12. sep 2023
Five houses were named after the varieties of wine.

New attraction in eastern Slovakia: Treetop houses connected with rope bridges

The houses are built on four-metre-high steel columns and connected by rope bridges. They also have a central terrace.

12. sep 2023
Illegal migrants in the Veľký Krtíš district, southern Slovakia.

News digest: Election campaign back to proven 'enemies', disregards important things

A hiking trip to a place where three countries meet, a BBC podcast on how Slovakia is divided, and the photo of the first Slovak F-16 fighter jet.

11. sep 2023
The boat Roháče lies in ruin after many years in disarray.

Once popular bar in boat left to ruin, owner does not care

Boat is the first thing seen by visitors to Námestovo, northern Slovakia.

11. sep 2023
A worker at the Kia Slovakia car plant in Žilina on June 30, 2023.

Slovakia’s public finances in high-risk zone, fixing public finances not an election theme

Budgetary expenditures grow significantly faster than revenues.

11. sep 2023
A yellow-marked trail that leads from Hrčava, Czechia, to the triple point (Trojmedzie/Trojmedzí/Trójstyk).
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Near the highest motorway bridge in central Europe, taste delicious cheese and look for a boundary stone in a ditch

Explore a place with three different names – Trojmedzie, Trojmezí, Trójstyk – where three nations regularly meet.

11. sep 2023
Migrants near Veľký Krtíš.

Migrants for Fico, “LGBTI” for Christian Democrats. The campaign is on

With three weeks left, Slovakia is being re-acquainted with some unseemly tactics that have worked for politicians in the past.

11. sep 2023
The German chemical concern Evonik is building a new plant in Slovenská Ľupča.

The link between German manufacturing sector sneezing and Slovakia getting cold

When the German economy struggles, Slovakia feels the pain.

11. sep 2023
This advertisement for Majkov s.r.o. (a scrap metal dealer), displayed on Mierova Street in Bratislava, is among those nominated for the anti-award.

Slovakia is challenging sexist ads with an anti-award

Campaigner say many advertisers seem unaware that ads based on the myth that "sex sells" are ineffective.

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The Modra wine festival programme combines tradition with modern elements – all accompanied by excellent burčiak (fermented grape juice) and wine.

News digest: In a jam-packed week for Bratislava, choose from 10 stand-out events

Kia's 30-year milestone, Ronaldo plays in Slovakia, and autumn festivals.

8. sep 2023
The anniversary edition of Kia's Sportage model, which is being produced in Teplička nad Váhom, Slovakia.

Kia Slovakia helps celebrate 30 years of Sportage production

Kia is launching a special edition of the iconic model, showcasing Slovakia's pivotal role in its global success.

8. sep 2023
Foreigners' Police HQ in Bratislava.

Foreigner's police in limited mode from Monday

Police cites increase in illegal migration in southern Slovakia as the reason.

8. sep 2023
Harvesting festivities in the town of Modra near Bratislava.

Weekend: Let the season of festivities and fairs begin

Autumn is the time to celebrate the grape harvest. Festivals for running...or a public transport for those not keen on running. Here's what to do during the weekend September 8-10.

8. sep 2023
Such parking will be prohibited as of October 1.
8. sep 2023
Smer leader Robert Fico, as portrayed on February 16, 2023.

News digest: Foreign media notice Fico's popularity and inclination towards Russia

Theatre visual campaign spurs hate, ancient treasures near Bratislava, and tips on what to do during the weekend.

7. sep 2023
A protest against the new visual campaign of the P. O. Hviezdoslav Theatre was held on Wednesday. Several people showed to counterprotest as well. The person holds a sign that reads "Let's be tolerant towards each other. Stop attacking."
7. sep 2023
Smer leader Robert Fico.
7. sep 2023
The building of the General Prosecutor's Office.

The reason for that big hole at the top of the General Prosecutor's Office

A date with the city is a series of thematic walks through the capital with guides.

Katarína Jakubjaková 7. sep 2023
Daniel Raiskin and the Slovak Philharmonic Orchestra.

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

Are you looking for free activities in the city? Get a taste of the Slovak Philharmonic or a trip to the mediaeval castle.

7. sep 2023
Billboards in Bratislava ahead of the September 2023 early election.
7. sep 2023
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