Slovak Spectator

News digest: Huge protests sweep Slovakia; 60,000 people gather in the capital
PM Fico blames a cyberattack on his opponents, while his coalition partner ousts two MPs.

Popular car museum in central Slovakia acquires another unique exhibit
The futuristic Bertone-designed sports car is still breathtaking, 55 years after it was first unveiled.

Traditional Slovak embroidery finds a new canvas: The human body
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Dream come true. One Slovak’s developer journey from PlayStation to restoring beloved games
Monika Erősová led the remastering of legendary game series.

Postcard from the east
In which your correspondent visits a library, and dodges a wolf.

Weekend: Winter sports beckon
Fancy going icefall climbing or cross-country skiing? Here's what to do during the weekend of January 24-26.

Architect Dedeček called himself 'a carpenter in the age of concrete'
The SNG’s premises are part of the exhibition itself. 

Memorial to victims of the Iron Curtain in Bratislava is stolen
It was installed only last November, on the occasion of the 35th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution.

News digest: Fico sees coup plot behind protests, but Slovaks take to the streets anyway
Protests are taking place across Slovakia on Friday.

New restaurant in Bratislava’s historic port building will open in March
Medusa breathes new life into Warehouse No. 7 with its €3 million Dock7 venue.

Pro-Russian group urges supporters to prepare for a nationwide “cleansing”
Brat za brata also advocates for Slovakia’s withdrawal from the EU.

Fico looks to Orbán but can’t tame the streets 
Fico is attempting to intimidate protest organisers or provoke violence.

Foreigners’ Police postpones weekend opening, announces extended hours
Plans to open the Bratislava office on January 25 have been postponed.

Top 10 events in Bratislava for foreigners
Tips for events between January 25 and January 31.

Slovak astronomer helps discover star destroying its system
Observations from High Tatras helped new study.

3 things to do in Bratislava for free in the next seven days
Discover modern Japanese cinema or enjoy the beauty of music with inspiring conversations

News digest: Two threats to schools in one day after knife attack last week
Will 2025 lead to changes, an exhibition of Nordic films. Learn more in today's digest.

From millions of euros in sales to €37. German company stops its Slovak plant
Lindenmaier Slovakia operated in Šurany for more than 30 years.

Culture minister accuses actors of trying to overthrow government
Actors demand that the minister substantiate her claim.

Slovakia is one of the largest malt exporters in the EU and in the world
Local production of malting barley does not cover the demand.