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Thu, 25 Mar 2021 07:50:01 +0000Slovakia’s first Roma writer born 100 years ago
Google marks the centenary of Elena Lacková’s birth.
Published: Thursday, March 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 25 Mar 2021 06:20:02 +0000
The walls protecting the city are now a piece of history
They are still present around Bratislava Castle, but others were demolished to allow the city to grow.
Published: Thursday, March 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 18:50:02 +0000
Hall of mirrors
What Slovak politicians mean when they say sebareflexia.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:50:02 +0000
News digest: Slovakia could end up among the least vaccinated EU countries
Coalition negotiations are stuck. Trnava-based carmaker will have their very first Slovak CEO.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:20:02 +0000
News digest: The change in the distribution key may impact Slovakia’s vaccination plans
Coalition negotiations are stuck. Trnava-based carmaker will have their very first Slovak CEO.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 17:20:02 +0000
Slovakia may be unable to vaccinate half of its population by the summer
Only Bulgaria and Croatia are expected to vaccinate fewer people, according to the recent changes to the distribution key.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:50:02 +0000
Slovakia may not manage to vaccinate half of its population by summer
Only Bulgaria and Croatia are expected to vaccinate fewer people, according to the recent changes to the distribution key.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 16:50:02 +0000
Curfew to be toughened up again. No evening visits to the countryside
It will not be possible to travel abroad for holiday reasons at night either.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:50:02 +0000
Cabinet crumbles. What happens once Matovič resigns?
President Čaputová to play a significant role on what the new cabinet would look like.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:20:01 +0000
New good news radio station should boost public morale
Engaging interviews, inspirational journeys and even stories. New radio station wants to offer it all.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:20:01 +0000
General Prosecutor Žilinka questions the constitutionality of a national emergency
The limitation of fundamental human rights and freedoms should also correspond in a national emergency, he said.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:20:01 +0000
Coronavirus keeps cutting down the number of foreigners working in Slovakia
Most foreigner workers come from Ukraine.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 11:20:01 +0000
Departing ministers say it's Matovič's turn now. What happens once he resigns?
President Čaputová to play a significant role on what the new cabinet would look like.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,977 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 352,500.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 10:20:02 +0000
SaS ministers leave the cabinet
Both Branislav Gröhling and Ivan Korčok announced their resignation.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 24 Mar 2021 08:50:02 +0000
Education Minister Branislav Gröhling resigns
He will meet President Zuzana Čaputová tomorrow in the afternoon.
Published: Wednesday, March 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:20:01 +0000
News digest: Ministerial resignations continue, president calls on PM to step down
Hungarian minority parties merge. Ongoing parliamentary session adjourned due to coalition conflicts.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:20:01 +0000
Pandemic situation gradually improving in Slovakia
The number of vaccinated people in nursing homes is growing, about one third of clients receiving the second shot.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 17:20:01 +0000
Bratislava Old Town residents urged to partake in the census
Foreigners living in Slovakia are obligated to count themselves. The online census is available until the end of March.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 16:20:02 +0000
Slovakia can do better than Tiso
Why countries glorify war criminals – and what to do about it.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:50:02 +0000
Descendants of Slovak migrants eye citizenship, see opportunity in a now-debated amendment
Constitutional lawyers warn against too loose of an approach to granting citizenship to non-residents.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 12:20:02 +0000
Justice Minister Mária Kolíková steps down
She hopes to return to the new cabinet.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:50:03 +0000
SD Biosensor tests receive exception for self-diagnosis
The Health Ministry has some obligations to fulfil before the actual introduction of nasal antigen tests for Covid-19 self-diagnosis on the market.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:50:03 +0000
China imposes sanctions on Slovak MEP
Slovak MEP Miriam Lexmann said it is regrettable that China, instead of solving the situation, reacts with threats and sanctions against MEPs.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:20:02 +0000
One week left to submit tax return. No postponement on deadline this year from state
Taxpayers may request postponement individually.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,281 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 350,500.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 08:50:01 +0000
Bratislava moves to cut through visual smog
New regulations will slash number of billboards and other advertising in the city.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:50:01 +0000
Blog: How a collective garden could help vulnerable groups during the pandemic
ADRA Slovakia volunteer Arancha Ferrer de la Cruz has found a creative solution to help those at risk in Albania.
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 23 Mar 2021 06:20:01 +0000
From a warehouse to a house of music
Once Košice’s Neolog Synagogue, now called Dom Umenia (House of Art).
Published: Tuesday, March 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 22 Mar 2021 17:20:02 +0000
News digest: The week starts with a ministerial resignation, more expected
Za Ľudí will comment on their next steps in the coalition only tomorrow. The European Medicines Agency does not recommend ivermectin for Covid-19 treatment.
Published: Monday, March 22, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator