Ivan Tomko, vice-chair of the Business Service Center Forum, explains the falling headcount in the business and shared services sector, as well as Slovakia’s strengths. 

Slovakia leads the EU – in meth use, police will investigate Fico over halt to electricity aid to Ukraine, and deaf people can now use online interpreters.

Driver linked to scandal-hit police inspectorate faces sack after crash, with the unit already embroiled in a bitter internal police feud.

Jordan Banasik has visited Slovakia twice and both times did not want to leave.

Tests made possible by partnership between Chinese firm and influential Slovak investors, as government races to update laws.

A new trail in Považie links medieval Beckov with a major cycling artery.

When children begin primary school, one of the most important priorities is helping them feel safe, welcome, and confident in their new environment.

Paulína Bátovská Fialková’s career tells a story of growth, setbacks and a remarkable comeback that redefined her final years.

Hungary and Russia’s alleged pre-election support for Smer, long journeys to the ballot box for Slovaks abroad and a planned Bratislava–Austrian villages route.

Before the 2020 election, Peter Pellegrini – now president – pursued a visit to Moscow as prime minister, with alleged assistance from Hungary.

A free three-month trial operation is planned to assess demand.

Your April guide to the city’s cultural highlights.

By combining lake activities with wine tourism, the region hopes to attract visitors for longer, more diverse stays.

The government’s plans to scrap postal ballots for citizens abroad are prompting concerns over access, cost and political intent.

Are Putin’s billionaire mates really worth burning Slovakia’s prestige for?

Prices dip below €3 in “ticket war” on Bratislava-Vienna buses, no more vending machines selling psychoactive substances, and the 2025 tax return deadline can be extended.

A regular monitoring of disinformation, influence operations, and hybrid threats in central Europe, the Baltics and Romania.

For years, my life in Europe depended on visas and luck. A passport changed everything.

The three main operators are vying for customers by offering lower prices to Vienna Airport.

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.