Slovakia Spectator

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:31:14 +0100
From cost centres to value engines
How Slovakia’s business services sector is transforming through AI, higher skills and strategic maturity.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:24:55 +0100
News digest: Bratislava not buying Trump’s ‘Board of Peace’
Unequal elections, tax amnesty, and Roman board games.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 16:10:45 +0100
Slovakia introduces six-month tax amnesty for businesses
Companies and sole traders are allowed to settle tax debts without penalties or interest under a scheme.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 14:27:55 +0100
Slovakia set to hold unequal local elections again, despite constitutional rulings
The country’s ombudsman is the first official to challenge unequal local elections.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:14:16 +0100
Planning 2026 travel? Don’t miss Trenčín
A prestigious travel magazine has highlighted the Slovak town.

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:02:30 +0100
European capital of culture: Upcoming events in Trenčín
Your February guide to the city’s cultural highlights.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:43:00 +0100
News digest: Hungary opposition alleges Orbán prepared an escape for Fico
Long-awaited trials begin as parliament returns after a long break.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:18:49 +0100
New beetle species from Malaysia named after Slovak scientist’s granddaughter
Slovak entomologist Rudolf Gabzdil has identified a new jewel beetle species after decades of research.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:14:11 +0100
Slovak Amazon employee dismissed after founding trade union
Trade unions say the case highlights growing pressure on organised labour at multinational companies in Slovakia.

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 15:03:46 +0100
Greenlanders don’t want Trump, says Slovak who lived there for two years
Adela Bugyíková, who worked and lived in Greenland, says locals value their independence and way of life.

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 20:44:52 +0100
Last Week: What Slovakia’s decision about Trump’s Board of Peace will tell us 
Fico’s government has received an invitation. 

Sun, 25 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Historic sites in Slovakia shed light on Roman board games
Popular game among military helped soldiers develop strategic thinking.

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Award-winning economist: Slovakia not as bad as we often make out
Proper integration policy key to securing greatest benefits of migration, says Martin Kahanec.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 21:05:24 +0100
News digest: The villagers that are having second thoughts about their UNESCO listing
Slovakia’s Winter Olympic team takes shape, why Slovak Gen Z'ers skip showers but not styling, and the government's official anti-disinformation page falls silent.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:38:31 +0100
Ukraine embassy launches fundraiser to support power-starved regions
Ambassador says equipment shortages have deepened as Russia’s missile and drone strikes damage energy facilities in Ukraine during winter.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 18:21:01 +0100
Around 60 percent of Slovak Gen Z skip showers, yet men rarely skip styling their hair
A survey of health and beauty in Slovakia shows that people tend to work on their hair before they get round to cleaning their teeth.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:37:04 +0100
Tripping the light fantastic
If skiing is too expensive, there’s always dancing.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 17:02:52 +0100
Ride into the secret world of the Tatras by horse and carriage
The animal enclosure in Tatranská Javorina will be opened to the public for the first time through guided carriage rides.

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:44:58 +0100
Slovakia’s lustrous skies stole the spotlight. See why
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:50:00 +0100
News digest: Fico likens EU to a “massage parlour”, calls summit an “overpriced dinner”
Slovak politicians in propaganda media, weekend plans, and an energy fundraiser for Ukraine.

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