British artist Alxndr London plays Banská Bystrica on December 9, 2018.
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Foreigners: TOP 10 December events in Slovakia

Enjoy a bit of culture around Slovak regions during the festive season, including stand-up comedy in English, music jamming, and a film about the coldest place in the world.

30. nov 2018
Protest for academic freedom in Hungary.

CEU alumni: Orbán interferes with academic freedom

Slovak CEU alumni and other academics criticise the Hungarian government for "unprecedented attempts to limit academic freedom".

30. nov 2018
Miroslav Lajčák

PM hopes to talk Lajčák out of resignation

Pellegrini insists Slovakia will stay on the euro-atlantic track.

30. nov 2018
Miroslav Lajčák

Lajčák’s resignation raises concerns about Slovakia’s future political orientation

Many politicians were surprised by the announcement that Foreign Affairs Minister Miroslav Lajčák will step down. However, some ask why he did not leave earlier.

30. nov 2018
Sandra Stasselova

Blog: Civic ownership is a good thing, says NGO founder

Time abroad taught Slovak Sandra Stasselova that change is more than an opportunity - it's a responsibility.

30. nov 2018
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Orange the World: Women do not talk because we do not listen to them

Violence against women is often trivialised and excused in Slovakia.

30. nov 2018
30. nov 2018
Paulína Fialková

Sisters Paulína and Ivona Fialková will, after all, represent Slovakia at the Biathlon World Cup

The sisters signed a new contract, which was modified in its detail.

30. nov 2018
Peter Hraško
30. nov 2018
Božka

Goat visits the Presidential Palace

Božka the goat is the face of a Christmas campaign.

30. nov 2018

Diplomat Lajčák was respected abroad and among the opposition

The ruling Smer party used to utilise the good reputation of its foreign affairs minister in election campaigns.

Lucia Krbatová 30. nov 2018
Miroslav Lajčák

Lajčák resigns as foreign affairs minister

His decision came after parliament rejected the UN migration compact.

29. nov 2018
Beckov Castle.

Do you see a white elephant? Welcome to Beckov!

An exotic animal as a symbol of a Slovak village might simply be – a mistake.

29. nov 2018
Economy Minister Peter Žiga

Another cuts of red tape should save businesses about €70 million

First measures should be introduced by the end of 2019.

29. nov 2018
Activists were protesting against coal mining.
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Greenpeace activists protest coal mining

The mining company responds with a criminal complaint.

29. nov 2018
Slovenský Plynárenský Priemysel company

State changes the law to protect its gas utility

But the draft law might be problematic in relation to the constitution.

29. nov 2018
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Slovakia among safest EU countries

The safest EU country is Croatia, based on Eurostat statistics.

29. nov 2018

Spinning machines will be replaced by office desks

Former industrial building Pradiareň is turning into unusual offices.

29. nov 2018
Peter Breiner
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Breiner rewrote the Beatles and became world-famous

His first attempt, 30 years ago, was successful. Now, he wants to ring the bell again.

Jana Alexová 29. nov 2018
Dominik Bari and his colleges in front of inscription "Oymyakon, Pole of Cold"
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Slovak filmed an Oscar-qualified documentary about the coldest populated place in the world

The film is winning awards at film festivals around the world.

29. nov 2018
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