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Former health minister Vladimír Lengvarský.

European prosecutor is investigating alleged corruption at Slovak hospitals

The investigation affects a €212-million funding call for projects paid from the EU Recovery Plan.

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners

Tips for events between February 8 and February 14.

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News digest: Slovaks protest in 50 cities, with up to 45,000 people gathering in Bratislava

Homeless people speak about being abused at a Bratislava shopping mall.

University of Economics in Bratislava

New higher education legislation aims at better management of universities 

Opposition says amendment will drive more young people out of the country. 

Daniel Bombic (the second) enters the courtroom on February 6, 2025. Ahead of him walks his defence lawyer, David Lindtner. Behind Bombic is MEP Judita Laššáková.

No custody for extremist Bombic. Court lets him walk with an ankle monitor

Defence minister’s law firm is footing the bill for Bombic’s housing, court hears.

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Weekend: It's all Lego, miniatures, fun and games

Here's what to do during the weekend of February 7-9.

Prime Minister Robert Fico

News digest: As cabinet reshuffle looms, PM Fico is MIA

Actors ‘come clean’ – jokingly admit they are controlled by foreign powers.

Slovenský plynárenský priemysel (SPP)

Slovakia stays loyal to Gazprom as Russian gas starts flowing via TurkStream

Deliveries set to soar from April, says SPP gas supplier.

Telgárt in central Slovakia
Rudy Bies was born in Ontario in 1938 to Slovak parents as one of seven brothers and sisters.

How Slovaks built a new home in the Canadian wilderness

Although nearly deserted, Bradlo remains a poignant symbol of the Slovak immigrant experience in Canada between the world wars.

Rudy Bies
The Ondrej Nepela ice-hockey stadium

3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days

Set out on a small hike to Veľká Baňa or join the traditional Ice Carnival for families with children.

Trnava bell tower

Trnava found safety in heights

The bell tower guardian's rooster functioned as an alarm clock.

Branislav Chovan
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Adam Novosad
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Volkswagen Passat was the first model ever to be produced in Bratislava after Volkswagen started vehicle production in Slovakia in 1991.

If introduced, US tariffs would hit Slovakia significantly

Automotive industry would be affected the most.  

Under the latest fiscal consolidation measures, Slovakia’s child tax bonus is being reduced or eliminated for higher-income households.

Earning abroad? You could lose your child tax bonus

Employers left confused by unclear tax rules. The Finance Ministry forced to clarify who still qualifies.

Bibiana in Bratislava.

News digest: Illustrators to boycott major contest over storm in Bibiana

Health legislation passed in parliament, how possible US tarrifs would hit Slovakia, and tip for a scale model event.

A protest in Humenné, eastern Slovakia. The caption reads "Leave the government, not EU and NATO.

Dissatisfaction growing in eastern Slovakia, Smer bastions join protests

Protests in small towns require courage, says political scientist.

Anikó Vargová in the Bratislava Heart play.

She almost worked as milkmaid. Güntherová-Mayerová saved Betliar manor house

The moving story of one of Slovakia’s first professional conservationists is brought to life in a play.

Nová Cvernovka in the building of the former chemical industry on Račianská street

Thanks to a map and Bratislava markets, Slovak creators are easily traceable

The most popular creative hub, Nová Cvernovka, is just a few minutes away from downton Bratislava.

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