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Tue, 02 Feb 2021 09:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,737 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 252,000.
Published: Tuesday, February 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:50:01 +0000
News digest: Krajčí considers lockdown measures insufficient, wants to toughen it up
Medirex labs offers examination focused on antibodies after vaccination. Non-governmental organisations call for reopening schools.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:50:01 +0000
Covid automat arrives in a week. How will the measures change?
The new system puts an end to unpredictability but counts on regular mass testing. Some coalition partners want that to change.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 17:50:01 +0000
UPDATED: Ex-state secretary Jankovská transported to hospital
She reportedly took some prescription medicaments.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 16:50:02 +0000
Most attractive employers revealed
The Profesia company publishes the results of its annual poll.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 14:50:01 +0000
Investigation of mafia in the police resulted in detention of a million in cash
The cases against the people facing charges in police and judicial corruption are not based on penitents' testimonies only, prosecutors say.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 11:50:01 +0000
Vaccination is a story that requires some editing
Organised crime charges fly high during an eventful week for the police and judiciary.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 11:50:01 +0000
Vlhová had a great ride. She ended second in super-G
She kept her leading position in World Cup standings.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 11:20:01 +0000
The regime didn't like that his films featured ugly people. Dušan Hanák's work finally released
The films have been digitalised.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 11:20:01 +0000
Gone with the wind: Malacky and Korlátko
Discover the amazing Záhorie region.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 11:20:01 +0000
Spa faces fine after taking guests without doctor’s recommendation during lockdown
Hygienists suggest fines for the spa operator and plan to change the rules.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:50:01 +0000
Ex-state secretary Jankovská transported to hospital
She reportedly took some prescription medicaments.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:50:01 +0000
Vaccination campaign finally launched, supported by president and Olympians
Some experts on marketing and advertisement say it came too late.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 10:20:01 +0000
First AstraZeneca vaccines to arrive by the end of the week
The vaccine will likely be used only for people under the age of 55.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 444 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 250,357.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 01 Feb 2021 06:20:02 +0000
Going remote and still meeting customers’ demands. Business centres adapt to the pandemic situation
The coronavirus prompted business service centres in Slovakia to come up with new solutions in dealing with their staff and customers.
Published: Monday, February 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 31 Jan 2021 21:20:01 +0000
The vaccines are not free
It's now normal for taxpayer money to be spent subsidising private for-profit businesses.
Published: Sunday, January 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 31 Jan 2021 21:20:01 +0000
Slovakia is taking a cautious approach in vaccination
The state is keeping the reserve in order to administer the second dose to people who have already received their first jab.
Published: Wednesday, January 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 31 Jan 2021 09:20:01 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,723 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 249,000.
Published: Sunday, January 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 30 Jan 2021 13:50:02 +0000
Developers hate him, the Economy Ministry has sued him
A criminal complaint has been submitted against him, though Marcel Slávik's activities have been declared legal before.
Published: Saturday, January 30, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 30 Jan 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 991 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 246,000.
Published: Saturday, January 30, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 19:50:02 +0000
The Czech Republic closes its borders for foreigners
Only essential travels will be allowed.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 18:20:02 +0000
Nitra COVID emergency may repeat in Bratislava
Health minister says situation in the hospitals of the Slovak capital is alarming and worsening.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:20:02 +0000
News digest: Organised group charges against more influential people
Chief hygienist rejects the prosecutors' protests. New highway stretch opens near Žilina.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 17:20:02 +0000
There are no painless solutions, chief hygienist reacts to general prosecutor's protests
Health care would collapse if we followed the general prosecutor's interpretation of the law, says Chief Hygienist Mikas.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 14:20:02 +0000
Influential businessman charged as head of an organised group
Charges pressed against Jozef Brhel and his alleged accomplices, including former tax administration head under Smer.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 09:50:02 +0000
Roundup: Dr Jo, Slovak trailblazer who changed English football, has died at 84
Jozef Vengloš managed Birmingham’s Aston Villa and Celtic Glasgow.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:50:01 +0000
Former head of tax administration arrested
Charges pressed against influential businessman Jozef Brhel too.
Published: Friday, January 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 29 Jan 2021 08:20:01 +0000
Hygienists have issued two illegal ordinances, claims General Prosecutor
General Prosecutor Maroš Žilinka says the office exceeded its authority in issuing them.
Published: Thursday, January 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 28 Jan 2021 18:50:02 +0000
Police Corps have new president
Interior minister took several days before appointing him.
Published: Thursday, January 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator