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Slovakia Marks the Anniversary of General Štefánik’s Death with a Commemorative Day

Slovakia is marking 107 years since the death of Milan Rastislav Štefánik, one of the key figures behind the creation of Czechoslovakia.

Gasoline and Diesel Already More Expensive In Slovakia than In Neighbouring Countries; They are Cheaper only Compared to Austria

Fuel prices in Slovakia remain higher than in most neighbouring countries. Last week, diesel averaged 1 euro 78 cents per litre, while gasoline stood at 1 euro 68.

Construction of Hospital in Prešov Suspended Due to Serious Defects, Completion will be Delayed Several Months

Construction of the military hospital in Prešov, eastern Slovakia, has been suspended due to serious structural defects. Defense Minister Robert Kaliňák (SMER-SD) says the extent of the damage is still ...

Slovak Under-18 Hockey Team Wins Silver medal

The Slovak U18 national hockey team came within a hair’s breadth of a historic gold medal after delivering a superb team performance at the World Championship on home ice.

EU Commission Launches Legal Action Over Fuel Price Discrimination

The European Commission announced in its regular monthly package of infringement decisions the legal steps it is taking against member states that fail to meet their obligations under EU law. In April, ...

Global Media Freedom at 25-Year Low, Says Reporter Without Borders

Media freedom worldwide is at its lowest level in the past 25 years, according to its regular report by the international NGO Reporters Without Borders (RSF).

Supreme Court Confirms 21-Year Sentence for Attack on PM Fico

The Supreme Court of the Slovak Republic has upheld a 21-year prison sentence for shooter Juraj Cintula over the attempted assassination of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.

Trenčín Castle Receives European Heritage Label in Brussels Ceremony

Trenčín Castle was officially included among sites awarded the European Heritage Label (EHL) at a ceremony in Brussels on April 22, according to Katarína Špačková, PR manager of the Trenčín Museum.

Slovak U18 Hockey Team Reaches Semifinals at World Championship

President Opens Honorary Consulate in Dubrovnik, Announces Slovakia to Host Next Three Seas Initiative Summit

On Tuesday, President Peter Pellegrini officially opened a Slovak honorary consulate in the city of Dubrovnik in Croatia, where he is attending the 11th Three Seas Initiative Summit. In addition to the ...