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Cabinet apologises for Jewish Code

The cabinet members also consider the declaration they adopted as a pledge to prevent the misuse of legislation for the dehumanisation of citizens.

9. sep 2021
Vladimír Makara has been producing hand-sewn shoes for tourists, climbers, foresters and hunters since 2004.

From California to New Zealand to the Himalayas, hand-sewn Poprad shoes are worn around the world

Vladimír Makara decided to preserve the tradition of shoemaking in Poprad.

Ela Rybárová 9. sep 2021
Svätý Jur

Local winemakers keep a centuries-old tradition alive

The town of Svätý Jur is surrounded by vast vineyards.

9. sep 2021
Tesco donates unsold food and organises food collections.

A helping hand to communities: Tesco gives food to the vulnerable and finances local projects

The retailer received the Via Bona award for a Responsible Large Corporation.

8. sep 2021
The Via Bona Slovakia awards, granted to companies for their responsible and fair business, were distributed in nine categories.

Companies tackled pandemic-related issues despite hard times

This is the 21st year of the Via Bona awards.

8. sep 2021
Ares produces several devices to help the disabled.

A company shows that disabled people and seniors can have fulfilling lives

Ares received the Via Bona award for Responsible Small/Middle-Sized Company.

Jana Hambálková 8. sep 2021

News digest: Slovakia struggles with third wave and coalition reshuffles

The smallest coalition party splits up. Health authority introduces several new measures. Booster shots will be administered from next Monday.

8. sep 2021
The Slovakia's pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai

Drop-shaped hydrogen car to represent Slovakia at the Expo in Dubai

Space rover, flight simulator and two hydrogen vehicles will be the highlights of Slovakia’s pavilion.

8. sep 2021
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Covid booster shot will be available in Slovakia from Monday

Measuring of immune response absent from Slovakia's strategy, expert said.

8. sep 2021
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Slovakia has one of the quickest caseload increases in the world

Most districts will follow stricter pandemic measures from next Monday.

8. sep 2021
8. sep 2021
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Self-isolation will be shorter

The new rules come into force next Monday.

8. sep 2021
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Public transport in the capital will be limited during papal visit

The public transport operator recommends using trams when travelling.

8. sep 2021
Wine, illustrative stock photo.

Slovakia has the most expensive alcohol in the Visegrad region

Prices are 20 percent higher than in Hungary.

8. sep 2021
Tourists in Slovenský Raj
8. sep 2021

The smallest coalition party crumbles

The group around Justice Minister Mária Kolíková has left Za Ľudí.

8. sep 2021

Who was really impacted by Covid?

Covid has only further exposed the divide between Europe’s north and west and its south and east.

7. sep 2021

News digest: Thousands want to see the pope, though he is too liberal for some

General prosecutor fails to explain his actions to MPs. Some universities to start new year with online education.

7. sep 2021
Ladislav Bašternák

Tax fraudster Bašternák pleads guilty in another crime

He is currently serving a five-year prison sentence. The court did not increase his punishment.

7. sep 2021
Maroš Žilinka

Top prosecutor alleges that editors-in-chief violated Press Code

MPs wanted to ask General Prosecutor Maroš Žilinka about letting selected journalists attend a press conference, but he did not come.

7. sep 2021
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