Matúš Beňo
Matúš Beňo

Matúš Beňo covers science for The Slovak Spectator. He occasionally writes about culture.

Before joining The Slovak Spectator, he worked as an online editor and covered technology and science for SME, one of the major Slovak dailies. Mr. Beňo also covered Slovak science for Veda Na Dosah, a website that popularises science.

He studied mass media communication at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Trnava. Mr. Beňo is a native Bratislavan. In his free time, he paints Warhammer miniatures, hikes, plays board games and guitar.

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The observatory at the Lomnický Štít peak in Slovakia is used to study the Sun.

Slovak companies and scientists could play crucial role in new European telescope

Their unique know-how means they could benefit the pioneering project – and Slovakia.

Aerobatic pilots from the Baltic Bees group showing their skills.

Weekend: Roaring engines in the sky and on the road

Here’s what to do during the weekend of August 22-24.

A selection of photos from the 1968 invasion of Czechoslovakia.

News digest: Slovakia faces new referendum initiative on relations with Russia

Slovaks abroad build spaces to stay politically engaged, a new attraction in the Low Tatras, and the story how The Slovak Spectator began.

The very first issue of The Slovak Spectator

We were here to watch, be neutral, even in restaurant reviews, says The Slovak Spectator founder

The English newspaper about Slovakia celebrates its 30th anniversary.

Prime Minister Robert Fico, Defence Minister Robert Kaliňák (l) and Smer MP Tibor Gašpar.

News digest: Fico welcomes ‘standardisation’ with Russia, opposition talks of betrayal

A new educational trail to discover, the struggle to tackle homelessness in Slovakia, and a ban on open fire in Bratislava forests.

Fans at a previous edition of the Lovestream festival in Bratislava.

Weekend: More festivals of every kind for you to enjoy

Here’s what to do during the weekend of August 15-17.

A fan at the Lovestream festival.

News digest: Your guide to getting to the Lovestream festival in Bratislava

New regular flights from Bratislava announced, a teaching couple explain their reasons for leaving Slovakia, and a new poll reflects recent developments.

PM Robert Fico (Smer).

News digest: Slovak PM and Kyiv clash in social media spat

Reservation system for Foreigners’ Police appointments overhauled, historic medal for handballers, and difficulties the homeless face when accessing water in summer.

Banská Štiavnica will be one of the three town to host Flašinetiáda.
Slovakia facing off Italy during the 2025 European Men's Lacrosse Championship in Poland.

National lacrosse team digs deep into heritage to post best ever result

Sport has come a long way in two decades, says coach.

From left: Prime Minister Robert Fico (Smer) and Health Minister Kamil Šaško (Hlas).

News digest: Fico’s ‘diplomatic reprimand’ may be Health Minister Šaško’s last

The transaction tax strikes again, discover what Komárno has in store for active travellers, and learn how to observe the Perseids this year.

Health Minister Kamil Šaško (Hlas).

News digest: Unqualified officials, secret committees. Ambulance tender raises red flags

The curious case of a Slovak footballer, how allies of Rudolf Huliak struck it rich, and how conservation efforts along the Danube are already yielding results.

A metalhead during a previous edition of the festival.

Weekend: Metal music or folklore festivals. What will it be?

Here's what to do during the weekend of August 1-3.

You can get a view like this near Ivanka pri Dunaji on the way towards the nearby Milan Rastislav Štefánik monument.

Get a glimpse of Bratislava’s eastern hinterland by bike

There’s plenty to see and do on this afternoon loop.

The Roma settlement in Moldava nad Bodvou, where the police raid took place in 2013.

News digest: In surprising twist, case into infamous raid in Roma settlement reopened

Šamorín sports centre in financial uncertainty, experience a Slovak summer staple, and the return of metal mayhem to the Danube.

Slovak roots: an opportunity to get closer

Find out what draws Australian athletes to Šamorín.

Tram in Bratislava's Petržalka on Sunday, July 27.

News digest: On Sunday, Petržalka’s long-awaited tram dream became reality

How Craig Ramsay transformed ice hockey in Slovakia, the latest discoveries by Slovak Egyptologists deepen a mystery, and further warnings about scams.

A dig site with finds from the Second Intermediate Period and the New Kingdom.
The ruins of Hrušov Castle.

Weekend: A treasure trove of travel and festival tips

Here's what to do during the weekend of July 25-27.

A marble bust believed to depict Cecilia Gonzaga is thought to be the work of Renaissance master Donatello.

News digest: Signed ‘Donatello’—but is the bust his? Expert opinion is underway

The usual summer nuisance is surprisingly missing, where to see a replica of an iconic crown, and a tip on an unforgettable theatre festival.

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