Slovakia Spectator
Sat, 25 Oct 2025 09:00:00 +0200Barrel of love! Slovakia unveils romantic spot with views across three nations
The new Capsule of Love in Skalité invites couples to seal their dreams in writing — and enjoy a breathtaking mountain panorama.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 22:07:39 +0200News digest: Inspired by Danko's, Taraba wants his own flagpoles – in national parks
Leadership shake-up at the state forestry firm, PS takes five-point poll lead, and new flights to Pisa and Málaga unveiled.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 17:49:03 +0200Ryanair to launch new flights linking eastern Slovakia and Spain
Košice to gain direct route to Malaga as airline expands in Bratislava too.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 17:30:16 +0200Culture Ministry fined for publishing ‘Russian links’ database
Former minister denies ordering creation of list that exposed thousands of names.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 16:29:36 +0200Volunteers rally to rebuild Slovakia’s oldest mountain climb after floods
Floods destroyed the famous Ferrata HZS trail — now locals and volunteers are racing to reopen this much-loved route.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 15:55:22 +0200Šínweg, Rača – honest food for hungry hikers
Nestled in the foothills above Bratislava, this rambling garden pub serves up warmth, smoke and Slovak comfort in generous spoonfuls.
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 11:34:46 +0200Slovak photographer lights up NASA’s feed with cosmic beauty again
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 23:59:00 +0200News digest: Gambling night in parliament
Weekend tips, far-right MEPs wooing young voters — and Defence Minister Kaliňák makes a curious comparison between Britain and Russia.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 23:00:00 +0200Kia’s Slovak factory slows output as Europe’s EV market stumbles
Layoffs denied, but workers face shorter weeks and uncertainty as demand weakens.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 18:00:00 +0200Mystery ‘explosion’ over Slovakia sends panic online
It was just a radar glitch, said the weather office.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 17:28:48 +0200Slovakia’s energy independence fails to cut business electricity prices
Despite new nuclear capacity, companies still face some of the highest energy costs in the EU.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0200Weekend: From jazz and wine to haunted castles and cold-water swims
Here's what to do during the weekend of October 24-26.
Thu, 23 Oct 2025 09:17:30 +02003 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Enjoy autumn in motion with a scenic hike from Kačín to Rača or a guided walk through the Botanical Garden.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 23:59:00 +0200News digest: Blame the Brits, squeeze NGOs and media
Fico vents at Europe, a notorious businessman faces justice, and where to unwind in Bratislava.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:49:26 +0200Foreign tourists attempted dangerous Tatra hike with baby
Parents ignored multiple warnings, prompting outrage among mountain rescuers and guides.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 18:40:06 +0200Slovak teen missing in US: Parents launch search effort
Michal Hübler from Bardejov was last seen in Staten Island.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 17:00:00 +0200Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Visit the jazz festival, enjoy the violin music, or soak up the Halloween vibe in the city centre.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:49:28 +0200Digital licences and tougher tests: big changes coming for EU drivers
The European Parliament has approved new driving rules.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 14:00:00 +0200Paying more or changing form: What the new levy hike means for the self-employed
From 2026, self-employed people in Slovakia will pay nearly €1,000 more annually in levies.
Wed, 22 Oct 2025 13:56:32 +0200Hope arrived in my inbox: How I reclaimed my Slovak roots
A single document unearthed in a Slovak archive became the key to my family’s citizenship — and to understanding who we are.