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Thu, 10 Nov 2022 10:14:19 +0100
The only Slovak hotel ship is anchored in Bratislava. Now you can peek inside
The Albertina is 110 meters long, 7.5 meters high and 11.4 meters wide.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 19:25:26 +0100
News digest: Exports to Russia no scandal, but a problem
Couriers needed, fewer cycling routes than promised.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:19:40 +0100
Transport Ministry misled about cycling infrastructure progress, audit finds
Slovakia not building cycling routes as fast as set out in its strategy.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 18:14:18 +0100
Publicised exports to Russia do not violate EU sanctions
The exports of dual-use goods to Russia during the war in Ukraine is a European problem, the defence minister says.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 12:01:23 +0100
Hospital chaos looms as doctors reject government memorandum
Thousands poised to resign as union representatives say demands not met.

Wed, 09 Nov 2022 11:03:28 +0100
Demand for couriers hits record levels
Companies looking for delivery people ahead of Christmas.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 18:56:49 +0100
News digest: 30 years on, tireless battle for registered partnerships continues
A busy day in parliament, extremist parties to stay, and the most profitable firms for 2021.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:38:54 +0100
Border checks with Hungary no solution to illegal migration, interior minister says
Minister Roman Mikulec might face another no confidence vote.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:34:06 +0100
FinStat unveils Slovakia's most profitable firms of last year
The Košice steelworks top the list.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 17:31:18 +0100
A political hot potato, registered partnership bills unsavoury for most politicians
Attempts at passing legislation allowing registered partnerships have become a once-a-decade trend.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:39:18 +0100
Deal of decades in Železná studnička park
The former sanatorium was built between 1943 and 1945.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 11:34:49 +0100
Former hospital in Bratislava centre to be turned into luxury residence
The maternity hospital was built between 1882 and 1884.

Tue, 08 Nov 2022 07:00:26 +0100
Slovak far-right still harbours national hopes despite blow in local elections
Far-right parties were the big losers in Slovakia’s recent regional and municipal elections, but Republika could still end up in a ruling coalition after the next general election.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:26:39 +0100
News digest: Slovakia's ambition for UNESCO office
Trip to Ždiar and the disappearing Romani language.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:21:51 +0100
Archaeologists will come to the iconic cinema in Nitra
They will dig a big pit in the main hall for a basement, and hope to find treasures.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 18:15:46 +0100
Slovakia tries to win a spot in coordinated office for UNESCO beech forests
Beech localities are the biggest serial locality on the list.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 14:17:04 +0100
The Catholic Church is still struggling to talk straight on LGBT+ issues
Slovakia’s Catholics are experiencing the aftershocks of Tepláreň.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 11:38:51 +0100
Court: Authorities must give permanent residence to same-sex couple
The ruling is groundbreaking for Slovakia.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 10:20:00 +0100
What does genuine Goral culture look like?
Thanks to a Czech, we have some idea.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0100
Romani disappearing from Roma communities
In some areas, language no longer used by young generation.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 15:40:45 +0100
News digest: Refurbished Slovak National Gallery to reopen on December 11
Slovan returns to top-flight club football after 53 years, Slovakia may have allowed exports of arms components to Russia, and a Slovak book wins the Red Dot design award.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:52:29 +0100
Foreigners: Top 10 events in Bratislava
Tips for the top 10 events in the capital between November 3 and November 13, plus regular services in different languages, training, temporary exhibitions and highlights of the year.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:33:07 +0100
Slovakia is allowing exports that supply the Russian army, Denník N reports
Engines, bearings and machines that Putin needs to manufacture weapons go to Russia from Slovakia, the daily revealed.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:59:50 +0100
Weekend: Bratislava's Christmas tree erected in downtown
From travel stories to the new definition of love and foreigners' experiences with the immigration system.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 08:05:00 +0100
Slovak National Gallery gears up to reopen after extensive refurbishment
The gallery will open its renovated Bratislava premises in mid December.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 17:49:58 +0100
News digest: Referendum date announced
What to see during the Month of Photography, Slovak Night Wolves member targeted by Czech Republic. Learn more in today's digest.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 17:28:13 +0100
Bowie, Ukraine and disappearing African animals star in Month of Photography
32nd annual festival opens in Bratislava.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 14:44:59 +0100
Is honey from your office roof the best in the world?
Urban bees in Bratislava produce unexpectedly tasty – and healthy – honey.



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