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Bratislava launches new tram line in Petržalka
Radio Slovakia International
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A major new tram line has officially opened in Bratislava’s Petržalka borough, completing the second stage of the city's biggest transport project. The tram now runs to the southern end of Petržalka, marking the end of more than three and a half...
Grave found during motorway construction stuns Slovakia and beyond
The Slovak Spectator
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July 29, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Back in the 7th century, this man belonged to the upper echelons of Avar society—a member of the heavy cavalry, the military elite of the their army. Upon his...
Sino-EU partnership drives green transformation in Europe
China Daily
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China-Europe green cooperation is injecting fresh impetus into the environmentally friendly transformation of economies across Europe, promoting joint green development between both sides, industry insiders said. A modern power battery plant,...
CSG acquires majority stake in arms manufacturer ZVI Vsetín, a traditional Czech producer of medium caliber ammunition
CZDEFENCE
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MSM Group, the Slovak subsidiary of the industrial group CSG, has signed a purchase agreement with the MPI Group to acquire ZVI a.s., a Czech manufacturer primarily focused on medium-caliber ammunition in 20mm and 30mm calibers. The transaction...
Slovakia Removes 7,400 Tons of Soviet Nuclear Waste as Officials Admit “We’ve Been Sitting on a Toxic Time Bomb”
Sustainability Times
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July 27, 2025
IN A NUTSHELL 🔋 Slovakia has completed the decommissioning of two Soviet-era Bohunice V1 reactors, marking a major milestone in its energy sector. 💼 The project involved the removal of nearly 7,400 tons of radioactive waste, with international...
Actress Ione Skye recalls the night that her ex-boyfriend, Red Hot Chili Peppers' Anthony Kiedis, learned that guitarist Hillel Slovak had died of a heroin overdose
Classic Rock
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July 28, 2025
On June 25, 1988, Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist Hillel Slovak died at home in Los Angeles as the result of an accidental heroin overdose. Slovak, who was a founding member of the Californian punk-funk band, was 26. At the time, Slovak's best...
News digest: In surprising twist, case into infamous raid in Roma settlement reopened
The Slovak Spectator
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July 30, 2025
Good evening. Here is the Wednesday, July 30 edition of Today in Slovakia - the main news of the day in a few minutes. Police raid in Roma settlement faces new investigation Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video...
Westinghouse to develop energy storage in Slovakia
Radio Slovakia International
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Slovakia may soon host Europe’s first commercial pumped thermal energy storage system (PTES). On Friday, US-based Westinghouse Electric Company signed a memorandum of understanding with Slovakia’s state-owned Water Management Construction company...
Romania’s Softronic to deliver locomotives to RS Lease Slovakia
Romania Insider
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July 28, 2025
Romanian locomotive manufacturer Softronic Craiova has signed a contract with RS Lease Slovakia for the delivery of two Transmontana locomotives, which will be produced in the Craiova plant and delivered in the first half of 2026. The six-axle...
BiH’s Military Industry Shows No Signs of Slowing Down
Sarajevo Times
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July 28, 2025
Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) exported weapons and ammunition worth 238.6 million BAM in the first half of 2025. This is 33.6 percent more compared to the first half of last year, continuing the growth trend despite the new United States (U.S.)...
From Olympic visions to red numbers: The rise and struggle of Šamorín sports centre
The Slovak Spectator
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July 30, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Not long ago, you could learn on The Slovak Spectator that athletes from Australia were travelling all the way to Šamorín. The draw? The X-Bionic Sphere sports...
Zrinjski vs Slovan Bratislava Prediction and Betting Tips | July 29th 2025
Sportskeeda
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July 27, 2025
Zrinjski will host Slovan Bratislava at the Stadion pod Bijelim Brijegom on Tuesday in the second leg of their 2025-26 second-round UEFA Champions League qualifying campaign. The hosts will remain hopeful to put up a historic performance and avoid...
Slovak nuclear plan sparks political divide
Radio Slovakia International
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Slovakia’s proposed €15 billion nuclear project at Jaslovské Bohunice has divided its political scene. The government argues the new 1,200 MW block is essential to meet rising electricity needs and maintain economic competitiveness. In contrast,...
Ukraine expects EU's 19th sanctions package to target Russian shadow fleet and military-industrial complex
Ukrainska Pravda
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Stock Photo: Getty Images Ukraine expects the EU’s 19th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation to target shadow fleet captains, the military-industrial complex and financial transactions. Source: Vladyslav Vlasiuk, President Volodymyr...
Alternative getaways (2): Slovakia – nature, culture, and enjoyment in the heart of Europe
RTL Today
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July 27, 2025
With revamped parks, historic cities, and a lively spa culture, Slovakia is fast becoming a go-to for more than the usual summer getaway. We have officially kicked off the summer and with it our colleagues from RTL Radio launched their series on...
VINCI - First Half 2025 Financial Results
MENAFN
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July 30, 2025
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) Nanterre, 30 July 2025 FIRST HALF 2025 FINANCIAL RESULTS Revenue up 3%, driven by Concessions (up 8%) and Energy Solutions (up 6%) Higher Ebitda and operating earnings in all business lines Net income close to that...
Where Macron’s Ukraine rhetoric falls short of action
The Kyiv Independent
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July 30, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron in Cairo, Egypt, on April 7, 2025. (Ludovic Marin / Pool / AFP via Getty Images) President Emmanuel Macron's hawkish and vocal advocacy for Ukraine's defense has gone hand-in-hand with French avoidance or delay of...
Slovak firm accused of breaching EU sanctions by exporting bearings to Russia
The Slovak Spectator
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July 24, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Slovak manufacturer Kinex Bearings is facing allegations of breaching European Union sanctions by continuing to supply bearings to Russia, according to...
Why Geothermal Energy Is Garnering So Much Attention
Oil Price
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July 26, 2025
Geothermal energy holds massive potential to disrupt global energy markets and provide nearly limitless and constant clean energy. Unlike solar and wind energy, which rely on climatic factors outside of human control, the heat from the Earth’s...
Bulgaria’s Parliamentary Chair Engages in Diplomatic Meetings at Global Speakers’ Conference
Bulgarian News Agency
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During the Sixth World Conference of Speakers of Parliament in Geneva, Bulgaria’s National Assembly Chair Nataliya Kiselova held a series of high-level bilateral meetings with counterparts from France, Israel, Slovakia, Albania, Tajikistan, and...