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Slovakia to target energy subsidies, but privacy concerns linger
A new law enables the state to analyse household incomes and property to tailor aid—yet millions may choose not to share their data.
Bratislava opens new support centre for foreigners
The capital city is not alone — Žilina, in fact, took the step earlier.
News digest: PM Fico questions Europe's rearmament
Chinese carmaker enters Slovakia, new measures to combat foot-and-mouth disease, and craft beer festival.
Slovakia brings back border checks with Hungary and Austria starting April 8
The decision comes just days after another town reported an outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease.
News digest: Crisis, what crisis? Culture minister's empty limousine tours Europe
Robert Fico celebrates WWII liberation with Russian and Belarusian ambassadors, 'Slovakia is Europe' protests take place once again, and Austria closes two borders with Slovakia.
News digest: Thousands march as Fico stands by “Russian-style” NGO bill
The premier has remained silent on Trump’s new tariffs. The country’s central bank governor called the move “a small Armageddon”.
Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
From Mečiar’s NATO sabotage in the 1990s to Fico’s photo-ops with Putin today.
A diplomat who thrives on building bridges…and making things happen
Facilitating cross-border collaboration is fundamental to Europe’s future, says Maja Wawrzyk.
News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
Flats in Bratislava are getting smaller, problems at the Betliar Museum, and Gorals gain recognition.
News digest: Police brutality detailed, but MPs refuse to listen
Wednesday brings a crucial court date for a jailed mafia boss, troubling numbers on Slovakia’s shrinking population — and fresh data on just how deep conspiracy thinking runs.
Bratislava built under 4 km of cycle paths last year, leaving cyclists disappointed
Fewer projects planned for this year than previous.
How Slovakia’s president funded his campaign behind a wall of secrecy
Peter Pellegrini claimed his campaign was above board. A new donor list tells a different story.
News digest: Bear suspected of killing man in central Slovakia
A story worthy of a movie adaptation, an interview with a Slovak-Dutch soldier, and more foot-and-mouth disease news.
News digest: On Teachers’ Day, a reminder that the capital still undervalues educators
Your Friday news round-up at a glance.
The death came from the skies. Nové Zámky: The most bombed Slovak town of World War II
The bombs showed no mercy, even towards children.
Hop on board! Bratislava launches forest bus routes
Tram line 4 stops at Vodná veža from 29 March.
News digest: Slovakia’s car industry faces a Trump shock
Europe moves to summer time this weekend, with clocks jumping forward by one hour. That means one thing: an hour less in bed.
Fico’s office approves funds for groups linked to Kremlin-friendly news sites
Two civic groups tied to controversial websites to receive €10,000 each from the prime minister’s reserve fund.
Mafia trio jailed for killing man who knew too much
More than 20 years after René Sánka vanished, his killers are finally brought to justice.
Slovakia could be fined millions as sewage system falls 40 years behind
Only 71 percent of population connected, far below EU average.
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