Slovakia Spectator

Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:00:00 +0200
A former Argentine soldier reveals what has surprised and impressed him in Slovakia
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:58:00 +0200
News digest: A quiet U-turn in Bratislava
Slovak firefighters head to France to help with wildfires, a US-born skier with Slovak roots, and our picks of quirky weekend events.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:28:00 +0200
Four injured after propane-butane cylinder explodes at Bratislava market
Three people were taken to hospital with burns after the blast.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 23:24:09 +0200
Ukraine to host Nations League matches in Slovakia
Trnava’s Anton Malatinský Stadium will stage October fixtures against Northern Ireland and Hungary.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 19:34:00 +0200
Irish teenager accused of fatal hit-and-run near Bratislava found by police
A 51-year-old cyclist died after being hit by a BMW near Čunovo.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:19:00 +0200
A mountain haven for bandits
All the buildings but one were flattened during WWII.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:15:14 +0200
Weekend: Relive Bratislava’s royal history as Maria Theresa returns
Here's what to do during the weekend of 24-26 July.

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:00:00 +0200
A desert in Slovakia? This protected sand dune reserve proves it exists
Šranecké piesky combines towering dunes, rare species and a landscape unlike anywhere else in the country.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 22:31:52 +0200
News digest: Foreign hiring drops down employers’ priorities
Russian-linked hackers target Slovakia; Arts Support Fund chairman runs out of answers; and 10 tips for enjoying Bratislava.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:49:22 +0200
Little-known Slovak road rule requires reflective marking for bikes on car carriers
Police say the requirement is in line with current legislation.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:45:08 +0200
US-born skier with Slovak roots strengthens Slovakia’s alpine team
Nineteen-year-old Emma Guggenheimer brings elite training into the national squad.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:15:11 +0200
The boys who taught one robot to rescue and another to talk
Their virtual machine won two world titles in Korea, while Štvorec the humanoid robot is already moderating press conferences in Slovakia.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 19:12:14 +0200
New Slovak mushroom map shows where pickers are finding success
MapaHub collects recent mushroom reports while hiding the exact locations of popular forest spots.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 18:55:41 +0200
Slovakia targeted in Russian cyber campaign, opposition demands answers
Slovak authorities confirmed that Russian-linked hackers targeted the country.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 16:21:46 +0200
3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Come out for a dance, a coronation procession or a taste of India.

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 15:41:28 +0200
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
See the Holy Crown replica, sing with Lenny Kravitz, explore pre-war Bratislava through music, or discover the city’s architecture on the run.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 23:53:00 +0200
News digest: Firms say they support foreign workers, but employees see it differently
SNP veteran dies; Žilinka challenges Interior Ministry over same-sex marriage registrations; culture picks for Wednesday.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 21:23:33 +0200
Defence Ministry receives record procurement fine over Bombardier aircraft purchase
The decision is not final as Minister Robert Kaliňák has appealed.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 20:17:28 +0200
Heading to Austria by car? These little-known rules could leave drivers facing fines
Strict rules govern congestion routes, speed cameras, dashcams, and parking.

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 19:56:04 +0200
The schoolteacher and spy who saved American and British agents in Slovakia
Maria Gulovič Liu assisted the Slovak resistance during World War II.

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