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Ikea launch on-line shopping in Slovakia
Long-expected service now arrived.
Kysuce inhabitants block busy road in protest
The blockade caused traffic collapse.
Jaguar after the first few months of construction works
The works officially started in September 2016.
How the national emblem appeared – including so far secret communism designs
Even Slovaks often do not know why the national emblem depicts a white double-cross, and not the Kriváň peak, or the design by artist Vincent Hložník. They also do not know why it makes a difference whether it is worn on green background, or on designer clothes.
OLAF investigates medical symposium in Slovakia
The medical symposium taking place in the Orava region of Slovakia lured participants with skiing, folklore and plum brandy – financed largely from EU funds.
Bankrupt people can keep €10,000 for housing, cabinet approved
Every debtor who resorts to personal bankruptcy will be able to retain €10,000 for so-called housing expenses, according to an approved bill.
Poll: Smer on the decline, Most-Híd, SNS, SaS, KDH, on the rise
Smer is still the strongest party of the political spectre, but it has considerably declined in popularity, a Median poll shows, adding that apart from SNS, it is mostly opposition and non-parliamentary parties that have improved their standing.
Špaček is new government proxy for Gabčíkovo-Nagymaros dispute
As the incumbent government proxy for the international dispute concerning the Gabčíkovo-Nagymaros waterworks got another international position, he will be replaced by another Slovak.
Érsek made concession to Kažimír in Prešov bypass
After wrangling within the Slovak cabinet, the transport minister yielded to pressure from the finance minister and changed the project of the northern bypass of the city of Prešov; the state will not spend €900 million as it had originally planned.
Some food really is better in Austria, study finds
EC says its role is to monitor safety, not quality – but Slovaks want the same as Austrians, says minister.
Without passion for truth we will enter a dark era
Fake news opens the door to power for populists and fascists.
The Sme daily starts a hunt for hoaxes
It is no longer enough for journalists to just tell the story, fake news needs to be addressed.
Hoaxes ascend to mainstream politics
False claims frequently target minorities.
Foreigners: Events around Slovakia
Tips for performances and other events in the Slovak regions between February 17 and February 26, including a race on old wooden sleighs, an operetta premiere, a lot of jazz, classical and rock music, and more.
Dubačová and Žarnay leave OĽaNO-Nova caucus
The activist MPs think they have greater chance in regional elections as independents.
Disciplinary proceeding against Harabin will continue, he cannot be punished anymore
The motion of the chairperson of the Supreme Court (SC), Daniela Švecová, against SC judge Štefan Harabin will continue but her appeal was refused. Thus, the case returns to a first-instance disciplinary senate.
New investment to create 500 jobs
A producer of plastic components may become the third biggest employer in the region.
Group trafficking Slovak victims is dismantled
Police detained five people and seized extensive evidence during house searches.
Ryanair adds two new flights from Bratislava airport
In autumn 2017, new flights to Bologna and Thessaloniki will be added.
Economy boosted by demand
GDP grew slightly less than in 2015, mostly due to lower use of EU funds.
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