Anca Dragu is a journalist with Radio Slovakia International, which broadcasts in Bratislava and its surroundings on 98.9FM in six languages from 6pm until 5am. More info at www.rsi.sk.
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The banality of evil
As I followed the murder trial in person, I started wondering if and when Slovak society would sincerely begin to look into the mirror.30. Jan 2020, at 5:54
A great past but not such a bright present
How come despite its tourism potential and an industrial park nearby, Kežmarok has an unemployment rate three times higher than Slovakia's average?10. Dec 2019, at 12:31
Paneláky are an irony of history
Many older Slovaks are nostalgic of the job security and the flats they got “from the state for free” before 1989.11. Nov 2019, at 11:44
Buying time
One third of jobs in Slovakia are at risk of being lost due to automation.2. Oct 2019, at 20:40
When bryndza is over… reality sinks in
Foreigners cannot avoid paying higher kindergarten fees. Where's the justice in that?10. Sep 2019, at 13:51
And the winner goes… into politics?!?
What would happen if math Olympic medalists used their bright minds to try to lead local and central state institutions?13. Aug 2019, at 21:26
Čaputová says "inhabitants". What does that say about her?
Politicians set the tone of the conversation for good or for worse.19. Jun 2019, at 14:30
To return or not return?
What do Slovaks living and working in Ireland say about the possibility of moving back to Slovakia?15. May 2019, at 17:01
Blog: What about parking slots for “brains”?
Will the state of biomedical research trigger reactions at least half as passionate as Bratislava's parking policy?17. Apr 2019, at 17:52
Blog: Open those windows, please
It can bring about some real changes.20. Mar 2019, at 16:59
Blog: Feeling at home
Searching for a flat in Bratislava, I was told things I did not expect to hear in 2019 anymore.20. Feb 2019, at 17:56
The Other Slovakia
Blog: “Who” instead of “where”
Why is it that only third-country nationals have to undergo a check for communicable diseases when Slovaks returning from holidays can bring back viruses and bacteria?31. Jan 2019, at 9:13
Blog: And what a year it was
It is this closed-circle mentality that is the biggest challenge in Slovakia and the question of how much the events of this year have pushed for more openness is the most difficult one.27. Dec 2018, at 7:20
The Other Slovakia
Blog: Beyond “The Invisible”
Journalist Anca Dragu urges foreigners to make politicians care by casting their votes in the upcoming municipal elections on November 10.18. Oct 2018, at 13:10
The Other Slovakia
Blog: My bubble, your bubble, our bubble
Like in the pre-1989 times, people seem to have returned to their bubbles, seeking a safe place to share their real thoughts and leave the world outside.11. Nov 2016, at 14:25
The Other Slovakia
Blog: Na zdravie!
To have alcohol producers among the sponsors of a health conference organised by the Health Ministry is a faux pas, as the French would say (with or without a glass of champagne in hand).14. Oct 2016, at 14:03
The Other Slovakia
Blog: Another day with empty streets
I arrived in Slovakia on January 6, 2000, after a whole night spent in the famous “Dacia” express train from Bucharest to Vienna. The streets were quite empty and most shops were closed.23. Sep 2016, at 9:25
The Other Slovakia
Blog: Slniečkars from all Slovakia, unite!
“How do you translate slniečkar in English?” I ask my Slovak colleague. “Ha! I don’t know what it exactly means in Slovak either.”19. Aug 2016, at 11:30
The Other Slovakia
Blog: Greetings from a country full of good ideas
Slovakia, the country of good ideas where “science is done only by some crazy enthusiasts”.22. Jul 2016, at 6:10
The Other Slovakia
Blog: Taxi!
Taking a taxi at 2am in Bratislava can lead to a very detailed “grass root” analysis of the labour market, education system and local mentality, a psychoanalytical peep into the lifestyle of Slovakia’s elite or a…24. Jun 2016, at 11:50
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