Slovak Spectator
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 10:04:00 +0200Coronavirus in Slovakia: 29 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 392,000.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 08:25:00 +0200Mistaken for Native Americans. How Slovak emigrants used to arrive to the US
Leaving in a folk costume and returning in a suit, with a cigar and dollars in one's pocket must have been an enormous ad for emigration, historian says.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200How the largest law firms cultivate some areas of law
Participation in legislative activities dominates socially beneficial activities of the largest law firms in Slovakia.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 07:00:00 +0200Listening to music in an upside down pyramid
The Slovak Radio building includes an excellent concert hall, with one of the biggest organs in Slovakia and a recording studio.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 18:02:10 +0200On photography: Unscrupulous politicians fear the camera
Photographer Martin Tiso speaks about his experience with models and politicians.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:39:43 +0200News digest: Constitutional court suspends new border rules
The Constitutional Court will decide whether rules for crossing borders are in compliance with Constitution. All Slovak districts will follow the same measures from next week, as Slovakia turns to the best epidemic phase since winter.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:21:47 +0200Higher prices of building materials impacted the June inflation
The inflation rate has been the highest since February 2020.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:17:08 +0200All of Slovakia in green tier, some rules still apply
However, for the first time after a long time, Slovakia witnessed an increase in the daily number of Covid-19 cases.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 17:07:00 +0200The Constitutional Court suspended new border rules
Until the Constitutional Court’s decision is published in the Collection of Laws, the ordinance that divides people into vaccinated and unvaccinated is still valid.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:20:41 +0200Bratislava offers plenty of places to swim and cool down in
People can opt for official bathing venues as well as natural lakes. They can even bathe in the Danube.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:03:29 +0200Pictures of Slovak region enthral the world
Photos of a cherry tree in four seasons have been shared worldwide.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 12:00:08 +0200Vaccines offer better protection against Covid, a research confirms
Scientists collected data from SAV employees at least 14 days after the second vaccine dose or at least 14 days after recovering from Covid.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:55:24 +0200Housing in Bratislava more expensive, but demand still increased
Higher prices impacted by housing shortage.
Wed, 14 Jul 2021 11:49:28 +0200Slovakia's population to drop to 4.7 million by 2070
The fertility rate is expected to increase, but only slightly. Conversely, the dependency ratio should go up significantly.
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 20:34:08 +0200Purses 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 +0200News 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 +0200Foreign 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 +0200Most 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 +0200Bratislava 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 +0200How 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 +0200Cars 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 +0200Hungarian 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 +0200Ochtinská 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 +0200News 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 +0200Money 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 +0200Combination of Covid vaccines for health reasons now possible
People will need confirmation from their doctor.
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:55:02 +0200Slovakia 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 +0200Lucky number seven: Eleven 700m+ mountains of the Small Carpathians
Each peak has its own story and a unique atmosphere.
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:26:05 +0200Slovak 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 +0200The east struggled with floods. Weather extremes will continue
Hailstorms will be replaced by high temperatures.
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:53:39 +0200Cage 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 +0200Smer 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 +0200Pro 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 +0200Wood 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 +0200An 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 +0200News 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 +0200Protests have clogged some border crossings
New traffic rules are effective as of Friday, July 9.
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:40:58 +0200Special 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 +0200Slovaks 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 +0200The 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 +0200Murder, 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 +0200News 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 +0200Small border crossings will reopen on Friday
Controls will continue.
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:27:05 +0200Half 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 +0200Slovak 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 +0200Former special prosecutor stands trial
Dušan Kováčik may be sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 11:43:49 +0200State to reimburse a certain number of PCR tests, but antigen tests won’t be free
Health Ministry tasked with preparing a financial analysis.