Slovak Spectator

News digest: Two years in, what kind of president has Peter Pellegrini been?
Indian PM visits Slovakia, an interview with Francis Fukuyama, and a new route connecting Prague and the High Tatras.

Would you spend the night beside a beehive? New attraction offers an unusual escape
Bee Paradise combines apitherapy with honey-making and beekeeping activities.

What Orbán’s defeat means for Central Europe
Francis Fukuyama on Robert Fico, Donald Trump and why he believes the populist tide may be turning.

Where to get great langoš in and around Bratislava
Creative toppings, loyal followings and thousands of positive reviews have made these venues local favourites.

Recruiters are learning that hiring is the easy part
Labour shortages are shifting the focus to housing, integration and retention.

Slovakia wants a bigger role in Europe’s turn towards India
Modi’s visit offers Bratislava a chance to expand trade, attract investment and strengthen ties with a rising global power.

Travel warning for Bratislava as Indian PM Narendra Modi visits Slovakia
A series of road closures and public transport disruptions will affect commuters throughout Monday and Tuesday.

The end of ‘PowerPoint managers’: Firms shift focus to execution (ranking executive search firms)
A polished CV is no longer enough.

Last Week: Pellegrini cannot take off his “Mr Available” hat just yet
After a thin record of achievement in his first two years as president, he seems focused on re-election in 2029. 

Quality firms under pressure: Manufacturers want more for less
Manufacturers are pushing quality service providers to go beyond product checks.

News digest: Hlas is suddenly in favour of parliament-slaying referendums. It's not clear why
Bratislava Airport reports its biggest month ever, weekend transport disruptions expected around Bratislava, and a human-trafficking case involving foreign workers in Bratislava.

From seven hours to 60 minutes. Budget airline launches new flights between Prague and the Tatras
Wizz Air’s new Prague-Poprad route will start in October.

New Prague train, extra sleeper services and Poland route return in rail timetable shake-up
The changes, which take effect from 14 June, also include adjustments to services to Ukraine, Switzerland and the Czech Republic.

Central bank retreat used for governor’s partner’s birthday party
The National Bank of Slovakia says governor Peter Kažimír paid for the event himself, but has not disclosed the cost.

Taraxacum, Trnava – follow the giant dandelions
This ambitious newcomer serves excellent steaks, thoughtful vegetarian cooking and some of the best starters we’ve eaten all year.

Want a plastic card?
Pay up. Banks are pushing clients towards digital cards.

The Brit helping people see Slovakia’s bears through a different lens
A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

News digest: Brussels wants answers on Slovakia’s frozen LGBT+ grant
A Slovak composer wins a major music award, our picks for free events in Bratislava, and Slovak Paradise temporarily closes all gorges.

In the end, only crumbs may arrive for military aid sent to Ukraine
"We will have to wait," an EU diplomat said.

3 free things to do in Bratislava in the next seven days
A celebration of choral tradition, community craft or international vocal music.