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Wed, 14 Jul 2021 10:04:00 +0200
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 18 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 391,900.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 21:14:26 +0200
The Constitutional Court reportedly suspended new border rules
More details to be provided on Wednesday.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:34:08 +0200
Purses of Slovaks to become lighter
Slovakia to round up cash payments to reduce 1- and 2-cent coins in circulation.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 18:02:00 +0200
News digest: Slovakia not the first choice of foreign workers, but many want to stay
The state has two different statistics on vaccination-related deaths. Large-capacity vaccination centres will start walk-in vaccinations. People wait for their cars longer.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:45:24 +0200
Foreign migrant workers usually do not pick Slovakia first
The majority of foreigners who came to work in Slovakia have a different profession, a recent IOM survey suggests.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 17:39:25 +0200
Most coalition parties are falling, unlike Smer of ex-PM Fico
Seven parties would make it to parliament, recent AKO poll suggests.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:53:40 +0200
Bratislava desperately lack tourists, tourism industry calls for help
The capital has seen an 80-percent drop in tourism.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:36:28 +0200
How many people have died after vaccination? The authority has two different statistics
Only four deaths resulting from the Covid-19 vaccine have been confirmed in Slovakia.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 11:08:31 +0200
Cars become scarce commodity due to microchip shortage
The waiting period has more than doubled, operating leasing company reports.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 10:57:49 +0200
Hungarian dissident Haraszti: Union was not ready for such a wave of antidemocracy
Orbán has been in power for 12 years now.

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Ochtinská Aragonite Cave is unique not only in Slovakia but also in the world
The cave includes three types of aragonite formations resembling flowers, hedgehogs and even the Milky Way.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 18:38:00 +0200
News digest: 35 infections with the Delta variant confirmed so far
Money for the vaccination campaign missing. Most of Slovakia with very relaxed measures. Police warn people about scammers.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 18:05:47 +0200
Money for vaccination campaign blocked by Matovič's ministry
The president does not understand reasons for blocking money for vaccination campaign.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 17:55:40 +0200
Combination of Covid vaccines for health reasons now possible
People will need confirmation from their doctor.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:55:02 +0200
Slovakia and its hindrances: court blocks referendum, people block border crossings
MPs will try to amend the Constitution, while the state decided to reopen smaller crossings after the protests.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:55:00 +0200
Lucky number seven: Eleven 700m+ mountains of the Small Carpathians
Each peak has its own story and an unique atmosphere.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:26:05 +0200
Slovak hurdler breaks records and wins under-23 European championship
Emma Zapletalová has set both national and championship records.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:21:18 +0200
The east struggled with floods. Weather extremes will continue
Hailstorms will be replaced by high temperatures.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:53:39 +0200
Cage of shame installed in Krupina. A witch’s heart to be next
The cage is placed near the town hall, where the original used to stand.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:47:04 +0200
Smer chair Fico reportedly met with a cooperating witness in bribery case
Robert Fico has rejected Ľudovít Makó's claims.

Mon, 12 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Pro bono: Unfair notices and groundbreaking asylum granted
Slovakia's largest law firms have shown which individuals and organisations they represented free of charge.

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 08:10:00 +0200
Wood is the new bitcoin. Small Slovak sawmills are being destroyed by price wars
The prices of wood products, gazebos and holiday cottages are going up.

Sat, 10 Jul 2021 07:25:00 +0200
An emperor was to be held hostage at Košeca Castle
Legend has it that the Templars built the castle.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:36:02 +0200
News digest: Protesting cross-border commuters blocked some border crossings
The pandemic has cost Slovakia almost €8 billion so far, funny traffic signs call on car and bike drivers to be tolerant. More in today's digest.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 14:17:28 +0200
Protests have clogged some border crossings
New traffic rules are effective as of Friday, July 9.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:40:58 +0200
Special traffic signs in Bratislava encourage mutual respect on roads
The problem is not just the lack of infrastructure for cyclists.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:31:22 +0200
Slovaks worked record 190 days this year to pay taxes and levies
The pandemic is only partly behind the extremely unfavourable state of public finances.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:30:00 +0200
The community vineyard in Bratislava’s outskirts serves as an example and inspiration
The revitalised Široké vineyard recalls the viticulture history of Bratislava’s Vajnory.

Fri, 09 Jul 2021 08:56:42 +0200
Murder, hardship and love affairs: The khroniky tell the story of Ukrainians
Explore Slovakia's wild swimming spots and the Liptov region.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:16:03 +0200
News digest: More Delta cases confirmed in Slovakia
Trial with former special prosecutor continues. Every other young and educated Slovak considers leaving Slovakia.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 16:59:15 +0200
Small border crossings will reopen on Friday
Controls will continue.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:27:05 +0200
Half of young, educated Slovaks considering leaving the country, new survey shows
Brain drain a threat to society, warn experts behind poll.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:14:46 +0200
'We didn't have worse guests than the Slovaks': An interview with ex-Airbnb property manager
The pandemic was a salvation for Sefo Raclavský, who quit his job and became a beekeeper in a rural area.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:55:01 +0200
Slovak cinematographer Štrba will decide on Oscar awards
He joined the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences along with British actor Robert Pattinson.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:52:55 +0200
Former special prosecutor stands trial
Dušan Kováčik may be sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:43:49 +0200
State to reimburse a certain number of PCR tests, but antigen tests won’t be free
Health Ministry tasked with preparing a financial analysis.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Attorney-turned-prosecutor: Penal law can be an opportunity for large law firms
The career decision to go into prosecution service does not need to be final, says Special Prosecutor Daniel Lipšic.

Thu, 08 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200
The only synagogue in Bratislava still serves as an active house of worship
In 2012, the synagogue was extended to house the Bratislava Jewish Community Museum.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 18:04:21 +0200
News digest: Court stops the referendum on early election, but some politicians criticise the president
Referendum on snap election not in compliance with the Constitution. Small border crossings will reopen, following some protests. The trial of an ex-special prosecutor began.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 17:07:15 +0200
No referendum on snap election. The court deems the question unconstitutional
Such a referendum can be held only after the Constitution is amended.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:30:51 +0200
Minister promises to open smaller border crossings
The decision comes after several protests took place to oppose the closure of some crossings.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:28:00 +0200
Amazon acts like a Mafia boss in a film
The Wall Street Journal reported on the offers one can't refuse.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:16:55 +0200
Where to swim and cool off in Slovakia this summer
Take a dip in regularly checked lakes and water dams.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 12:05:34 +0200
Some centres vaccinated people without booked appointment
The vaccination centre in Bratislava vaccinated more than 2,000 people without appointment over the last weekend, and plans to do it again.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:49:49 +0200
People protest the closing of smaller border crossings
Far-right MP arrested after attacking a police officer at one protest.

Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:41:28 +0200
Ex-chair of tax authority said an investigation involving ex-president Kiska was discussed at a meeting with Fico
He also talked of an alleged bribe for former PM Peter Pellegrini.



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