Slovakia Spectator

Sat, 20 Dec 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Award-winning neuroscientist: Public prize means a lot and that many people notice our work
Zuzana Gdovinová significantly contributed to the formation of the country’s register of patients with stroke.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 21:16:56 +0100
News digest: Fico rebels over EU support for Ukraine's war effort, ignores Russia's role
Leaked photo of Lajčák with Epstein, five Palestinian students evacuated to Slovakia, and Slovak exports to the United States struggle under tariffs.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 14:48:47 +0100
Photo: Then Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajčák met Jeffrey Epstein at Slovak embassy
Newly released materials from the Epstein case files include a photograph of the convicted paedophile with Lajčák at the Slovak embassy in Vienna.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:13:00 +0100
The oldest street in Bratislava
A Christmas card from 1912 is addressed to far off Sweden.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 10:56:45 +0100
“Last one, turn on the lights” lights up Nová Tržnica’s façade
The illuminated sign will light up Bratislava’s Centre Pompidou until the end of January.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:00:00 +0100
The Slovak town hiding Europe’s most magical, Instagram-able snowy vistas
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:12:00 +0100
The Slovak R&D centre that’s turning carmakers’ futuristic ideas into reality
Schaeffler Kysuce’s hub has evolved into a leading design department, as the global mobility sector undergoes dramatic transformation.

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 06:02:00 +0100
Treska – the fish salad beloved by generations of Slovaks
The science and skills behind a unique food.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 23:59:00 +0100
News digest: Europe is no longer looking away
Russia signals renewed trade talks with Slovakia, plus weekend tips and how to make classic Slovak treska.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 18:32:54 +0100
‘Black week for birds’: rare cranes killed and nesting forest logged in Slovakia
Environmental groups warn that laws meant to protect rare species are being ignored — sometimes by the state itself.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 15:41:09 +0100
Treska: The fish salad that has become a local culinary legend
The mayo-soaked national staple has been popular for more than 70 years.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:48:27 +0100
3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
From Christmas pop to choral classics, festive concerts light up the capital.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 13:04:00 +0100
Slovakia built a clean power grid. Why isn’t it building a sustainable economy?
The country is a European leader in low-carbon electricity, but without stronger governance, smarter regulation and public trust, that advantage risks becoming a missed opportunity.

Thu, 18 Dec 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Weekend: Everything you need to know about Christmas in Slovakia
Here's what to do during the weekend of December 19-21.

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:59:00 +0100
News digest: Fico doubles down on Ukraine
The Constitutional Court grabs attention, the Finance Ministry’s flop, Levice celebrates on the court — and tips on how to enjoy Bratislava.

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 23:29:24 +0100
The government wanted to police NGOs. Slovakia’s top court said no.
Judges struck down a law critics likened to Russia’s crackdown on civil society.

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 20:16:27 +0100
Slovakia’s biggest fitness brand is leaving home after landing €110 million
GymBeam built a regional e-commerce empire from Košice. Now it is moving its headquarters to Austria.

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 19:28:37 +0100
Fico’s cabinet tried to shut down the whistleblower office. The court hit pause.
Judges froze a law critics say was rushed through and could weaken protections for whistleblowers.

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:23:58 +0100
Emergency care over Christmas: Where to go in Bratislava and beyond
Regions publish holiday lists of outpatient, dental and pharmacy services operating during holidays.

Wed, 17 Dec 2025 17:02:00 +0100
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Discover Slovak traditions, take part in deer feeding, and enjoy a festive Christmas hockey match.

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