A brand new R&D centre Schaeffler in Kysucké Nové Mesto.

Schaeffler powers Slovakia’s tech future with R&D centre for e-mobility innovation

The Slovak arm of Germany’s Schaeffler is investing in R&D as well as production.

9. sep 2024
Former Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová.

Zuzana Čaputová: Without truth and justice, reconciliation is nothing more than an illusion

Slovakia’s former president discusses what she will be focusing on in the coming months and whether she foresees her future role in Slovakia.

9. sep 2024
Fond memories of the Bazaar 2023: Smiles from the British table.

Charity Christmas Bazaar throwback: A glimpse into the bazaar history success

Alica Mozolíková of the International Women’s Club of Bratislava shares her memories on the 2019 event.

Eva Staronova 7. sep 2024
The Senec synagogue after reconstruction.

News digest: With four reopenings, Bratislava Region pledges to 'restart culture'

What determines German-speaking tourists' satisfaction, cooking halušky on Mont Blanc, and two more days of high heat.

6. sep 2024
Slovakia has recorded five heat waves this summer, the longest lasting for 20 days.

Climatologist: Slovakia's summer has been a record-breaker, and not in a good way

It was extremely above average everywhere in Slovakia in terms of temperature, said Milan Lapin, a respected climatologist.

6. sep 2024
Jozef Ráž, lead singer with the band Elán.

Ageing rocker collided with cyclist, then drove off. Nothing to see here, police decide.

Investigators have shelved the case without even speaking to the main witness.

6. sep 2024
Ján Prílepol, Mayor of Dolný Kubín.
6. sep 2024
St James’ Church in Levoča, which has the tallest Gothic wooden wing altar in the world, is one of the attractions that draws German tourists to Slovakia.

Slovakia attracts Germans in droves—a direct air route could bring even more

More, and better, promotion is also needed, say experts.

6. sep 2024
Illustrative image.

Weekend: It it the time of fairs and grape harvest festivities again

Don't miss a night run, and look up in Košice. Here's what to do during the weekend of September 6-8.

6. sep 2024
Bryndzové halušky (illustrative photo)
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6. sep 2024
The initiative Otvorená kultúra! and representatives of the cultural community hold a press conference in front of the Propeller building in Bratislava, where they introduced a nationwide coordinated action of the cultural sector called the "Cultural Strike!" on September 5, 2024.

News digest: Cultural rebellion against the minister underway

Slovak snack giant makes headlines, what’s worrying people in Slovakia, and how to have fun in Bratislava.

5. sep 2024
A memorial plaque is unveiled in Banská Bystrica for British and American heroes of the Slovak National Uprising on September 5, 2024.

Banská Bystrica marks contribution of UK, US special forces to SNP

Unveiling a new commemorative plaque, the city's mayor and visiting ambassadors stressed past generations' sacrifice for freedom.

5. sep 2024
Slovak food group I.D.C. Holding has announced its sale to Ireland’s Valeo Foods Group.

Slovak snack giant sells to Ireland’s Valeo Foods

I.D.C. Holding produces legendary wafers such as Kávenky and Horalka.

5. sep 2024
Martina Šimkovičová in Banská Bystrica, central Slovakia, during the Slovak National Uprising celebrations on August 29, 2024.
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Why does the culture minister not like the film ‘Granny’s Sexual Life’?

The animated documentary won an award at a Bratislava festival dedicated to children and youth.

5. sep 2024
The Fico shooting occurred on May 15 following a government meeting in the former mining town of Handlová, situated two hours’ drive away from Bratislava.

Months later, Slovakia still awaits answers in PM Fico assassination attempt case

The case is under embargo, but a published ruling by the judge offers a few new details.

5. sep 2024
Bratislava Castle, pictured in December 2023.

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

Some great festivals and Ladies Ensemble concert to attend.

5. sep 2024

Slovak Matters: learning with less trstenica and more internet

What a teacher will find in a Slovak classroom.

5. sep 2024

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for events between September 7 and 13.

5. sep 2024
The primary school in Bernolákovo near Bratislava.

News digest: More bomb threats hit schools, Interior Minister proposes measures

Very warm night ahead, festivities for wine lovers, where to get quality clothes for good price.

4. sep 2024
Bratislava's old Zimný prístav port.

Bratislava port modernisation planned, Fico hopes EU money for Ukraine to help

Slovak ports on Danube can be used in post-war reconstruction of Ukraine.

4. sep 2024
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