Slovakia News
Thu, 28 Jan 2021 09:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 2,035 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 243,400.
Published: Thursday, January 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 28 Jan 2021 06:50:02 +0000Not just labour costs. What is behind mass layoffs in business service centres
Labour market watchers say the shared services sector in Slovakia is able to absorb ousted employees.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 17:50:02 +0000Bratislava does not have to be tested in the second round
The final data of the nationwide screening were presented.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:50:05 +0000News digest: Foreigners’ Police departments remain closed
Slovenia has ordered PCR tests developed by Slovak scientists. Holocaust survivors received the coronavirus vaccine jab.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:50:05 +0000One of the most successful Slovak tech startups changes hands
The Exponea company has been purchased by US firm Bloomreach.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:50:05 +0000Use of parasite medication to treat coronavirus patients approved in Slovakia
The Health Ministry approved the therapeutic use of Ivermectin for six months.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 16:50:05 +0000Not just labour costs. Automation and pandemic also behind mass layoffs in business centres
Labour market watchers say the shared services sector in Slovakia is able to absorb ousted employees.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 13:20:02 +0000Companies complain about an absurd fee. They need to add information state also has
Firms have to add their representatives’ birth numbers to business register. They can be fined if they fail to do it.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 12:50:01 +0000Slovakia has more and more vaccines available. State lacks courage
Slovakia is taking a cautious approach to make sure it will be able to deliver second doses when needed.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:50:02 +0000Stará Ľubovňa wants to renovate walking paths and build a new roundabout
Plans include renovations of the biggest interior block in the city
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:50:02 +0000Companies have to add their representatives’ birth numbers to business register. Some call it bureaucratic nonsense.
The new duty has a charge of €33, and companies may be fined if they fail to do it.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:50:02 +0000Stricter curfew rules come into force, police intensify checks
Negative test result required when going to work or doing sports in nature.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:50:02 +0000Some slots for vaccination remain empty, hospitals unable to fill them
It is possible to register as a stand-in, but every vaccination centre sets its own rules.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 10:50:02 +0000The death of white nationalism in America
What appears to be a hateful monster awakening is, in fact, the writhing contortions of a sick animal aware of its own impending death.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 27 Jan 2021 09:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 2,775 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 241,300.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:20:01 +0000News digest: The far right is falling apart
One person died after being vaccinated in Slovakia. Almost 2.6 million people tested so far.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:20:01 +0000Covid vaccine now available for people over 75 in Slovakia
Applications accepted online or via a call centre.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 17:20:01 +0000Scientists: British strain may not be as prevalent in Slovakia as hygienists claim
The Public Health Authority promised to verify their results.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:20:02 +0000Zoo animals are enjoying unused Christmas trees
Animals in captivity need enrichment to support their natural curiosity and stimulate their senses.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 16:20:02 +0000Far right splits: prominent faces leave after Kotleba changed statute
Analyst says that strengthening of extremists is unlikely.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 15:50:01 +0000It was a long time ago and it never happened anyway
How much of the present will be intelligible through the kaleidoscopic lens of digital media in just a few years – or even months?
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:50:01 +0000Better hiking infrastructure for Bratislava locals during pandemic
The tourist board of the capital invested in the revitalisation of popular tourist spots visited by locals.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:50:01 +0000Company operating Tatras ski resort to dismiss 260 employees
The decision comes after the company streamlined the structures it completed in the spring of 2020.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:50:01 +0000PM's advisor steps down after gaining European funds for his association
The Environment Ministry refused corruption allegations. The prosecutor’s office will look into the case.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 10:50:01 +0000Worse-off districts in Slovakia should undergo another round of testing
It is necessary to carry a negative COVID-19 test result from January 27 to at least February 2.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 26 Jan 2021 09:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,590 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 238,600.
Published: Tuesday, January 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 25 Jan 2021 17:50:02 +0000News digest: Results from weekend nationwide testing still not out
The parliamentary committee recommends one candidate for new police chief. NASA picks a picture by Slovak photographer as its Astronomy Picture of the Day.
Published: Monday, January 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 25 Jan 2021 17:50:02 +0000Some 1.5 million people tested so far
The weekend results of nationwide testing have not been published.
Published: Monday, January 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 25 Jan 2021 17:50:02 +0000Gargling tests available
For now tests are provided by a private lab and people have to pay for them.
Published: Monday, January 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 25 Jan 2021 12:50:01 +0000Matovič government takes after Smer in lawmaking
The second-largest testing scheme of the whole population is underway in Slovakia. Government says they ordered enough vaccines. Layoffs of transnationals in Bratislava.
Published: Monday, January 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator