Slovak Spectator
Fri, 16 May 2025 22:22:09 +0200News digest: Facebook justice? Šutaj Eštok announces police charges via post from Dubai
PM Robert Fico defends Moscow visit at European Political Community summit, Slovak defender Martin Valjent’s historic goal at the Bernabéu, and fraud scandal topples Petržalka's mayor.
Fri, 16 May 2025 17:55:39 +0200A mayor resigns over €2.7 million fraud scandal at town hall
A municipal employee diverted funds into over 150 personal accounts.
Fri, 16 May 2025 17:26:09 +0200Slovakia holds talks with Westinghouse about building new nuclear reactor
PM Robert Fico has signalled strong interest in partnering with US nuclear firm Westinghouse to build a new €10-billion reactor.
Fri, 16 May 2025 15:54:12 +0200The Coburgs are long gone. The park is just getting started.
In a remote corner of central Slovakia, an abandoned aristocratic estate is being reborn.
Fri, 16 May 2025 11:00:00 +0200Weekend: One of the most popular events in Slovakia is here
Here's what to do during the weekend of May 16-18.
Fri, 16 May 2025 10:41:43 +0200Show me your moves! Slovak hockey stars share their best pick-up lines
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Thu, 15 May 2025 23:00:00 +0200He designed Gatwick. But this is his masterpiece
Eugen Rosenberg helped shape post-war Britain with landmark buildings across the UK. Yet his most intimate creation stands quietly in a small Slovak town.
Thu, 15 May 2025 08:00:00 +0200A Slovak defender stole the spotlight at the Bernabéu. Then came heartbreak
Martin Valjent delivered a heroic performance against one of the world’s best clubs.
Thu, 15 May 2025 23:55:00 +0200News digest: Fico returns to scene of his shooting after secret talks – this time for a party gig
Slovakia’s economy slows, Valjent’s heroics undone by late Madrid goal, and Bratislava hosts free events.
Thu, 15 May 2025 20:02:28 +0200Slovakia’s economic growth slows as austerity measures bite
Experts see potential for recovery later in 2025 if EU funds are spent effectively.
Thu, 15 May 2025 18:12:01 +0200In Slovakia, the prime minister was shot. A third of the country is not so sure
A new poll reveals a startling level of scepticism about the attempt on Robert Fico’s life – and a deeper distrust in the state.
Thu, 15 May 2025 16:51:54 +0200Smer brands axe-wielding protester a ‘threat’ – police initially closed case as misdemeanour, then filed charges after party’s criticism
A Demokrati member used a metaphor to describe PM Fico’s downfall.
Thu, 15 May 2025 16:00:00 +0200Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Enjoy music in all its variety, dance at a roller disco, and try to visit all of Bratislava’s museums in a single day.
Thu, 15 May 2025 12:11:50 +02003 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Visit museums, enjoy music or party in daylight.
Wed, 14 May 2025 21:59:45 +0200News digest: Coalition and opposition voters find something to agree on
Slovak ice-hockey players victorious, learn about the curious Slovak wedding traditions, and Slovak Academy of Sciences institute blasts Covid vaccine report.
Wed, 14 May 2025 21:25:09 +0200Putin backs Fico’s plan for monument to Soviet marshal
Prague removed its monument to Ivan Konev five years ago.
Wed, 14 May 2025 21:11:04 +0200Sugar tax slashes drink sales, state revenue may falls short of expectations
Price increased as much as 30 to 50 percent.
Wed, 14 May 2025 19:10:07 +0200Add unique dimension to stargazing by spending night in glass cabins
New eco-friendly accommodation opens in Slovakia’s Rudohorie mountains.
Wed, 14 May 2025 16:01:00 +0200Kidnapping and virginity: brace yourself for a Slovak wedding
Some of the more traditional wedding rituals seem shocking today.
Tue, 13 May 2025 23:55:00 +0200News digest: Fico’s latest target? Sunday TV debates
A US conspiracy theorist wants to visit Slovakia. In Košice, a banner branded Fico a traitor.