Naomi Hužovičová
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Running to make Slovakia a better place
Small town races bring out the dedicated amateur as well the the weekend jogger and when they put their love of running to good, everybody benefits.25. Jun 2016, at 8:40
Blog: Is Slovak Hockey Embarrassing?
After the initial excitement of winning two games in the 2016 World Championships, the losses caused my friend to exclaim, “That’s it! I’m not watching hockey anymore! It’s embarrassing to lose so much!!”14. May 2016, at 7:50
Blog: Easter Monday: What doesn't kill you makes you stronger
Although I normally am the first to embrace and celebrate traditions, my first Easter in Slovakia was rather a shock.28. Mar 2016, at 3:10
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Blog: It's your turn
The election left many people disappointed in some way or other and despairing for the future. It's time to stop waiting on other people and ask what you've done to make Slovakia a better place.15. Mar 2016, at 13:10
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Blog: Four New Year's resolutions for Slovakia
Around this time of year, people start debating whether resolutions made in the new year are valuable. Whatever your opinion, the change in the calendar is an opportunity (among many) to reflect on the last year and…6. Jan 2016, at 15:49
Foreigner in Slovakia
Blog: On Christians and Pharisees
Taking in refugees from the Middle East certainly has legitmate concerns of security, financing, and integration. But fear mongering creates an atmosphere where rational discussion and problem solving are left…11. Dec 2015, at 8:35
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Blog: My favourite Slovak traditionPhoto
Cemeteries are not usually considered places of beauty. But on November 1 and 2 in Slovakia, graveyards are beautiful - and full of the mystery of the nether world.10. Nov 2015, at 8:45
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Blog: Six reasons Sagan is a champion
I tend to be rather skeptical of professional athletes, considering them overpaid and over valued. But here are some reasons that Sagan seems like a genuinely good guy. 7. Oct 2015, at 7:05
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Blog: Fear is dictating Slovakia's actions towards refugees
When faced with the attitude towards refugees in Slovakia, one Canadian tries to understand where that attitude is coming from. 8. Sep 2015, at 6:00
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Blog: Behindhand benefits of stairs
A MOM with young kids has bemoaned the lack of elevators in old apartment buildings in Slovakia, losing her sanity many a time on the long trek up to the third floor. But, she finds out, there is a positive result,…12. Aug 2015, at 13:22
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Blog: Maternity wards have a problem with attitude
Maternity wards in the Trnava and Bratislava regions were recently called out for violations of human rights. Were the claims exaggerated? A mother who gave birth both in Canada and Trnava compares. 7. Jul 2015, at 11:53
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Blog: Why my kids don’t have a playground
After a regime like socialism ends, a country moves on, restructures, and tries to build a new identity. There are some issues, however, that are difficult to resolve, like the complicated problem of land use. What…8. Jun 2015, at 11:35
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4 things to know when drinking in Slovakia
Alcohol plays a significant role in the culture of Slovakia, from wine sampling in private cellars to knocking back shots on the morning after a wedding. Some of the local drinking customs, however, could leave you…13. May 2015, at 6:12
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- 4 things to know when drinking in Slovakia
- Blog: Easter Monday: What doesn't kill you makes you stronger
- Blog: My favourite Slovak tradition
- Blog: Maternity wards have a problem with attitude
- Blog: Fear is dictating Slovakia's actions towards refugees
- Blog: Why my kids don’t have a playground
- Blog: Is Slovak Hockey Embarrassing?
- 1. 8,000 kilometres of Slovak nature in one video Video
- 2. Strike ends, unions sealed agreement with Volkswagen
- 3. Icelandic Catholics receive a wooden church from Slovakia Video
- 4. Car-seat producer lost contract with Volkswagen
- 5. What does a big fat Slovak wedding look like?
- 6. Volunteers of the Year awarded
- 7. Responsible business no longer concerns only charity
- 8. Slovak under-21 team ended before semi-finals of European Championship
- 9. Do migrants earn hundreds of euros more than Slovaks for the same jobs?
- 10. Another salary negotiation at Volkswagen fails Photo
- 1. Icelandic Catholics receive a wooden church from Slovakia Video
- 2. What does a big fat Slovak wedding look like?
- 3. 8,000 kilometres of Slovak nature in one video Video
- 4. Strike ends, unions sealed agreement with Volkswagen
- 5. Ecuadorian tribe involved in chocolate production
- 6. Another salary negotiation at Volkswagen fails Photo
- 7. Volunteers of the Year awarded
- 8. Car-seat producer lost contract with Volkswagen
- 9. Responsible business no longer concerns only charity
- 10. Bribery at school caught with recorded evidence
- 1. Icelandic Catholics receive a wooden church from Slovakia Video
- 2. Last minute talks to avert strike at Volkswagen Slovakia have failed
- 3. What does a big fat Slovak wedding look like?
- 4. Thousands of people support the VW strike Photo
- 5. Airports tighten security measures
- 6. Slovakia cautioned to expect heat and storms
- 7. Bratislava train station evacuated after bomb threat
- 8. Magio Beach revisits the Danube embankment for its 11th season
- 9. Another salary negotiation at Volkswagen fails Photo
- 10. Are you a foreigner about to leave Slovakia? Prepare for never-ending bureaucracy