
Heavy rainfall caused flooding in a basement, prompting firefighters to intervene. The incident occurred due to meteorological conditions leading to excessive water accumulation. Firefighters were called to the scene to manage the situation and ensure safety. No further details about the extent of damage or injuries were provided in the report.
Slovenian charity collects aid for people in Venezuela after devastating earthquake
Slovenia's Caritas has begun collecting funds to assist residents of Venezuela affected by two powerful earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 that struck on June 24. The natural disaster caused casualties, injuries, and significant damage to housing and infrastructure. Many people were left homeless and without basic necessities. The situation is further complicated by Venezuela's ongoing political and economic crisis, which has led to widespread poverty and lack of access to food, water, electricity, medicine, and fuel. Caritas Venezuela immediately started helping those affected and called on the international Caritas network for solidarity. Slovenia's Caritas, which has supported humanitarian programs in Venezuela since 2017, responded with a new fundraising campaign. Caritas Venezuela's executive director emphasized the fragility of human life and the need for mutual solidarity, stating that Caritas is present among people to provide comfort and concrete assistance. Staff members are assessing the damage and gathering data on urgent needs. Caritas Venezuela has established a national collection center for clean water, unspoiled food, medicines, and financial contributions. In the几天
They've been looking for an elderly citizen since Thursday afternoon, then they got a call in the middle of the night.
On Thursday afternoon at 14:12, police from the Nova Gorica Police Department were informed that an elderly resident was missing from the Vrtojba Retirement Home. The police immediately launched a search operation for the elderly man, emphasizing the importance of quick response in such cases, especially for seniors who might need medication or suffer from dementia and could easily get lost. The search involved multiple agencies including firefighters, rescue teams, and search dogs across several municipalities near the Slovenian-Italian border. Authorities also notified Italian security forces due to the proximity of the border. The search was temporarily paused overnight but resumed in the early hours of the morning when the missing person was located in Ljubljana. He was found alive and unharmed. The police expressed gratitude to all participating services and individuals for their swift response and collaboration.
Twenty percent increase in prize money is tearing apart the unity of tennis stars.
The tennis stars' unity has been disrupted by a 20% increase in prize money at the Wimbledon Grand Slam tournament. Approximately twenty top players, determined to secure a larger share of tournament earnings, responded uncoordinated to the increase. Two weeks after the organizers' significant financial gesture, involved players decided to intensify their protest, according to French news agency AFP. They reduced their media obligations before the Paris tournament at Roland Garros to fifteen minutes and indicated they would do the same in London, not just before the tournament but throughout the first week. However, many players did not heed the call. American Ben Shelton, the fifth seed, chose to spend more time on the media day before the tournament, considering Wimbledon a special place for him. He stated he fully supports players who shortened their media commitments to pressure the Open Championships in Australia, Roland Garros, Wimbledon, and the US Open. Sixth-ranked Australian Alex De Minaur marked Wimbledon as 'a big step in the right direction' and did not limit his media obligations before the tournament, wanting to acknowledge this significant move by the London event.
Analysis: Ljubljana and Celje before and after Maribor
The article presents an analysis of sunscreen usage in Slovenia based on data from June 2026. It calculates the average cost of proper sunscreen application for residents of Ljubljana and Celje versus Maribor, using price comparisons from Shoptok.si and recommendations from dermatological guidelines. The analysis estimates that the average monthly cost for correct sunscreen use in Ljubljana and Celje would be around €54, while in Maribor it would be approximately €43. This difference stems from the number of hot days recorded in June, with Ljubljana and Celje experiencing 15 days above 30°C compared to Maribor’s 12. The calculation assumes a conservative estimate of sunscreen application frequency and includes factors such as SPF requirements and average product prices. However, the article also highlights that actual sunscreen use remains low, citing U.S. Centers for Disease Control data showing only 12.3% of men and 29% of women regularly apply sunscreen for more than an hour of sun exposure. It further notes that sunscreen use tends to be associated more with beach outings than typical urban heatwaves.
Maribor's "Building a Root!" exhibition is a reminder that construction is nearing completion
The construction of the Maribor Rotovž Cultural Centre, which is increasingly being referred to as the 'City House of Culture Rotovž,' is nearing completion. To inform the public, photographs from the construction site have been displayed on Main Square. The exhibition, titled 'Gradimo Rotovž!' (We Are Building Rotovž!), will remain open throughout the summer and aims to highlight the progress made toward the center's opening. According to Jure Kirbiš from the Museum of Art Maribor (UGM), the project represents one of the largest infrastructure developments in the country's cultural sector and addresses long-standing spatial challenges faced by the Maribor Library and UGM. The complex will include a cinema, café, classrooms, and playrooms, funded partly through European grants and the Ministry of Culture. Mayor Saša Arsenovič emphasized that the space will be community-driven, allowing residents to contribute ideas and shape the content of the center. While the exact opening date has not yet been set, the library's books are expected to move into their new spaces by September.
The judge closed the trial to the public.
Dušan Smodej, ki je obtožen dveh kaznivih dejanj spolnega nasilja, telesnih poškodb in omogočanja uživanja prepovedanih drog, je na predobravnavnem naroku v zadevi Fotopub udeležen prek videopovezave. Predsednica sodnega senata Vesna Podjed je javnost izključila iz obravnave, kar je povzročilo, da so novinarji po koncu naroka morali zapustiti sodno dvorano. Smodej ni prišel na predhodni narok pred mesecem dni, kar je njegov odvetnik razložil kot prepozno vročo vabljeno. Tokrat se je Smodej udeležil naroka prek videokonferenčne povezave, ker je po navedbah zastopnika obtoženi v tujini. Tožilstvo je zastopal višji državni tožilec, medtem ko je tožilka Jride Mršnik Poljšak predlagala izključitev javnosti zaradi varovanja osebnega življenja oškodovank. Narok je trajal približno eno uro, medtem ko je Smodejev odvetnik dejal, da predobravnavni narok še ni zaključen in bo nadaljevan na koncu sodnih počitnic. Na sodišču ni bilo pojasnila, zakaj narok ni bil zaključen, ker je javnost izključena.
Application for the board of the DS Rakičan not enough, the Ministry announces a new call
The article reports that the number of applications for the DS Rakičan social welfare office was insufficient, prompting the ministry to announce a new call for submissions. The headline highlights the low application numbers and the subsequent decision by the ministry to issue another invitation. The content focuses on administrative actions related to social services.
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