Slovakia Spectator
Sat, 21 May 2022 06:54:08 +0200New way to relax at Bratislava's popular Železná Studnička
Cozy wooden stairs take visitors down to the water.
Fri, 20 May 2022 14:58:23 +0200News digest: World's first hydrogen train debuts in Slovakia
Bratislava gears up for mosquito season, it's the anniversary of Ján Čiernohaus who designed the skeleton of the Eiffel Tower, and wine cellars in the Small Carpathian Region are open for wine lovers.
Fri, 20 May 2022 14:14:12 +0200As mosquito season nears, Bratislava readies it sprayers – and drones
The capital will again deploy volunteers to monitor mosquito hatcheries.
Fri, 20 May 2022 11:20:56 +0200Weekend: Losing it soon in the largest maze in Central Europe
A book that costs €1,500, Urban Market kicks off in Bratislava, and where to go to relive the 1944 uprising.
Thu, 19 May 2022 17:29:52 +0200Towns and municipalities enter strike alert
ZMOS talks about nationwide strike.
Thu, 19 May 2022 17:27:53 +0200Scientist are fed up with people spreading lies
One scientist already won a lawsuit.
Thu, 19 May 2022 17:19:13 +0200News digest: Slovakia pays for Russian gas in euros
A doctor filed lawsuits against MPs spreading lies about him. Government-approved anti-inflation help might not get support. Learn more in today's digest.
Thu, 19 May 2022 13:18:16 +0200In reaction to the war, Slovakia makes hiring Ukrainians easier
Temporary protection status significantly shortens and simplifies the access of Ukrainian refugees to employment in Slovakia.
Thu, 19 May 2022 11:46:38 +0200Slovakia paid for Russian gas in euros. Gas taps remain open
The May invoice is due on May 20.
Thu, 19 May 2022 11:43:49 +0200The uncertain future of Matovič's package for families
The government passed several anti-inflation measures on May 18. It is now time for MPs to vote.
Thu, 19 May 2022 11:26:44 +0200Health Ministry suspends protocol helping transgender people
The document does not include diagnostic procedures, which the ministry now sees as a problem.
Wed, 18 May 2022 19:14:00 +0200News digest: Slovak embassy in Kyiv reopens
Government approves new Slovnaft tax. Bratislava palace to close in summer.
Wed, 18 May 2022 18:04:15 +0200Low wages and corruption keeping young Slovaks from coming home
Only a third want to return to Slovakia, poll shows.
Wed, 18 May 2022 17:48:29 +0200Government agrees on special Slovnaft tax
SaS weighing up veto in parliament.
Wed, 18 May 2022 13:46:23 +0200Slovak National Gallery to close as refit enters final stage
Bratislava premises to shut for summer.
Wed, 18 May 2022 12:31:09 +0200New confectioner's shop in Žilina employs socially-disadvantaged
They also sell products from workshops for disadvantaged people and local creators.
Wed, 18 May 2022 12:10:57 +0200If Matovič insists on raising taxes, SaS ready to withdraw from coalition agreement
Other coalition partners' support for the finance minister's plan uncertain.
Tue, 17 May 2022 19:14:04 +0200News digest: A letter to Mark Zuckerberg
Slovakia supports Finland and Sweden in joining NATO. Read an interview with outgoing US Ambassador to Slovakia Bridget Brink.
Tue, 17 May 2022 18:48:46 +0200US Congressmen to Zuckerberg: Stop pro-Russian propaganda on Slovak Facebook
Facebook to brief the Intelligence Committee soon.
Tue, 17 May 2022 18:46:31 +0200Slovak economy back at pre-pandemic levels, possibly thanks to households
The war in Ukraine impacted the country's economic growth in Q1/2022, but not its labour market.
Tue, 17 May 2022 18:40:39 +0200Prosecutor files indictment against ex-secret service head
The original charges against Vladimír Pčolinský were cancelled by the Prosecutor General's Office last year.
Tue, 17 May 2022 17:25:26 +0200Do you know who owns filling stations in Slovakia?
The top 3 chains are not a surprise.
Tue, 17 May 2022 14:14:12 +0200Solutions to tackle brain drain planned as part of Slovakia’s Recovery Plan
Easier integration of foreigners and Slovaks returning from abroad are among the measures laid out by the plan, which should pour hundreds of millions of euros into the Slovak economy.
Tue, 17 May 2022 12:10:25 +0200Matovič proposes cutting municipality money, mayors oppose
Municipalities might have to raise fees to cover the loss.
Tue, 17 May 2022 11:50:23 +0200Korčok: Finland and Sweden joining NATO is in our interest
Russian aggression changed their stance on military neutrality.
Tue, 17 May 2022 10:15:00 +0200US defending Slovakia is not a promise, it's a commitment
US Ambassador Bridget Brink is leaving her post after three years.
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.