A breathtaking view of the snow-draped Tatra Mountains as seen from the town of Trstená.

Trstená’s advantage? A stunning region that deserves your time

Explore the charm of Upper Orava’s key town, blending socialist architecture with a rich religious heritage.

14. jan
The operation of one of the most sought-after tourist attractions in the historic Horehronie region, central Slovakia, is at risk.
Marcela Ballová 14. jan
Slovak Deputy Speaker of parliament Andrej Danko (left) and Russian State Duma chair Vyacheslav Volodin.

News digest: Slovak MPs go to Russia, opposition talks giving 'bad signal'

NASA's Astronomy Picture of the Day again from Slovakia, where to get tips on best movies and series, and how a tram in Petržalka may affect apartment prices.

13. jan
Illustrative photo, bank notes.
13. jan
The bright dot to the right of the centre in the orange band is the Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS).

Today's Astronomy Picture of the Day taken in Slovakia again

Survival of the comet on its path around the Sun questionable.

13. jan
Work on the tram extension in Petržalka.
Katarína Jakubjaková 13. jan
Robert Fico speaks during a press conference at the Slovak Representation in Brussels on Jan. 9, 2025.

Last Week: Slovakia has suffered a major attack on its critical infrastructure 

Fico is trying to turn attention to gas supplies just as the state is struggling to cope with a devastating cyberattack on the land registry.

13. jan
Tank ride

Seven wild things you can do in Bratislava!

Jump in an armoured personnel carrier or enter a rage room – and find out.

11. jan
In the image, on the left in the foreground, is the Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok (HLAS), speaking during a press conference after the 178th extraordinary meeting of the Security Council at the Government Office of the Slovak Republic on Friday, January 10, 2025, in Bratislava.

News digest: Fico blames Ukraine for cyberattack on land registry, president calls for government action

More SNG staff resign in protest, the PM finally reports to MPs on his trip to Moscow, and doctors says the 'new' HMPV is not a pandemic threat.

10. jan
Basic hygiene and preventive measures remain key to reducing spread of the HMPV virus.

No need to panic: The 'new' HMPV virus is not new and is not a pandemic threat, doctors say

The virus has been reported in Slovakia, but experts say it is seasonal, familiar, and not a cause for alarm.

10. jan
Slovnaft still relies on Russian oil.

Ukraine set to halt oil transit, Fico warns of 'gas crisis'

Russia uses oil and gas exports to finance its war against Ukraine.

10. jan
Siemens Healthineers Slovakia developed and now manufactures Europe’s only ultrasound device with an integrated AI function.

Slovak breakthroughs spotlight the country’s global potential

Slovaks are behind a range of unique, innovative products and technologies.

10. jan
A night heron, a protected bird species.

Weekend: Help scientists learn more about birds in Slovakia

Here's what to do during the weekend of January 10-12.

10. jan
The entry to the cave near Hrboltová.

A new highway in Liptov will have a unique feature: A hidden cave

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

10. jan
Denise St. Peter feeling festive with the visiting family members (second from the right)

Season’s reflection: holiday recollections from across the globe

The holiday season is a time of warmth, connection, and cherished traditions. Let us ponder the festive times.

Eva Staronova 10. jan
Bratislava Hot Serenaders

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for events between January 11 and January 18.

10. jan
The Land Registry office in Košice.

News digest: Quite possibly the worst cyber attack in history of Slovakia

Foreign museums cease cooperation with SNG, tips on three events for free, and PM warning that Slovakia might stop humanitarian aid to Ukraine.

9. jan
Trenčín Castle

Fancy spending a night at Trenčín Castle?

Selected structures to be repaired, and new exhibits added.

9. jan
The Slovak National Gallery building.
9. jan
Slavošovce in the Gemer region

King of Slovak fairy tales

The rural countryside preserved oral storytelling; the myths were collected and published for the first time by Pavol Dobšinský.

Branislav Chovan 9. jan
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