Spectator.sme.sk - The Slovak Spectator

Slovakia's English-language newspaper covering politics, business, culture, sport and opinion -- with real time news updates.

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Peter Pellegrini's inauguration: What to expect

The inauguration of the sixth Slovak president will take place in Bratislava on Saturday, June 15.

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

Searching for free activities to do in the capital? Visit International Choir Festival on the weekend.

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Finalists in the 24th Via Bona Slovakia Awards

A total of 20 companies were shortlisted in seven categories.

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Fico to receive lifetime pension, public protests to be limited

Party leaders will get extra security following Fico's shooting.

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Ready to 'spring a few surprises'? Slovakia heads to Euro 2024

What are the national team's chances? Foreign journalists weigh in.

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Slovak Matters: Slovak rich in words for ugly

Many Slovak words for ugly have supernatural overtones, as if people might make the sign of the cross at you if you left the house without brushing your hair.

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How the works on the Volvo plant continue

European Commission recently approved state incentives for the carmaker.

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Slovak Roots: reconnecting with the distant past and heritage

Iconic WW2 photo found to depict forgotten Slovak native.

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Environment minister replaces experts with party members

Billions of euros from the EU at stake due to purges.

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Where in Bratislava is there flooring similar to the one on the Titanic?

The Bratislava Tiles and the Art of Material Mimesis exhibition is a continuation of a successful book project about historical tile floors and walls in Bratislava.

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A Slovak American's dream of helping Slovakia qualify for Olympics in lacrosse

Gregory Tears knew his Slovak great-grandfather who came to the US in 1904.

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New attraction near Bratislava: Giant lookout bench

The largest bench not only in Pezinok, but in all western Slovakia.

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