Slovakia Spectator

Thu, 21 Nov 2024 06:00:00 +0100
Vivat Slovakia: A language guide to independence
Written over 20 years ago, this article is surprisingly relevant to politics still today.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 22:16:33 +0100
New regulations for stall carp sales, but Pellegrini’s Christmas tradition lives on
Supermarkets have banned stall sales of carp.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 21:37:07 +0100
Billie Jean King Cup finals prove too much for underdog Slovakia
Last time Slovakia won was in 2002.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 20:00:01 +0100
A portal to Krupina's past
The Emperor ordered residents to work on the construction of the town fortification without pay.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:27:59 +0100
Bratislava among capitals with very high English proficiency
Slovakia had slightly worse results than last year.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:24:45 +0100
News digest: Culture Ministry shows price for new version of national anthem
More options to return PET bottles, poster causing stir in Nitra, and tip for film festival.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:15:58 +0100
Number of exchange points for plastic drink bottles and cans increased
People can exchange plastic bottles and cans for vouchers at petrol stations for fuel or other goods or services.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 16:15:47 +0100
Rome to Bratislava: one-way ticket?
It looks like everybody is on the move nowadays. But what do we know?

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 15:33:22 +0100
Councillors demand halt to Christmas poster over “offence to Christianity”
Nitra officials stand by the design.

Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:26:15 +0100
Charity Christmas Bazaar to be place of giving and receiving again
The 30th charity event will be held this Sunday.  

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:59:27 +0100
News digest: PM Fico takes first steps to repair fractured coalition
The ministry revises immigration laws again. Slovak tennis players prepare to compete for a prestigious cup.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 23:55:29 +0100
Slovakia moves to fast-track immigration changes, citing EU deadline and economic risks
The ministry seeks urgent cabinet and parliament approval for amendments to immigration laws.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:51:52 +0100
Slovakia debuts its first hydrogen truck at motor racing facility
The truck has a range of up to 750 km per top-up.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:48:08 +0100
Fico slams Biden’s missile decision as war marks 1,000 days
In Slovakia, a thousand candles commemorate Ukraine’s struggle against Russia’s unjustified invasion.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:45:45 +0100
Rising high in Kysuce: A new destination for year-round views
A new lookout tower will welcome first visitors in May next year.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 16:00:00 +0100
Defection of Šťastný brothers is the stuff of Hollywood movie
Playing for Quebec Nordiques, Peter, Anton and Marián formed a feared trio on ice.

Tue, 19 Nov 2024 12:00:00 +0100
How adhering to new EU rules can propel your business forward
Non-compliance with the EU’s carbon and deforestation standards may lead to penalties.

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 19:16:35 +0100
Lacking coordination and cash, municipalities struggle to integrate foreigners
Nitra has become the first town to adopt an integration strategy.

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 18:19:06 +0100
News digest: Celebrating his party’s anniversary, PM Fico sends warning to coalition
Remembering November 17, interview with a scientist, and the PM's proposal for an electoral system stricter than Russia's.

Mon, 18 Nov 2024 18:07:35 +0100
Remembering the lesson of November 1989, thousands took to the streets
Some events commemorated the victim of police brutality in Košice.

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