Archive of articles - July 2016
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One day with Robert Fulghum
The popular American writer visited Bratislava in early July
Krynica: Will Europe stay united? central Europe is part of the answer
The motto of this year’s edition of the Economic Forum in Krynica, Poland is: United or Divided? Europe in the Face of the Challenges of Tomorrow.
For Ireland the EU is a vital national interest
The EU UK negotiations will be important, but they must not become all consuming. A European Union that enables growth and is a force for peace in its region and the world will continue to be as important in the coming years as it has in the last sixty years.
Martin Pollack: I could not be silent
“Coping with the past has always been superficial in Austria”
Slovak military is smaller, but adapting
Tank unit is a renewed priority as are new strategies to deal with cyber warfare.
Partnership stays strong in turbulent times
In today’s spectacularly changing world, two years can almost amount to an eternity.
Kia Motors Slovakia production rises
Engine production rose by 11 percent and by the end of June 2016 reached more than 318,000 units.
Business of auntie Anka continues
Five out of the seven companies linked to auntie Anka still have contracts with VšZP
Theresa May keeps in mind Slovaks in Britain
British PM promised to try to protect the rights of Slovaks in Britain in the future, but she demands reciprocity on this issue.
Slovakia tops V4 in health-care expenditures, lacks respective indicators
Slovaks consume the most drugs among V4 countries, while problems remain also with the prescription rate, inefficient medication and spending on laboratory examinations and radiodiagnosis.
Two Slovaks arrested in Thailand
Police accused one of them of fraud, second of duress and blackmail.
Budget travel in Slovakia (Spectacular Slovakia - travel guide)
This regularly updated feature on budget travel in Slovakia includes tips on getting here cheaply and on maximizing your dollar across the country.
Blog: Walking across Slovakia: Day 2
No tents, no sleeping rough, two teenagers and two adults, 900km, 4 rucksacks and some maps, a lot of maps: this is going to be fun.
Foreigners: Events around Slovakia
Tips for performances, exhibitions and other events in the Slovak regions between July 29 and August 7, including festivals, concerts, gastronomy, exchange, outdoor and more.
Government to re-distribute SAV money
Though Slovakia is among Europe's least invested in R&D, authorities now propose to take yet more money Academy of Sciences.
Ex-SIS agent Kosík is still wanted
Slovak police still are still searching for former officer of the Slovak Intelligence Service (SIS) and former police officer, Ľuboš Kosík, who was sentenced by the Supreme Court at end of June to 14 years in prison, for forgery of promissory notes.
Harvest to be among best in 10 years
The process of harvesting is in full swing in Slovakia; and it seems to be bringing above-average yields. The problem for farmers, however, remain the low prices.
Slovaks and Americans train ground and air forces
Slovak and US soldiers are participating in a joint training exercise called Slovak Warthog 2016 at the military base in Sliač. It is the biggest military exercise this year.
Young expats get to know Slovakia, visit UNESCO sites
Slovaks living abroad can enjoy two activities – a summer camp and an expat’s meeting – starting this weekend.
European Union Youth Orchestra to open tour in Bratislava
The Slovak capital will host the European tour-opening concert by the European Union Youth Orchestra (EUYO) which celebrates its 40th anniversary this year.
- Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky Photo
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- News digest: Fico’s bloc wants to save money by restricting electoral access
- Slovakia loses another EV model to Spain as Stellantis chooses Zaragoza over Trnava
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- Slovakia plans to restrict access to new medicines amid funding shortfall
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- Convicted of multiple murders, Slovakia’s mafia boss seeks release from prison
- Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
- No more photos or bank statements? Slovakia moves to ease residence process
- 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
- News digest: Fico’s bloc wants to save money by restricting electoral access
- The disinformation scene has become a tool of media capture
- 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
- 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
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