Slovak Spectator
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 10:54:42 +0200Are Slovakia's national parks crowded?
See for yourself. A website with another traffic light system has been launched to help tourists.
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 10:46:51 +0200Popular humourist, actor and singer Milan Lasica dies
Slovakia has lost one of its most significant personalities, President Zuzana Čaputová commented.
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 10:03:00 +0200Coronavirus in Slovakia: 4 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 392,100.
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 10:02:00 +0200Scattered around Kysuce, quaint hilltop villages work their magic
Tips for what to see in the Kysuce region, from traditions to thrills.
Mon, 19 Jul 2021 08:19:15 +0200Surprise! When people work less, they feel better
If only democracies included some institution capable of regulating finance in a way that benefits most people.
Sat, 17 Jul 2021 08:25:00 +0200New bridge hopes to become Nitra's next landmark
Investment in Kalvársky Cycling Bridge reaches €1.4 million.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:45:51 +0200News digest: New border rules lead tourists to rethink holiday plans
Activists protest against planned LNG terminal, legendary train Slovenská Strela marks 85th anniversary and the average price of new residential real estate in Bratislava hits new record.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 14:25:37 +0200Foreign tourists reassess holiday in Slovakia due to new anti-Covid measures
They see constant changes in measures as the biggest problem.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 13:46:49 +0200Activists protest against LNG terminal planned for Danube port in Bratislava
The investor claims the project would reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 12:10:42 +0200Slovak national parks lack protection. Amended law should be the first step towards change
None of the nine national parks complies with international rules.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 09:39:20 +0200Today we would call her an activist. Alice Masaryková, daughter of the first Czechoslovak president
She carried out her work with her entire soul, historian opined.
Fri, 16 Jul 2021 09:31:06 +0200What will Slovak athletes wear at the 2021 Olympics?
Catch up on travel and culture stories from this week.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:35:01 +0200News digest: Health minister suggests how border rules will change on Monday
The vaccination rate of excluded communities lags behind the Slovak average. Trnava-based carmaker will suspend production again.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:17:21 +0200Former special prosecutor offered €70,000 for release. Court decides he will remain in custody
The trial of Dušan Kováčik concluded its sixth day.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 17:01:28 +0200Tatras tourist industry in sore need of workers after laying off employees due to Covid-19
An estimated 2,000 workers in the High Tatras lost their jobs.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 12:57:02 +0200New border rules take effect Monday
Changes will apply to people vaccinated with only one dose.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:32:28 +0200Summer tourist season better than last year, but still far below pre-pandemic times
Unexpected and fundamental changes to anti-pandemic measures could result in confusion and uncertainty to already planned holiday trips.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:29:06 +0200Ex-intelligence agents and gang members reportedly laundered money through Chinese firms
The laundered money was allegedly used for bribes during the era of Smer-led governments.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 11:25:30 +0200Leaked recording implies that interior minister took a bribe, which he denies
The bribe reportedly concerned an order for an IT company when Roman Mikulec led the military intelligence agency.
Thu, 15 Jul 2021 08:25:00 +0200Mistaken for Native Americans. How Slovak emigrants used to arrive in 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, 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.