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'Plastics are not that bad': Why isn't Slovakia cutting back on waste?

The Slovakian government is encouraging supermarkets to replace plastic bags with compostable alternatives, but it's easier said than done.

Europe News

MEPs want further investigations into misuse of EU funds in Slovakia

The murder of investigative journalist Jan Kuciak three years ago helped shine a spotlight on shady agricultural fund dealings in Slovakia.

Slovakia

Slovakia extends COVID-19 restrictions amid infection surge

Slovakia extended tight coronavirus restrictions to more parts of the country on Monday as the latest surge of infections intensified.

Slovakia

Slovakian President slams MP for Facebook post about her daughter

Independent MP Tomáš Taraba has been accused of "attacking" the daughter of President Zuzana Čaputová on Facebook.

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Smart Regions

The European project promoting the legacy of an almost forgotten ethnic group

In partnership with the European Commission

An interregional European project called NemoNet is making sure that a lost ethnic group in western Slovakia will not be forgotten by preserving and promoting their legacy and traditions.

Croatia

Croatian police identify mysterious woman found in remote island area

Croatian police say they have identified a mysterious woman found on a remote part of an island as a 57-year-old Slovakian citizen.

World News

'Open your arms to everyone,' Pope tells Orban's Hungary

Viktor Orban's right-wing, anti-immigrant policies clash with Pope Francis’ call for countries to welcome refugees.

Slovakia

Third consecutive Slovakian police chief resigns over legal action

Slovakia's police chief has announced that he will resign after he was accused of abuse of power and obstruction of justice.

Slovakia

After low demand, Slovakia delivers its last doses of Sputnik V

The decision to use Sputnik V divided Slovakian politics and led to the resignation of former prime minister Igor Matovič.

Slovakia

'Fooled by disinformation': Vaccine protests at Slovak parliament

Opposition politicians spoke with the crowds, who were protesting new rules exempting people who have been vaccinated against coronavirus from some restrictions.

Mobility

The convertible AirCar passed its test drive with flying colours

Created by Slovak designers Klein Vision, the AirCar prototype completed a 35-minute flight between Nitra and Bratislava, Slovakia.

World News

Bizarre own-goal helps Spain advance to last 16 at Euro 2020

The victory allowed Spain to advance in second place in Group E with five points, two fewer than Sweden. The result eliminated Slovakia, which needed at least a draw to guarantee its place in the next round.

Slovakia

Slovakia: Parliament backs pension cuts for former communist officials

Slovakia just passed a new law that will reduce the high pensions received by Soviet-era apparatchiks.

World

Making a success of the EU recovery plan: leaders debate the Central European perspective

A rescue package five times larger than the Marshall Plan aims to give relief and resilience to EU economies. Will it be enough?

Slovakia

Bear's fatal attack on man in Slovakia sparks population warning

A 57-year-old man was found dead in a forest in central Slovakia with deep wounds on his body.

Slovakia

Slovakia court dismisses businessman's acquittal in reporter's murder

Kuciak's murder prompted huge street protests unseen since the 1989 anti-Communist Velvet Revolution and a major political crisis.

Slovakia

Skriniar steps up as Slovakia beat Poland 2-1 at Euro 2020

It’s becoming quite the year for the uncompromising centre back, who is coming off playing an integral role for Inter Milan in their title-winning campaign in Italy.

Sport

EURO 2020: This is your quick guide to Slovakia

Slovakia are competing in just their second European Championship, could they go further than the Round of 16 in 2016?

Slovakia

Slovakia suspends use of the AstraZeneca jab for first vaccinations

Slovakia suspends use of the AstraZeneca jab for first-time vaccinations

World News

Euroviews. If the pandemic can't unite Europe's east and west, what can? | View

"The EU divide between its post-Soviet members and western counterparts has long been its Achilles' heel," says GLOBSEC's chief economist Sona Muzikarova. "Even the pandemic has failed to forge more like-mindedness."