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Sat, 08 May 2021 17:20:01 +0000
Justice Minister Kolíková: I see no reason to step down
OĽaNO claims that the minister has failed to clear up all the allegations raised by the opposition. Published: Saturday, May 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 08 May 2021 16:20:02 +0000
Age limit for Pfizer and Moderna jabs down to 45 years
Vaccination appointments further allocated strictly according to age and diagnosis. Published: Saturday, May 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 08 May 2021 09:50:01 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 373 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 385,395. Published: Saturday, May 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 08 May 2021 09:20:01 +0000
Ambassador Nick Archer on British servicemen in the Prague Uprising and the ties that bind us
This week the British Embassy unveiled a plaque in memory of two British servicemen who took part in the Prague Uprising in 1945 and who saved many lives by their incredibly brave action. On the occasion of VE day the British ambassador to Prague, Ni...

Sat, 08 May 2021 07:50:02 +0000
Liptov will restore tradition of mountain sheep farming
The new project wants to introduce the region to visitors. Published: Saturday, May 8, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 15:50:02 +0000
Tax collection will not drop much. Labour market and economic growth help
Pandemic may further reduce the falling VAT. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 14:50:01 +0000
News digest: Slovakia to switch to light red tier on Monday, anti-Covid measures keep relaxing
Shops will be closed on Saturday, May 8 due to national holiday marking the end of WWII. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:50:02 +0000
SOR e-buses will run on Slovak batteries
InoBat to develop and produce batteries to power electric bus fleet across Europe. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:50:02 +0000
47-year old woman suffering from blood-clotting disorder dies post vaccination
Slovakia registers three deaths post vaccination against Covid-19. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:20:01 +0000
Activists want more 30 km/h zones in Bratislava
Vehicles do not keep to the speed limit. Activists registered a car driving at a speed of 92 km/h in the city centre. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 13:20:01 +0000
New book explores role of Czech parachutists during WWII and one of their last operations
More than 70 years after the end of World War Two, new information is still coming out about the brave efforts that allied parachutists played in the Nazi occupied Czech lands. In the newly published book Foursquare: The Last Parachutist, George Bear...

Fri, 07 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Nameless Bratislava Old Town places to receive names
John Selecky on an amazing search for his roots in Slovakia; lost tribute to Stalin taking on a modern twist. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 08:50:01 +0000
Special shopping hours end, some isolation rules change
The country switches to the light red tier on national level from next Monday. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 07 May 2021 08:50:01 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 362 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 385,000. Published: Friday, May 7, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:50:01 +0000
News digest: Pfizer and Moderna jabs now available to a younger age group in Slovakia
Former health minister Krajčí commented on the Sputnik V contract. Carmakers still affected by the lack of components. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 16:50:01 +0000
Matovič introduces tax reform
It will be based on three pillars: fair taxes, a single tax and single levy and benefits of €200 per child. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 15:50:02 +0000
Registration form for Covid vaccine has new features
You can now also register for a vaccination if you are accompanying a person aged 70 or over. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 11:50:02 +0000
Zoom University: The pandemic stripped studying abroad of many of its lures and benefits
Slovak students share their experiences of studying at universities abroad during the Covid-19 pandemic. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 11:50:02 +0000
Slovakia sent its 600-page plan to Brussels on becoming a better country
Only the next government will harvest the fruits of the planned reforms. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:20:01 +0000
Near rock bottom, artisans in Slovakia pray for a better season
The pandemic has forced some to find new jobs, leaving their trades behind. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:20:01 +0000
Real estate prices continued to climb at the beginning of the year, especially in Bratislava
Residential real-estate market seems to be Covid-proof. No signs increase in prices should end soon. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 10:20:01 +0000
Two British servicemen who helped Prague Uprising honoured
Among the ceremonies marking the 76th anniversary of the Prague Uprising on Tuesday May 5, was the unveiling of a commemorative plaque to two British servicemen who participated in the uprising and whose daring deed saved many lives. The ceremony too...

Thu, 06 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Intelligence agency has a new director
President Zuzana Čaputová appoints Michal Aláč to lead the SIS. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Number of deaths is still higher than in the past, but situation has slightly improved
Improved situation compared to previous months. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 08:50:01 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 343 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 384,600. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Thu, 06 May 2021 05:20:01 +0000
A pilgrimage destination for many Jews from around the world
Chatam Sófer Memorial is the sole remaining part of the Jewish cemetery used until 1847. Published: Thursday, May 6, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Wed, 05 May 2021 15:50:02 +0000
News digest: Curfew will stay in place for at least another week
The Health Ministry said the age limit for the Pfizer vaccine could change. EC greenlights the state assistance for tourism. Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:50:01 +0000
Šeliga leaves the deputy parliament’s speaker post after violating curfew rules
The politician was in a café after 21:00. His party colleague Jana Žitňanská drew consequences, too. Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Wed, 05 May 2021 14:50:01 +0000
Situation improves, but curfew remains in place for now
Only two districts will remain in the dark red tier next week. Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Wed, 05 May 2021 10:20:02 +0000
Visitors to opal mines can explore a renovated trail
Includes a replica of a water dam and a replica of a contemporary transportable backhouse used in the mines. Published: Wednesday, May 5, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator



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