Culture & lifestyle
Music in the veins
What to say when someone is bossy or blabs everything, inspired by music.
Banská Štiavnica becomes a centre of contemporary photography again
The subtitle of the festival is “site-specific”, suggesting that the programme will take place in a range of unexpected locations.
Iron Age hillfort found in remote Slovak woodland
Archaeologists unearth Iron Age site near Hybe after tip-off about nearby logging.
Slovak roots: claiming what you knew you had
Being caught in the middle is not easy, as the following story of Slovak American shows.
After years of straddling two worlds, this American is now reconnecting with his Slovak roots
Benjamin Demko is curious to try halušky as his grandmother had her own version.
Irish metal band to make long-awaited debut in Bratislava
Ten Ton Slug bring their heavy sound – and a homecoming for one member – to a cycle-path punk venue.
Bratislava unveils its first 3D-printed bus stop
A minimalist bus stop on Harmincova Street shows how high-tech design can meet everyday needs.
‘Listen, Martina, this is not just your country’: protest song becomes rallying cry for folklorists
Artists and cultural workers say the minister is damaging the very heritage she claims to protect.
Why a British teacher chose Slovakia as home
From London to Poland, and now to Slovakia, this story shows how languages can open doors — to careers, cultures, and even love.
Slovak female triathlete shatters barriers with historic win at Himalayan event
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
Weekend: Celebration of fun comes to Malacky
Here's what to do during the weekend of May 23-25.
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Celebrate Slovak music and designers — and join the festivities for Brittany Day.
Maria Theresa on the banks of Bratislava
The monument to a monarch fell victim to republican supporters.
Slovak Literary Centre director dismissed after Prague book fair scandal
The culture minister had installed Gustáv Murín earlier this year despite warnings.
From eight to thousands of runners. How Košice marathon rose to prominence
Summer Olympics served as inspiration.
New head of Slovak National Museum appointed amid controversy
Andrea Predajňová has never led an institution of this size.
Weekend: One of the most popular events in Slovakia is here
Here's what to do during the weekend of May 16-18.
Show me your moves! Slovak hockey stars share their best pick-up lines
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.
He designed Gatwick. But this is his masterpiece
Eugen Rosenberg helped shape post-war Britain with landmark buildings across the UK. Yet his most intimate creation stands quietly in a small Slovak town.
Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Enjoy music in all its variety, dance at a roller disco, and try to visit all of Bratislava’s museums in a single day.
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