News digest: Thousands march as Fico stands by “Russian-style” NGO bill
The premier has remained silent on Trump’s new tariffs. The country’s central bank governor called the move “a small Armageddon”.
Volkswagen Slovakia posts strong 2024 results despite tariff threat
The Bratislava plant boosted profit and output last year, but US protectionism and rising costs pose fresh risks for Slovakia’s flagship exporter.
Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
From Mečiar’s NATO sabotage in the 1990s to Fico’s photo-ops with Putin today.
Slovakia clings to its gas transit dream, even as pipelines burn
Despite an explosion at a key Russian station, Bratislava presses ahead with plans to restore gas flows via Ukraine.
What abides: Giving a shit
The twin towers are down, we’ve all moved on, but The Slovak Spectator’s essentials are as relevant as ever.
Číž spa water once even sent to USA
A local accidentally discovered salty water on his land.
3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Visit Rythms and Algorithms exhibition or Sakura and Art Festival.
A diplomat who thrives on building bridges…and making things happen
Facilitating cross-border collaboration is fundamental to Europe’s future, says Maja Wawrzyk.
Bratislava to get new flats as iconic building awaits reconstruction
Original plan now taking shape.
Unique underground museum in Košice reopens, major renovation set for next year
The city has secured the necessary building permit.
Flats in Bratislava are getting smaller, otherwise no one would buy them
People prefer three smaller rooms to two bigger ones.
News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
Flats in Bratislava are getting smaller, problems at the Betliar Museum, and Gorals gain recognition.
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