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ETP: State could learn from our work with Roma
WHILE some mayors struggle to improve life in segregated Roma settlements, the non-profit organization ETP Slovakia has helped hundreds of marginalized people construct their own houses. The Slovak Spectator spoke to its director Slávka Mačáková about ETP’s success and how the state often ignores proven methods that succeed.
Fico to teachers: There’ll be no talks
TEN days after thousands of teachers launched their strike for higher salaries Prime Minister Robert Fico insisted on February 3 that government will not make any decisions prior to the general election on March 5.
Israel honours 10 Slovaks for heroism
ANOTHER 10 Slovaks joined those who have received the Yad Vashem (Righteous) title on January 27.
Teacher strike compared with those by doctors
TEACHERS currently on strike risk more than doctors who have done so in the past, as they are easier to replace.
Murdered woman repeatedly approached police
DAGMAR Chocholáčková, a 45-year-old woman from Bratislava contacted police several times in 2015, claiming that ex-boyfriend Štefan Kiš was threatening her. Police found the pair dead on January 15, and the Interior Ministry has since launched an investigation.
Spate of Tatra tourist deaths prompts safety concerns
THE Mountain Rescue Service (HZS) has noted an increase in accidents in the Tatra mountains, including seven fatalities in recent weeks.
Fico could be prosecuted for anti-Muslim statements
PREVENTING the creation of “a compact Muslim community” because “we don’t want someone to abuse our women in public spaces”, are statements which Prime Minister Robert Fico could be prosecuted for, according to lawyers approached by The Slovak Spectator.
Authorities still ignore whistleblowers
THE INTERIOR of Ivan Cehelský’s house in Považská Bystrica resembles a fairy tale cottage. There is tastefully placed furniture, porcelain in the cabinets and every visitor is welcomed by smell of Christmas pastries. Yet there is something strange about the house.
Business service centres seek excellence
The increasing number of business service centres (BSCs) in Slovakia aim to become centres of excellence turning their focus from providing services to research and development. This trend however creates challenges in seeking more qualified workers.
Accommodation project for refugees still alive
THE INTERIOR Ministry wants to place Iraqi refugees into houses of volunteers despite protests of villagers and mayors, making their integration easier.
Accomodation project for refugees ends due to conflicts
AFTER citizens of towns and villages in Nitra region learned that soon twenty-five Assyrian Christian families from Iraq will become their neighbours, conflicts ensued leading to a stop of the whole project.
Investigation found no torture in infamous police raid
POLICE officers who raided the Roma settlement Budulovská in the town of Moldava nad Bodvou (Košice Region) in 2013 did not abuse their powers or torture Roma, according to an investigation conducted by the Regional Prosecutor’s Office in Prešov, but other elements of the case remain open.
CT scandal whistleblowers awarded
DUE to the bravery of medics Alan Suchánek and Magdaléna Kovačovičová some of the highest representatives of government have fallen. Thanks to the need of reporter Andreja Bán to help people, recognised humanitarian organisation People in Peril was created. For his faith, priest Anton Srholec suffered in Uranium mines during the socialist regime.
2,000 volunteers are ready to help refugees
AS THE government was refusing to take in the 802 asylum seekers allocated under the EU’s redistribution plan, the Kto pomôže (Who Will Help?) initiative recruited volunteers who said they were willing to personally house migrants.
Far-right party pushes the limits
ŠTEFÁNIA Lorándová saved hundreds of lives during the holocaust forging documents for Jews in Hungary who could then escape from the country. Ultimately she ended up in a concentration camp. Far-right party People’s Party Our Slovakia filed a criminal complaint on October 29 for publishing her story.
Slovakia ignores EU rules on refugees
THE EUROPEAN Commission has noticed that Slovakia has not been fulfilling its duties stemming from the EU quotas on re-distribution of refugees among member states. It is, however, tight lipped about sanctions against the country.
Health minister under pressure amid repeated scandals
SCANDAL after scandal has occurred under Health Minister Viliam Čislák, who now faces a non-confidence vote over the lack of transparency in the health care system.
Slovaks oppose accepting refugees
“FOR some reason some East European countries feel treated badly, and I need to understand why they react so strongly and are so tough on migrants,” said German Chancellor Angela Merkel on October 16.
NATO Force Integration Unit quietly arriving in Slovakia
AS PART of efforts to counter increased Russian military activities in eastern Europe, NATO is bolstering defence of its eastern border – including Slovakia – by creating small Force Integration Units.
Activists brought carousel to refugee camp
SLEEPING, eating, sport and some activities organised by refugee camp employees are the only things which the refugees living in Gabčíkovo refugee camp do from day o day. However, a small group of activists organised an event with a carousel, cotton candy and a mime for children living in the camp to make at least one day more interesting for them.
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- Slovakia mourns Pope Francis, a shepherd of hope and humility Photo
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- The British Film Institute shines a light on Slovak cinema’s boldest chapter Video
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- Slovakia's latest basketball star is destined for great things in the USA
- When to shop over Easter: Opening hours for supermarkets in Slovakia
- US giant pulls plug on Slovak factory, axing 137 jobs
- “Return not,” the ocean cried. But I returned for her
- Ambulance hit by Russian drone goes on display in centre of Bratislava
- German shoemaker Lowa joins wave of factory closures in Slovakia
- 3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
- US giant pulls plug on Slovak factory, axing 137 jobs
- When to shop over Easter: Opening hours for supermarkets in Slovakia
- Danish shoemaker to shut Slovak factory, axing 650 jobs in fresh blow to struggling region
- Hundreds of people ousted from Bratislava’s Volkswagen
- What is Pope Francis’s message to the powerful?
- Slovakia mourns Pope Francis, a shepherd of hope and humility Photo
- Confetti, chants and history: Hejková’s dream goodbye after nearly 40 years at the top
- Slovakia’s public finances remain in deep trouble
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