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Tue, 01 Jun 2021 08:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 145 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 389,800.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 07:20:01 +0000
Too different? Some foreigners are more acceptable to Slovaks than others for marriage
Children often help improve mixed couples' relationship with their relatives.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 06:50:01 +0000
Two trips in one: Walk along the Hungarian border and touch the sky
The Southern Hiking Trail can be quite a challenge.
Published: Saturday, May 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 06:20:01 +0000
Daily Mail: Oxford academic ‘Agent Marta’ fed Czechoslovak spies nuclear secrets
Daily Mail: Oxford academic ‘Agent Marta’ fed Czechoslovak spies nuclear secrets
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Radio Prague
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 05:20:02 +0000
An adventure in the city rainforest
The Botanical garden in Košice offers numerous plant species and rainforest greenhouses
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 16:50:03 +0000
News digest: Anti-Covid rules further ease in most of Slovakia
More countries will recognise Slovak vaccination certificates. Meteorologists warn against low temperatures.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 16:20:01 +0000
Volkswagen in Slovakia celebrates launch of production 30 years ago
President Zuzana Čaputová visited the Bratislava plant on May 31.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 14:20:01 +0000
Sputnik finally arrives amid political upheaval
A secret report is read out in parliament, MPs take an unprecedented step, the smallest party may disintegrate, and Matovič and Sulík scrap as fiercely as ever. It’s been an eventful week in Slovak politics.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Fu...
Mon, 31 May 2021 13:20:02 +0000
Coalition fractures along many lines
A secret report is read out in parliament, MPs take an unprecedented step, the smallest party may disintegrate, and Matovič and Sulík scrap as fiercely as ever – although not, this time, about Sputnik. It’s been an eventful week in Slovak polit...
Mon, 31 May 2021 11:50:03 +0000
Candidates cautious to make changes in top positions
This is the first time Executive Search rankings are part of the Career and Employment Guide.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 11:50:03 +0000
Slovakia's turbulent market of recruiters
The consolidation on the market of recruitment agencies continued in 2020.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Beethoven sculpture will return to Piešťany after half a century
The sculpture by Alexander Trizuljak was first displayed in 1970 in front of the Thermia Palace hotel.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Confidential intelligence service report leaked online
The report concerned the alleged manipulation of corruption cases.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 31 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Health minister is the most trusted cabinet member
On the other hand, Finance Minister Igor Matovič keeps losing trust, the recent Focus poll suggests.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 30 May 2021 09:50:01 +0000
Europeans would replace MPs with algorithms
The pandemic has further damaged the reputation of representative democracy.
Published: Sunday, May 30, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 29 May 2021 14:50:02 +0000
Hundreds of people protested against the government
They also refuse vaccination.
Published: Saturday, May 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 29 May 2021 11:50:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 148 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 389,500.
Published: Saturday, May 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 29 May 2021 07:50:01 +0000
Two trips in one: a walk in the sky and over the second border
Travelling along the Hungarian border can be quite a challenge.
Published: Saturday, May 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 29 May 2021 05:20:03 +0000
Few places do fresh air and "nothing" better than Slovakia
A change in the weather and – finally! – a lifting of restrictions prompts James Thomson to take his chances in the Slovak countryside.
Published: Saturday, May 29, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 13:50:03 +0000
News digest: Friday brings higher deficit but easier cross-border travel
Most neighbours will recognise Slovak vaccination certificates. Investment minister unveils the green pass app. Amended 2021 state budget passed, deficit higher. Bratislava Castle will burn tonight.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story:&nbs...
Fri, 28 May 2021 12:50:02 +0000
The government will spend more than originally planned
Parliament passes amendment to the state budget.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 12:20:02 +0000
Largest companies that help search for jobs or employees: 2020
More than just well-known names placed on the list of the 10 largest employment agencies in Slovakia.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 12:20:02 +0000
Only three springs in forests around Bratislava have potable water
Many springs are deemed unpotable simply due to unsatisfactory pH levels.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 11:20:03 +0000
Czech Republic, Hungary, and Austria will recognise Slovak vaccination certificates
Austria will only accept certificates on vaccines registered by the EMA and WHO.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
British media impressed by Slovak Roma artists
Here are the stories from this week that you do not want to miss.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Blog: Students today, citizens and leaders tomorrow
As parents, teachers and adults it is important that we lead by example.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Fears grow over fate of iconic Design Factory building
Creative team behind the project are moving to Jarovce.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 96 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 389,400.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 05:20:02 +0000
During family search in Slovakia, Google Translate comes in handy
Tracing your roots may get addictive, but what does it take to succeed?
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 28 May 2021 05:20:02 +0000
As they age, Americans’ desire to reconnect with Slovakia grows
It is mostly middle-aged and older Slovak Americans who trace their roots.
Published: Friday, May 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator