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Tue, 27 Apr 2021 10:05:00 +0200
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 488 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 380,400.

Tue, 27 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Last remains of the extensive fortification system in Košice
An outdoor theatre and a reception area complete the site of the Executioner's Bastion and Radoshto.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 22:35:38 +0200
Cabinet prolonged national emergency again
It was extended by another 30 days.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:56:20 +0200
News digest: Coalition has yet to decide on prolonging national emergency
The Health Ministry will give preference to chronically ill patients. ZSSK plans to restore international trains.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:47:51 +0200
Curfew might end this week
The cabinet should decide on prolonging the national emergency, but some coalition members reject the idea.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 17:42:59 +0200
Volkswagen in Bratislava will suspend production of SUV models
The reason is a lack of semiconductor components.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 15:14:06 +0200
Blog: Tips for choosing the best school for your child
Once the information is gathered and assessed, the bottom line is to choose the school that you and your child feel best about him attending.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 14:11:20 +0200
Heger cabinet rediscovers government’s lost compass
OĽaNO leader Igor Matovič had cast doubt on Slovakia’s loyalty to its allies, but the Heger cabinet uses an opportunity to do the right thing.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:47:37 +0200
Slovakia is gradually opening up. What measures are in place after April 26?
Find out which rules apply when crossing borders, wearing masks and respirators, and going to schools.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 12:00:00 +0200
Lonely protector: Pustý hrad
Even high atop the hill, the place is never silent.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 11:29:25 +0200
Archeologists find graves from the Great Moravian era
This is the only discovery of its kind in Trnava Region.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 11:13:47 +0200
Will the agreement on Sputnik V be published? Producer has no objections
The Health Ministry will wait for the official statement of the Russian side.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 10:51:42 +0200
Consumers want healthier food in shops
Retailers have increased the share of lactose-free and gluten-free products on their shelves.

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 10:44:03 +0200
People are sceptical about how long the Heger cabinet will last
Most respondents in a recent Focus poll opine the government will last only a few months.

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 09:25:00 +0200
Local market will boost town engagement
Trstená and Dolný Kubín are putting together market booths in their town squares, offering local products and traditions.

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 09:11:32 +0200
Conditions for crossing borders change again, several exceptions from quarantine added
Conditions for cross-border commuters who have permanent or temporary residence in Slovakia and work in a neighbouring state will not change.

Sat, 24 Apr 2021 08:59:07 +0200
People accompanying seniors to vaccination should be vaccinated at the same time
The ministry wants to motivate people to get vaccinated.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 18:03:41 +0200
BUSINESS FOCUS: Coronavirus pandemic has caused a wave of spontaneous volunteering
Corporate social responsibility and volunteering during the Covid-19 pandemic as well as waste sorting are among the highlights of the latest Business Focus.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 17:57:33 +0200
Negative test will be required for restaurant terraces
The Public Health Authority has issued rules for restaurants and fitness centres ahead of another opening on Monday.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 17:32:58 +0200
Enviro Ministry greenlights extension of radioactive waste treatment facility in Jaslovské Bohunice
The verdict has not pleased the neighbouring municipalities.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:39:45 +0200
News digest: Mass testing may be over before the summer
A pile of rubbish at Bratislava’s Orthodox Jewish cemetery obscured precious gravestones.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:18:32 +0200
One of the expelled diplomats is reportedly the head of the GRU agents in Slovakia
Slovakia has expelled three Russian diplomats, including the military attache.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:11:32 +0200
Toy store chain is the retailer of the pandemic year 2020
Dráčik came ahead of the chain of bookstores Martinus that dominated the ranking in previous years.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 16:03:58 +0200
Hunting of wild boars permitted in Bratislava’s Karlova Ves
Due to sufficient food and lack of a natural predator wild boars are overpopulated in forests neighbouring Bratislava.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 14:29:01 +0200
Three Slovak castles recommended to royalty fans worldwide
A weekly exploration of Slovakia: Horehronie rail bikes and secret spots around Košice.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 13:32:53 +0200
Tombstones thought lost after wartime destruction of historic Jewish cemetery found again
Unearthing of 450 historic headstones helping to piece together history of Pressburg’s Jewish community.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 09:33:51 +0200
Student White Crow awardee: We felt like hostages, but not of striking teachers
Elena Štefancová, a former FIIT STU student, speaks about last year’s scandal at one of the best Slovak IT faculties.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 09:26:29 +0200
Slovak tennis players banned for match fixing
Dagmara Bašková was hit with a 12-year ban for repeated corruption offences.

Fri, 23 Apr 2021 09:04:10 +0200
Applying for the S1 document for vaccination? Insurer will need proof of residence
EU citizens who live in Slovakia and want to be vaccinated against Covid-19 should request the S1 form in the country of their insurance.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 21:04:13 +0200
Surprise and accusations of Russophobia. Politicians react to expulsion of Russian diplomats
The Czech PM has thanked Slovakia for what he called a huge gesture of solidarity.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 18:07:31 +0200
News digest: Slovakia supports Czech Republic and expels Russian diplomats
People who have recovered from Covid will not be required to take a test for a longer period. The grey wolf is a year-long protected animal from today.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 17:22:15 +0200
Chip shortage hits VW Slovakia in Bratislava
The Covid-19 pandemic reduced car production in the Slovak arm of the German carmaker last year.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 17:15:44 +0200
Minister signs decree enacting year-round protection for the grey wolf in Slovakia
The social value of the wolf will be €3,000.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 17:06:21 +0200
Slovakia to expel three Russian diplomats
They have seven days to leave Slovakia.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 15:20:00 +0200
Every school should be a school of democracy. Slovakia lags behind
Pandemic sparks human rights-related debates, showing that most people lack the theoretical background to discuss these issues.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 12:11:39 +0200
Penta financial group leaves Petit Press six years after hostile takeover
Petit Press publishes the Sme daily and co-owns The Slovak Spectator.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:17:15 +0200
Employers offer more remote work
Most remote job ads published in IT, telecommunications and translation, Profesia.sk reported.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:13:07 +0200
Validity of Covid recovery confirmation extended
Cabinet removes discrepancy with conditions presented by hygienists.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 11:10:55 +0200
First eco-truck will arrive in Slovakia
Vehicle using biodiesel should reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Thu, 22 Apr 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Location of coronations of the Hungarian Kingdom
18 monarchs of the Hungarian Kingdom were coronated in St Martin’s Cathedral, the biggest church in Bratislava.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:59:54 +0200
News digest: Situation gradually improves, Slovakia will lift more measures
Five districts will reopen all schools. Assisted census will start in May.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 17:25:01 +0200
Restaurant terraces and fitness centres will open next week
Schools continue to reopen; there will be no black-tier districts next week.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 16:41:58 +0200
Slovakia bought an unregistered medicine against Covid, similar to the one used by Trump
Slovakia will pay about €12.9 million for 15,000 packages.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:30:35 +0200
Trenčín wants to cultivate curiosity. City runs for capital of culture title
The project proposes cultivating public spaces, supporting civil activities, and more.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:27:36 +0200
Journalism is the best vaccine against disinformation. Press freedom in Slovakia has deteriorated
The country dropped to 35th place.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:24:01 +0200
The newly-established court should have its first president
The Judicial Council selected Pavol Naď to lead the Supreme Administrative Court, but he needs to be appointed by the president.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 11:20:31 +0200
Shortage of chips may affect car production in Bratislava
One of Slovakia's automotive plants had to halt production last month for the same reason.

Wed, 21 Apr 2021 10:44:09 +0200
The talented Roma who are becoming Slovakia's future Olympic hopefuls
Poverty-stricken young athletes Daniel Kováč and Annamária Horváthová used to train wearing ripped shoes and ballerinas.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 18:03:34 +0200
News digest: No expulsions yet, Slovak authorities monitoring the situation
Teachers vaccinated with AstraZeneca will soon receive second dose. Criminal charges filed against former special prosecutor.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:58:13 +0200
Police officer attacked a homeless person lying on the ground. He stole alcohol, the police explained
Inspection service of the Interior Ministry to look into the case.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 17:49:50 +0200
Six parties would make it into parliament, extremists not among them
Hlas remains the strongest party, according to recent AKO poll.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 12:36:37 +0200
Russian agents also operated in Slovakia. Expulsion would make things harder for Moscow
Slovakia is likely to take action in the wake of the latest information about the Vrbetice blast.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:10:55 +0200
People in Slovakia felt night earthquake near Vienna
The earthquake was measured by a national network of seismic stations.

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 11:04:37 +0200
Covid death rate still appears high in Slovakia due to delays in hospital reports
Analysts also call for the validation of positive antigen tests with PCR tests.



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