Slovak Spectator

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:00:00 +0200
Foreigners learn what really makes Slovak so difficult (in a fun way)
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 05:45:00 +0200
One-of-a-kind supercar designed to rival Ferrari goes on display 30 years after its debut
Financial difficulties meant only one Innotech Mysterro prototype was ever built.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 23:26:08 +0200
News digest: Teen kicks pensioner, teens stab cab driver. Top prosecutor sounds the alarm
Trump-inspired event at Bratislava Castle, controversial bishop closer to beatification, agriculture minister takes animal rights group to police.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 20:09:33 +0200
‘An Aryaniser as a blessed?’ Jewish community protests as Vatican advances Slovak bishop’s beatification case
Ján Vojtaššák was later persecuted and imprisoned by the communists, but critics point to his conduct under Slovakia’s Nazi-allied wartime regime.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 19:10:10 +0200
Slovaks cross border into Austria in inflatable boats and wade through river after low water stops ferry
With the ferry closed, commuters face lengthy detours as no bridge connects the two countries in Záhorská Ves.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 16:00:00 +0200
Unique Slovak yeast may help maize beat drought
Plants have coping mechanisms when they lack water, but they come at a cost.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:55:05 +0200
3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Austrian jazz, classical chamber music and a free outdoor yoga session are among this week’s events.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:34:08 +0200
Agriculture Ministry calls in police over animal rights group’s campaign
Martin Smrek says he was questioned for an hour but was not told which of his organisation’s claims was suspected of breaking the law.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 14:05:19 +0200
Motorcycle sales are heading for an all-time record. This €3,090 scooter is leading the boom
Dealers sold 4,938 bikes in the first half of 2026.

Thu, 13 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0200
Weekend: Unusual in all the best ways
Here's what to do during the weekend of 14-16 August.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 23:22:13 +0200
Zapletalová makes history with Slovakia’s first European 400m hurdles gold
The Slovak hurdler held her nerve in Birmingham to win the European title.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 22:49:15 +0200
News digest: The radars are Russian after all. Now who’s to blame?
Culture minister on Beethoven’s success, a trip to Veľký Krtíš, partial solar eclipse photos and extended tram disruption in central Bratislava.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:50:03 +0200
Defence Ministry eyes multimillion-euro deal for Czech-made jets to train fighter pilots and combat drones
The L-39 Skyfox is being considered as a replacement for Slovakia’s ageing training aircraft.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 18:42:03 +0200
Apple reseller swallowed a bigger rival to turbocharge growth but now sales are tumbling and its parent company has had to step in
iStyle blames staffing costs, fierce competition and a disappointing transfer of customers.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 17:27:28 +0200
Spartak Trnava investigates alleged racist abuse of 10-year-old girl
The football club says it is investigating an incident during a home match after witnesses said a child was targeted because of her skin colour.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 16:16:34 +0200
Fico is selling Slovakia off
Quite the parting gift.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 14:12:11 +0200
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Savour wine at sunset, enjoy an open-air concert by one of Slovakia’s celebrated singers, or come and cheer on Slovan.

Wed, 12 Aug 2026 11:59:07 +0200
Yaya Touré’s Slovan Bratislava are one tie away from the Champions League after cruising past Swedish champions Mjällby
Victory over Mjällby guarantees the club European football this autumn and at least €4.3 million from UEFA.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 22:52:21 +0200
News digest: Eclipse fever hits Slovakia – with the Perseids joining the show
A far-right MEP’s video from the woods, a futuristic greenhouse, and a fridge on wheels.

Tue, 11 Aug 2026 19:54:07 +0200
Want air conditioning in your flat? Your neighbours may have a say
Apartment owners in Slovakia need consent before installing a unit on a shared façade.

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