Culture Tips: Weekend of October 3

The latest culture tips from around Slovakia and the world. INTERNATIONAL Roman Ondak in New York Until October 25, visitors in New York can view works by Roman Ondak, one of Slovakia’s most internationally acclaimed contemporary artists. His...

The myth of cheap Russian gas: How come Slovaks pay so much more than Czechs?

Prime Minister Robert Fico has long insisted that Slovakia cannot survive without Russian gas, claiming it is cheaper than supplies from other sources. The reality, however, looks rather different. Article continues after video advertisement...

Michael O’Neill hungry for Northern Ireland to set early tone in double-header by beating Slovakia

Northern Ireland enter the double header in second place on three points, behind leaders Slovakia who have six and are surprisingly ahead of favourites Germany on goals scored with Luxembourg still to register a point. With Germany expected to...

Fulham’s Josh King handed first call-up to England Under-21s

England Under-21s boss Lee Carsley has handed Fulham midfielder Josh King his first call-up for the Euro 2027 qualifiers against Moldova and Andorra. King, 18, was with the Under-19s during the last international break, but some impressive...

European Media Digest Implications of Possible Election Victory For Babis

Media outlets around Europe have been analysing the potential outcomes of this weekend’s Czech general election, and their likely implications for the political direction of the Czech Republic and its place in the EU. They generally consider the...

Solar became the EU’s main source of electricity for the first time this June

Published on 02/10/2025 - 16:43 GMT+2 In a huge victory for green energy, more than half of net electricity generated in the European Union came from renewable sources in the second quarter of 2025. Data from Eurostat shows that renewable energy...

Road trip diaries: Art and inspiration between Hungary and Slovakia

There’s something magical about a road trip with your best friend, especially when it crosses borders. Two girls, one car, endless possibilities. The thrill starts the moment you leave the familiar streets behind and let the road guide you through...

Siemens wins first Vectron order from Turkey

SIEMENS Mobility has announced the first order for its Vectron platform from Turkey, under which freight operator Akdoğan Train Cargo will take delivery of five Vectron MS multi-system electric locomotives, designed to operate at up to 200km/h....

Mustangs Finish First Day of ITA

WICHITA FALLS, TX - The 2025 ITA DII Men's South Central Regional Championships saw a hard-fought match from Yannik Rogulski (Madunice, Slovakia/Archbishop's High School of Bishop P. Jantausch), where he emerged the victor with 6-1, 6-4. The...

Slovakia receives seven out of 14 US-promised F-16 Block 70 fighter jets — agency

BRATISLAVA, October 3. /TASS/. Slovakia has received seven of the 14 purchased US F-16 Block 70 fighter jets, TASR news agency reported on Friday. "Two F-16 Block 70 fighter jets, one single-seat and one double-seat, landed at the Malacky Air Base...

Morning Roundup: Historic royal succession today, mass protests over Gaza flotilla interception, and Taylor Swift's latest album drops

The Today Radio news team brings you the latest headlines for Friday, 3 October. Luxembourg & Greater Region ROYAL SUCCESSION – The big day is here and we will have a new Grand Duke later this morning. The accession to the throne will be marked by...

BRAVIE BLOW ROCKS SLOVAKIA CAREER: Crippled by horror knee

Fungai Muderere Zimpapers Sports Hub A HORROR knee injury has slammed the brakes on the career of Slovakia-based former Chicken Inn and Talen Vision midfielder Bravie Sibanda, who has been forced onto crutches after surgery. The 27-year-old FKM...

VISEGRAD BLOG: Will Czechia drift into Slovak and Hungarian direction after this week’s elections?

Czechia’s largest opposition party, billionaire ex-prime minister Andrej Babiš’ populist ANO, is widely expected to win the parliamentary elections scheduled for October 3-4. This would be a remarkable comeback after Babiš was narrowly ousted by a...

Developing Europeans’ digital skills: learning from the best

This article was first published on EU Tech Loop and has been shared on Euronews as part of an agreement with EU Tech Loop. On average, fewer than 60 per cent of Europeans have at least basic digital skills, and fewer than 30 per cent have...

Sofia to Participate in European Homeless Census for the First Time

For the first time, Sofia will be included in the European Commission’s annual homeless census, which has been conducted across Europe since 2007, BNR reported. In Bulgaria, the initiative is organized jointly by the Sofia Municipality and the...

Historic royal succession today, mass protests over Gaza flotilla interception, and Taylor Swift's latest album drops

The Today Radio news team brings you the latest headlines for Friday, 3 October. Luxembourg & Greater Region ROYAL SUCCESSION – The big day is here and we will have a new Grand Duke later this morning. The accession to the throne will be marked by...

See Slovakia’s first robot-built home rise, brick by brick

3. October 2025 at 08:00 A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia. News: Receive notifications about new articles by email. Try the new feature and turn on the subscription. WLTR, aka Walter, a bricklaying robot, is now helping to...

Czechs Head To Polls With Billionaire Ex-premier Tipped To Come First

Czechs will cast ballots on Friday and Saturday in a general election which the party of self-described "Trumpist" Andrej Babis is expected to top, though without getting a majority. A possible return to power of the billionaire ex-premier could...

These Are the Best Cruises for Solo Travelers

Traveling alone can be tricky. I love the total independence, but even after decades of solo globe-trotting, I still occasionally get that wistful “I wish I had someone to share this with” feeling. Group tours, which many solo travelers opt for,...

Slovakia Faces Rising Inflation and Widening Budget Deficit Amid Growing Expenditures

Slovakia’s state budget recorded a cash deficit of €3.777 billion by the end of September, marking a year-on-year deterioration of €1.1 billion (41%), while inflation accelerated to 4.6% in the same month, placing the country alongside Croatia as...