Finance Minister Ladislav Kamenický (Smer) speaks about the consolidation of public finances during a press conference on 4 December 2023 in Bratislava.

Slovakia’s public finances remain in deep trouble

The government’s costly subsidies and giveaways pushed the deficit to nearly 5.3 percent of GDP in 2024.

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A destroyed Ukrainian ambulance is now on display in Bratislava.

Ambulance hit by Russian drone goes on display in centre of Bratislava

Oksana is now a sobering exhibit outside Bratislava’s Old Market Hall.

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Manínska Gorge

Why this gorge deserves a spot on your bucket list

Hikers, cyclists and climbers flock to Manínska Gorge, a natural wonder carved by both nature and man.

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A still from The Sun in a Net (Slnko v sieti) film.
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The British Film Institute shines a light on Slovak cinema’s boldest chapter

Ten films that illuminate the Slovak nation’s quiet rebellion.

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Europe Day in Bratislava's Old Town Market Hall, 2022.

Bratislava’s embassy-backed events you don’t want to miss

Think embassies are boring? Think again. They are behind some of the capital’s coolest gigs, fests and food pop-ups.

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A mobile water tanker
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Timotej Malovec.

Slovakia's latest basketball star is destined for great things in the USA

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia for your Good Friday.

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News digest: Finns air unseen video of Fico shooting, PM’s bloody jacket driven away by minister

Slovaks are eating fewer eggs, film awards handed out, and police detain a man after a sword attack threat in Bratislava.

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Pajštún Castle

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

Soak up choral music, unwind to Brazilian jazz, or stretch your legs on a hike.

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František Mozner

He has been disciplined for delays. Now he will lead Slovakia’s top court

František Mozner will succeed Ján Šikuta as president of the Supreme Court.

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The Upfan's team

Slovak startup Upfan declares war on fake tickets

After being duped by fake tickets, Andrej Nagy created Upfan – a platform that could revolutionise event access.

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MEP Judita Laššáková and a slide from her presentation: “If we want to leave, we must first understand how the European Union works, so that we can then negotiate what happens upon exit.”

Smer MEP tells Slovaks to learn the EU’s rules – so they can break free from Brussels

Judita Laššáková tells stunned students and townsfolk how the country could one day walk away from the EU – despite government denials.

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Shared services centre launched in Fiľakovo

Too small to cope alone, Slovak villages are teaming up

Shared services centres are helping rural mayors pool resources, cut costs and finally hire the experts they need.

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Medieval market at Bratislava Castle

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Search for Ľudovít at Devín Castle, feel the spirit of Spain at Slovak Philharmonic or travel in time at the centre of Bratislava.

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Volkswagen Slovakia

Hundreds of people ousted from Bratislava’s Volkswagen

The current turmoil has nothing to do with US tariffs, but one brand is in trouble.

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Illustrative image.

Weekend: What to make of Easter in Slovakia

Here's what to do during the long weekend of April 18-21.

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Honeywell Safety Products Slovakia

US giant pulls plug on Slovak factory, axing 137 jobs

Honeywell cites ‘high labour costs’ as it shutters Slovak plant that once employed 500 workers.

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The parliament, illustrative stock photo

News digest: House passes what activists and civic organisations call Russian law

Tempestuous times ahead of Slovak weather agency, Slovak singer at Eurovision not representing Slovakia, and tip on where to spend Easter.

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A cockroach in the hospital at the Kramáre locality, Bratislava.

Cockroaches and crumbling toilets greet seven-year-old battling serious virus

Mum says staff work miracles – but asks if ministers would let their families stay there.

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Daniel Bombic

Extremist with ties to Slovak ruling party arrested outside parliament

Daniel Bombic has defied a court order and continued to attack public figures online.

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