Slovak Spectator
Fri, 18 Apr 2025 08:00:00 +0200Slovakia's latest basketball star is destined for great things in the USA
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia for your Good Friday.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 23:55:00 +0200News digest: Finns air unseen video of Fico shooting, PM’s bloody jacket driven away by minister
Slovaks are eating fewer eggs, film awards handed out, and police detain a man after a sword attack threat in Bratislava.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:58:03 +02003 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Soak up choral music, unwind to Brazilian jazz, or stretch your legs on a hike.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 18:48:00 +0200He has been disciplined for delays. Now he will lead Slovakia’s top court
František Mozner will succeed Ján Šikuta as president of the Supreme Court.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:40:41 +0200Slovak startup Upfan declares war on fake tickets
After being duped by fake tickets, Andrej Nagy created Upfan – a platform that could revolutionise event access.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:37:21 +0200Smer MEP tells Slovaks to learn the EU’s rules – so they can break free from Brussels
Judita Laššáková tells stunned students and townsfolk how the country could one day walk away from the EU – despite government denials.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:35:03 +0200Too small to cope alone, Slovak villages are teaming up
Shared services centres are helping rural mayors pool resources, cut costs and finally hire the experts they need.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 17:11:00 +0200Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Search for Ľudovít at Devín Castle, feel the spirit of Spain at Slovak Philharmonic or travel in time at the centre of Bratislava.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 15:40:51 +0200Hundreds of people ousted from Bratislava’s Volkswagen
The current turmoil has nothing to do with US tariffs, but one brand is in trouble.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 13:00:00 +0200Weekend: What to make of Easter in Slovakia
Here's what to do during the long weekend of April 18-21.
Thu, 17 Apr 2025 02:24:17 +0200US giant pulls plug on Slovak factory, axing 137 jobs
Honeywell cites ‘high labour costs’ as it shutters Slovak plant that once employed 500 workers.
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:58:41 +0200News digest: House passes what activists and civic organisations call Russian law
Tempestuous times ahead of Slovak weather agency, Slovak singer at Eurovision not representing Slovakia, and tip on where to spend Easter.
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:22:56 +0200Cockroaches and crumbling toilets greet seven-year-old battling serious virus
Mum says staff work miracles – but asks if ministers would let their families stay there.
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 19:19:17 +0200Extremist with ties to Slovak ruling party arrested outside parliament
Daniel Bombic has defied a court order and continued to attack public figures online.
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 18:35:50 +0200Slovakia's top ice-hockey league finals may see a new record
Nitra has yet to beat Košice in playoffs.
Wed, 16 Apr 2025 14:00:00 +0200The Slovak singer who wants to help Czechia achieve its best result in Eurovision
Adam Pavlovčin on preparation, putting experience into songwriting, and representation of minorities.
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 23:55:00 +0200News digest: A parade too far? Fico heads to Moscow despite EU warnings
AI-generated video shows PM behind bars, MP sneaks “booze” into parliament, and Slovakia braces for a sweltering Wednesday.
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 22:30:00 +0200“Return not,” the ocean cried. But I returned for her
A granddaughter’s pilgrimage to Slovakia, fuelled by stories, slivovica and a love that never faded.
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:40:07 +0200Prices surge in Slovakia as inflation hits 15-month high
Services and essential goods drive 4 percent rise, with more pressure expected from new transaction tax.
Tue, 15 Apr 2025 18:48:08 +0200Samuel Gidi applies for Slovak citizenship ahead of Euro U21
The 20-year-old Ghanaian midfielder arrived at Žilina aged 15 and has grown into a first-team regular.