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News digest: One step forward to resolve coalition crisis
A curious case of a Tajik man in Slovakia, an interview with Kate Winslet. Learn more in today's digest.
Court orders release of Tajik man called terrorist by interior minister
Police acted neither correctly, nor effectively, court says.
Košice councillor visits Russia, reportedly claims Slovakia bans Russian language
It was a private trip, says Michal Djordjevič.
Who remains in PM Robert Fico’s inner circle?
Since the assassination attempt, the premier has distanced himself from his political partners.
News digest: Fico’s deadline passes, but his partners come up empty
Foreign minister finally admits his mistake, Greta Thunberg in Slovakia, and friction in the opposition.
Cancer cases soar in Slovakia – and poor lifestyle choices are to blame
Experts say screening and faster treatment could prevent thousands of deaths.
Inspired by foreigners, Professor leads centre improving Slovak language education for them
Associate Professor Michaela Mošaťová says there is no officially specified qualification for lecturers of Slovak as a foreign language.
Slovakia’s state-run polling agency has published its first political poll results
Fico’s fourth government pledged to go back to state polls in its progamme statement.
News digest: Pensioners to get more money than another consolidation will bring
Learn more in today's digest.
Transport Ministry website hacked, used to promote online casinos
Such promotion illegal in Slovakia.
Comenius University scientist helps uncover surprising evolution of unwanted invasive toad
It's not one, but actually two species.
News digest: PS leads in revived state opinion poll, but SaS would be out
Ideas for how and where to spent Valentine's Day and weekend; the future of combined education; and the radiation risk to Slovakia after a Russian drone strike on Chernobyl.
President may soon have to decide on holding contentious referendum
Pro-Russian micro-parties say they have collected more than 240,000 signatures; 350,000 are required.
Blended learning takes off in Slovakia, giving students more choice
Online learning starts with discipline.
News digest: Fico poses with war criminal, then heads to meet the pope
A look at the most popular films in Slovak cinemas in 2024, a year that also proved successful for tourism.
Former court official indicted for fraud, yet still hired by government
Ivan Solej, accused of fraud and excessive salaries, kept a Justice Ministry job and later secured an EU-funded contract.
Thieves rip skier statue from square and cash it in
Thieves spent 45 minutes stealing the statue in Kežmarok.
Teen girl sets man on fire and goes back to school next day
Meanwhile, the town of Gelnica, where the incident happened, recently made headlines over claims of racism.
International team led by Slovak scientist sheds light on ancient climate enigma
Their study employed a novel approach pioneered by Hana Jurikova.
News digest: Slovakia files complaint against Belgium over death of its national
More activities, exhibitions cancelled or at risk in SNG, McDonald's big expansion in Slovakia, and tips on hidden gems in Kysuce region.
- Another outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in western Slovakia
- News digest: Crisis, what crisis? Culture minister's empty limousine tours Europe
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- From Mexico to Slovakia – finding a new life Audio
- France and Slovakia: Believing, loving, and working together
- Slovakia’s Gorals gain recognition. Historians say it is a joke. Photo
- Slovakia’s rising stars are changing what it means to lead
- 'Don’t be afraid to use cash, say Slovak entrepreneurs as transaction tax begins
- News digest: Crisis, what crisis? Culture minister's empty limousine tours Europe
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- From Mexico to Slovakia – finding a new life Audio
- News digest: Thousands march as Fico stands by “Russian-style” NGO bill Photo
- Syrian about to finally finish hotel in Bratislava started 17 years ago
- Slovakia’s Gorals gain recognition. Historians say it is a joke. Photo
- 'Don’t be afraid to use cash, say Slovak entrepreneurs as transaction tax begins
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- What abides: Giving a shit
- Weekend: On your marks, get set... Running and marathon season beckons
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- A diplomat who thrives on building bridges…and making things happen
- News digest: Thousands march as Fico stands by “Russian-style” NGO bill Photo
- Číž spa water once even sent to USA
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- Slovak dad drops everything for son’s NHL debut — even a flight
- The Slovak-American who wants the world to witness the quality of Slovak wines
- France and Slovakia: Believing, loving, and working together
- Last Week: As disease spreads, Fico no longer insists on a “different opinion”
- Trading McDonald’s for the front lines
- From Mexico to Slovakia – finding a new life Audio
- What abides: Giving a shit
- Another outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease in western Slovakia
- News digest: Crisis, what crisis? Culture minister's empty limousine tours Europe
- 'Don’t be afraid to use cash, say Slovak entrepreneurs as transaction tax begins
- Štítnik resumes hand-crafting Christmas ornaments after 25 years
- Weekend: On your marks, get set... Running and marathon season beckons
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