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Stemming brain drain
In search of a good education and job opportunities, Martin Kanka, a 25-year-old Slovak, decided to move 60 km from Bratislava to Vienna.
Volunteers of the Year awarded
The Volunteer 2015 award in the main category went to Ján Šlosiar of ADRA Moldavia organisation who offered his time to help “street children” in Moldova.
Poll: Low trust in companies
Slovak society seems to be distrustful of corporations: more than half of its citizens (52 percent) do not trust firms or what they say.
Sale of locally sourced foodstuffs sprouts
Some companies understand that focusing on people and environment can be part of their business.
In the country of spring waters
IN THE PAST, an inhabitant of any village or town could get quite easily to a spring of mineral water, take a drink from it, take water with him, and/or bathe in it.
Blog: Easter Monday: What doesn't kill you makes you stronger
Although I normally am the first to embrace and celebrate traditions, my first Easter in Slovakia was rather a shock.
Vienna tram back in Bratislava streets
The tram-car that connected Bratislava and Vienna at the beginning of the 20th century may be repaired and used again, if finances allow.
Slovaks still need to wait for 100th victory
Slovaks still need to wait for their 100th victory in international matches, after the match against Latvia ended in a draw.
The first heart transplant in Slovakia was 18 years ago
The first heart transplant in the modern history of Slovakia, made in the National Institute of Cardiovascular Diseases (NÚSCH) in Bratislava gave nine more years of life to the patient.
Slovak representation pursues its 100th victory
The March 25 match against Latvia starts an important preparation period for the EURO 2016 championship in France, the first for Slovakia since it became independent.
Adopting an abandoned animal
In most Slovak animal shelters, illnesses and insufficient care are a rare problem, veterinary doctor says.
Banks fight for clients
New mortgage law seems favourable for borrowers, but they need to be careful.
Supermarkets plan to stay open during Easter
With the exception of Sunday all big supermarkets will be open during the weekend.
End of Schengen area would be expensive
If border checks are resumed, Slovakia could lose between €1.5-7 billion in the next 10 years.
Bratislava airport introduces special security measures
Airport representatives cannot rule out the possibility that passengers may have to come to the airport earlier than normal.
Afinox opens new engineering plant in Čaňa
Afinox plan to invest an additional €15 million within next five years.
Urine attacker from Bratislava arrested
After catching fecal phantom Bratislava police also dealt with urine one.
People to save 5 percent on Easter shopping
On average, people in Slovakia are expected to spend €36 on food shopping for Easter this year; which is around five percent less than last year.
Gov’t priorities lacks systemic reforms for business
Plans call for cutting corporate tax, scrapping tax licenses, but balanced budget postponed.
Steelmaker in Košice cuts jobs
Rumours that the US Steel will change hands resurface.
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- Iconic Slovak barn still draws crowds. Without donors, it might have been lost Photo
- Slovakia loses another EV model to Spain as Stellantis chooses Zaragoza over Trnava
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- The law changed. Our family papers were ready. Now my kids are Slovak citizens
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- Slovak female triathlete shatters barriers with historic win at Himalayan event
- The Kremlin’s security agency has a Russian contractor in Slovakia - no one has noticed
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- Slovakia loses another EV model to Spain as Stellantis chooses Zaragoza over Trnava
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- Convicted of multiple murders, Slovakia’s mafia boss seeks release from prison
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- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
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- A mayor resigns over €2.7 million fraud scandal at town hall
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- Fico praises China and Vietnam as models, says liberal democracy has failed
- News digest: Violent gang in Bratislava is under arrest
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- News digest: Prosecutor seeks jail for NBS Governor Kažimír as his political support wanes
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- Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky Photo
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