Slovak Spectator
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 18:49:00 +0200News digest: The Slovak Olympic team may be small, but it hopes to win big
90s Bratislava is reborn in a video game, and Bojnice Zoo greets newborn red pandas.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 16:58:55 +02008 things to know about the halting of Lukoil’s Russian oil supplies to Slovakia
Experts see it more as a political and media issue than a real problem.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 15:36:47 +0200GTA Bratislava? Vivat Slovakia delivers an authentic local video game experience
Curious about how Bratislava looked in the 90s?
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 15:35:10 +0200Another monumental wall painting re-emerges in Petržalka
Such images once helped people orientate themselves in Bratislava's 'concrete jungle'.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 12:00:00 +0200Slovakia’s smallest Olympic squad ever: Can they achieve the unthinkable?
Meet the mighty 28.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 11:47:11 +0200Weekend: History awaits to be discovered
Amateur theatre wants to show what it's been up to lately. Here's what to do during the weekend of July 26-28.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 08:49:00 +0200Better than mushrooms? Amateur collector finds Slovakia's biggest sapphire
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 06:11:11 +0200New performance contracts offer universities more money – with strings attached
The Education Ministry has launched a website to track the progress of universities.
Fri, 26 Jul 2024 00:06:51 +0200New reactor in Mochovce already reflected in Slovak industry’s statistics
Its launch returned Slovenské Elektrárne to profit.
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 23:59:56 +0200General Prosecutor’s Office rules out wrongdoing by prison guards in ex-police chief’s death
The Milan Lučanský case has remained a recurring focal point for the government.
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 23:57:20 +0200Rožňava police station's lift 'irreparable'—Why no fix after five years?
Officers forced to climb stairs.
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 23:28:50 +0200News digest: Fico’s astonishing salary
Defunct lift, useful Slovak phrases for foreigners during the summer, and tips on how to enjoy Bratislava.
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 11:42:34 +02003 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Become an archaeologist for a day or sing with a Syrian artist.
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0200Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Tips for events between July 25 and 31.
Thu, 25 Jul 2024 06:15:00 +0200Controversial High Tatras tower reopened, its operator wants it elsewhere
Building one of the tallest of its kind.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 19:35:39 +0200News digest: European Commission's seven recommendations to Slovakia
Revolution coming to Košice, new rules regarding school excuse notes, and difficult task of finding positives in the culture situation.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 19:10:41 +0200Education Ministry sets clearer rules for student sick days
Doctor's certificate required in some cases.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 19:05:31 +0200Culture Ministry's absolutism will not destroy culture
What has Martina Šimkovičová's first year shown?
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 18:05:37 +0200Slovak Matters: Summer clothing - or lack thereof
Reflexive verbs are hard to remember, but they make the difference between, for example, soaking in the water and peeing in the water.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 15:00:00 +0200A Slovak artisan who brings fujara instruments to global audiences
Alexander Králik learned to play fujara at university.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 10:03:30 +0200The Košice revolution: How culture, IT, and industrial growth are shaping the city
Tourists suffering from the so-called "Košice syndrome", and changing economics on the horizon.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 09:47:32 +0200Košice: The city that surprises and delights visitors
Find more than you expect in Košice, from historical monuments to culinary experiences, including one of Slovakia's oldest breweries, Golem.
Wed, 24 Jul 2024 06:00:00 +0200Challenging Baranec trek leaves hikers sore but rewards with uncrowded summit
The third highest peak of the Western Tatras offers exclusive vistas.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 23:44:21 +0200News digest: Rainbow flag controversy
A unique success for the Slovak team in American football, while a Chinese car manufacturer is eyeing Slovakia.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 21:41:58 +0200German drummer’s stage performance sparks questions about avoiding Slovak court
Jakob 'Jakel' Bossert's recent performance appears to clash with his legal team's depiction of severe health issues.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 21:39:03 +0200No one stood up for the Ukrainian mother and her son
Beňo's dragon and Slovak monsters.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 20:27:24 +0200Constitutional Court finds ruling coalition favoured politicians, oligarchs in criminal law amendments
The panel of judges say that they had to overlook such scenarios.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 07:00:00 +0200Tapping the potential of Slovakia’s Roma workforce
Companies tout successful recruitment from marginalised communities.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 06:04:07 +0200Explore the hidden gorge of a forgotten world in a volcano village
Šiatorská Bukovinka, a town situated between Lučenec and the Hungarian town of Salgótarján, now boasts another tourist attraction.
Tue, 23 Jul 2024 05:14:20 +0200Slovak team wins Czech Bowl in thrilling overtime victory
Nitra Knights make history.
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:57:46 +0200News digest: Slovakia's first F-16 jets touch down
Where to get delicious ice-cream, meet the Slovak skateboarder set to compete at Olympics, and a tip on event full of concerts.
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:50:28 +0200Changes to one of Bratislava top projects reflect new course
Offices to make way for apartments.
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 18:46:52 +0200First fined for skateboarding, now he rides at the Olympics
Image of skateboarding is changing.
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 13:00:00 +02007 best ice-cream parlours in Bratislava and where to find them
We googled them for you.
Mon, 22 Jul 2024 10:15:36 +0200Last Week: MPs interrupt their summer break to amend the Penal Code. Again
And still it might not be enough, with EC warning that Slovakia isn’t protecting European money.