Slovakia News
Tue, 13 Jul 2021 05:50:02 +0000Ochtinská Aragonite Cave is unique not only in Slovakia but also in the world
The cave includes three types of aragonite formations resembling flowers, hedgehogs and even the Milky Way.
Published: Tuesday, July 13, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 16:50:02 +0000News digest: 35 infections with the Delta variant confirmed so far
Money for the vaccination campaign missing. Most of Slovakia with very relaxed measures. Police warn people about scammers.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 16:50:02 +0000Money for vaccination campaign blocked by Matovič's ministry
The president does not understand reasons for blocking money for vaccination campaign.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 16:50:02 +0000Combination of Covid vaccines for health reasons now possible
People will need confirmation from their doctor.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 14:20:02 +0000The haunting past of Königsmühle has inspired artists and volunteers to put it back on the map
The ruins of Königsmühle or King’s Mill, a dilapidated settlement near the Czech-German border bears testimony of the tumultuous years of the 20th century. Life in the settlement which had only six houses, ended with the expulsion of Sudeten Germ...
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 12:20:02 +0000Smer chair Fico reportedly met with a cooperating witness in bribery case
Robert Fico has rejected Ľudovít Makó's claims.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 11:20:02 +0000Slovakia and its hindrances: court blocks referendum, people block border crossings
MPs will try to amend the Constitution, while the state decided to reopen smaller crossings after the protests.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 10:20:02 +0000Lucky number seven: Eleven 700m+ mountains of the Small Carpathians
Each peak has its own story and an unique atmosphere.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:50:01 +0000Slovak hurdler breaks records and wins under-23 European championship
Emma Zapletalová has set both national and championship records.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:50:01 +0000The east struggled with floods. Weather extremes will continue
Hailstorms will be replaced by high temperatures.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:20:01 +0000Cage of shame installed in Krupina. A witch’s heart to be next
The cage is placed near the town hall, where the original used to stand.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 09:20:01 +0000Smer chair Fico reportedly met with cooperating witnesses in bribery case
Robert Fico has rejected Ľudovít Makó's claims.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 12 Jul 2021 05:20:01 +0000Pro bono: Unfair notices and groundbreaking asylum granted
Slovakia's largest law firms have shown which individuals and organisations they represented free of charge.
Published: Monday, July 12, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 11 Jul 2021 08:50:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 25 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 391,900.
Published: Sunday, July 11, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 10 Jul 2021 06:50:01 +0000Wood is the new bitcoin. Small Slovak sawmills are being destroyed by price wars
The prices of wood products, gazebos and holiday cottages are going up.
Published: Saturday, July 10, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sat, 10 Jul 2021 05:50:02 +0000An emperor was to be held hostage at Košeca Castle
Legend has it that the Templars built the castle.
Published: Saturday, July 10, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:50:01 +0000News digest: Protesting cross-border commuters blocked some border crossings
The pandemic has cost Slovakia almost €8 billion so far, funny traffic signs call on car and bike drivers to be tolerant. More in today's digest.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:50:01 +0000Protests have clogged some border crossings
New traffic rules are effective as of Friday, July 9.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:50:01 +0000The community vineyard in Bratislava’s outskirts serves as an example and inspiration
The revitalised Široké vineyard recalls the viticulture history of Bratislava’s Vajnory.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:50:01 +0000Special traffic signs in Bratislava encourage mutual respect on roads
The problem is not just the lack of infrastructure for cyclists.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:50:01 +0000Slovaks worked record 190 days this year to pay taxes and levies
The pandemic is only partly behind the extremely unfavourable state of public finances.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 10:50:01 +0000Slovakia reopens all border crossings with Czechia
Slovakia reopens all border crossings with Czechia
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Radio Prague
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 08:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 39 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 391,800.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Fri, 09 Jul 2021 07:20:01 +0000Murder, hardship and love affairs: The khroniky tell the story of Ukrainians
Explore Slovakia's wild swimming spots and the Liptov region.
Published: Friday, July 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:20:01 +0000News digest: More Delta cases confirmed in Slovakia
Trial with former special prosecutor continues. Every other young and educated Slovak considers leaving Slovakia. Learn more in today's digest.
Published: Thursday, July 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 15:20:01 +0000Small border crossings will reopen on Friday
Controls will continue.
Published: Thursday, July 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:50:02 +0000Half of young, educated Slovaks considering leaving the country, new survey shows
Brain drain a threat to society, warn experts behind poll.
Published: Thursday, July 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 13:20:02 +0000'We didn't have worse guests than the Slovaks': An interview with ex-Airbnb property manager
The pandemic was a salvation for Sefo Raclavský, who quit his job and became a beekeeper in a rural area.
Published: Thursday, July 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:50:01 +0000Former special prosecutor stands trial
Dušan Kováčik may be sentenced to more than 12 years in prison.
Published: Thursday, July 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Thu, 08 Jul 2021 10:20:01 +0000Slovak cinematographer Štrba will decide on Oscar awards
He joined the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences along with British actor Robert Pattison.
Published: Thursday, July 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator