Slovak Spectator
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:57:15 +0100Slovak and Czech millionaires boom in uncertain times
Their wealth grows at a record pace as diversification and strategic investing outweigh economic turbulence.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 23:59:00 +0100News digest: parliament’s ugly hour: Fico blames mother, Kaliňák fans HIV fears
A twist in the move to scrap the whistleblower watchdog, your weekend tips, and the government’s new energy-price and aid plan.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:51:35 +0100Living in Slovakia? Your 2026 energy bill depends on one thing: state aid
Households with support see small increases. Those without face far steeper costs.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 22:23:00 +0100Energy aid plan is here, and it comes with EU money, eligibility math and a whole lot of fine print
Up to 90 percent of homes will get cheaper power next year.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 18:34:56 +0100A mall deal was already under fire — then an influencer called it “slayáda”
Her offhand comment went viral.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 15:49:07 +0100Ski season in Slovakia kicks off with record early start
New features include fresh pistes, upgraded snowmaking and improved slope safety.
Thu, 04 Dec 2025 13:02:16 +0100Weekend: Meet St Nicholas on mountain, tram, train or charity run
Here's what to do during the weekend of December 5-7.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 23:42:45 +0100Fresh trouble for interior minister as prosecutor defends police whistleblower
Decision questions the legality of reassigning investigator Peter Juhás, amid mounting disputes over the ministry’s handling of anti-corruption police officers.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:00:45 +0100News digest: How many Slovaks want democracy to prevail?
The ranking of hospitals in Slovakia, the new modern trains soon to operate on railways, and a short overview of the achievements of scientists in Slovakia.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 18:00:00 +01003 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Explore capital’s festive season with international choir music or a sustainable clothing swap.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 17:00:00 +0100Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Join St Nicholas for a run, explore the magical festive castle, and experience the Christmas vibe through the passion of tango!
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 14:00:00 +0100From distant stars to living cells: Scientists in Slovakia continue to bring new knowledge
Researchers are earning international recognition.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:24:49 +0100As auto electrification advances, industry uncertainty looms
With new electric models and €1.2-billion ‘gigafactory’ battery plant under construction, Slovakia moves toward electromobility.
Wed, 03 Dec 2025 08:19:33 +0100How bees dance, swarm and make honey: Slovak centre unveils interactive pollinator guide
A tablet-powered educational panel at Včelí kRaj in Liešnica brings the lives of bees into focus.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 23:59:00 +0100News digest: Bratislava blows the whistle, the coalition still won’t listen
Despite struggles, the coalition advances the whistleblower office bill in parliament.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 20:35:59 +0100New trains to offer 21st-century travel on Bratislava’s main international route
Already running between Prague and Berlin, ComfortJet units are set to expand to more Slovak routes in the future.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:21:27 +0100A German virus denier packed a Bratislava pub. Scientists were not thrilled.
Stefan Lanka was invited by a Slovak singer to a pay-to-enter, no-phones event where he told a crowd that viruses aren’t real.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 17:51:25 +0100Slovakia just invented a real-life ‘She-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named’
A former theatre chief can’t mention the culture minister at all — not online, not in print, not anywhere.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:53:54 +0100Innovation needs trust. Slovakia is running out of it.
The triple-helix model thrives on cooperation between government, industry and academia. Slovakia’s widening trust gap threatens to break that cycle.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 16:23:40 +0100Romance, spa, culture — what is your pick? Slovak hotels just won big at Europe’s heritage awards
Four Slovak hotels topped their categories, with a dozen awards recognising standout heritage stays.