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Mon, 18 Apr 2022 10:05:00 +0200
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,263 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of PCR-confirmed cases has exceeded 1,765,000.

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 09:05:00 +0200
Statue of aristocrat religious freedom fighter unveiled in Kežmarok
Emeric Thököly, an earl who was exiled after a failed rebellion in the 17th century, was born at Kežmarok Castle.

Mon, 18 Apr 2022 07:55:00 +0200
The Ukrainian refugee crisis – through the eyes of Slovakia’s volunteers
Helpers at borders speak of powerful encounters with Ukrainians fleeing war.

Sun, 17 Apr 2022 09:40:00 +0200
Košice Region will build a car camping spot in Slovak Paradise
The national park welcomes the new project in the Čingov tourist area.

Sat, 16 Apr 2022 09:00:00 +0200
Designing websites or corporate volunteering. Slovak firms help Ukrainians
Companies established in Slovakia were quick to respond to the war in Ukraine.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 22:01:26 +0200
Weekend: Throwback to unbelievable Easter accidents
Set out on Easter hikes or watch Slovakia's best films of recent years.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 11:15:00 +0200
Виставку українського фотографа презентували у Братиславі
У фотоательє Братислави вже вдруге, з різницею у сім років, відкрили виставку українського фотографа Олександра Чекменьова “Донбас”.

Fri, 15 Apr 2022 01:17:08 +0200
Як провести Великдень без ковіда
Кошицький металургійний завод, за повідомленнями, виставлено на продаж. Будьте готові до закритих магазинів під час великодніх свят.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 18:40:56 +0200
News digest: How to enjoy a Covid-free Easter
Košice-based steelmaker reportedly on sale. Be ready for closed shops during Easter holiday.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 18:09:51 +0200
Defendant confesses in prosecutor murder trial
Tomáš Szabó's confession could affect Kuciak killing case.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 17:33:10 +0200
Košice steelworks reportedly for sale again
Company tight-lipped on claims.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:47:14 +0200
Поради від коронавірусу під час Великодніх свят
Епідемічна ситуація щодо Covid-19 в Словаччині покращується, але все ще треба бути обережними.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 14:01:17 +0200
Лікарня жовто-блакитними прапорами на фасаді підказує шлях пацієнтам з України
Блог: Як українці лікуються в Словаччині

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 12:05:07 +0200
Ukrainian prisoners win Slovakia's national film award
"107 Mothers" took home the Slnko V Sieti award for best picture.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 11:54:16 +0200
Despite a war across the border, most Slovaks refuse to fight for their country
In a study from five years ago, people in Slovakia showed more bravery in defending their motherland.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0200
Репутація Путіна падає серед словацького населення
Міністр оборони веде перемовини про закупівлю безпілотників. У Братиславі відкрився громадський центр для українців.

Thu, 14 Apr 2022 07:00:00 +0200
Slovaks lack trust in the EU, but are happy to be members (graphs)
Appreciation of the EU increased after the war broke out, surveys find.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 18:34:11 +0200
У Братиславі відкрили Україно-словацький дім
У центрі українці зможуть отримати психологічну та правову допомогу, прийти на майстер-клас з дітьми чи просто поговорити з волонтерами...

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 17:45:47 +0200
News digest: Putin's popularity among Slovaks on decline
Defence minister negotiates the purchase of drones. Community centre for Ukrainians opens in Bratislava.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 17:34:29 +0200
Shops will be closed during the Easter
Several exceptions apply.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 17:30:09 +0200
Support for Putin decreases, perception of Russia as aggressor on rise
Most people support the presence of NATO troops at the eastern border.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:16:02 +0200
No news on how Russian aggression has affected Slovak diplomats in Moscow
Both countries mutually expelled each other's diplomats.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:00:53 +0200
Check the locker room at your local gym for economic impacts of the war
Russia’s immoral invasion of Ukraine is pushing many economic forecasts downward.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0200
Romanesque church in jeopardy. Communists turned nearby terrain into a quarry
It was first mentioned in 1111.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 11:57:06 +0200
Expert recommendations to enjoy a Covid-free Easter
The epidemic situation in Slovakia is improving but it is still necessary to be careful.

Wed, 13 Apr 2022 07:25:00 +0200
Словаччина готується до повернення дипломатів у Київ
Половина мешканців Словаччини незадоволена реакцією ЄС на війну в Україні. МВС терміново шукає заміну російським гелікоптерам.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 18:11:12 +0200
News digest: Slovakia prepares to return diplomats to Kyiv
Half the people in Slovakia are unsatisfied with the EU's response to the war in Ukraine. Interior Ministry urgently looks for the replacement of Russian helicopters.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 17:58:11 +0200
Interior Ministry ordered to urgently replace Russian helicopters
Price of new helicopters estimated to be €25 million.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 17:51:09 +0200
Another 900 NATO troops could arrive in Slovakia
About 3,000 soldiers in total.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 16:09:37 +0200
Nuclear physicist: Nuclear weapon threats cannot be taken lightly
Nuclear power plants are still safe.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:36:31 +0200
Canoeing the Latorica is like being in a rainforest
Canoeists can also learn more about wine-making traditions during their adventure.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:33:30 +0200
PM Heger: Ukraine could use Slovakia’s MiG jets
He also confirmed that the S-300 air defence system sent to Ukraine is in good condition.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:25:59 +0200
Half of Slovaks dissatisfied with EU’s response to conflict in Ukraine
Society in Slovakia is very polarised, a sociologist opines.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 11:22:14 +0200
Little heroes learn how to save their grandparents
FAST Heroes is a campaign targeted at children to raise awareness of stroke symptoms.

Tue, 12 Apr 2022 07:15:00 +0200
Лідер опозиції Фіцо міг поставити під загрозу передачу ПРО Україні
Проти колишнього прем'єра відкрито кримінальну справу. Війна в Україні не впливає на політичні уподобання словаків. Автомобільні завод...

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 18:26:00 +0200
News digest: Opposition leader Fico might have endangered the S-300 transport
Criminal complaint submitted against former PM. War in Ukraine seems not to impact political preferences. Carmakers stop production lines again.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:44:46 +0200
Respirators might be dropped after Easter
The pandemic situation seems to be improving.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 17:39:44 +0200
Smer chair Fico faces a criminal complaint for publishing information about the S-300 transport
He might have threatened the lives of those transporting the missile system to Ukraine.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 16:34:15 +0200
Українці можуть вивчати словацьку мову безкоштовно
Щоб українці швидше адаптувались до життя у новій країні, багато мовних шкіл у Словаччині відкрили базові курси з вивчення мови.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 15:32:05 +0200
This is how it feels to be proud of your prime minister
Slovakia is experiencing an unfamiliar emotion.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 14:33:56 +0200
The Russian propaganda machine is broken, it used to be much more sophisticated
Making your country resilient to disinformation is one way to help Ukraine, says expert on the information warfare of the Ukrainian armed forces, Viktor Tregubov.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:35:49 +0200
European flight ticket prices grow as does interest in travelling
Destinations in countries neighbouring Ukraine have more expensive flight tickets.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:12:02 +0200
Kremnica to serve as retreat for foreign and Slovak translators and writers
The Zechenter’s House, once owned by a Slovak travel author, will welcome back creative souls.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:07:40 +0200
Poll: war has limited influence on party support
Hlas is still the strongest party while SaS support has dropped.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 12:00:00 +0200
The snows of March: Baranec
Baranec is also called the father of the Liptov region, proudly protecting all its inhabitants.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 11:27:58 +0200
I wanted to stay and help my dad
For refugee kids, school is a welcome distraction from anxious thoughts about what they left behind in Ukraine.



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