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Will Janez Janša take Slovenia down the same populist road as Hungary?

From a young communist to a pacifist, to a wartime defence minister to an avowed liberal, Janša is now widely considered a right-wing hardliner and compared to populist leaders across the continent.

28/10/2020

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Slovenia declares epidemic amid surge in COVID-19 infections

Slovenia has officially declared an epidemic amid a major surge in COVID-19 infections, and new government measures will be imposed.

19/10/2020

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Central European countries tackle plastic packaging dilemma

In partnership with the European Commission

BioComPack-CE, a European Union-supported recycling project, has created prototypes of combined paper and plastic packaging that are biodegradable and compostable. The combinations is usually problematic for recycling.

31/08/2020

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Watch: European leaders discuss post-COVID-19 economy

Many central and eastern European leaders were critical of European solidarity and what they called double standards on the rule of law.

31/08/2020

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Controversial sculpture of Melania Trump set alight in Slovenia

The lifesize portrait caused a stir when it was first revealed last summer, dividing opinion, with some saying it bore no resemblance to the US first lady

09/07/2020

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Anti-government bicycle protest in Ljubljana amid lockdown

Some 3,000 protesters on bicycles staged a protest against Slovenia's centre-right government on Friday, despite gatherings being banned amid a lockdown against the new coronavirus

02/05/2020

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How carnivores are being given new life in Europe

In partnership with the European Commission

A project funded by the European Cohesion Policy is promoting better preservation of and coexistence with the continent's dwindling carnivore populations.

16/03/2020

Slovenia

Ex-comedian Šarec quits as Slovenian PM amid political deadlock

Šarec resigned moments after his finance minister, Andrej Bertoncelj, also quit.

27/01/2020

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Could jellyfish be the answer to fighting ocean pollution?

In partnership with The European Commission

Researchers in Slovenia believe they can take advantage of the proliferation of jellyfish in European seas by using their mucus to trap microplastic particles and help clean up the oceans

20/01/2020

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Donald Trump statue in Slovenia burned down

It was only put up in 2019. Six months later, it's been torched.

09/01/2020

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Rags to riches: uncovering the hidden value in your old clothes

In partnership with The European Commission

What are your used clothes worth? Plenty, say EU researchers, who are turning discarded textiles into materials such as glucose, glycol or acids that can be used in the biochemical industry.

06/01/2020

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Watch: Mine and dine your date for €475 a head in Slovenia

At this former coal mine, customers get a glimpse into the life of a miner along with a three-course meal.

18/11/2019

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New exoskeleton to beat low back pain

In partnership with The European Commission

A gentle push on the knees, a subtle lift on the chest - that's the recipe to relieve low back pain applied by EU researchers developing a new exoskeleton. We put it to the test in a real-life factory.

30/09/2019

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Watch: Donald Trump statue baffles locals in Melania's home nation

An unflattering statue of Donald Trump has been unveiled in the home country of his wife Melania. Earlier this summer a somewhat 'rustic' statue of Melania appeared near her hometown of Sevnica.

30/08/2019

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Tribute or prank? Sculpture of Melania Trump unveiled in Slovenia

A life-size rough wooden sculpture of U.S. first lady Melania Trump was unveiled near her hometown of Sevnica in southeastern Slovenia on Friday.

06/07/2019

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Watch: Floating turntable keeps vinyl up to date

Powered by magnets, the €2,460 platter floats as it plays music. The designer says the lack of motor makes for a crisper, clearer sound.

24/06/2019

Slovenia

EU is 'built on anti-fascism' not Christian values, says Violeta Tomic

"I think it (the EU) is built on anti-fascism because after the Second World War we finally find out that it is peace that we want to keep inside of Europe," Tomic told Euronews.

30/04/2019

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Woman in Slovenia 'cuts off own hand with saw for insurance payout'

A woman was arrested in Slovenia for fraud after cutting her hand off with a circular saw in a bid to land an insurance payout, police say.

12/03/2019

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A sandwich cost a Slovenian MP his job

"I made a mistake," Darij Krajcic told Euronews.

15/02/2019

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Slovenia is first NATO state to appoint female army chief

Major General Alenka Ermenc now leads the country's 7,500 troops.

28/11/2018

Slovenia

Watch: Masked armed group in Slovenia pledges to ‘secure order’

Footage of an armed group being led through training drills by a fringe politician has sparked concern in Slovenia.

04/09/2018

Slovenia

Watch: Slovenians gather to set Guinness World Record in scything

Some 570 people gathered to participate in the event, with Slovenian President Borut Pahor also in attendance.

14/08/2018

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How the most modern waste treatment centre changed Slovenia

In partnership with the European Commission

The RCERO the waste treatment centre in the Slovenian capital is the most modern and one of the largest in Europe. It handles the waste of 58 municipalities.

20/06/2018

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Slovenia faces coalition tussle after anti-immigrant party tops vote

It's thought the Slovenia Democratic Party may struggle to find coalition partners for government, after it emerged as the largest party in Sunday's parliamentary election.

04/06/2018

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Slovenia polls open

Nationalists forecast to perform well in elections brought on by Prime Minister's resignation

03/06/2018

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Anti-immigration party set to gain most votes in Slovenia

Janez Janša, has seen an increase in support since hundreds of thousands of migrants crossed Slovenia to Western Europe two years ago.

02/06/2018