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Bahlsen reacts to pressure, cookies will be the same across Europe
Butter will now be used for products meant for the eastern-European market. Compiled by Spectator staff ,24. Jul 2017, at 14:15
What do you get in your washing powder?
The washing powder sold in Germany has 20 percent more active washing agents than the powder sold under the same name in Slovakia. Different regions have different laundry habits, the producer argues. Compiled by Spectator staff ,17. Jul 2017, at 21:43
Brexit is a new chapter, not an end
We hope that the deal the UK is offering will be reciprocated for Britons living in Slovakia, who have also made important contributions.David Davis27. Jun 2017, at 15:00
Poll: Slovaks want to be at the core of the EU
Slovaks see the EU advantages of a higher living standard, a developed economy and the possibilities for self-realisation. Compiled by Spectator staff ,27. Jun 2017, at 6:27
Kiska voices support for Ukraine as visa-free travel launchedPhoto
Slovak President Andrej Kiska offered encouragement to Ukraine on the June 11 introduction of visa-free travel between the EU and Ukraine. Compiled by Spectator staff ,12. Jun 2017, at 13:47
Brussels scrutinises the subsidy for Nováky power plant
It disapproves of the scheme subsiding power generation from brown coal. Compiled by Spectator staff ,6. Jun 2017, at 23:17
Why the war between Facebook and Brussels is inevitable
The first shot has been fired in the regulation war that will shape the future of Europe.Ondrej Podstupka1. Jun 2017, at 9:53
Brussels seeks better protection of clients
The current mandatory insurance does not guarantee that clients receive their money back. Compiled by Spectator staff ,28. May 2017, at 9:00
European Commission approves state support for football stadium
The European Commission has approved Slovak state support of €36 million for the construction a national football stadium – planned to hold more than 22,000 visitors – in Bratislava. Compiled by Spectator staff ,25. May 2017, at 13:10
Slovakia vies for medicines agency
What chances does the country have at winning the seat of the prestigious European Medicines Agency that needs to relocate from London? Radka Minarechová ,24. May 2017, at 16:00
EC: Focus on education and labour market
Some recommendations remain the same as last year. Compiled by Spectator staff ,23. May 2017, at 21:46
Slovak diplomat to become EU ambassador to Moldova
Slovak Ambassador to Greece, Peter Michalko, should become the European union ambassador to Moldova, the Politico website informed in mid-May. Compiled by Spectator staff ,15. May 2017, at 14:46
Sauerkraut from Stupava achieved Protected Designation of Origin (PDO)
The dish received protection from the European Commission, being only the second product in Slovakia with this distinction. Compiled by Spectator staff ,11. May 2017, at 14:16
Quote of the week
“If it should hurt one side more than the other, then it should be more painful for the UK, because they’ve made their own decision to leave.” Compiled by Spectator staff ,5. May 2017, at 6:30
Fico: EU leaders are determined to act jointly in Brexit
The participants in an extraordinary summit showed no reservations to the so-called negotiation guidelines, the Slovak PM claimed. Compiled by Spectator staff ,2. May 2017, at 14:11
EU parliaments to create joint group to supervise Europol activities
Its first session is planned for the autumn. Compiled by Spectator staff ,24. Apr 2017, at 22:34
KPMG: Slovakia among EU countries at greatest risk after Brexit
Slovakia's economy is among those that will be most impacted by Brexit, the latest studies have shown. Compiled by Spectator staff ,29. Mar 2017, at 23:15
Fico: We want the UK to fulfil commitments
The prime ministers of the Visegrad Group commented on the UK’s obligations linked to its departure from the EU. Compiled by Spectator staff ,29. Mar 2017, at 13:27
Most young people trust the EU
Slovakia has the highest share of young Eurosceptics among the surveyed countries. Compiled by Spectator staff ,28. Mar 2017, at 14:15
EU opens e-payment market to IT giants
People should benefit from stronger competition, faster and cheaper payments and higher security. Peter Adamovsky ,28. Mar 2017, at 6:30
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- 2. Slovakia's “Little Croatia” - an area of natural beauty hidden away in Košice Region Photo
- 3. Product quality laid on the EU table
- 4. New bus line to connect High Tatras and Košice with Krakow, Warsaw, and Budapest
- 5. Education minister fails to explain distribution of EU money
- 6. Daughter to father: I’m going to kill you
- 7. Who will stand up for journalists in Turkish prisons?
- 8. Police stop van with illegal migrants
- 9. Alleged Slovak terrorist will be compensated
- 10. Twists in development of Vienna and Bratislava
- 1. Bratislava’s main railway station is getting a face lift
- 2. Wizz Air: Luggage changes have to wait until we train our staff
- 3. FAQ: Buying and selling a property in Slovakia
- 4. Slovakia's “Little Croatia” - an area of natural beauty hidden away in Košice Region Photo
- 5. Hold onto your hats - heavy storms in Slovakia continue
- 6. Bahlsen reacts to pressure, cookies will be the same across Europe
- 7. Adient will shut down its Lozorno plant in 2018
- 8. Twists in development of Vienna and Bratislava
- 9. Product quality laid on the EU table
- 10. Auto sector could learn from Austria
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- 2. Bratislava’s main railway station is getting a face lift
- 3. Twists in development of Vienna and Bratislava
- 4. Two travel bloggers showcase Slovakia Video
- 5. Bahlsen reacts to pressure, cookies will be the same across Europe
- 6. Wizz Air: Luggage changes have to wait until we train our staff
- 7. Ukrainian caught beauty of Nitra in video Video
- 8. FAQ: Buying and selling a property in Slovakia
- 9. Hundred-tonne rock fell on the road near Strečno Video
- 10. Austrian Ambassador: I like almost everything about Slovakia