Food inspections finding fewer errors

January 23, 2015

THERE has been a moderate drop in poor-quality food over the past three years of food inspections, Agriculture and Rural Development Minister Ľubomír Jahnátek told a press conference on January 22.

Lajčák: Extremism, not Islam, is problem

January 23, 2015

SLOVAKIA is ready to take an active part in the process of addressing the problems surrounding religious extremism and terrorism that also hide behind the veneer of Islam, Foreign Minister Miroslav Lajčák said at the meeting with ambassadors from Arabic countries based in Bratislava on January 22

Ombudswoman won’t vote in referendum

January 23, 2015

THREE-times no would be my answer to the three referendum questions if I decided to participate, said Ombudswoman Jana Dubovcová, the TASR reported on January 22.

No Freedom Till We’re Equal, Slovakia’s Referendum

January 23, 2015

The upcoming referendum on the tightening of the legal definition of ‘family’ in Slovakia is a political issue that is causing much public discussion. The interesting aspect of this discussion is that the scope for balance and positivity is relatively low. We can look at examples in the media.

Tuesday 27th – BA English Quiz Night

January 23, 2015

It’s that time again, when we gather to test our wits for the English Quiz Night at Goblins! Make sure to reserve your table early! just call Goblins on 0948582362 to make your reservation.

Czech central bank governor says euro target rate could be extended

January 23, 2015

The governor of the Czech National Bank, Miroslav Singer, has said that the
crown could be held at or above the target rate of 27 crowns to the euro
for longer than originally expected. Singer made the comments in an

Snowy Weekend Expected From Alps to Eastern Europe

January 16, 2015

The same storm that brought gusty winds to the United Kingdom along with rain, and even some snow, to parts of Spain and France midweek will bring snow from the Alps to Eastern Europe this weekend.

Shocking video shows man beaten senseless on bus after asking thugs to stop swearing

January 17, 2015

The gang punched Marek Mirga to the ground and stamped on his head, but none of his fellow passengers came to his aid This shocking video shows commuters sitting by as a fellow bus passenger is savagely beaten by a gang of thugs - and doing nothing to stop the brutal attack.

Tesco gets record fine

January 22, 2015

SLOVAK food inspectors have imposed a record €1 million fine on Tesco, for repeated violations in the sale of food in its Partizánske hypermarket location, but the retailer vows to challenge the fine in court.

Design Slovakia’s EU Presidency Logo

January 22, 2015

The Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs has announced the competition to design Slovakia’s logo for its EU Presidency in the second half of next year, with a cash reward for the lucky winner.

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