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Marianka’s 'moony' pub
Manipulating photos before computers existed.
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‘We have everything except the sea.’ What Liptov could do better
From safer cycling routes to better parking, local businesses have ideas for improving the visitor experience.
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From cargo cranes to skyscrapers. Bratislava picks winning design for its old port
A Swiss-led team won a competition to transform 65 hectares beside the Danube.
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The family in northern Slovakia that spends its days caring for wild animals
A round-up of uplifting stories from Slovakia.
11/6/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →
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A mediaeval church lost its roof 140 years ago. Volunteers now care for its ruins
The Church of Saints Cosmas and Damian is among the oldest religious monuments in the Orava region.
11/4/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →
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At 17, she spent a week queuing outside the Foreigners’ Police. Now she helps others navigate Slovakia
From housing shortages to legal paperwork, Yana Prokopovych helps newcomers tackle the practical and emotional challenges of starting over.
11/3/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →
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How children find their confidence through the arts
Music, dance, drama, art and design give students opportunities to discover their talents and express themselves.
11/3/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →
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Slovak roots: a letter, a homecoming and a love for Orava
Read about Paul Newman’s correspondence with his relatives, an American considering a move to Slovakia, and a Lithuanian making a life in the country’s north.
11/2/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →
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A history of schooling in Pukanec
The town flip-flopped on whether Catholic and Protestant children should be taught together.
10/30/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →
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A young Ukrainian is bringing children together in Nitra – through crochet
A round-up of uplifting stories from Slovakia.
10/30/2026 · Read at The Slovak Spectator →