Slovakia Spectator
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 11:00:39 +0200You can now walk through prehistoric Europe at Slovakia’s newest attraction
The archaeological park is the only place in the country where visitors can see back-bred Eurasian aurochs.
Fri, 03 Jul 2026 10:45:59 +0200His videos are used in classrooms and watched by millions – yet few Slovaks know his name
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 23:59:00 +0200News digest: Slovakia’s latest grand plan (again)
New flights from Bratislava, Molčan knocked out at Wimbledon, a celebrated lyricist dies, and Východná opens.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:47:00 +0200“We’re Russian,” my grandmother told me.
It wasn’t the whole story. Finding the rest led me to Slovakia.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:33:23 +0200Blankets, benches and big screens: outdoor cinema season begins
The summer tradition is back, here’s what to look forward to.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 17:12:53 +0200Wizz Air adds three routes from Bratislava
The ultra-low-cost carrier will launch twice-weekly flights to Agadir, Hurghada and Baku from late October.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:52:55 +0200Opposition questions costly brick-effect wall at Defence Ministry. Minister hits back
Progressive Slovakia also alleges the contract was tailored to benefit a firm linked to a mayor from the ruling Smer party.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:06:28 +02003 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Join a riverside yoga session or lace up for a group skate along the Danube.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 14:46:38 +0200Nearly 50,000 sole traders have shut down since 2025, central bank says
The National Bank of Slovakia says higher taxes, social insurance contributions and tougher enforcement have accelerated the decline.
Thu, 02 Jul 2026 10:00:00 +0200Weekend: Jumpstart your summer with these festivals
Here's what to do during the weekend of 3-5 July.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:31:15 +0200News digest: Holiday getaway turns into airport ordeal as passengers miss flights
The ugly side of travelling by trams in Košice, thunderstorms hit parts of Slovakia after extreme heat, and what's new in Slovak science.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 16:25:27 +0200The Slovak who helped write one of Canadian football’s greatest chapters
Igor Vrablic became one of the heroes behind Canada's first World Cup qualification.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:38:02 +0200Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Enjoy dark jazz, unwind with yoga, try your hand at printmaking and experience the rich sound of a historic organ.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:30:00 +0200Stone Age to gold mining
Now a quiet village, Jedľové Kostoľany was once at the centre of trade routes and gold mining,
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:23:52 +0200Rare golden Moon dial returns to this UNESCO town after 20 years
A replica of the 18th-century lunar clock has been installed on the town hall tower in Banská Štiavnica.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 11:14:09 +0200Drivers get AC. Passengers get open windows: In Košice, trams turn into an oven in summer
Košice’s first tram with passenger air conditioning is expected to arrive this month.
Wed, 01 Jul 2026 07:51:00 +0200Slovakia takes a hefty bite from crypto gains
Investors who cashed in on bitcoin may face tax and health insurance charges of up to 45.4 percent.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:52:00 +0200News digest: Massive IT failure knocks Slovakia’s weather service offline
A new all-time heat record, public transport on holiday timetables, and five outdoor pools in Austria less than an hour from Bratislava.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:32:55 +0200Surprise river finds, new discoveries about the first atomic explosion. What’s new in Slovak science
An overview of April and May.
Tue, 30 Jun 2026 23:24:00 +0200Slovak roots: maintain the connection
Explore Slovakia’s overlooked south where Franz Schubert taught.