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Sun, 30 Oct 2022 08:26:58 +0100
Vallo wins in Bratislava, stronger than four years ago
Coalition of Team Bratislava, Progressive Slovakia and SaS marks landslide victory in the joint elections in Bratislava.

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 23:23:49 +0200
Most regional governors re-elected for another term
The first joint regional and municipal elections are over, residents of Slovak towns and villages have elected their mayors, regional governors, and councillors.

Sat, 29 Oct 2022 05:59:29 +0200
New boathouse is latest attraction at Ľadovo reservoir
Plans for small yachting school.

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 15:27:08 +0200
Weekend: Orphaned lynx kitten is safe, and now recovering
Hiking trails in the Tatras will soon close, but you can still relax in Liptov.

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 15:12:58 +0200
News digest: Rare fossil site is now under 24-hour surveillance
It's the 104th anniversary of the first common state of Slovaks and Czechs, the first battery energy storage facility of its kind in the V4 is in Slovakia, and ski season is approaching.

Fri, 28 Oct 2022 14:45:31 +0200
Rare fossil site in Bratislava gets camera surveillance
The camera also provides views of the countryside around Sandberg

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 18:06:26 +0200
News digest: Another hate crime against LGBT+ people
Cybersecurity incident brings parliament to a halt. Learn more in today's digest.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 17:44:02 +0200
Info campaign launched amid rise in drink driving
Measures to crackdown on dangerous driving proposed.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 17:14:04 +0200
Cybersecurity 'incident' halts parliament
National Security Authority dealing with problem.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:16:36 +0200
Elections are coming. Here's how to vote
Anyone with permanent residence is eligible to vote. Polling stations closing earlier than usual.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:11:05 +0200
New destinations in Bratislava airport's winter schedule
Charter flights to Zanzibar among direct connections from Bratislava.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 12:06:48 +0200
Demolition of Istropolis continues. Check out new drone footage
A congress centre with residential and administrative buildings or hotel to be built on the site.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 07:30:00 +0200
Slope of Slovak ski star or evening snowmobile ride. Winter in the Low Tatras is approaching
Chopok also offers a gastronomic experience combined with views and a cable car ride.

Thu, 27 Oct 2022 06:19:39 +0200
Foreigners: Top 10 events in Bratislava
Tips for the top 10 events in the capital between October 27 and November 6, plus regular services in different languages, training, temporary exhibitions and highlights of the year.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 19:30:23 +0200
A last-minute guide to the Bratislava mayoral election
After many promises pledged, one of either Matúš Vallo or Rudolf Kusý, both well-known local politicians, is almost certain to become the next mayor of Bratislava.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 18:38:40 +0200
Referendum question violates constitution, court rules
President Zuzana Čaputová will call a referendum with a single question.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 18:35:26 +0200
Mountain rescuers helped intoxicated Polish hikers after using hallucinogenic mushroom
Polish hikers offered mushrooms by another group of hikers.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 17:48:21 +0200
News digest: The battle for Bratislava's mayor
Referendum question declared unconstitutional, direct flights to Dubai.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 13:08:24 +0200
Calls for blood donations as stocks run low
Shortages of B and 0 negative groups.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:45:37 +0200
Interior Ministry gets new tool to fight extremism
Monitoring to provide real time identification of hate speech.

Wed, 26 Oct 2022 12:12:46 +0200
The young Slovaks awarded for their determination
From helping seniors to making replicas, the Duke of Edinburgh programme awards talented young Slovaks.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 20:17:10 +0200
Slavín is a Russian foot set in Slovakia, says historian
The Kremlin exploits the Slavín monument to this day.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:18:13 +0200
News digest: War not a topic days before elections
Slovak National Theatre stands up for its removed director, a Prešov mayor candidate posts a song inspired by US president JFK's campaign song.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 17:44:51 +0200
Artists stand up for removed national theatre head, demand his reappointment
Matej Drlička made improper comments in Budapest last week, which Culture Minister Natália Milanová sees as a reason for his removal.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 17:38:36 +0200
Slovaks change their approach to Christmas shopping
They are refusing to buy useless presents, a Heureka survey finds.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:06:56 +0200
Fission reaction starts in third unit of Mochovce
The unit will provide approximately 13 percent of the Slovakia's overall electricity consumption.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 13:04:06 +0200
Slovakia and Ukraine agree on highway connection
Infrastructure will also be important.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 12:58:19 +0200
Newborn with neck tumour saved during delivery
The tumour posed a number of risks to the child.

Tue, 25 Oct 2022 08:22:49 +0200
Concerns other than refugees occupy Slovaks ahead of elections
Pro-Russian far-right parties are not expected to succeed in Slovakia's municipal and regional elections.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 18:09:00 +0200
News digest: Plan to help firms survive energy crisis
Christmas markets will return to Bratislava. Meet Gisela Weyde.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 16:43:18 +0200
The government promises capping of energy bill prices for companies
The aid expires on March 31 next year.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 16:32:27 +0200
Slovak National Theatre director steps down after rude comments
Matej Drlička "crossed a line" with his statements during Budapest conference, minister accepts his resignation.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 14:27:36 +0200
Your vote counts. This Saturday you get several votes
Foreigners living in Slovakia have a rare chance to influence the direction of their town, and the country, this coming weekend.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 13:00:00 +0200
FAQ: How can foreigners vote in regional elections in Slovakia?
Foreigners can influence the results of the upcoming regional elections. Here is what you need to know before visiting a polling station.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:41:48 +0200
Gas consumption in Slovakia fell by a quarter
Slovakia has been diversifying gas imports following the war in Ukraine.

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 11:40:29 +0200
Central Slovak villages have difficulties coping with energy prices
There is nothing left to save on, says Motyčky mayor Maroš Lacko.



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