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News digest: Teachers to be graded like students, with the best-rated receiving bonuses
Slovak teen wins $100,000 prize for his antiviral drug breakthrough, bear meat is on the menu in the High Tatras, and fraud is alleged over referendum petition signatures.
Travelling hundreds of kilometres in pursuit of the perfect lightning
Storm chasers Benji and Andrea are the only two active in central Slovakia.
Weekend: Festivals abound, enjoy folklore, theatre, music
Here's what to do during the weekend of June 6-8.
Young Slovak’s breakthrough wins him grand prize at world science competition
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
In Slovakia, corporate volunteers restore castles, clean parks and plant hope
Thousands volunteer in the country’s biggest corporate initiative of its kind.
Bratislava switches to warmer street lighting in response to public criticism
The city is phasing out harsh white streetlights in favour of warmer tones, guided by new lighting principles.
News digest: Parliament chaos gives Fico a Brussels headache
A protest against the Gaza invasion, foreign comedians reacted to a venue banning a Slovak comedy group, and Slovaks struggle with their own language.
No laughing matter: Slovakia’s top comedians kicked out of state-run venue
Silné reči says performances were dropped from Bratislava’s V-klub for political reasons.
General prosecutor quietly rebuilds special office once set for dismantling
After dissolving its Special Prosecutor’s Office, Slovakia now has a nearly identical structure – only the name has changed.
Slovak court curbs government effort to oust judge
Judge Kliment survives disciplinary case amid claims the justice minister was executing the prime minister’s political agenda.
Slovaks to celebrate Tax Freedom Day 25 days later than Czechs this year
In 2007, Tax Freedom Day in Slovakia fell as early as May 13. This year, it is on June 26.
Making a fortune off pilgrims
Trilingual signs were required by law.
EU red tape is choking innovation – and Slovakia could be the next casualty
As the US and Asia sprint ahead in AI and tech, Slovakia’s entrepreneurs are being held back by Europe’s tightening web of regulations.
3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
Wander through the capital’s parks and gardens – or let Frida Bollani Magoni serenade you instead.
Direct experience is ‘more powerful than a thousand words’, says expert
Transformational volunteering drives personal growth and builds empathy.
News digest: President shuts down referendum push on Russia sanctions
Is Slovakia becoming the next Hungary, how many Slovaks use social media, and what to do in Bratislava this weekend.
They made it to Glastonbury once. Now they’re going back for more
Glastonbury will take place in late June.
Slovaks use social media more than Czechs – but with less caution
Elon Musk’s influence turns Slovaks off X.
Rare folk dance from Liptov region proposed for heritage status
The tradition exists exclusively in the Liptov region.
Jordanian runs Lebanese restaurant in Bratislava: Slovaks welcomed me better than Austrians
He arrived in Slovakia 28 years ago.
- “Bože môj”: In search of my Rusyn self
- Slovaks fear Russia. Why is then support for NATO poor?
- A guide for an easy but still beautiful hike in the High Tatras Photo
- Jordanian runs Lebanese restaurant in Bratislava: Slovaks welcomed me better than Austrians
- Young Slovak’s breakthrough wins him grand prize at world science competition
- How to spend 48 hours in Bratislava
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Bratislava Region simplifies transport zones, raises fares
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- EU red tape is choking innovation – and Slovakia could be the next casualty
- Weekend: Festivals abound, enjoy folklore, theatre, music Photo
- News digest: Teachers to be graded like students, with the best-rated receiving bonuses
- “Bože môj”: In search of my Rusyn self
- Slovak roots: claiming what you knew you had
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- Jordanian runs Lebanese restaurant in Bratislava: Slovaks welcomed me better than Austrians
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Making a fortune off pilgrims
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- No laughing matter: Slovakia’s top comedians kicked out of state-run venue
- “Bože môj”: In search of my Rusyn self
- Weekend: Festivals abound, enjoy folklore, theatre, music Photo
- The hidden costs of Slovakia’s complicated tax system
- How to spend 48 hours in Bratislava
- Irish outlet hails Slovak spa town as top European holiday spot
- After years of straddling two worlds, this American is now reconnecting with his Slovak roots
- “Bože môj”: In search of my Rusyn self
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- The hidden costs of Slovakia’s complicated tax system
- Slovakia’s secret weapon is living abroad
- Making a fortune off pilgrims
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- News digest: Teachers to be graded like students, with the best-rated receiving bonuses
- Travelling hundreds of kilometres in pursuit of the perfect lightning Photo
- Weekend: Festivals abound, enjoy folklore, theatre, music Photo
- Young Slovak’s breakthrough wins him grand prize at world science competition
- In Slovakia, corporate volunteers restore castles, clean parks and plant hope
- Bratislava switches to warmer street lighting in response to public criticism
- News digest: Parliament chaos gives Fico a Brussels headache
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