Archive of articles - February 2025
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News digest: Pellegrini tops trust poll, but many remain skeptical
A young Slovak becomes an airline pilot, Košice removes Kuciak memorial, and the Kyiv-Bratislava train speeds up.
Lost and found: Long-ignored Levoča marble bust was made by Donatello, say experts
The 15th-century bust of a noblewoman has been identified as the work of the leading Renaissance sculptor.
Jewish graves in Humenné defaced with Nazi swastikas
Police have launched an investigation after anti-Semitic symbols were spray-painted onto gravestones at one of Slovakia’s oldest Jewish cemeteries.
Young Slovak cycling talent joins elite Dutch team
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Weekend: Masks on! Time to celebrate Fašiangy
Here's what to do during the weekend of February 28-March 2.
Chudík: The transaction tax represents a multi-million euro burden for our members
Representative of sector that employs tens of thousands warns news taxes may deter investment.
Lacinka: “The best pancakes in Bratislava”
This eatery may be tiny, but with 50 sweet and savoury options on the menu, its pancakes pack a punch.
Smoke a joint? Wear the wrong clothes? That could get you beaten up in 2000s Bratislava
Slovaks recount being hunted through the streets of Bratislava.
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Tips for events between March 1 and March 7.
News digest: Fico takes on Slovakia’s “biggest problem” – or so he says
A taxi driver attacked by three women and a man with a shovel – plus a message from the Lutheran Church to politicians.
Slovak coach leading Orbán’s football fortress to historic success
The Hungarian prime minister’s manufactured club is shaking up Hungarian football’s hierarchy, but respect is hard to come by.
Dúbravka stays at Newcastle until 2026 – but will he ever start again?
After shining in Pope’s absence, the Slovak goalkeeper is back on the bench.
The Italian once investigated by a murdered journalist is back in Slovakia – and raising bulls
Antonino Vadala, who had ties to Smer politicians and reportedly spoke with Robert Fico, has returned after serving time for drug trafficking.
From first aid to firepower: the drones crowdfunded by Slovaks
Many of these drones carry more than just cameras - they are equipped with first-aid kits, grenades, and supplies to save wounded soldiers.
They arrived for work, study, and love – now they call Slovakia home
Three foreigners talk about life in the country.
She never thought a woman could be a pilot. Now she flies for Wizz Air.
As a child, Vierka Šidová decorated her bedroom with fighter jet stickers. Years later, she made her dream a reality.
3 free things to do in Bratislava over the next seven days
Eco-education for families with children or a concert of Iranian artist for International Women's Day.
Your job description is already outdated. Here’s why.
Our world of constant change requires a new approach to talent management.
Reclaiming your birthright
You may be eligible for an EU passport and not even know it.
9/11, a love story, and a thriving café: A Slovak entrepreneur’s journey in America
Lýdia Martinez Majdišová’s American dream was not without sacrifice.
- Číž spa water once even sent to USA
- Slovakia clings to its gas transit dream, even as pipelines burn
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- What abides: Giving a shit
- A paper that wasn’t supposed to last
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
- News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- Číž spa water once even sent to USA
- A diplomat who thrives on building bridges…and making things happen
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Flats in Bratislava are getting smaller, otherwise no one would buy them
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- What abides: Giving a shit
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- Trading McDonald’s for the front lines
- From Mexico to Slovakia – finding a new life Audio
- A paper that wasn’t supposed to last
- News digest: Bear suspected of killing man in central Slovakia
- Bratislava satellite town breaks records and keeps expanding
- News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
- We are partners, friends and Allies
- Slovak dad drops everything for son’s NHL debut — even a flight
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- The Slovak-American who wants the world to witness the quality of Slovak wines
- France and Slovakia: Believing, loving, and working together
- Then … Now
- Last Week: As disease spreads, Fico no longer insists on a “different opinion”
- Trading McDonald’s for the front lines
- Dialects: can west understand east?
- Slovakia clings to its gas transit dream, even as pipelines burn
- Volkswagen Slovakia posts strong 2024 results despite tariff threat
- Syrian about to finally finish hotel in Bratislava started 17 years ago
- Číž spa water once even sent to USA
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- What abides: Giving a shit
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