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Thu, 27 May 2021 10:05:00 +0200
Coronavirus in Slovakia: 168 new cases confirmed (graphs)
The total number of cases has exceeded 389,300.

Thu, 27 May 2021 09:00:11 +0200
Za Ľudí may break up as it attempts to change its leader
Junior coalition party is experiencing problems that may disrupt the Heger government.

Thu, 27 May 2021 07:00:00 +0200
The multifunctional space that became the Presidential Palace
It once served as a place where young children could spend their free time.

Wed, 26 May 2021 19:23:52 +0200
Neglected for decades, the ramshackle national theatre shuts its doors
The old Slovak National Theatre building, which opened in 1886, will undergo reconstruction.

Wed, 26 May 2021 18:01:20 +0200
News digest: More freedom for vaccinated travellers
Summer season with new travelling rules. Free choice of vaccines to be available from early June.

Wed, 26 May 2021 17:11:42 +0200
MPs wanted to bring former SIS director from custody to parliament
We can even vote to bring in Putin and Biden, Speaker of Parliament Kollár said.

Wed, 26 May 2021 16:04:41 +0200
More restrictions lifted in Bratislava
The strictest pandemic measures will be applied in three districts only.

Wed, 26 May 2021 15:16:32 +0200
Slovakia’s airspace will be closed for Belarusian airlines
It is a joint signal of EU member states, said the transport minister.

Wed, 26 May 2021 14:06:49 +0200
Slovakia will vaccinate with Sputnik V
The government has approved the use of the Sputnik V vaccine.

Wed, 26 May 2021 12:59:45 +0200
Rules for travelling to change ahead of the summer season
The cabinet approved the traffic light system for travelling that will divide the countries into tiers.

Wed, 26 May 2021 11:37:02 +0200
Caves in Slovakia reopen to visitors
People still need to stick to hygienic measures.

Wed, 26 May 2021 11:32:24 +0200
Respirators also recommended for public transport in districts with better situation
Hygienists consider respirators a better option, especially if vehicles are used by people from districts in a worse Covid situation.

Wed, 26 May 2021 11:28:48 +0200
Direct flights will connect Bratislava and the Canary Islands
The flights expected to be launched in late June.

Wed, 26 May 2021 11:27:14 +0200
Rules clearing deliveries worth less than €150 through customs should be easier
People will be able to use electronic form.

Tue, 25 May 2021 18:12:41 +0200
News digest: New rules for AstraZeneca, Sputnik V decision expected tomorrow
Minister Mičovský steps down after his nominee ended up in custody. Austria to suspend the landing of planes from the UK.

Tue, 25 May 2021 17:51:59 +0200
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.

Tue, 25 May 2021 17:38:48 +0200
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.

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:12:04 +0200
Europe, along with the Tatras, had its hottest year
2020 was among the five hottest in Slovakia's recorded history.

Tue, 25 May 2021 11:03:42 +0200
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.

Tue, 25 May 2021 10:48:25 +0200
Opposition showed text messages that allegedly proved interference in investigation
Police said that the text messages are older than former PM Peter Pellegrini claimed.

Tue, 25 May 2021 09:37:18 +0200
Agriculture minister resigns
He wants to officially step down on May 31.

Tue, 25 May 2021 07:00:00 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 18:43:00 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:36:25 +0200
Supply shortage have no effect on carmakers’ economic results
Several car producers have had to suspend their production in recent weeks.

Mon, 24 May 2021 17:31:35 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:21:08 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 14:16:21 +0200
Slovak journalists: We stand by our Belarusian colleagues
Slovak newsrooms call on state and EU representatives to protect their colleagues in Belarus.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:41:52 +0200
Known and Unknown: Čutkovská dolina valley and Vlkolínec
Discover the beauties hidden in the Veľká Fatra mountain range.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:15:43 +0200
The unacceptable landing of a plane in Belarus requires a strong response
Slovak top representatives respond to the recent detention of Belarusian opposition journalist, while the ministry summoned Belarusian chargé d’affaires.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:08:54 +0200
It is no longer possible to cancel vaccination appointment before the second shot
Still, there are ways to change the vaccination appointments if necessary.

Mon, 24 May 2021 11:03:26 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 09:06:35 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 08:08:31 +0200
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.

Mon, 24 May 2021 07:00:00 +0200
Thousands of flats? The state is sitting on a fortune worth billions
State properties could help solve the housing issue in Slovakia.

Sat, 22 May 2021 14:00:00 +0200
Rebels, diplomats and innovators honoured as Slovak heroes in new book
This bilingual, educational text includes some villains too.

Sat, 22 May 2021 10:04:29 +0200
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.

Sat, 22 May 2021 00:15:40 +0200
The idea of Slavs being swastikaphiles is nonsense
Tomáš Klubert, a historian, speaks about the abuse of ancient symbols by extremists - and neo-pagans.

Fri, 21 May 2021 17:01:16 +0200
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.

Fri, 21 May 2021 14:28:19 +0200
Wine cellars in Bratislava and its vicinity open for wine lovers
The Covid-19 pandemic has reduced wine consumption in Slovakia.

Fri, 21 May 2021 13:57:40 +0200
Police wanted to detain former criminal agency head. He is abroad
Branislav Zurian told the media he will report to the police after he returns.

Fri, 21 May 2021 09:51:06 +0200
The Dutch design that brought commercial and residential living with a view of the Danube
River Park stands over the Danube and offers luxurious apartments and office spaces.

Fri, 21 May 2021 09:25:00 +0200
Historical family photos allow a peek into the lives of Pressburgers
Views of places that no longer exist, historical photos of a rowing or athletics club or from a cooking class at a girls’ school.

Thu, 20 May 2021 17:46:01 +0200
Third Covid-19 wave inevitable but should be milder, say scientists
Vaccinating as many people as possible is crucial, but AstraZeneca rejection raises more questions.

Thu, 20 May 2021 17:29:38 +0200
News digest: International trains return, minister shows new vax certificate
Cyprus has listed Slovakia as a red country. The Defence Ministry plans to purchase two Black Hawk helicopters.

Thu, 20 May 2021 17:02:49 +0200
Farmers count losses, fields with harvest have been flooded too
The situation is especially unfavourable near the Hron river basin.

Thu, 20 May 2021 16:49:12 +0200
Poll: Party of previous PM would win the election (+graphs)
Far-right People’s Party Our Slovakia is losing supporters.

Thu, 20 May 2021 16:42:54 +0200
Railways to renew nearly all international connections in June
Improving epidemiological conditions are cited as the chief reason for the change.

Thu, 20 May 2021 11:38:29 +0200
A merchant and a farmer will walk tourists through the town
Tour guides in the Záhorie region will conduct tours in costume.

Thu, 20 May 2021 11:36:16 +0200
Slovakia getting ready for ice hockey championships
The national team will play at least seven matches in the preliminary round.

Thu, 20 May 2021 11:34:03 +0200
Slovakia’s economy should recover strongly after the pandemic
The country’s GDP is expected to rise by 4.7 percent this year, according to the International Monetary Fund.

Thu, 20 May 2021 11:28:02 +0200
Lost and found on the highway to Košice
The path of the patient in Slovak health care is a mythical creature just like Slovakia's east-west highway.



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