Slovakia Spectator
Mon, 09 Mar 2026 09:36:46 +0100Last Week: Fico declares that Slovakia is ready to ‘take the baton’ from Hungary
Escalation across the border and also at home.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026 13:28:59 +0100First medal for Slovakia at this winter’s Paralympics: Rexová secures downhill bronze
The 20-year-old skier Alexandra Rexová and guide Sophia Polák deliver Slovakia’s first podium finish at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Cortina d’Ampezzo.
Sat, 07 Mar 2026 06:09:00 +0100Slovakia’s budget is already deep in the red
The deficit hit €1.44 billion by February as people spend less and tax revenues struggle to keep up.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 23:55:00 +0100News digest: Drivers warned. Fuel prices in Slovakia set to rise
Why the Fallen Angel sculpture is controversial, Slovakia’s reliance on American tech, the best Slovak beers – and the Paralympics are here.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 21:30:41 +0100Slovakia built far fewer homes last year
New figures show housing completions dropped sharply in 2025, while new construction remained well below long-term levels.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 20:50:46 +0100Slovakia runs on American tech – and that could be a problem
Experts warn the country’s near-total reliance on US platforms leaves its digital infrastructure vulnerable.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 18:18:55 +0100The small Slovak shop that turned a simple pastry into a city icon
For 40 years, a family-run bakery in Prešov has kept a sweet tradition alive – and customers keep coming back.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 16:48:00 +0100Little-known craft breweries beat famous brands in new beer ranking
Three small producers took the top spots, leaving Slovakia’s better-known lagers trailing behind.
Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:00:00 +0100For a few days, Banská Štiavnica turned Tinsel Town
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:57:00 +0100News digest: Spy chief punished – lightly
Weekend tips, a new ammunition plant and a wooden church in Orava.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 22:22:53 +0100Simple sprouted-grain dish sparks renewed interest in Slovakia
Kalkýš, a traditional baked recipe once common in farming regions, is returning to local kitchens.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 18:08:13 +0100Skywatchers in Slovakia to witness rare solar eclipse this summer
The Moon will obscure much of the Sun during a short but striking celestial display.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:46:08 +0100No need to buy a train ticket in advance
ZSSK introduces pay-as-you-go travel via an app.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 17:39:42 +0100Slovakia signs deal for new ammunition plant employing 300
ZVS Holding and France’s Eurenco plan €300 million factory in eastern Slovakia producing propellant charges.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 16:43:59 +0100Czech report links Slovak defence minister’s firm to Czech arms billionaire
A Czech media outlet says a billionaire-linked investment platform paid the firm for analyses while his companies won Slovak defence deals.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:41:39 +01003 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Celebrate International Women’s Day or visit a contemporary art exhibition.
Thu, 05 Mar 2026 15:35:14 +0100Weekend: Get your skis ready, winter is not going anywhere
Here’s what to do during the weekend of 6-8 March.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:59:00 +0100News digest: EU cash threat forces Fico U-turn on Whistleblower Office
Anti-corruption detectives branded an organised crime group, a mansion with secret doors and what’s on in Bratislava.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 23:45:00 +0100Russian ambassador shows up at Slovak WWII ceremony – locals turn their backs
A silent protest met Moscow’s diplomat after a mayor invited him despite a council warning.
Wed, 04 Mar 2026 22:53:34 +0100A group of anti-corruption investigators and prosecutor accused of running organised group
Witnesses include figures tied to PM Robert Fico’s party and government, repeating claims long made by Smer.