Work on the tram extension in Petržalka.

Bratislava’s Petržalka tram extension set to launch by end of May

The public transport network in Petržalka to be reorganised afterwards.

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Prievidza, the district town nestled in the storied Upper Nitra region, offers more than echoes of its industrial past.

This hidden trail in Prievidza ends with seriously stunning views

A family-friendly trail reveals sweeping views and fresh perspectives on one of Slovakia’s most overlooked towns.

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The Carpathia stewardesses. Júlia Červenková is second from left.
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Slovakia's Prime Minister Robert Fico, right, and Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán pose for photographers during a round table meeting at an EU Summit in Brussels on March 22, 2024.

Last Week: In Slovakia, disinformation channels are tools of media capture

Robert Fico and his government are living in a symbiosis with them. 

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Sky Park Offices

Office market trends: downsizing, hybrid work, and the rise of flexibility

Bratislava’s market adapts to post-pandemic reality.

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Assembly hall for the Volkswagen Touareg and Škoda Superb body shop in Bratislava in March 2024.

Slovakia misses out on key VW electric car investment

Volkswagen chooses Portugal over Bratislava for its cheapest EV, sparking concerns over Slovakia’s investment appeal.

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Slovan Bratislava players celebrated their fourth goal in Saturday’s Niké Liga championship group match against MŠK Žilina on 3 May 2025.

Slovan Bratislava crowned champions after dramatic comeback win over Žilina

A rollercoaster 4-3 victory confirmed their place at the top — but harder tests await in Europe.

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News digest: Slovakia nosedives in World Press Freedom Index

Slovak scientists unlock secrets of the past and present, Slovakia’s state budget deficit grew to €2.08 billion in April, and Smer MP Tibor Gašpar gives a 'heartfelt' tribute to Russia, in Russia – and in Russian.

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The town of Šurany, Nitra Region

Nothing happened here for centuries. Until they started digging

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

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A procession during Košice City Days last year.

Weekend: After Bratislava, now it’s time for Košice to shine

Here’s what to do during the weekend of May 2-4.

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Spartak Trnava players celebrate winning the Slovak Cup for the 2024/25 season on Thursday, 1 May 2025, in Dunajská Streda.

Daniel’s strike gives Spartak Trnava Slovak Cup glory and a path to Europe

A narrow 1-0 win over Ružomberok secures Spartak’s third cup triumph in four years.

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Prime Minister Robert Fico during a night shift at IAC Group Slovakia in the Lozorno Automotive Industrial Park on the night of Saturday, 25 November 2017.

Fico skips night shift appearance, sends May Day wishes by video

The prime minister has cancelled scheduled appearances several times in recent weeks and months, often at the last minute.

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A helicopter flyover near the village of Brezová pod Bradlom in the Myjava district on Saturday, 4 May 2024.

Slovakia at odds over Europe’s future rules of the game

With veto powers, defence and identity on the line, Slovak leaders wrestle with Brussels – and each other.

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Smer MEP Erik Kaliňák leaves the Russian embassy in Bratislava.

Slovak PM adviser denies secret talks at Russian embassy

Erik Kaliňák says his mission was merely to secure travel documents.

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New building legislation is expected to speed up construction in Slovakia.

Slovakia gets its first completely new building law for almost half a century

It should simplify permitting processes, advance digitalisation and end illegal construction.

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