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How to travel to and from Slovakia during COVID-19
Check out which border crossings are open, and how bus, train and air transport works.
Jewellery maker breathes new life into Slovak folk designs
Her parents told her she could not make a living making jewellery. But Petra Toth proves she can.
News digest: More Russian diplomats will have to leave Slovakia
Vote on crucial judicial reform postponed. One fifth of Slovaks believe pro-Kremlin narratives about the war in Ukraine.
News digest: Russia expels Slovak diplomats
Interior minister will face no-confidence vote. Large-capacity centre in Bratislava opens. New dates set for the Kuciak murder case. More in today's digest.
News digest: New law to further simplify the life of Ukrainian refugees
Parliament passes Lex Ukraine. Slovak embassy in Ukraine moves to Uzhhorod. Omicron subvariant BA.2 likely to be dominant in the country.
Covid impacts travelling abroad. This is what you should prepare for
The Slovak Spectator has picked some destinations for travelling and requirements incomers have to meet when entering them.
News digest: Slovaks keep losing trust in politicians
First NATO troops and Patriot system have arrived. Authorities block another disinformation website. Defence minister sues Smer MP Blaha.
News digest: Slovakia is one step closer to the arrival of NATO troops
Evacuation trains to Ukraine launched. Slovakia to prosecute Russian crimes in Ukraine. Only face coverings will remain mandatory.
News digest: NATO troops to bring technology worth a billion, but Slovak society remains split over their presence
Slovakia marks two years of the pandemic. The country has three gold medals from the Paralympic Games.
News digest: EC President Von der Leyen will arrive to discuss the situation in Ukraine
Slovak Embassy in Kyiv evacuated. One of the largest disinformation websites blocked.
News digest: Slovakia voices support for Ukraine's EU membership
Kuciak murder trial restarted. Several news websites faced attacks. Czech police officers will help at the border.
News digest: Slovakia sends more help to Ukraine and offers a venue for peace talks
The president visited the Slovak-Ukrainian border. 44 people have asked for asylum so far. Slovak journalists support their colleagues in Ukraine and Russia.
News digest: One step closer to normal life. Slovakia prepares for big easing of measures
First restrictions end on Saturday. No pressure on the border with Ukraine yet. Slovakia sends a diplomatic note to the Russian embassy.
News digest: Slovakia commemorates journalist’s murder
National emergency to end tomorrow. The ministry recommends that people leave some Ukrainian territories. Prominent Slovak architect dies. More in today’s digest.
Recognition lags behind the economic power of the BSC sector
Shared services now the third-biggest sector of the Slovak economy.
UPDATED: Booster dose opens way to vast benefits. These are Slovakia's measures against Omicron (Q & A)
The new OP+ regime grants benefits to people with three doses or a combination of vaccine and recovery from Covid. Rules should apply all through the wave, government promises.
News digest: Some MPs need protection after voting for the US defence deal
New Covid rules to come into force. Boosters for teenagers launched. Date for new Kuciak murder trial set.
News digest: US defence deal passed, but critics are not silenced
Ukrainians demand apology for the flag incident. Daily caseload breaks record. Slovak skier wins Olympic gold.
News digest: Blocked speaker’s desk, boos and protests. MPs discuss defence deal
General prosecutor not allowed to speak about defence agreement, while protest was held in front of the parliamentary building. Children of foreigners often struggle in schools.
News digest: Omicron wave breaks new record
Mandatory testing in companies will end. Registration for Novavax vaccine to be launched in mid-February.
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- Štefánik co-founded Czechoslovakia but did not live to see it thrive
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- Some food really is better in Austria, study finds
- Many Slovaks still migrate for work
- Weekend: On your marks, get set... Running and marathon season beckons
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- News digest: Thousands march as Fico stands by “Russian-style” NGO bill Photo
- In Bratislava, spring begins with 90 wines and a stroll through hidden cellars Photo
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- What abides: Giving a shit
- Syrian about to finally finish hotel in Bratislava started 17 years ago
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- What abides: Giving a shit
- Weekend: On your marks, get set... Running and marathon season beckons
- Číž spa water once even sent to USA
- Strange romance: Slovak leaders’ affection for Russia has yo-yoed
- News digest: Thousands march as Fico stands by “Russian-style” NGO bill Photo
- A diplomat who thrives on building bridges…and making things happen
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- Foot-and-mouth outbreak hits major Slovak cattle farm near Austrian and Czech borders Photo
- What abides: Giving a shit
- Weekend: On your marks, get set... Running and marathon season beckons
- A paper that wasn’t supposed to last
- News digest: 350 brown bears to be culled as Slovakia declares emergency
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- We are partners, friends and Allies
- Bratislava satellite town breaks records and keeps expanding
- 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
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- '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
- Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
- From furniture to finance: businesses that shaped Slovakia’s market economy
- A partnership centuries in the making
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