The lookout tower at Javorina, near Levoča, pictured while under construction.

New lookout tower above Levoča should open in the spring

The only hitch? It's not quite finished yet.

9. apr 2023
The premises of the Slovak Academy of Sciences in Bratislava where the Polymer Institute is located.

Slovak research institute popular with students from Asia and Africa

A Slovak Academy of Sciences institute has been involved in diabetes and cancer treatment research.

8. apr 2023
A miner walks to work in the Upper Nitra region.

Brown coal region halts mining, but funds for transformation are delayed

The first projects should have been launched last year.

7. apr 2023
Ex-special prosecutor Dušan Kováčik (in grey shirt) with his lawyers on May 19, 2022.

Convicted former special prosecutor’s legal team sends ‘objective’ letter to Brussels

Over almost 70 pages, they seek to discredit police methods and evidence in high-profile cases.

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Traditional Slovak "oblievačka" - men bathe women in water for good health and beauty.

Weekend: Filipina YouTuber describes Slovak Easter

Classical music, traditions and insight into a painter's memory.

7. apr 2023
The recently discovered St. Ulrich Church in Trnava.

Archaeologists unearth unique Renaissance parking space and funeral church

The discoveries have been described as “small miracles” from Trnava.

7. apr 2023
Smer leader Robert Fico, as portrayed on February 16, 2023.

News digest: Fico's Smer keeps climbing popularity ladder

See what you can do in Bratislava at Easter, don't forget about closed shops during the holidays. Also, snow and ground ice weather warnings remain in place until Friday morning.

6. apr 2023
The site in Bratislava where a new LNG terminal could be built.
6. apr 2023
MP Robert Fico (right), as pictured on February 16, 2023.

Smer reaches unshakeable position in the latest poll

Its rival, Hlas, seems to be sinking.

6. apr 2023
A popular Easter decoration is made by gluing straw onto coloured eggs

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for the top 10 events in the capital between April 6 and April 16, plus regular services in different languages, training, temporary exhibitions, classical music and highlights of the year.

6. apr 2023
Pajštún Castle

3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days

Searching what to do for free in the capital? Visit a comedy open mic or go on a trip in Little Carpathians.

6. apr 2023
The derailed SuperCity Pendolino train in Žilina.

State of Slovak railroads 'woeful', says Czech carrier

Slovak railway company admits shortcomings.

6. apr 2023

News digest: With shops closed for Easter, plan your shopping accordingly

Where the Ukrainian offensive begins, changes to Bratislava public transport during holiday. Learn more in today's digest.

5. apr 2023

Iconic white tiger put down at Bratislava Zoo

Animal had been sick for some time.

5. apr 2023
During the Easter Holiday, shops will be closed with the exception of Saturday.
5. apr 2023
The English-theatre's latest play is titled Masterclass with Shakespeare.

Bridging Bratislava’s theatre gap for foreigners

Bridgin’Drama performances draw Slovaks and foreigners alike.

5. apr 2023
The Zuzana howitzer.

The Ukrainian offensive begins at Považie in Slovakia

Plant in Dubnica is one of the last capable of producing Russian 152 mm projectiles.

5. apr 2023
A ferryboat on the Váh river.

River commute replaces closed footbridge between two Slovak towns

The Strečno footbridge will remain closed for nine months due to repair works.

5. apr 2023
Former interior minister Robert Kaliňák on January 26, 2023.

News digest: Bribery charge against Kaliňák dismissed

Slovak KHL players will not join the national team for the world championships, the best Slovak words according to Tom Nicholson, and frost warnings in place.

4. apr 2023
Interior Minister Roman Mikulec.

Interior minister without security clearance accessed secret NATO documents, Slovakia’s security authority finds

Interior Minister Roman Mikulec says that he does not need any special certificate to access classified EU and NATO information.

4. apr 2023
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