Slovakia News, page 21

Economy Minister Peter Žiga has introduced 42 measures that are to help firms in Slovakia in the times of troubled economic growth.

News digest: Speaker can rest easy as corruption charges dropped

Tips for dealing with uncooperative neighbours, a challenging summer for Slovak culture, American Edward Monovich’s appreciation of life’s small moments.

A children's playground on Martin Benka Street in Topoľčany.

How to handle uncooperative neighbours in your apartment building

Your building manager can take action against messy neighbours.

The posters are emblazoned with the message "We support Minister M. Šimkovičová and L. Machala" on August 20, 2024.

Relentless purges: A tumultuous summer for Slovak culture

The current leadership of the Culture Ministry is waging war on contemporary culture – to ‘save’ Slovak culture, it claims.

PM Robert Fico in the Holocaust Museum in Sereď.

News digest: Fico's remark at memorial for Jewish victims of Nazi-era Slovakia offends Ukrainians

Demand for rental housing in Bratislava skyrocketing, interview with Zuzana Čaputová, and a tip for renowned festival.

Filipino killed in Bratislava may get memorial

Jablko civic association behind initiative.

Former Slovak President Zuzana Čaputová.

Zuzana Čaputová: Without truth and justice, reconciliation is nothing more than an illusion

Slovakia’s former president discusses what she will be focusing on in the coming months and whether she foresees her future role in Slovakia.

The Senec synagogue after reconstruction.

News digest: With four reopenings, Bratislava Region pledges to 'restart culture'

What determines German-speaking tourists' satisfaction, cooking halušky on Mont Blanc, and two more days of high heat.

Slovakia has recorded five heat waves this summer, the longest lasting for 20 days.

Climatologist: Slovakia's summer has been a record-breaker, and not in a good way

It was extremely above average everywhere in Slovakia in terms of temperature, said Milan Lapin, a respected climatologist.

Jozef Ráž, lead singer with the band Elán.

Ageing rocker collided with cyclist, then drove off. Nothing to see here, police decide.

Investigators have shelved the case without even speaking to the main witness.

The initiative Otvorená kultúra! and representatives of the cultural community hold a press conference in front of the Propeller building in Bratislava, where they introduced a nationwide coordinated action of the cultural sector called the "Cultural Strike!" on September 5, 2024.

News digest: Cultural rebellion against the minister underway

Slovak snack giant makes headlines, what’s worrying people in Slovakia, and how to have fun in Bratislava.

A memorial plaque is unveiled in Banská Bystrica for British and American heroes of the Slovak National Uprising on September 5, 2024.

Banská Bystrica marks contribution of UK, US special forces to SNP

Unveiling a new commemorative plaque, the city's mayor and visiting ambassadors stressed past generations' sacrifice for freedom.

The Fico shooting occurred on May 15 following a government meeting in the former mining town of Handlová, situated two hours’ drive away from Bratislava.

Months later, Slovakia still awaits answers in PM Fico assassination attempt case

The case is under embargo, but a published ruling by the judge offers a few new details.

The primary school in Bernolákovo near Bratislava.

News digest: More bomb threats hit schools, Interior Minister proposes measures

Very warm night ahead, festivities for wine lovers, where to get quality clothes for good price.

News digest: Schools hit by email bomb threats just a day after school year restarts

Ex-top prosecutor found guilty of corruption again, trip to the region of Andy Warhol’s family, and be more cautious with your phone.

The Denník N’s anonymous sources claim that the Fico government bought the controversial Pegasus spyware.

Slovak intelligence services now equipped to monitor phones, Denník N writes

Sources of daily mention controversial Pegasus spyware, but state officials deny the claims.

Former special prosecutor Dušan Kováčik (right) sits in the Specialised Criminal Court in Banská Bystrica on Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

Former top anti-corruption prosecutor convicted in second corruption case

Dušan Kováčik has filed an appeal to the Supreme Court.

Illustrative image.

News digest: Though autumn is almost here, weather does not seem to have noticed

Lack of historical memory in Slovakia, Slovak athletes win medals. Learn more in today's digest.

A siren in a village.

Instead of siren sound, residents heard PM Fico criticising his opponent

Town of Žiar nad Hronom distanced itself from broadcast.

Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok (Hlas).

News digest: It's confirmed: NAKA will end on Sep 1; it was 'ineffective', claims Eštok

Slovakia’s 10 biggest aquaparks and football team Slovan Bratislava will face Europe's elite.

Ján Mazák is a Slovak who identifies as a fan of Russia.

Last year, he illegally swam to Russia; this year, he robbed a shop in Košice

After surviving a Russian prison, a Slovak one now beckons.

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