Slovakia News
Thu, 03 Jun 2021 08:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 139 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 390,000.
Published: Thursday, June 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 03 Jun 2021 05:20:02 +0000Dining suspended in the air with a 360 degree view of the city
The New Bridge with a UFO at the top offers a unique view of the city from 85 meters high.
Published: Thursday, June 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 19:20:02 +0000News digest: Slovakia needs to fix another problem with Covid data
Only 3,000 people have registered for Sputnik V so far. InoBat Auto launches works on R&D centre.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:50:01 +0000Economy takes new breath as second Covid wave recedes in Slovakia
But observers warn against shortage of chips in industry and looming third pandemic wave.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 16:20:01 +0000News digest: Slovakia needs to fix another problem with data
Only 3,000 people have registered for Sputnik V so far. InoBat Auto launches works on R&D centre.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 15:50:01 +0000Two districts will enjoy the most freedom since the lockdown
Some people have registered for the Sputnik V jab, but it is unclear what will happen to the doses that are not used.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 15:50:01 +0000Slovak car batteries to be produced in Voderady. First are expected within one year
EV battery developer and producer InoBat Auto has launched reconstruction of a former logistics and production hall into an EV battery R&D centre and pilot line.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 11:50:01 +0000Hospital reform unveiled, ministry plans to cut down on acute beds
Slovakia has 1.4 billion euros to spend on its health care facilities, mostly from the EU Recovery Fund.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 10:50:02 +0000A unique national emblem made of trees
A large depiction of the Slovak national emblem was created in Horovce village. The idea is 10 years old.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:50:03 +0000Slovakia's economy expected to grow mildly
The outlook is negative due to the partial closure of export capacities and positive due to the start-up of services, according to the Council for Budget Responsibility.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:50:03 +0000Slovakia sent wrong data to a European agency
As a result, the country is still considered to be red. The problem should be corrected next Monday.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:50:03 +0000Za Ľudí in deep crisis. Some chairmanship members left the meeting
Veronika Remišová not stepping down from her leading post for now, no national assembly in sight.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 08:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 124 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 389,900.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 02 Jun 2021 07:20:01 +0000V4 ‘Family Declaration’ seen as vehicle for social conservative drive in EU
It looks like a benign, if rather anodyne, document expressing support for families. But the “Declaration Pro Familia” signed by Central European governments in May could be used to push an ultra-conservative agenda at the EU level.
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Wed, 02 Jun 2021 05:20:01 +0000“Pandemic graduates” arrive to the labour market. How can they succeed?
Recruiters say their clients take into account more than just one year of school when choosing suitable job candidates.
Published: Wednesday, June 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 16:20:02 +0000News digest: First person to be jabbed with Sputnik V next week
Children will soon be able to receive the Pfizer vaccines. More flights from Bratislava airport to summer destinations.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:50:02 +0000Registration for Russian vaccine launched
The very first person expected to receive Sputnik V on June 7.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:50:02 +0000Summer season at Bratislava airport brings more regular flights
Seaside destinations create a big part of the offer.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 15:50:02 +0000New rules on borders: To Czechia and back for 24 hours without any restrictions
People do not have to register, have a test or isolate upon arrival.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 10:20:02 +0000State presents app for certificates, but it will be possible to travel without it
The state spent much more money to develop it than necessary, some experts claim.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:50:01 +0000Proposals to ban abortions return to parliament
The last time an amendment limiting access to abortion was discussed in parliament, it did not pass by one vote.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:50:01 +0000The oldest carmaker in Slovakia celebrates a jubilee
Volkswagen came to the Slovak capital in 1991.
Published: Monday, May 31, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:20:01 +0000Slovakia makes it to hockey quarterfinals after eight years
The match between Russia and Sweden was decisive for Slovakia.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 01 Jun 2021 09:20:01 +0000Hospital reform unveiled, ministry plans to cut down on beds
Slovakia has 1.4 billion euros to spend on its health care facilities, mostly from the EU Recovery Fund.
Published: Tuesday, June 1, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
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 +0000Too 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 +0000Two 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 +0000Daily 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 +0000An 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 +0000News 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