Carmakers are well off, but the situation may change given the lack of chips.

Economy takes new breath as second Covid wave recedes in Slovakia

But observers warn against shortage of chips in industry and looming third pandemic wave.

2. jun 2021

News digest: Slovakia needs to fix another problem with Covid data

Only 3,000 people have registered for Sputnik V so far. InoBat Auto launches works on R&D centre.

2. jun 2021
The map of districts from June 7, 2021.

Two districts will enjoy the most freedom since the lockdown

Some people have registered for the Sputnik V jab, but it is unclear what will happen to the doses that are not used.

2. jun 2021
Marián Boček, CEO of InoBat Auto, during the official launch of reconstruction works of the new facility.

Slovak car batteries to be produced in Voderady. First are expected within one year

EV battery developer and producer InoBat Auto has launched reconstruction of a former logistics and production hall into an EV battery R&D centre and pilot line.

2. jun 2021

A unique national emblem made of trees

A large depiction of the Slovak national emblem was created in Horovce village. The idea is 10 years old.

2. jun 2021
Illustrative stock photo

Slovakia's economy expected to grow mildly

The outlook is negative due to the partial closure of export capacities and positive due to the start-up of services, according to the Council for Budget Responsibility.

2. jun 2021
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Slovakia sent wrong data to a European agency

As a result, the country is still considered to be red. The problem should be corrected next Monday.

2. jun 2021
Veronika Remišová

Za Ľudí in deep crisis. Some chairmanship members left the meeting

Veronika Remišová not stepping down from her leading post for now, no national assembly in sight.

2. jun 2021
Labour Minister Milan Krajniak (Sme Rodina)

V4 ‘Family Declaration’ seen as vehicle for social conservative drive in EU

It looks like a benign, if rather anodyne, document expressing support for families. But the “Declaration Pro Familia” signed by Central European governments in May could be used to push an ultra-conservative agenda at the EU level.

2. jun 2021
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“Pandemic graduates” arrive to the labour market. How can they succeed?

Recruiters say their clients take into account more than just one year of school when choosing suitable job candidates.

2. jun 2021

News digest: First person to be jabbed with Sputnik V next week

Children will soon be able to receive the Pfizer vaccines. More flights from Bratislava airport to summer destinations.

1. jun 2021

Registration for Russian vaccine launched

The very first person expected to receive Sputnik V on June 7.

1. jun 2021

Summer season at Bratislava airport brings more regular flights

Seaside destinations create a big part of the offer.

1. jun 2021
Prague

New rules on borders: To Czechia and back for 24 hours without any restrictions

People do not have to register, have a test or isolate upon arrival.

1. jun 2021
Východná Slovak Dancers, a Canadian-Slovak folk ensemble, performs in Toronto in July 2019.

Glossary: The challenging preservation of Slovak folk music in North America

The Spectator College glossary relates to the Culture and Art topic.

1. jun 2021

State presents app for certificates, but it will be possible to travel without it

The state spent much more money to develop it than necessary, some experts claim.

1. jun 2021
Martin Čepček

Proposals to ban abortions return to parliament

The last time an amendment limiting access to abortion was discussed in parliament, it did not pass by one vote.

1. jun 2021
Slovak team

Slovakia makes it to hockey quarterfinals after eight years

The match between Russia and Sweden was decisive for Slovakia.

1. jun 2021

Hospital reform unveiled, ministry plans to cut down on acute beds

Slovakia has 1.4 billion euros to spend on its health care facilities, mostly from the EU Recovery Fund.

1. jun 2021

Too different? Some foreigners are more acceptable to Slovaks than others for marriage

Children often help improve mixed couples' relationship with their relatives.

1. jun 2021
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