Nela Lopušanová.
17. jan
Illustrative image.

Weekend: Slovakia welcomes biathlon’s best

Don't miss ice sculptors in the High Tatras. Here's what to do during the weekend of January 17-19.

17. jan
Evaluating food and drinks at Great Taste.

Slovakia shines at “gastronomic Oscars”

Local producers bag 81 Great Taste stars in 2024.

17. jan
A police officer patrols the road leading to the grammar school building (third from the right, orange in colour) following a knife attack in the town of Spišská Stará Ves on January 16, 2025.

News digest: School stabbing shakes quiet border town

PM Fico avoids Kyiv, e-shops set records, and Slovak phrases explore guilt.

16. jan
Rudolf Vaský

Daňo and Vaský, controversial YouTubers, face 24 offences

Accused of targeting 33 public figures with threats and slander, the infamous duo could face up to three years in prison.

16. jan
The exhibition by Vlasta Žáková titled "The Death of a Porcelain Doll"

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for events between January 18 and January 24.

16. jan
In 2024, Kia Slovakia produced 351,270 cars, the highest number of vehicles produced in the plant's history since production began in 2006. It is also a 0.3 percent increase in production compared to 2023.

Results of automotive sector still resonate. This may change in following years   

Car production in 2024 decreased, but only due to preparation for production of new models.

16. jan
Knife attack at a grammar school in Spišská Stará Ves, eastern Slovakia, on January 16, 2025.

Knife attack at Slovak school leaves two dead, one in critical condition

The attacker is reported to be an 18-year-old student.

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Volunteer for the New Year's Mulching Event in Janko Kráľ Park.

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

Join other volunteers in mulching of bushes or visit an exhibition of Czech photographer.

16. jan
Illustrative image.

News digest: How much for kidney, aliens in Slovakia and other bizarre phrases Slovaks searched for

Biathlon races are back in Slovakia, the promises and reality of road construction in Slovakia, and five ice-hockey players that are making waves.

15. jan
Extreme ironing is popular abroad.

Ironing on top of popular peak attracts Slovaks, foreigners alike

Young man wants to break the record next time.

Nikola Capeková 15. jan
Marko Daňo sitting on the board and celebrating a goal, Marián Studenič to the right, next to him Róbert Lantoši. Marián Studenič currently plays for Färjestad Bollklubb in Sweden and is among the best players in the league.
15. jan
Anna Netrebko.
15. jan

Honey on the tongue, poison in the heart

Hopefully powerful politicians learn that the handle will eventually fall off the water jug.

Eric Smillie 15. jan
The construction of the Prešov bypass in October 2024.

Highway construction in Slovakia in 2025: promises and reality

Five major tenders for highways announced last year.

15. jan
MPs Branislav Gröhling (SaS), Michal Šimečka (Progressive Slovakia), Milan Majerský (KDH), and Michal Šipoš (Slovakia) during a press conference of opposition parties following an attempt to open a parliamentary session in Bratislava on January 14, 2025.

News digest: A budet bordel!

Should you shake hands with someone you disagree with? This simple gesture has sparked a nationwide debate in Slovakia.

14. jan
Student Simon Omaník refuses to shake hands with President Peter Pellegrini.

Teenager refuses to shake Slovak president’s hand during ceremony

Simon Omaník’s act of protest has drawn both praise and criticism.

14. jan
MFA Juraj Blanár and the controversial authors of the Matej Bel collection.

Critics question Foreign Ministry’s support for book on Matej Bel

A ministry-funded project celebrating the 18th-century scholar draws criticism for its ideological underpinnings.

14. jan
Gustáv Murín.

Unrest at Slovak Literary Centre as controversial writer takes over

Writers fear divisions under new director linked to conspiracy platforms.

14. jan
Trstená

Upper Orava mayors have big plans to boost tourism—Don’t forget your bike

If you’re a fan of horses and ceramics, you’re in for a delightful experience.

14. jan
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