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Slovakia introduces two-tier booking system for Foreigners’ Police appointments
Government aims to curb abuse of online reservations by separating authorised and unauthorised users.
Slovakia stun Europe with miracle win at women’s U17 handball championship
The Slovaks also collected individual honours.
Where to refill a bottle is something the homeless have to plan
People can bring us sunscreen and caps, says Depaul director.
Last Week: Pressure grows on the health minister over ambulance tender car crash
Fico reprimands his Hlas minister - for bad communication.
News digest: Ambulance tender turmoil – Penta walks, prosecutor limbers up
Slovak athletes shine at 2025 World Games, 14th Grape Festival offers sport theme and Olympic stars, and get ready: this weekend promises to be a scorcher!
Weekend: A familiar sight and sound return to three picturesque towns in central Slovakia
Here's what to do during the weekend of August 8-10.
Strangers are hiding gifts in Slovak cities – and people love it
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
‘If we rely on AI, we’ll become less smart’, linguistics professor warns
From translating German poetry by hand to raising bilingual children, author and scholar Jozef Tancer champions multilingualism as both memory and resistance.
Slovakia records first Q fever outbreak in 30 years
Eleven people hospitalised in Prievidza district as authorities trace source to livestock-linked bacterium.
News digest: Fico’s coup story falls apart in the sun
Slovakia reports first Q fever outbreak in 30 years, Defence Ministry’s condom plan sparks outrage, and a meme asks: Šutaj stay or Šutaj go?
Slovak winemakers tied to bribery scandal linked to EU subsidies
The small border village of Vinica has emerged as a focal point in a corruption scandal over agricultural subsidies.
German auto supplier ZF to shut Slovak factory
Around 250 jobs to go as Detva plant closure marks broader retreat in Europe; production to shift to other Slovak sites.
EU court ruling offers legal opening for imprisoned fraudster
A recent judgment from the European Court of Justice may allow Marian Kočner to seek a reduced prison sentence.
Where stones remember: the shifting fortunes of Bratislava
From Celtic hillfort to Roman acropolis, from Mongol raids to baroque reinvention – the evolution of Bratislava is etched into its very stones.
More than tracks: discover what’s along the new Petržalka tram route
The extension of the number 3 tram brings faster connections – and unexpected finds at every new stop.
3 free things to do in Bratislava for the next seven days
Try Barre by the Danube or catch the open-air basketball finals.
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Experience jazz, rock legends, and Slovak football on the road to the Champions League.
National lacrosse team digs deep into heritage to post best ever result
Sport has come a long way in two decades, says coach.
VW’s plant in Martin powers into the electric era
Company expands production portfolio with unique component for electric premium models.
News digest: Fico’s ‘diplomatic reprimand’ may be Health Minister Šaško’s last
The transaction tax strikes again, discover what Komárno has in store for active travellers, and learn how to observe the Perseids this year.
- Slovakia introduces two-tier booking system for Foreigners’ Police appointments
- Naked man wearing only a balaclava and flip-flops caught running through woods with sex toy on a stick
- Last Week: Pressure grows on the health minister over ambulance tender car crash
- Strangers are hiding gifts in Slovak cities – and people love it
- Slovak winemakers tied to bribery scandal linked to EU subsidies
- Slovakia stun Europe with miracle win at women’s U17 handball championship
- Formed 15 years ago, unique island on Hron becomes haven for active leisure Photo
- ‘If we rely on AI, we’ll become less smart’, linguistics professor warns
- Strangers are hiding gifts in Slovak cities – and people love it
- Last Week: Pressure grows on the health minister over ambulance tender car crash
- Slovak winemakers tied to bribery scandal linked to EU subsidies
- A fortress town on the Danube hopes tourism will bring it back to life Photo
- Formed 15 years ago, unique island on Hron becomes haven for active leisure Photo
- Naked man wearing only a balaclava and flip-flops caught running through woods with sex toy on a stick
- ‘If we rely on AI, we’ll become less smart’, linguistics professor warns
- Should you visit Komárno’s Courtyard of Europe? Probably not. Try this instead. Photo
- Strangers are hiding gifts in Slovak cities – and people love it
- Formed 15 years ago, unique island on Hron becomes haven for active leisure Photo
- More than tracks: discover what’s along the new Petržalka tram route
- A fortress town on the Danube hopes tourism will bring it back to life Photo
- Slovak winemakers tied to bribery scandal linked to EU subsidies
- Naked man wearing only a balaclava and flip-flops caught running through woods with sex toy on a stick
- Should you visit Komárno’s Courtyard of Europe? Probably not. Try this instead. Photo
- Last Week: Pressure grows on the health minister over ambulance tender car crash
- Formed 15 years ago, unique island on Hron becomes haven for active leisure Photo
- Naked man wearing only a balaclava and flip-flops caught running through woods with sex toy on a stick
- Should you visit Komárno’s Courtyard of Europe? Probably not. Try this instead. Photo
- Revitalisation project brings life back to Danube arm Photo
- A fortress town on the Danube hopes tourism will bring it back to life Photo
- Strangers are hiding gifts in Slovak cities – and people love it
- More than tracks: discover what’s along the new Petržalka tram route
- Get a glimpse of Bratislava’s eastern hinterland by bike Photo
- Slovakia introduces two-tier booking system for Foreigners’ Police appointments
- Slovakia stun Europe with miracle win at women’s U17 handball championship
- Where to refill a bottle is something the homeless have to plan
- Last Week: Pressure grows on the health minister over ambulance tender car crash
- News digest: Ambulance tender turmoil – Penta walks, prosecutor limbers up
- Weekend: A familiar sight and sound return to three picturesque towns in central Slovakia Photo
- Strangers are hiding gifts in Slovak cities – and people love it
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