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Tue, 25 May 2021 16:20:02 +0000
News digest: New rules for AstraZeneca, Sputnik V decision expected tomorrow
Slovak vaccination strategy will see changes. Minister Mičovský steps down after his nominee ends up in custody. Austria to suspend the landing of planes from the UK. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:20:02 +0000
Vaccinate with Sputnik V or not? Slovakia's decision expected on Wedneday
Time is running out, the expiration of vaccines stored in Slovakia is approaching. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 16:20:02 +0000
AstraZeneca will only be given to people of age 60+
People of all ages waiting for their second dose will receive their AstraZeneca jab as planned. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 09:50:02 +0000
Europe, along with the Tatras, had its hottest year
2020 was among the five hottest in Slovakia's recorded history. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 09:50:02 +0000
Žilina wants to become the European Capital of Culture
Žilina is partnering up with the Polish city Bielsko-Biała and the Czech city Frýdek-Místek. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 08:50:02 +0000
Opposition showed text messages that allegedly proved interference in investigation
Police said that the text messages are older than former PM Peter Pellegrini claimed. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 08:20:02 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 132 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 388,900. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:50:02 +0000
Agriculture minister resigns
He wants to officially step down on May 31. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Tue, 25 May 2021 05:20:02 +0000
One of the European artistic gems found in the historic heart of Košice
In the cellar of the financial directorate’s building workers found a bundle of gold coins. Published: Tuesday, May 25, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 16:50:02 +0000
News digest: Harsh words spoken in Slovakia in response to Belarus
Slovakia’s representatives and journalists have responded to the recent developments in Belarus. Vaccinated people can ask for new vaccination certificates. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:50:01 +0000
Supply shortage have no effect on carmakers’ economic results
Several car producers have had to suspend their production in recent weeks. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 15:50:01 +0000
Smer chair accuses the coalition of having "a system of snitches"
Igor Matovič has admitted to meeting with one of the former police officers talking about corruption practices, but not after the election. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:50:02 +0000
Vaccine first, then vitamin sea. How to ensure a milder third wave
Summer travel should have been the main incentive, but Covid-pass problems reveal how yet anothear area was neglected. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:50:02 +0000
Slovak journalists: We stand by our Belarusian colleagues
Slovak newsrooms call on state and EU representatives to protect their colleagues in Belarus. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:20:01 +0000
Slovak journalists: We stand by our Belarusan colleagues
Slovak newsrooms call on state and EU representatives to protect their colleagues in Belarus. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 12:20:01 +0000
In memoriam: Sociologist, gender studies pioneer Jiřina Šiklová
Jiřina Šiklová, a sociologist and Charter 77 signatory known for her efforts in smuggling forbidden texts into Communist Czechoslovakia, died on Saturday at the age of 85. One of the key voices of the Prague Spring reform movement, she was also kn...

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:20:01 +0000
The unacceptable landing of a plane in Belarus requires a strong response
Slovak top representatives respond to the recent detention of Belarusian opposition journalist Raman Pratasevich. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:50:02 +0000
Known and Unknown: Čutkovská dolina valley and Vlkolínec
Discover the beauties hidden in the Veľká Fatra mountain range. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
The unacceptable downing of a plane in Belarus requires a strong response
Slovak top representatives respond to the recent detention of Belarusian opposition journalist Raman Pratasevich. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
It is no longer possible to cancel vaccination appointment before the second shot
Still, there are ways to change the vaccination appointments if necessary. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:20:02 +0000
Smer party grows in popularity, likely due to ex-PM Fico (+graphs)
While the opposition party becomes more popular, OĽaNO keeps losing support, the recent Focus poll suggests. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 07:20:02 +0000
The Slovak Spectator launches its redesigned newsletters
Today in Slovakia news digest now doubles as a newsletter. You can sign up to receive it in your inbox free of charge. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 06:20:02 +0000
Secret meeting of top state officials hints at a problem in the police
The most powerful officials in the state have met in a special room at the premises of the intelligence service. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:20:01 +0000
Thousands of flats? The state is sitting on a fortune worth billions
State properties could help solve the housing issue in Slovakia. Published: Monday, May 24, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sun, 23 May 2021 08:20:01 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 116 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 388,800. Published: Sunday, May 23, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 22 May 2021 12:20:01 +0000
Rebels, diplomats and innovators honoured as Slovak heroes in new book
This bilingual, educational text includes some villains too. Published: Saturday, May 22, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:50:01 +0000
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 190 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 388,700. Published: Saturday, May 22, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Sat, 22 May 2021 08:50:01 +0000
How a Slovak “travelled” to the Moon and got forgotten
A weekly dose of the stories not to be missed, including ice-hockey and Eurovision. Published: Saturday, May 22, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 21 May 2021 22:20:01 +0000
The idea of Slavs being swastikaphiles is nonsense
Tomáš Klubert, a historian, speaks about the abuse of ancient symbols by extremists. Published: Saturday, May 22, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator

Fri, 21 May 2021 15:20:02 +0000
News Digest: Experts approve easing of rules for foreign trips. Cabinet has not okayed it yet
Wine producers open their cellars for wine lovers, central bank marks three anniversaries with illuminated facade. Published: Friday, May 21, 2021Full story: Slovak Spectator



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