The unique lake near the town of Nováky, western Slovakia.

Coal mining left a giant hole in Slovakia. Nature turned it into a fisherman’s dream

Several similar water bodies have emerged in the Nováky area.

24. mar
The Funus inn near Horský Park.

Legendary Bratislava establishment for sale

Funus has a history dating back roughly 200 years.

24. mar
Barbora Balunová, L/R/P advokáti, s.r.o.

New cybersecurity requirements impact energy sector

Cyber threats in Slovakia and other European Union countries have been on the rise in recent years and are becoming increasingly sophisticated.

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24. mar
The new Investment Minister Samuel Migaľ arrives at his first cabinet meeting on March 21, 2025.

Last Week: Fico regains his strength. Or does he? 

A closer look reveals the dark side of Fico’s deal with the rebels.

23. mar
The urgent care department building of the National Institute of Children’s Diseases in Bratislava

Out-of-hours medical help in Bratislava: a quick guide

Where to go when your GP is unavailable and the problem cannot wait until morning.

Katarína Jakubjaková 23. mar
Four teenagers await the court’s verdict.

Teenagers sentenced after brutal assault leaves man without legs

Five youths from eastern Slovakia receive suspended sentences for attacking and sexually assaulting a homeless man.

23. mar

News digest: Slovakia confirms foot-and-mouth disease, begins culling livestock

Rural areas of Slovakia experience 'transport poverty', taboo literature uncovered in 20th century Bratislava, and Slovakia Is Europe protests sweep Slovakia again.

21. mar
A bus stop in Kúty.

Slovakia is experiencing 'transport poverty' – and it's a growing issue, says institute

Some Slovaks who don’t have a car must walk kilometres to reach a bus stop.

21. mar
The European Union recognises some insects as a sustainable and innovative food source.

Slovak bakers reject the idea of using insect-based ingredients in their products

All food products containing this novel food must be properly labelled to inform consumers of the presence of insects.

21. mar
A female nude from the mid-19th century.

A century ago, a secret porn publisher operated in Bratislava

Pornography has existed for centuries. Once used to convey political messages, it slid into consumerism as early as the time of Ľudovít Štúr.

Peter Getting 21. mar
Slovak photographer Filip Hrebenda wows Dubai and wins photography Oscar.

Young Slovak photographer wins admiration, patrons among wealthy Arabs

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

21. mar
Illustrative image.

Weekend: Theatre and chamber music lovers rejoice!

Here's what to do during the weekend of March 21-23.

21. mar
Tokyo Paralympics: Boccia is one of the two Paralympic sports that has no Olympic equivalent.

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Basketball, queers, and contemporary flair – all coming your way in the coming days.

21. mar
Eva Staroňová hosts the Glass Button Awards & Slovak Fashion Night at NY Fashion Week.

She’s got the look – and the vision

Eva Staroňová built a career in modelling but found her true calling in cultural diplomacy—now she is on a mission to showcase Slovakia to the world.

21. mar
European Union leaders attend a round table meeting at an EU summit in Brussels, Thursday, March 20, 2025.

News digest: Fico brought his veto to Brussels—then found nothing to block

While a fire claims young lives, poverty tightens its grip in Slovakia.

20. mar
The GreenWay company is a key player in Poland and has recently entered Croatia.

Slovakia’s EV charging leader attracts major global investor

GreenWay lands €50 million investment from French fund Mirova.

20. mar
Across Slovakia, the underground trade in homemade cakes and pastries is thriving.

Sweet but illegal: Home bakers are sidestepping the law

Homemade cakes may taste like tradition, but an unregulated baking boom is estimated to cost the state millions in lost taxes.

20. mar
Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár delivering a speech at the "Slovak Republic and Slovaks Abroad 2024" conference at the Foreign Ministry in Bratislava on October 24, 2024.

Slovakia slammed in secret UN letter over human rights rollback

Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár has downplayed the significance of the letter.

20. mar
Slovakia's unemployment rate

Slovakia’s labour market is thriving. But its workers are stuck.

As agriculture and industry decline, services are driving job growth.

20. mar
The Old Town Hall venue in Bratislava's centre.

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

Discover more about Austria during a special event or enjoy choirs from around the world on the Bratislava Spring Festival.

20. mar
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