Slovakia News
Wed, 10 Mar 2021 09:50:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 3,600 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 329,500.
Published: Wednesday, March 10, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 10 Mar 2021 09:50:02 +0000News digest: South African strain confirmed, while problems at the Health Ministry pile up
Pope Francis considers visiting Slovakia. Prepare for a chilly night.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Wed, 10 Mar 2021 09:50:02 +0000South African variant confirmed in Slovakia
Virologists found it in seven samples this week.
Published: Sunday, March 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 21:20:01 +0000News digest: The ministry makes vaccine promises, while the PM addresses EMA board chair
A man positive with the South Africa version died earlier than the strain was confirmed in Slovakia. NCIZ head ends following several problems.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:20:01 +0000News digest: The ministry makes vaccine promises, while the PM defends Sputnik V
A man positive with the South Africa version died earlier than the strain was confirmed in Slovakia. NCIZ head ends following several problems.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:20:01 +0000Sputnik V tested on animals in eastern Slovakia
The EMA does not recommend using the vaccine without registration, PM Matovič says they better work 24/7.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 17:20:01 +0000Slovakia could start vaccinating 40+ age group in May
Vaccination chaos should be over on Monday, ministry promises.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 14:50:01 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 2,207 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 325,900.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 12:20:01 +0000People from Slovakia continue flying to distant destinations despite curfew
The Maldives, Zanzibar and Dubai are popular destinations.
Published: Thursday, March 4, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:20:03 +0000Women in Slovakia still have lower average pay than their male counterparts
Study says job-choice, maternity leave and gender roles are to blame.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 11:20:03 +0000State planned tests for home use, but those bought by the ministry cannot be used for it yet
The Health Ministry spent nearly €140 million on 35 million tests. It is waiting for an exception.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:20:02 +0000Recovery plan has five priorities, green economy will get the most money
The proposed plan will undergo interdepartmental review now.
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 10:20:02 +0000Jedi Knights and problems remembering marriage dates. People give funny answers in census
Some claim their religion is “Alcohol Witnesses".
Published: Tuesday, March 9, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Tue, 09 Mar 2021 06:20:01 +0000State planned tests for home use, but those bought by the ministry cannot be used for it
The Health Ministry spent nearly €140 million on 35 million tests.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 18:20:02 +0000News digest: South Africa strain confirmed, while problems at the Health Ministry pile up
Pope Francis considers visiting Slovakia. Prepare for a chilly night.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:20:02 +0000The ministry published instructions for Covid home treatment after one year
There is one more website to find information, but only in Slovak.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 17:20:02 +0000Do not travel abroad, experts warn
Altogether 35 Covid-positive cases were imported from abroad in February and March.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 13:50:01 +0000Outrage over Old Town tree felling
Controversial cutting down of woodland for Drotárska Cesta project prompts calls for new planning laws.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 12:20:02 +0000For Slovakia, one crisis is not enough
Amid the mounting pressure to step down, the prime minister muffed the one thing his government has been fairly good at.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:50:01 +0000Historically significant monastery saved from demolition
The monument in Levoča was recently renovated.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:50:01 +0000Women’s rights are still systematically violated
Amnesty International Slovakia has pointed to several problems, including attempts to restrict the reproductive rights of women.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:50:01 +0000People trust Pfizer and Sputnik V the most
The poll was carried out by the Focus agency.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 10:50:01 +0000State planned tests for home use, but the minister bought the wrong ones
The Health Ministry spent nearly €140 million on 35 million tests.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 09:20:01 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 396 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 323,700.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:50:01 +0000Chaos in vaccination registration as new slots open
People 60+ will be able to register for their Covid jab as of Monday.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 08:50:01 +0000A new observation tower being constructed above Levoča promises a view of half of Slovakia
The tower will reach 35 meters in height.
Published: Wednesday, March 3, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Mon, 08 Mar 2021 06:20:01 +0000Diplomats recognise the contribution of women in the fight against Covid-19
Women have the right to have full control over their body and health, states the diplomatic community on the occasion of International Women's Day.
Published: Monday, March 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 07 Mar 2021 19:20:02 +0000Bad mood is the new plague
What would have to happen for things to be worse?
Published: Sunday, March 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 07 Mar 2021 15:20:02 +0000Vlhová wins giant slalom in Jasná
In the overall standings, she closed the gap on the leader to 36 points.
Published: Sunday, March 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator
Sun, 07 Mar 2021 15:20:02 +0000Coronavirus in Slovakia: 1,286 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 323 390.
Published: Sunday, March 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator