Archive of articles - July 2013, page 2
If you desire to read an old article, use the search bar or select the publication date.
Human Rights Institute wants to organise Pussy Riot concert
The non-governmental organisation Human Rights Institute plans to organise a concert by the controversial Russian band Pussy Riot, announcing the news on the same day judges rejected a second appeal for parole by one of the band’s members, Nadezhda Tolokonnikova. The organisation’s head Peter Weisenbacher said that they want to intensify the pressure on Russia, adding that they have already informed the Russian Embassy to Slovakia, the SITA newswire reported on July 26.
Defence Ministry overspending on cleaning contracts
An Interior Ministry inspection has revealed wasted funds totalling some €500,000 in contracts the Defence Ministry made with the firm Pegas Top. Inspectors continue to look into the case, the daily Sme reported on July 27.
Korean embassy stresses common cultural values
THE PRESENCE of the Republic of Korea and its cultural phenomena in Slovakia is comparatively recent, but can already be felt intensely – and some of the country’s events and traditions have already become a local tradition. However, some new facets of Korea’s cultural offering are emerging this year in connection with a special jubilee.
Quote of the week
“Obviously, after the previous experiences, he did not want to give it needless publicity.”
Foresters competed in traditional scything and goulash cook-off
IN EARLY July, professional forest rangers competed in two disciplines not normally associated with this profession: scything a meadow and cooking venison goulash.
The Republic of Korea: General facts
Political system: Presidential republicCapital: SeoulTotal area: 99,720 square kilometresPopulation: 49 millionLanguage: KoreanCurrency: Won
Slovakia wakes from Bentley dream
SLOVAKIA has lost out in its bid for a new investment by carmaker Volkswagen. The German firm announced on July 23 that it will produce the new luxury Bentley EXF9 SUV, informally branded ‘Falcon’, in the British town of Crewe, the Sme daily reported.
Institutions of the Republic of Korea in Slovakia
Embassy of the Republic of KoreaAmbassador: Sang-hoon Parkhttp://svk.mofat.go.kr
New election rules on the way
AFTER the 2012 general election took place in the shadow of the notorious Gorilla scandal, all of the current parliamentary parties pledged to change campaigning and party financing rules within one year to make them more transparent and fair. The Interior Ministry, controlled by the Smer party, which, since the 2012 elections has ruled the country with a parliamentary majority, delivered its draft changes, after a delay of several months, in mid July 2013.
Japanese institutions and organisations in Slovakia
Embassy of JapanAmbassador: Akira Takamatsuwww.sk.emb-japan.go.jp
Working together in technology – and art
AKIRA Takamatsu is pleased with the response of Slovak audiences to traditional forms of Japanese art, such as Noh or Kyogen theatres. These performances, as he says, require a sophisticated audience to fully absorb, and are sometimes even considered by younger Japanese audiences to be too traditional. The Japanese Ambassador to Slovakia says that the two nations understand each other very well culturally, adding that he is impressed by the talents of Slovaks. The Slovak Spectator spoke to Akira Takamatsu about the recent visit of the Japanese royal couple to Slovakia, the challenges of Japan’s energy policies, plans for a proposed youth exchange as well as the potential for business and cooperation between the Visegrad Four and Japan.
Bardejov: A leading spa
BY THE early 19th century, the spa in Bardejov was one of the most visited in the Kingdom of Hungary. However, the spa’s boom was interrupted by a disastrous fire in 1856.
Indonesian recipes: Gado-gado (Indonesian vegetable salad with peanut sauce) (video included)
Ingredients and preparation.
Countrywide Events
Western SLOVAKIA
‘Too early’ to assess impact of FTA
EXTENSIVE investments in Slovakia originating in the Republic of Korea have made the latter country well-known here. Most notable have been major projects by the carmaker Kia Motors Slovakia and electronics manufacturer Samsung. These account for the biggest portion of Korean foreign direct investment into Slovakia to date. The firms’ investments have boosted mutual trade: for Korea Slovakia serves as a gateway into the European Union, while the Republic of Korea is a potential market for Slovakia, which is looking to export more beyond the EU.
Deaflympics embezzler sentenced
JAROMÍR RUDA, the man behind the embezzlement in the 2011 Deaflympics, which were supposed to be held in Slovakia but did not take place because the organisers failed to have the venues and accommodations ready in time, has been sent to jail. He plans to appeal the verdict with the Supreme Court.
Mobis awarded state aid for expansion
MOBIS Slovakia, the main subcontractor to carmaker Kia Motors Slovakia, will receive government investment aid of €5.6 million from the Slovak government to expand its factory in Slovakia. The Fico cabinet approved the aid at a meeting on July 10. The money will be delivered in the form of a tax holiday between 2014 and 2016.
Kia’s Slovak plant runs at full capacity
KIA Motors Slovakia is now using the full productive capacity of its factory in Teplička nad Váhom near Žilina for the first time since production began there in December 2006. During the first half of 2013 the company manufactured 158,900 units, a year-on-year increase of 6 percent, the company wrote in a press release.
59th folklore festival in Východná ended with Robbed Loot gala event
THE 59th year of the biggest and oldest Slovak folklore festival, in Východná, culminated in the gala event called Robbed Loot (in Jánošík’s Money-bag). The three-day festival, which took place in early July, commemorated the 300th anniversary of the death of legendary Slovak bandit and national hero Juraj Jánošík.
Indonesian recipes: Pepes (grilled fish wrapped in banana leaves) (video inluded)
Ingredients and preparation.
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky Photo
- Slovakia loses another EV model to Spain as Stellantis chooses Zaragoza over Trnava
- News digest: Prosecutor seeks jail for NBS Governor Kažimír as his political support wanes
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- News digest: Fico’s bloc wants to save money by restricting electoral access
- Slovakia plans to restrict access to new medicines amid funding shortfall
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky Photo
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- News digest: Fico’s bloc wants to save money by restricting electoral access
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Digital Jarvis is real now. He is coming for your to-do list
- The disinformation scene has become a tool of media capture
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- News digest: Violent gang in Bratislava is under arrest
- The Kremlin’s security agency has a Russian contractor in Slovakia - no one has noticed
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Digital Jarvis is real now. He is coming for your to-do list
- Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky Photo
- The disinformation scene has become a tool of media capture
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- A mayor resigns over €2.7 million fraud scandal at town hall
- Show me your moves! Slovak hockey stars share their best pick-up lines
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- He designed Gatwick. But this is his masterpiece
- Fico praises China and Vietnam as models, says liberal democracy has failed
- News digest: Violent gang in Bratislava is under arrest
- The compass points to Kúty, and people are starting to follow
- News digest: Prosecutor seeks jail for NBS Governor Kažimír as his political support wanes
- Slovakia loses another EV model to Spain as Stellantis chooses Zaragoza over Trnava
- Slovak female triathlete shatters barriers with historic win at Himalayan event
- Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky Photo
- News digest: Fico’s bloc wants to save money by restricting electoral access
- Slovakia plans to restrict access to new medicines amid funding shortfall
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners More articles ›
