Opinion, page 11

A gathering marks five years since the murder of Ján Kuciak and Martina Kušnírová on February 21, 2023 in Bratislava.
Zuzana Čaputová decided to sign the law she does not approve of.

Last Week: Rule of law still a burning question as coalition drops another bomb

Smer names its nominee for secret service director, and it’s a name observers feared.

An illustrative photo.

How Pablo, a Jack Russell, helps me learn Slovak

Never lose your sense of humour when trying to speak a foreign language.

Iryna Zinchenko
Tibor Gaspar (center) celebrates the passing of the law with fellow Smer MPs.

Why are you helping rapists? Fico’s government faces some awkward questions

The widely opposed rule-of-law changes pass, and a rearguard defence begins.

Robert Fico, Denisa Sakova, Robert Kalinak and Peter Pellegrini in parliament.

Last Week: Passage of Fico’s legal changes is now imminent

Shortening the statute of limitations for white-collar crimes will have immediate, irreparable effects.

Renata Kliska accepting her Fashion Oscar.

Renata Kliska — Shining bright with the Fashion Oscar de la Moda in Rome

Explore Kliska’s passion for fashion, as we shine a spotlight on her entrepreneurial excellence within the tapestry of the IWCB.

Eva Staronova
Local wags declared the offending pedestrian crossing a national cultural monument.

Crash test dummy

Think of it less as the ship of state, and more of a dodgem car.

Peter Pellegrini and Robert Fico sign the coalition treaty.

Last Week: What is the ‘new pragmatism’ in Slovak foreign policy about?

Ukraine’s prime minister coined the term after meeting Robert Fico.

We all want our children to succeed.

Teachers and parents have one thing in common

Children have the best chance for success if the teachers and parents support them together as a team.

British International School Bratislava
People during January 25 protests. The caption reads "Fico protects thieves".
The training of Jewish fighters for operating a howitzer.

How Czechoslovakia helped Israel militarily during its birth

Today, Slovakia is turning away from providing aid.

Peter Kozák
Robert Fico visiting Viktor Orbán in Budapest.

Last Week: Fico says no to Ukraine in NATO

Slovak PM feels “doomed to cooperation” with his Hungarian counterpart.

German Ambassador Barbara Wolf and French Ambassador Pascal Le Deunff.

Today, France and Germany celebrate their friendship. What does it mean for Europe?

The two countries trust Slovakia, write French and German ambassadors.

Barbara Wolf and 1 more
Peter Schutz.

Why is nobody opposing the Chinese plant in Slovakia?

Security aspects are the tabula rasa of Slovakia's investment policy.

People take part in the opposition-organised protest outside the Government Office in Bratislava on December 7, 2023, holding up different slogans: "You can't do everything!", "Let's stop them!" and "They won't win!".

Can the protests stop Fico?

And if not, what is the point?

A mass public protest took place in Bratislava on Thursday, January 11, in opposition to the government's plans to abolish the office of the main anti-corruption prosecutor  and reduce penalties for financial crimes.

Protests place Robert Fico in a bind, with few options

There is a lot the prime minister and Smer chair cannot do.

Sme daily editor-in-chief Beata Balogová

Why 2024 can be a good year

We've entered the new year with the dusted-off knowledge that we have our voice.

Hlas chair Peter Pellegrini as pictured before one of the first post-election TV debate on October 1, 2023.

Who wants to be president?

Pellegrini has two big decisions to announce, but he is taking his time.

SNG guided tour for the International Women's Club of Bratislava.

The International Women's Club of Bratislava – a club with 33 years of history and traditions

Discover the International Women's Club of Bratislava and its role in getting to know Slovakia.

Zlatina Petkova

The festive period in Bratislava: A time of miracles and pleasant surprises

A crucial miracle, a cosy miracle and a mysterious miracle light up one family's Christmas.

Iryna Zinchenko
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