Capital and largest city of Croatia
Volkswagen has signaled a major restructuring, with plans to cut up to 100,000 jobs as it faces tariff costs and competition from Chinese brands. Porsche SE reiterates support for management, stressing competitiveness as the company navigates a historic crossroads.
Waymo has opened its autonomous taxi app to the public in Dallas, enabling riders to hail robotaxis in the city. The rollout follows earlier tests and pauses caused by heavy rain, with service expected to resume for airport operations soon.
Uber and Wayve have launched a small pilot of autonomous, all-electric Ford Mustangs in London. Fifteen vehicles operate with safety drivers on board as regulators weigh broader rollout. Customers can opt in via the Uber app; fares match standard Uber rides.
Protests in Zagreb reflect widespread anger at the Croatian government over delays in removing some 37,000 metric tons of buried hazardous waste near Gospic. Demonstrators call for a binding, rapid cleanup plan, water and soil tests, and a ban on new waste imports as investigations unfold.
Robotaxis are expanding in London with Uber and Wayve testing, while unions protest and regulators debate powers. London’s transport body is cautious, stressing safety and oversight amid calls for stronger government authority and potential job losses for drivers.
Thousands of Hajduk Split supporters have marched before a UEFA Conference League match with Ajax, chanting antisemitic and pro‑Nazi slogans and parading a coffin labelled “Ajax.” Police have arrested about 12 people on charges of inciting violence and hatred, political leaders and the Israeli embassy have condemned the scenes, and Hajduk has apologised.