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Thu, 06 May 2021 08:50:01 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 343 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 384,600.
Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 06 May 2021 05:20:01 +0000
A pilgrimage destination for many Jews from around the world
Chatam Sófer Memorial is the sole remaining part of the Jewish cemetery used until 1847.
Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 15:50:02 +0000
News digest: Curfew will stay in place for at least another week
The Health Ministry said the age limit for the Pfizer vaccine could change. EC greenlights the state assistance for tourism.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 14:50:01 +0000
Šeliga leaves the deputy parliament’s speaker post after violating curfew rules
The politician was in a café after 21:00. His party colleague Jana Žitňanská drew consequences, too.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 14:50:01 +0000
Situation improves, but curfew remains in place for now
Only two districts will remain in the dark red tier next week.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Visitors to opal mines can explore a renovated trail
Includes a replica of a water dam and a replica of a contemporary transportable backhouse used in the mines.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Slovakia will have a permanent kurzarbeit scheme as of next year
The state will cover 60 percent of the employee’s salary.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
About 150,000 foreigners live in Slovakia
The pandemic also affects foreigners and the services provided by the IOM migration centre.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Will Slovakia hold another referendum? President has 30 days to decide
Petition to hold referendum signed by more than 585,000 people.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 09:50:01 +0000
Auditors can help companies overcome current crisis
Less companies subject to compulsory auditing of financial statements.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 708 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 384,300.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 05 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Dobrú chuť. Are you going to eat that?
Do foreigners feel at home in Slovakia's food landscape? Listen to this podcast to find out.
Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 16:20:03 +0000
News digest: Vaccination now available two weeks after surviving Covid
Heger cabinet gains parliament's approval. Ministry plans to involve general practitioners in Covid vaccination programme. President bestows award on members of armed forces.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 15:20:02 +0000
Fitch: Slovakia to be the fastest growing economy in the region
The rating of the country remained unchanged from November 2020.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 15:20:02 +0000
Former general prosecutor faces indictment linked to Gorilla recording
The prosecutor pressed formal charges against Trnka for the abuse of powers of a public official.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 09:20:01 +0000
Heger’s cabinet has the trust of the parliament. MPs approved its programme statement
It was supported by 89 deputies present.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 09:20:01 +0000
The assisted census has kicked off
It will last until June 13.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
General practitioners will be able to vaccinate their patients against Covid. Some will start in May
The Health Ministry is addressing fears that the vaccination rate will be lower than needed to stop the virus from spreading.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 381 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 383,600.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 04 May 2021 05:50:01 +0000
A pool turned into a cultural centre
Kunsthalle was once one of the most beautiful architectural buildings in Czechoslovakia.
Published: Tuesday, May 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 16:50:02 +0000
News digest: Interest in Covid jabs low, vaccination rate may be just over one third
Slovakia expects to receive nearly 1.5 million doses this month. Comenius University among 3 percent of the top universities across the globe.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 16:50:02 +0000
Barely half of Slovakia's population will get the Covid jab by the end of August, registration rate suggests
Few people have registered for the vaccines, poll shows some have strong preferences concerning manufacturers.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 16:50:02 +0000
The court acquits the first Roma person in the Moldava raid case
Similar verdicts concerning most of the group facing false accusations charges expected soon.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 12:20:02 +0000
What is the point of the current vaccination registration system?
Know-how acquired by people working with excluded Roma communities could help to get the rest of the country immunised quicker.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 09:50:02 +0000
Slovakia welcomes a new, unusual bird into its animal registry
Birdwatchers in Bratislava have confirmed a new bird breed originally from Spain and Portugal flying around.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 09:50:02 +0000
Slovak football player helps Italian team win championship
Milan Škriniar significantly contributed to Inter Milan's title.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 08:50:02 +0000
Mass testing was an expensive undertaking, Slovakia spent hundreds of millions on it
The money could have built 12 hospitals.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 08:50:02 +0000
Ministry cancels vaccination appointments for teenagers prioritised over seniors
The Health Ministry made a decision shortly after Igor Matovič published a critical Facebook status.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 03 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 130 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 383,200.
Published: Monday, May 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 02 May 2021 21:50:01 +0000
Revenue and construction sector still suffer from pandemic
Industrial output returned to growth and foreign trade broke another record.
Published: Sunday, May 2, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator