Kostya works as a carpenter. Marharyta believes she will continue her work as a psychologist someday.

Carpenter from Kharkiv: War cannot be grasped through TV

Kostiantyn Chepizhenko and his life partner had never heard of Košice before. However, they are satisfied in Slovakia.

Katarína Kozinková 8. jul 2024
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Insights into job seekers' motivations and preferences in Slovakia

Talent Solution's Survey Provides Valuable Insights for Employers on the Slovak Labour Market.

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8. jul 2024
Sad Janka Kráľa

Things to do in Bratislava’s popular green oases, from a chairlift ride to swimming naked

The Slovak capital boasts several lakes – and one of the first public parks in central Europe.

6. jul 2024
IWCB Spring Soiree fashion show 2024 and my besties from the club modeling the La Rena collection.
Eva Staronova 6. jul 2024
Daria Otreshko is a Ukrainian student living in Banská Bystrica, central Slovakia.

Being 21 in Slovakia means university. Being 21 in Ukraine means survival, says student

Daria Otreshko, a Ukrainian student based in Banská Bystrica, never turns off air-raid warnings intended for her hometown of Kremenchuk.

Katarína Kozinková 6. jul 2024
Michal Tallo

Australian literary magazine will publish a story by Slovak writer

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

5. jul 2024
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Labour law lawyers unveil some of their inspirational projects

Employment compass, diversity survey and parallel wage compensation are among the standout projects highlighted by the lawyers.

5. jul 2024
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Weekend: Come watch live chess with swordsmen

Embrace history, take up a hiking challenge. Here's what to do during the weekend of July 5-7.

5. jul 2024
Culture Minister Martina Šimkovičová.

News digest: Minister blames queer people for Europe’s decline, mocks Norwegian counterpart

Criticised criminal law reforms greenlighted, events in Bratislava, and a Ukrainian student shares his experience in Slovakia.

4. jul 2024
President of the Constitutional Court, Ivan Fiačan, during a press briefing on the decision of the Constitutional Court regarding the amendments to criminal laws on July 3, 2024 in Košice, eastern Slovakia.

Cheers from the coalition, tears from the opposition: Constitutional Court upholds criticised criminal law reforms

Constitutional Court gives green light to majority of suspended reforms, boosting coalition's political edge.

4. jul 2024
Power lines above the Veľký Draždiak lake make bathing at risk of visitors.

Electricity hazards persist at popular Bratislava lake

High voltage cables running over the lake may be finally relocated.

4. jul 2024
Cyclist Cyril Šťastný

Aggressive car drivers assault a cyclist in Bratislava

Unlike the Netherlands, the police classify such incidents as a misdemeanour unless a serious injury occurs.

4. jul 2024

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for events between July 5 and July 12.

4. jul 2024
Course of yoga, illustrative stock photo.

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

Start your week with morning yoga on Monday or listen to the talented Czech artist in garden on the weekend.

4. jul 2024
Vanessa O'Brien

Michigan-born explorer Vanessa O'Brien credits Slovak grandparents for shaping her journey

Vanessa O'Brien's journey from a challenging childhood to success.

4. jul 2024
Volkswagen Slovakia is one of teh biggest employers in Slovakia.

Rising pressure on employers spells a win for workers

Volvo and Zoomers will influence Slovakia's labour market, experts say.

4. jul 2024
Taras Tsohla in Paris during the Free Iran World Summit 2023.

Ukrainian student sees good in Slovaks despite widespread belief in Russian propaganda

Taras Tsohla does not regret coming to Slovakia to study, but he would like to see Slovak people be more open.

Katarína Kozinková 4. jul 2024
Vyšný Slavkov, 1920s

History Talks: The changing view on unchanging land

Castles rise, fall, and become no more than a bump in the ground.

4. jul 2024
The Main Railway Station in Bratislava has recently seen a facelift.

News digest: The quest for the new Bratislava main railway station

Map of Bratislava road repairs, locations around Košice that appeared in movies, and a tip for a recognised summer festival.

3. jul 2024
Diplomat Metod Špaček.

Foreign Ministry axes gay diplomat who worked for President Čaputová

Metod Špaček, an experienced public servant, was supposed to take up a post in the USA.

3. jul 2024
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