Slovak Spectator
Fri, 13 Aug 2021 10:06:00 +0200Coronavirus in Slovakia: 59 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 393,300.
Fri, 13 Aug 2021 08:09:41 +0200Without scythe enthusiasts, Slovakia's globally unique meadows would vanish
The latest news in Slovak culture and travel rounded up in one place.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 17:42:02 +0200News digest: Majority of adult Slovak population have received a jab
Court issues an international and European arrest warrant for Slovak businessman. The conflict between police units escalates. Former Belarusian Ambassador to Slovakia was arrested in Minsk.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 17:17:54 +0200Eastern Slovakia is experiencing a stork baby boom
Stork-friendly weather is the main reason, experts say.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 17:06:13 +0200Loosened car wheels and camera. Conflict between police officers escalates
Investigators have been followed in the past.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 11:57:48 +0200Some parents will have to choose: free lunches or higher tax bonus
Free lunches for all schoolchildren have been scrapped.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 11:54:56 +0200People in Slovakia carefully optimistic about their future
Covid not among biggest fears, suggests recent poll of Slovenská Sporiteľňa.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 11:49:22 +0200A success of Slovak satellite in space: it detected gamma-ray bursts
The primary goal of the GRBAlpha satellite mission was to verify the functionality of a special gamma ray detector.
Thu, 12 Aug 2021 01:20:00 +0200Drink like the Romans did along the Carpathian wine route
Slovakia’s Open Cellars festivals were reinstated after the fall of the communist regime.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 20:12:23 +0200Slovak actress who gained fame abroad is unrecognised at home
Actress Mária Bárkány was born into a Jewish family in Košice. Her father wanted her to be an accountant. Her plans changed in Vienna.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 19:40:03 +0200Covid jab as a political statement. How do politicians' opinions matter to people?
Vaccination is an emotionally charged topic, that’s why many politicians cannot resist it.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 18:01:42 +0200News digest: Changes to Covid alert system can help some districts avoid lockdowns
Representatives of municipalities welcome the new tier system. Health care reform introduced. More in today's digest.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 17:27:14 +0200How will shopping, eating out or going to church look in the third wave? (Q&A)
The new Covid automat warning system will apply as of next Monday. Here are some basics you need to know.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 15:16:54 +0200Slovakia grew the most among its fellow EU members – in beer production
In 2020, over 203 million litres of alcoholic beer were produced in Slovakia.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 13:14:09 +0200Blog: Epic hikes in the High Tatras
Memorable and adventurous trails in the Slovak mountains.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 11:39:23 +0200Filming of American TV series closes highway to Poland
State subsequently plans annual work on tunnel.
Wed, 11 Aug 2021 11:35:15 +0200Launch of healthcare reform. Ministry wants to solve doctor shortage in five years
Plan includes hospital reform and addresses health insurer profits.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 19:20:21 +0200No more across-the-board measures. Cabinet approves new Covid warning system
The system takes district vaccination rate into account. Becomes effective on August 16.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 18:03:47 +0200News digest: Convicted mobster Kočner is tried again, this time for trying to influence witnesses
Rapid tests in hospitals to cost €5. Slovak firefighters arrive in Greece. Half a million people apply to vaccination lottery.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 17:54:59 +0200Transitional period for teenagers is over. Their vaccination status will now decide on quarantine
About one fifth in this age group has been vaccinated.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 17:50:27 +0200Convicted controversial businessman Kočner facing trial again, for sending instructions from prison
Several witnesses, including ex-journalist turned spy Peter Tóth, testified on the first day, talking about Kočner's activities from prison.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 11:36:57 +02002021 sees a rapid increase in heart failure due to Covid
About 100,000 people in Slovakia have been diagnosed with it.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 11:11:39 +0200Labour market situation improves, 18,000 job ads were published in July
When compared with 2020, the number increased by 12 percent.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 10:55:43 +0200When the Hungarian royals were crowned in Bratislava. The city will return to the coronation times
The three-day programme will include a coronation parade, a tournament of knights, and free tours.
Tue, 10 Aug 2021 03:25:00 +0200The scorched castle deep in the Small Carpathians
The hike from the village of Borinka to Pajštún Castle offers breathtaking views.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 17:42:28 +0200News digest: Slovakia remains green, but new rules for deteriorating situation already being discussed
Draft warning system gives premises a chance to pick entrance rules. Slovak districts remain in the green tier. Summer schools are now open.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:16:23 +0200Slovak firefighters will help fight fires in Greece
Greece appreciates the gesture, calling it an expression of solidarity.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 16:05:07 +0200Another top official confesses to accepting a hefty bribe in the Mýtnik case
The recently charged Daniel Čech testified that former prime minister Peter Pellegrini also received a bribe.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 14:26:10 +0200Charges fly around Slovakia’s former prime ministers
Summer suspense as police continue uncovering corruption schemes, while epidemiologists prepare for the Delta episode of the pandemic to unfold.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:16:10 +0200The second pandemic wave postponed the treatment of many patients
Some treatments had to be suspended or even cancelled by a doctor or a hospital.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:12:04 +0200Slovak and Polish gas transmission networks are finally connected
The new gas pipeline will become an important part of the European north-south corridor.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:09:22 +0200Premises will decide on entry conditions. New Covid alert system proposed
The changes still need to be approved by the cabinet.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 12:00:00 +0200Respect, fear, and bravery: Pieniny
Discover Červený Kláštor, Dunajec and the Polish side of the mountains.
Mon, 09 Aug 2021 11:52:17 +0200The biggest auditors, accountants and tax advisors in Slovakia
The Slovak Spectator compiled the ranking of the largest audit companies in Slovakia in 2020.
Sun, 08 Aug 2021 21:30:00 +0200Here are the 20 most beautiful books in Slovakia
A book about cats flying to Canada named the most beautiful book for children in 2020.
Sat, 07 Aug 2021 09:00:00 +0200Iconic cars vroom up and down the Kysuce region
Vintage cars have been returning to the area for over 20 years.
Sat, 07 Aug 2021 08:30:00 +0200Fulbright is a life-changing experience, say participants
One of the largest international educational exchange programmes in the world marks 75 years.
Sat, 07 Aug 2021 08:03:49 +0200Slovakia won its fourth Olympic medal in Tokyo
Men's K4 team ended third.
Fri, 06 Aug 2021 16:00:40 +0200News digest: First Slovak hydrogen bus originates from eastern Slovakia
Race walker Matej Tóth did not repeat his Olympic success in Sapporo.
Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:26:29 +0200First Slovak hydrogen bus comes from eastern Slovakia
The prototype will be presented at the Expo in Dubai.
Fri, 06 Aug 2021 15:23:02 +0200Dilapidated Habermayer Palace in Bratislava’s centre getting another chance
A development company brushed off project for reconstruction.