Slovakia News
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:50:02 +0000Art Nouveau attraction at heart of Bratislava restored after fire
Experts reject criticism of ‘new’ look, say building that housed legendary café now has original appearance.
Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:20:01 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 89 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 394,500.
Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:20:01 +0000How I walked Camino de Santiago in Slovakia
If your backpack is too heavy, you must have packed all your fears in it. Jana Liptáková shares the story of her pilgrimage.
Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 18:50:01 +0000One of Bratislava's most controversial real estate projects gets the green light
The approval comes after years of protests and changes.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:20:01 +0000From grazing sheep to internationally recognised resort. Demänovská Dolina marks 100 years of tourism
Concerns of the famous architect who helped develop the valley one century ago have materialised.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 17:20:01 +0000Police Corps president charged with abusing powers and marring justice
Peter Kovařík filed a complaint against the charges.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:20:01 +0000News digest: New infections highest since the end of the second wave
Lottery was not meant to increase vaccination uptake, according to Matovič. Teachers expect chaos at the start of the new school year. First medal for Slovakia at the Tokyo Paralympics.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slova...
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:20:02 +0000People are neglecting their teeth more due to the coronavirus
Health insurer calls on clients to get their annual dental check-ups before the end of the year.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:50:01 +0000German president honours paratroopers who took part in Operation Anthropoid during visit to Czechia
German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier is currently on a three-day visit to the Czech Republic. The German head of state is meeting with leading Czech officials, including President Miloš Zeman and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. In an historic firs...
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 11:20:02 +0000Can you guess the animal? Bojnice zoo has a new game
The bilingual game was inspired by the popular pastime of geocaching.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:20:03 +0000German president honours Czechoslovak paratroopers from Operation Anthropoid
German president honours Czechoslovak paratroopers from Operation Anthropoid
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Radio Prague
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:20:03 +0000Slovakia wins first medal in Tokyo, cyclist Metelka winning the bronze
Metelka is a Paralympic winner from Rio de Janeiro.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:20:03 +0000Breeding of exotic animals to be banned in Slovakia
The Environment Ministry is also searching for unofficial breeding stations.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:20:03 +0000Lottery for vaccinated not a tool to up vaccination rate, claims Matovič
The rules of the competition say something else.
Published: Thursday, August 26, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 17:20:01 +0000Ready for hybrid teaching? Schools will be switching between online and in-person education
Returning to school accompanied by joys as well as fears for adolescents.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 16:20:02 +0000News digest: Unvaccinated people over 50 will decide on the third wave
Deputy culture minister dismissed despite objections of Roma organisations. Minimum wage will go up next year. More districts in the orange tier next week.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 15:20:01 +0000Deputy culture minister dismissed without explanation. Some imply political games
Zuzana Kumanová has been supported by several Roma organisations active in Slovakia, who disagreed with the proposal.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 11:50:01 +0000Who would have thought flying could be made any more miserable
The coronavirus, like the 9/11 hijackers, has excelled its forerunners in sheer deviousness.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:50:02 +0000Who would have thought flying could be made any more miserable?
The coronavirus, like the 9/11 hijackers, has excelled its forerunners in sheer deviousness.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:20:01 +0000Minimum wage sees year-on-year growth
Tripartite meeting didn’t heed the demands of unions.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:20:01 +0000Slovak film about British sailor wins top prize in America
Sailing legend Paul Johnson never learned about the success as he died in July of this year
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:20:01 +0000Lack of chips a menace to industry, say central bank analysts
Industrial production has not reached the pre-pandemic level despite strong growth.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 10:20:01 +0000Pigeon droppings damage Košice's gothic cathedral. Dirty water pours indoors
Nets and spikes are being installed against birds.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 25 Aug 2021 05:50:01 +0000Blog: The ultimate guide to where to stay in the High Tatras
If you're stuck on where to stay in the High Tatras, I would suggest choosing which hikes you want to try first.
Published: Wednesday, August 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:20:02 +0000News digest: 250 people with connections to Slovakia want to leave Afghanistan
If necessary, Slovakia may send another special plane to Afghanistan. Sputnik V vaccination finishing at the end of August. Learn more in today's digest.
Published: Tuesday, August 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:20:02 +0000Companies struggle with data on vaccination of their employees
They can obtain information only if employees voluntarily provide it.
Published: Tuesday, August 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 24 Aug 2021 16:20:02 +0000Bratislava public transport lines will change
With the arrival of the school year, public transport in the capital should run more often.
Published: Tuesday, August 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 24 Aug 2021 14:50:01 +0000His DNA has not been detected. Investigation of ex-spy head's corruption suspicions nears its end
Former director of the Slovak intelligence agency Vladimír Pčolinský faces corruption charges. It is not easy to find DNA on banknotes, police say.
Published: Tuesday, August 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 24 Aug 2021 13:50:01 +0000We've got the key to winning the fight of our generation
Fighting Covid-19 requires sacrifice, patience, and patriotism, writes US Ambassador Bridget Brink.
Published: Tuesday, August 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 24 Aug 2021 09:50:02 +0000Unemployment rate will continue to fall in the following months, analysts predict
Demand for production operators grew.
Published: Tuesday, August 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator