Here's what to do during the weekend of 9-11 January.

A German firm pulls out, how to enjoy Bratislava, and an American speed skater aiming to help build a strong Slovak speed skating team.

LES Slovakia, part of cable-harness maker LES Langen Electronic Systems, has filed for insolvency after years of weak profitability.

A tip for a trail often offering a winter wonderland when Bratislava can’t.

The 27-year-old from Košice took cocaine that was unknowingly laced with fentanyl.

Viktória Čerňanská has secured Slovakia a place in women’s monobob at the Milan–Cortina Winter Games.

Become a DJ at Subdeck, enjoy a dose of art at the French Institute, or head to Ružinov for an evening of jazz with master singer Peter Lipa.

While there were Slavic mid- and lower gentry at one time, they slowly lost their wealth.

Tourism officials have restored springs along popular trails near Žilina.

As interest grows, the embassy encourages QR-code registration to keep sessions comfortable.

Where should we look for hope in 2026?

A Syrian-born father who fled war runs a kebab shop alone in Slovakia, working long hours to give his children a normal life.

Fico attacks Washington as opposition questions consistency with Slovakia’s stance on Ukraine.

Politicians split over Venezuela, wartime decrees spark protests in Budapest, and eastern Slovakia emerges as a logistics gateway to Ukraine.

Holidaymakers could soon camp among the vines as the country invests millions in campervan tourism to boost local food, wine and rural jobs.

Critics accuse the government of double standards after lavish machinery purchase for castles and museums.

A torchlit rally outside the Slovak Embassy on Saturday condemned the Criminal Code amendment.

It is not at Slovakia’s highest point, Gerlachovský peak; experts confirmed their calculations during an expedition.

Volvo plant, improving infrastructure transform region into future gateway for Ukraine rebuilding and cross-border logistics.

New Year speeches, a Slovak poet’s New York Times moment, and stricter ski helmet rules set the tone for 2026.