Slovak Spectator
Mon, 16 May 2022 19:41:32 +0200News digest: Police detain controversial ex-Supreme Court judge
President Zuzana Čaputová will meet with her Ukrainian counterpart. No Covid-19 tests or proof of vaccination needed in Austria.
Mon, 16 May 2022 18:22:11 +0200How transparent is the region you live in?
Eight Slovak regions are more transparent than the largest municipalities, a new Transparency International Slovakia ranking shows.
Mon, 16 May 2022 18:14:33 +0200Ukrainian cars clogging Slovak border crossing
Ukraine has abolished duties and taxes on car imports to the country.
Mon, 16 May 2022 15:12:07 +0200What kind of person walks out on Zelensky?
The kind that is trying to get into government, unfortunately.
Mon, 16 May 2022 11:45:05 +0200Hotels help refugees with no state aid in sight
Belated aid hurts hotels largely dependent on the summer tourist season.
Mon, 16 May 2022 11:23:24 +0200Zuzana Čaputová accepts invitation to Kyiv
The president would like to bring an specific offer of help on her visit.
Sat, 14 May 2022 21:55:28 +0200Slovakia will have to wait for second win following 1-2 loss to Germany
Slovakia had 29 shots on the German net, visibly more than Germany.
Fri, 13 May 2022 17:47:22 +0200Slovakia wins first game at this year's world hockey championship
Pavol Regenda scored the opening goal against France.
Fri, 13 May 2022 15:40:14 +0200News digest: Legendary Miletička marketplace prepares for refurbishment
Maria Theresa was born 305 years ago today, Kaliňák has been released from custody, and Friday the 13th is no more dangerous than a regular Friday (phew!).
Fri, 13 May 2022 14:54:16 +0200Bratislavans: We care about Miletička
Customers and stallholders at the legendary Bratislava marketplace were canvassed for their views ahead of a forthcoming revamp.
Fri, 13 May 2022 14:44:20 +0200Politics vs Pop Culture
Eurovision says quite a lot about how Europeans feel about one another.
Fri, 13 May 2022 14:25:12 +0200Kaliňák released from custody
Supreme Court reverses earlier decision by Specialised Criminal Court to allow former interior minister's detention.
Fri, 13 May 2022 13:02:28 +0200Weekend: Bratislava's Umbrella Street inspired by a happy painter
Find the latest travel and culture news in the Spectacular Slovakia Roundup.
Fri, 13 May 2022 10:42:56 +0200Computer scientist explains how robots see and translators translate
Current trends in the field raise interesting questions.
Fri, 13 May 2022 07:34:14 +0200Why come to Slovakia?
And why I would surely return.
Fri, 13 May 2022 06:45:16 +0200Slovak medieval murals obtain European Heritage Label
It is the first time at this level the European Commission has recognised sites in Slovakia symbolising common European history.
Thu, 12 May 2022 18:17:19 +0200News digest: Slovak ice hockey team coach nervous before every game
Legendary cafeteria might be replaced by flats. Slovakia is home to a new mineral. Learn more in today's digest.
Thu, 12 May 2022 18:08:15 +0200State-run carrier to suspend two fast trains
Both operate between Žilina and Košice.
Thu, 12 May 2022 18:06:10 +0200Slovakia coach Ramsay: I'm nervous as always
The boys will try hard, coach says.
Thu, 12 May 2022 15:56:21 +0200New rules on gender recognition mean a lot to transgender people – and to conservatives
The new gender reassignment protocol replaces a 1981 regulation. It’s a step forward, say activists; conservatives are outraged.
Thu, 12 May 2022 15:12:10 +0200Do you want to grow grapes? Bratislava offers municipal vineyards for rent
The city has so far leased out three vineyards in Rača.
Thu, 12 May 2022 14:38:42 +0200Helping to protect Slovakia. A commander who is a Czech paratrooper with Afghan experience
NATO forces are training in Lešť, a military training ground that has no match in Czechia.
Thu, 12 May 2022 11:01:30 +0200What does it mean to be homesick in Slovakia?
Jeremy Hill discusses homesickness with four foreigners.
Thu, 12 May 2022 10:58:45 +0200Meteorologists recorded first summer day in Slovakia
The temperature was higher than 25°Celsius in multiple locations for the first time.
Thu, 12 May 2022 10:56:48 +0200Bear attacks, tourist badly injured
Three rescue teams and a helicopter set out to help.
Thu, 12 May 2022 10:50:58 +0200Belize or Palestine. Slovakia negotiates Covid vaccine donations with five countries
Slovakia ordered more than it eventually needed. More vaccines expected to arrive later this year.
Thu, 12 May 2022 07:00:00 +0200Slovakia is home to a newly identified mineral
The unique crystalline material was found near Kremnica.
Thu, 12 May 2022 06:20:00 +0200Short-time work scheme becomes permanent
Kurzarbeit should help companies affected by Ukraine war.
Wed, 11 May 2022 18:30:01 +0200News digest: "People in Slovakia are literally angry"
Finance Minister Igor Matovič not right about last week's prediction about the collapse of the coalition (for now). A legendary Bratislava canteen may disappear.
Wed, 11 May 2022 18:23:32 +0200€100 allowance as inflation relief sails through cabinet
Coalition partner SaS did not veto the proposal, coalition determined to work out the looming crisis.
Wed, 11 May 2022 17:47:34 +0200Hundreds of study programmes cease to exist. Universities lack students and professors
Slovak universities closed more than 900 study programmes, a 1,000 more yet to shut down.
Wed, 11 May 2022 17:40:36 +0200Museums and galleries across Slovakia open their doors this weekend
Night of Museums and Galleries welcomes visitors to Slovak galleries and museums across the country on May 14.
Wed, 11 May 2022 11:37:03 +0200Approval underway for flats to replace legendary cafeteria
Jedáleň u Orbána has retained an atmosphere of former times, where all strata of society gather to eat.
Wed, 11 May 2022 11:07:49 +0200The world if Zelensky had taken the ride, not ammunition
A quick defeat of Ukraine would have changed the world into its worst possible version.
Wed, 11 May 2022 10:46:59 +0200Tom Nicholson: If Fico returns, just pack up and leave
There is always a group of voters who choose evil, Nicholson opines.
Wed, 11 May 2022 07:19:07 +0200For financial aid and Fico, the coalition might fail
OĽaNO claims SaS is going to quit. SaS says it's not, but Sme Rodina should.
Tue, 10 May 2022 18:58:56 +0200News digest: Russia might invade you, Zelensky warns Slovaks
Ukrainian kids sang Jill Biden a song by a composer who was killed for being Ukrainian. First tropical day in Slovakia is expected on Thursday.
Tue, 10 May 2022 17:53:27 +0200Top 5 quotes from Zelensky's speech to Slovak parliament
The occupation of Slovakia must never happen again, the Ukrainian president said.
Tue, 10 May 2022 17:49:00 +0200Most Ukrainian refugees in Slovakia seek work, despite many barriers
Four percent are interested in doing business, a Trexima poll shows.
Tue, 10 May 2022 13:00:54 +0200Zelensky to Slovaks: Be Ukraine's voice in the EU
Ukrainian president addresses the Slovak parliament, highlights the importance of sanctions in energy sector.
Tue, 10 May 2022 12:08:04 +0200Slovakia braces for regulation of online content
Various ministries claim jurisdiction over online regulation.
Tue, 10 May 2022 12:00:42 +0200Pandemic and war in Ukraine triggers waves of solidarity (CSR in focus)
Companies helping Ukrainian refugees, interview with an expert in volunteering, shortlisted companies for Via Bona awards and more regarding corporate social responsibility.
Tue, 10 May 2022 11:49:16 +0200Special needs Roma compensated for illegal custody
The incident happened nine years ago.
Tue, 10 May 2022 11:44:38 +0200Elevator tragedy a year later: no one accused but elevator changed
The investigation closed last December.
Tue, 10 May 2022 11:32:59 +0200"I just went out to brush my teeth." Jill Biden surprises refugees in Košice
Ukrainian kids sang Jill Biden a song by a composer who was killed for being Ukrainian.