Slovakia's new traffic light system for foreign travel will come into effect next week.

Rules for travelling to change ahead of the summer season

The cabinet approved the traffic light system for travelling that will divide the countries into tiers.

26. may 2021
Demänovská Cave in Liptovský Mikuláš

Caves in Slovakia reopen to visitors

People still need to stick to hygienic measures.

26. may 2021

Respirators also recommended for public transport in districts with better situation

Hygienists consider respirators a better option, especially if vehicles are used by people from districts in a worse Covid situation.

26. may 2021

Direct flights will connect Bratislava and the Canary Islands

The flights expected to be launched in late June.

26. may 2021
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26. may 2021

News digest: New rules for AstraZeneca, Sputnik V decision expected tomorrow

Minister Mičovský steps down after his nominee ended up in custody. Austria to suspend the landing of planes from the UK.

25. may 2021
Sputnik V

Vaccinate with Sputnik V or not? Slovakia's decision expected on Wedneday

Time is running out, the expiration of vaccines stored in Slovakia is approaching.

25. may 2021

AstraZeneca will only be given to people of age 60+

People of all ages waiting for their second dose will receive their AstraZeneca jab as planned.

25. may 2021
Lomnický Štít peak

Europe, along with the Tatras, had its hottest year

2020 was among the five hottest in Slovakia's recorded history.

25. may 2021

Žilina wants to become the European Capital of Culture

Žilina is partnering up with the Polish city Bielsko-Biała and the Czech city Frýdek-Místek.

25. may 2021
Peter Pellegrini

Opposition showed text messages that allegedly proved interference in investigation

Police said that the text messages are older than former PM Peter Pellegrini claimed.

25. may 2021
Ján Mičovský (OĽaNO)

Agriculture minister resigns

He wants to officially step down on May 31.

25. may 2021
Košice Golden Treasure

One of the European artistic gems found in the historic heart of Košice

In the cellar of the financial directorate’s building workers found a bundle of gold coins.

25. may 2021

News digest: Harsh words spoken in Slovakia in response to Belarus

Slovakia’s representatives and journalists have responded to the recent developments in Belarus. Vaccinated people can ask for new vaccination certificates.

24. may 2021
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Supply shortage have no effect on carmakers’ economic results

Several car producers have had to suspend their production in recent weeks.

24. may 2021
Igor Matovič

Smer chair accuses the coalition of having "a system of snitches"

Igor Matovič has admitted to meeting with one of the former police officers talking about corruption practices, but not after the election.

24. may 2021
Health Minister Vladimir Lengvarsky

Vaccine first, then vitamin sea. How to ensure a milder third wave

Summer travel should have been the main incentive, but Covid-pass problems reveal how yet anothear area was neglected.

24. may 2021
The Ryanair airplane was forced to land in Minsk.

Slovak journalists: We stand by our Belarusian colleagues

Slovak newsrooms call on state and EU representatives to protect their colleagues in Belarus.

24. may 2021
Vlkolínec
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Known and Unknown: Čutkovská dolina valley and Vlkolínec

Discover the beauties hidden in the Veľká Fatra mountain range.

Gabriela Psotková and 1 more 24. may 2021
Belarus police detained journalist Raman Pratasevich (centre) in Minsk, Belarus, on May 23.

The unacceptable landing of a plane in Belarus requires a strong response

Slovak top representatives respond to the recent detention of Belarusian opposition journalist, while the ministry summoned Belarusian chargé d’affaires.

24. may 2021
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