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Sat, 28 Aug 2021 08:50:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 122 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 394,500. Published: Saturday, August 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 28 Aug 2021 08:20:02 +0000
With "crime scenes", Bratislava tries to reduce cigarette butt pollution
Can the Ružinov borough stub out cigarette butt littering? Published: Saturday, August 28, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:50:01 +0000
News digest: Bratislava mayor warns against 130 km/h speed on capital's bypass
Cross-border commuters will not need to quarantine as of Monday. Art Nouveau building in Bratislava's centre shines again. Second medal for Slovakia at the Tokyo Paralympics. Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectat...

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:50:01 +0000
Japan's father of skiing was Slovak
First Slovak lands on Times Square billboard. High Tatras get its first via ferrata. More great news in the Spectacular Slovakia roundup. Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 13:50:02 +0000
Smart highway system in Bratislava is bad news for public transport, mayor says
The highway operator is introducing a system allowing speeds of up to 130 km/h on the bypass. Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 12:50:02 +0000
Slovak engineers will develop rear lights for cars
Hella Group is opening a development centre in western Slovakia Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 10:50:02 +0000
First Slovak lands on Times Square billboard
High Tatras get its first via ferrata. More great news in the Spectacular Slovakia roundup. Published: Friday, August 27, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 27 Aug 2021 08:50:02 +0000
Art 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 +0000
Coronavirus 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 +0000
How 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 +0000
One 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 +0000
From 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 +0000
Police 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 +0000
News 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 +0000
People 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 +0000
German 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 +0000
Can 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 +0000
German 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 +0000
Slovakia 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 +0000
Breeding 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 +0000
Lottery 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 +0000
Ready 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 +0000
News 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 +0000
Deputy 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 +0000
Who 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 +0000
Who 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 +0000
Minimum 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 +0000
Slovak 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 +0000
Lack 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 +0000
Pigeon 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



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