Slovakia Spectator
Sun, 18 Sep 2022 16:17:29 +0200Slovakia approves of Von der Leyen's agenda set in her address
Proposed EU solutions on how to tackle the energy crisis welcomed by Slovak politicians and experts.
Fri, 16 Sep 2022 17:03:17 +0200As Britain farewells Queen Elizabeth, its curious character is on full display
Democracy has its limits.
Fri, 16 Sep 2022 16:06:32 +0200News digest: Flamingo spotted in Slovakia, added to Slovakia's list of fauna
White Night festival starts in Bratislava, an antigen test will be enough to get a Covid certificate, and Coburg mansion in Jelšava makes its pitch to fright-hungry tourists.
Fri, 16 Sep 2022 15:19:07 +0200Bratislava is restoring its historic Calvary
The foundation stone will be blessed this Sunday.
Fri, 16 Sep 2022 13:01:49 +0200Foreigners: Top 10 events in Bratislava
Tips for the top 10 events in the capital between September 15 and September 25, plus regular services in different languages, training, temporary exhibitions and highlights of the year.
Fri, 16 Sep 2022 12:49:33 +0200Weekend: Biggest wine street party makes a comeback
What’s going on in Bratislava, a new Slovak documentary hits cinemas.
Thu, 15 Sep 2022 15:56:06 +0200Large medieval catapult stands in Trnava
Siege facility to draw attention to Trnava's old walls.
Thu, 15 Sep 2022 11:21:36 +0200Slovaks' scepticism towards Ukrainian refugees is rising, survey finds
In the early stages of the war, Slovaks expressed unprecedented solidarity with Ukrainian refugees.
Thu, 15 Sep 2022 10:17:17 +0200Famous Tatra eagle Anička found
Bird spotted months after disappearing from nesting site.
Thu, 15 Sep 2022 08:03:03 +0200How to apply for money for house restoration? (Q&A)
Subsidies will be offered from October.
Thu, 15 Sep 2022 07:40:00 +0200LGBT+ places in Bratislava: Shining bright in rainbow colours
The times of clandestine meetings of gay people at public toilets and in parks are largely over in Bratislava as LGBT+ life in the city continues to evolve.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 19:28:08 +0200News digest: Most MPs on a day strike in debate chamber
Inflation keeps rising. Seven tips on what to see during the White Night festival.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:56:32 +0200New postal stamp shows solidarity with Ukraine
Slovenská Pošta also used an image inspired by the war
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:52:40 +0200Rules for mortgages will be stricter for people over 40 in Slovakia
Slovakia's central bank has adjusted the rules for loans based on age.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 16:18:46 +0200Seven things you need to know so you don't get lost during the White Night festival
“A manual” for the festival and seven sites choosen by The Slovak Spectator.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:41:42 +0200No more distance schooling, parents demand as energy crisis looms
Government yet to outline plans for schools if heating becomes unaffordable.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:30:12 +0200The bittersweet story of Hungary's Maria Callas began in Bratislava
The life of Erzsébet Házy, an acknowledged opera performer, shared many parallels with the world-renowned American-Greek soprano.
Wed, 14 Sep 2022 11:18:59 +0200Coalition struggles in parliament after SaS departure
Regular session, including vote on Sweden's and Finland's NATO accession, postponed.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 19:04:13 +0200News digest: No ban for KHL players from national team
A large goat breeding cooperative shuts down. Public defender of rights' chair vacant for months.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:51:37 +0200President appoints new ministers, criticises PM
Being an expert today is not enough, President Čaputová says.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 18:46:10 +0200Moral compass takes some Slovak players to KHL, and thus to Putin
The Slovak hockey federation sees no problem with athletes playing in the KHL league and for the national team.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 12:01:24 +0200Snina plant to produce ammunition for Ukraine and NATO countries
Investment will bring new jobs.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 11:58:05 +0200Important goat breeder to close, impacting other sectors
Government subsidies were too slow.
Tue, 13 Sep 2022 07:00:00 +0200People's rights under threat as Slovak parliament fails to elect ombudsman
The last public defender of rights, Mária Patakyová, left her post five months ago and no replacement has been chosen – a sign of the lack of esteem in which politicians hold the office.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 19:02:02 +0200News digest: Opposition's win after president promises referendum
Heger's candidates for ministers and a language dilemma over the British king's name.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 18:54:59 +0200Slovaks face dilemma over the new British king's name
Prince Charles has visited Slovakia twice.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 18:51:39 +0200Slovakia will hold opposition-initiated referendum
The opposition dissatisfied with President Zuzana Čaputová's decision.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 13:49:12 +0200Slovakia’s coalition concocts a novel, and peculiar, governing mix
But who exactly will be responsible for the performance of the new ministers?
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:30:18 +0200Illegal Eurovea terrace restaurants to be demolished
New building plans are already in the works.
Mon, 12 Sep 2022 12:23:46 +0200Heat Producers: It is as if two million people do not exist
An average increase of 140 percent in heat prices should be expected.