Brexit may hurt Slovakia's economy

It is the uncertainty that poses the biggest risk for Slovakia.

24. jun 2016

Au revoir, little England

Many problems have been made worse by this Brexit vote. Far right extremism? More extreme. A divided Europe? More divided. Uncertainty about the economy? More uncertain. Lack of confidence in government? Even more lacking.

24. jun 2016

Blog: Taxi!

Taking a taxi at 2am in Bratislava can lead to a very detailed “grass root” analysis of the labour market, education system and local mentality, a psychoanalytical peep into the lifestyle of Slovakia’s elite or a passionate discussion about the Slovak hip hop scene.

24. jun 2016
The protest in June 2015

Extremists to gather in Bratislava

Two major political marches and two other events are taking place in Bratislava. After last year’s violent episodes, the police say they are ready this time around.

24. jun 2016
British PM David Cameron (l) and Slovak PM Robert Fico in June 2015

Slovakia on Brexit: Challenge for presidency

European people refuse migration and economic policy of the EU, fundamental change needed, says Fico.

24. jun 2016

The day after Britain said no

The decision for Brexit is not the end of the EU, but it is the last big warning.

24. jun 2016

EU Presidency to limit transport

Security measures might be applied on Jesenského, Štúrová, Medená, Mostová and Kúpeľná Streets.

24. jun 2016
Illustrative stock photo

UN aware of racism on internet

This impulse stems from the enormous increase in hateful comments in response to the shooting of a Syrian refugee at the Slovak-Hungarian border.

24. jun 2016

PSA introduces fourth working shift

The weekend shift will bring jobs for 800 people.

24. jun 2016
Banská Bystrica

Banská Bystrica becomes European City of Sport

The European City of Sport will be represented by 12 internationally successful athletes.

24. jun 2016

Kaliňák signed contract in Slovakia while also being in Montenegro

The opposition will hand over signatures for convening a special parliamentary session with a no-confidence motion in Kaliňák on the agenda.

24. jun 2016
Veľké Kapušany, one of the border points between Slovakia and Ukraine.

Nord Stream 2 is dividing opinions

EC President Jean-Claude Juncker indicated that Nord Stream 2 could alter the landscape of the European Union’s gas markets.

23. jun 2016
extracting honey by connecting a stationary bike with a stainless steel honey extractor.

First bicycle extractor for urban bees in Slovakia

A stationary bike remade to extract honey premiered recently and is simple enough for primary school students to try.

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Steven Woloshen (Fest Anča)

Foreigners: Events around Slovakia

Tips for performances, exhibitions and other events in the Slovak regions between June 24 and July 3, including festivals, classical music, concerts, outdoor events and more.

23. jun 2016
The Black Blues Brothers, Kenya, at Cirkul’Art

Cirkul’Art moves in time, space

The event that has already become part of the cultural programme in May takes place in June this year.

23. jun 2016
Photovoltaic power plants

Constitutional Court: Fees for solar energy are unconstitutional

Slovakia may lose millions of euros in the future, as its Constitutional Court decided that a special fee that producers of electricity have to pay is unconstitutional.

23. jun 2016
Session of the Coalition Council: Minister Maďarič is 3-L, SNS chairman Danko 1-R

Culture Ministry: Danko’s words feel like distrust in Maďarič

The most recent statements made by Slovak National Party (SNS) chairman Andrej Danko about licence fees for RTVS might be viewed as an expression of distrust in Culture Minister Marek Maďarič of Smer.

23. jun 2016
Illlustrative stock photo

Majority of Slovaks would be for staying in EU in a referendum

If there was a referendum in Slovakia about the country remaining in the European Union, 62.1 percent would vote for it.

23. jun 2016
Prime ministers: French Francois Hollande (L) and Slovak Robert Fico.

PM Fico: Slovak EU presidency will be tough

The Slovak presidency of the European Union will be difficult after the British referendum, Prime Minister Robert Fico said after meeting French President François Holland.

23. jun 2016
The once strong team of Radoslav Procházka is falling apart.

Sieť tearing at the seams

Analysts say the party may not survive until the next elections

23. jun 2016
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