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Medieval gold ring unearthed in Slovakia holds Sri Lankan surprise
The Slovak Spectator
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July 2, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement A striking 18-carat gold ring adorned with a deep red-purple sapphire, likely sourced from Sri Lanka, has been uncovered by archaeologists at Pustý hrad...
Hiring is easy. Integration is where Slovak firms fall short
The Slovak Spectator
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July 2, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement The number of foreign nationals working in Slovakia has reached a new high, with more than 120,000 registered at the end of May 2025. As the country faces...
In Europe, the socialists are backed into a corner as the right flexes its power
Il Manifesto
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July 2, 2025
Investing more in defense at the expense of the welfare state – as Latvia admitted openly last week – and then “defending” Europe from migrants: the main issues now debated inside the European Union lie far outside the left’s cultural universe, a...
OSCE ambassadors visit Kyiv for first time in eight years
Ukrainska Pravda
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The OSCE ambassadors. Photo: Office of the President of Ukraine A delegation of permanent representatives of the Organisation for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) has visited Kyiv for the first time in eight years. Source: Suspilne, a...
European Commission to send delegation to Slovakia — Politico
TASS
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July 2, 2025
BRUSSELS, July 2. /TASS/. The European Commission will send a delegation to Slovakia on July 3 to negotiate the 18th package of anti-Russian sanctions with Bratislava, the Politico news outlet said, citing an EU diplomat. Leaders of the EU...
Slovakia to Ask to Postpone Anti-Russia Sanctions Until Receiving Gas Guarantees - Fico
Sputnik News
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July 1, 2025
https://sputnikglobe.com/20250701/slovakia-to-ask-to-postpone-anti-russia-sanctions-until-receiving-gas-guarantees---fico-1122369509.html Slovakia to Ask to Postpone Anti-Russia Sanctions Until Receiving Gas Guarantees - Fico Slovakia to Ask to...
New personal best for Limerick swimmer at the European Junior Championships in Slovakia
Limerick Leader
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July 2, 2025
TEENAGE Limerick swimmer Denis O'Brien set a new personal best for the 200m freestyle at the European Aquatics Junior Championships in Slovakia. The Mungret man, who swims out of the National Centre in Limerick, secured a new pb of 1:51.80 for the...
‘Robot lollipop lady’ tested in Slovakia to guide kids across roads
The Slovak Spectator
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July 2, 2025
A humanoid robot designed to help children cross the road has been tested in Bratislava, in a pilot aimed at exploring how machines could improve safety in cities increasingly shaped by automation. Article continues after video advertisement...
Final discussions underway with Slovakia on 18th package of anti-Russian sanctions — Merz
TASS
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July 1, 2025
BERLIN, July 1. /TASS/. Negotiations with the Slovak government on the 18th package of anti-Russian sanctions have entered a crucial phase, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said in an interview with ARD TV channel. "New sanctions, the 18th...
Women Socca shine in Budapest championship
Oman Observer
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July 1, 2025
MUSCAT, JULY 1 The International Women’s Socca Championship, held in the Hungarian capital Budapest from June 27 to 29, witnessed an impressive performance by Oman Socca Team, representing the Sultanate of Oman and the Middle East in six side...
Kia's first electric hatchback EV4 debuts with up to 388-mile range; £34,695 starting price
Notebook Check
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July 1, 2025
Kia has officially launched its first electric hatchback in the UK. The EV4 promises the longest range of all the company's battery-powered models to date. Kia released the sedan version in its home market in April and has already topped the list...
Personal Best not enough for Ards Swimming Club star Grace Davison in Slovakia
Belfast Telegraph
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July 1, 2025
Ards Swimming Club star Grace Davison just missed out on a place in the Final by seven hundredths of a second, despite a personal best in the 200m freestyle at the European Aquatics Junior Championships in Slovakia, The Paris Olympian, whose best...
Slovak President Urges EU to Resume Negotiations with Moscow
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has urged European Union countries to resume direct negotiations with Moscow, emphasizing that NATO military spending should prioritize national needs instead of being driven by fear of Russia. “We need...
Kia’s first electric hatchback is here and it has nearly 400 miles range: Meet the EV4 hatch
Electrek
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July 1, 2025
Who said hatchbacks are going out of style? Kia’s first electric hatchback, the EV4, went on sale in the UK on Monday, offering the longest driving range of any of its EVs to date. Here’s a full breakdown of prices and specs. Meet the EV4, Kia’s...
Slovak President Urges Renewed Russia Dialogue
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Slovak President Peter Pellegrini has urged the European Union to resume direct discussions with Moscow, emphasizing that NATO's defense expenditure should align with domestic priorities rather than anxiety about Russia. Speaking to a...
Sunderland latest on Matthis Abline after Nantes talks - as attacking decision nears
The Northern Echo
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Abline is one of number of potential forward additions currently being assessed by the Black Cats’ recruitment team, which is being led by sporting director Kristjaan Speakman. The French media are reporting that the Black Cats have tabled a €20m...
NATO needs more ammunition, military equipment; BiH offers its capacities
N1 Info - Bosnia & Herzegovina
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In the first quarter of this year, BiH exported ammunition and military equipment worth around €87 million, a 42% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The largest buyers were the United States, Saudi Arabia, Slovakia, the Czech Republic,...
Slovakia’s Foreign Minister Calls to Forgive Russia, Ukraine Responds Strongly
Mezha
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June 30, 2025
As reported by the Slovak broadcaster STVR Slovak Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár expressed the view that Russia can be “forgiven for everything that has happened.” He voiced this position on the Slovak TV channel STVR, emphasizing the importance of...
All Systems Go For NHL Players’ Return To 2026 Winter Olympics
Forbes
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Canada's Nathan MacKinnon of Team Canada and Dylan Larkin of Team USA will be among the NHL players ... More with the opportunity to play at the Olympics for the first time in 2026. (Photo by Vitor Munhoz/4NFO/World Cup of Hockey via Getty...
Justice Department Drops the Hammer on White Supremacist Murder-for-Hire Plot
Townhall
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July 4, 2025
The Justice Department announced an indictment against a young man with ties to a white supremacist group that is suspected of trying to murder high-profile individuals. 24-year-old Noah Lamb is facing eight counts related to a conspiracy to hire...