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Ukrainian Suspect Arrested for Fake School Bomb Threats in Slovakia and Czech Republic
Mezha
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July 16, 2025
Joint efforts by law enforcement agencies from Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Ukraine led to the arrest in Dnipro of a Ukrainian suspected of sending anonymous bomb threat messages about schools in Slovakia and the Czech Republic. This was...
What NATO Countries Spend On Military, Health, & Education
Zero Hedge
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NATO countries officially agreed to raise their defense expenditures to 5% of their GDP by 2035. But how do their military expenditures compare to what they spend on health and education? This visualization, via Visual Capitalist's Pallavi Rao,...
CEE healthcare remains attractive as private equity investors branch out into dental and pet care
BNE Intellinews
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Two decades after private equity firms first started to bet big on Central Europe’s private healthcare, the sector remains a magnet for investors looking to scale assets and drive consolidation, even amid broader macroeconomic caution. Private...
News digest: Contamination at Bratislava hospital sickened patients. But who’s to blame?
The Slovak Spectator
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July 15, 2025
Good evening. Here is the Tuesday, July 15 edition of Today in Slovakia - the main news of the day in less than five minutes. Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement Toxic chemical in colonoscopies...
What NATO Countries Spend on Military, Health, and Education
Visual Capitalist
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July 15, 2025
See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization What NATO Countries Spend on Military, Health, and Education This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible...
News digest: Bratislava's public transport overhaul as Petržalka tram opens
The Slovak Spectator
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July 14, 2025
Good evening. Here is the Monday, July 14 edition of Today in Slovakia - the main news of the day in a few minutes. Bratislava's tram line 3 to get boost Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement With...
Review: A brooding demon, total Bedlam and the healthiest opera romance of all time from Des Moines Metro Opera
Little Village Magazine - Iowa
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July 14, 2025
Des Moines Metro Opera is nearing the end of an eclectic 53rd season, including beloved classics and lesser-known gems. During this month’s opening holiday weekend, audience members were treated to vocal fireworks onstage with three impressive...
Interview: Paula Ďurinová • Director of Action Item
Cineuropa
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“I wanted to recognise how the politics of destruction, violence and a crumbling democracy affect our mental health” 17/07/2025 - The Slovak-born, Berlin-based director talks about the making of her film, and her shift from character-driven...
Ukraine under Russian attack: defending freedom, protecting children, securing Europe’s future
The Slovak Spectator
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July 17, 2025
Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video advertisement For over 11 years, my country has been the target of brutal Russian aggression, and since 24 February 2022, it has been engaged in a full-scale war that...
The Vlog Squad then and now: who stayed, who left, and why
Briefly
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July 17, 2025
The Vlog Squad exploded onto the digital scene in 2015 with wild energy and close friendships that captivated millions worldwide. From viral pranks to personal controversies, members have come and gone, each leaving their unique mark on the...
Greenpeace protests fossil fuel investment in Greece urging an end to new gas projects
Euronews
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July 17, 2025
By euronews with Greenpeace Published on 17/07/2025 - 13:28 GMT+2 The Greek Coast Guard stopped a three-hour protest by activists from the Greek office of Greenpeace at the FSRU Alexandroupolis floating liquefaction unit on Wednesday....
Trial Begins For Pro-Ukraine Gunman Who Shot Prime Minister of NATO Member Slovakia
Breitbart
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July 11, 2025
Over a year after the shooting of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico the trial of the confessed gunman began this week with expert testimony and shouts of “long live democracy”. 72-year old Juraj Cintula, a former miner and stone mason turned poet...
Democracy Digest: Trial Begins of Man Accused of Trying to Assassinate Slovak PM
Balkan Insight
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July 11, 2025
The Czech authorities confirmed this week they were looking into an undisclosed list of domestic companies suspected of evading anti-Russian sanctions. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in June said that a number of EU companies – including...
A “Hospital-Scrub Green” Bedroom Becomes a Calming Retreat for Just $400
AOL
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ABOUT THIS BEFORE & AFTER This article may contain affiliate links that Yahoo and/or the publisher may receive a commission from if you buy a product or service through those links. HOME TYPE: Historic Home PROJECT TYPE: Bedroom STYLE: Cottage,...
European Commission Updates on Eight Infringement Procedures Against Bulgaria
Bulgarian News Agency
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The European Commission released data Thursday on the progress of eight ongoing infringement procedures against Bulgaria, highlighting serious concerns in the areas of justice, economy, waste management, and environmental protection. According to...
Ivan Dolcek set for Dundee United transfer as Jim Goodwin closes in on ninth summer signing
Daily Record & Sunday Mail
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July 17, 2025
Dundee United are closing in on the signing of Ivan Dolcek. The Tannadice club are looking to sign the winger on an initial loan from Dunajska Streda. United would also have an option to sign the 25-year-old on a permanent basis. Dolcek, who has...
Paulíny Hovorka Architects designs a brutalist Y-shaped haven in rural Slovakia
STIRworld
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Perched at a tranquil edge of Banka village in Slovakia’s Trnava Region, the Banánka House merges minimalist clarity with a grounded silhouette. Designed by architects Martin Paulíny and Braňo Hovorka of Paulíny Hovorka Architects, the...
Slovakia and Hungary hail strong bilateral relations during Presidential visit
Radio Slovakia International
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Slovakia and Hungary reaffirmed their strong bilateral relations during Thursday’s official visit by Hungarian President Tamas Sulyok to Bratislava. President Peter Pellegrini described current ties as the “best ever,” citing close cooperation in...
Slovakia and Czechia sign emergency medical services agreement
Radio Slovakia International
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Slovak Health Minister Kamil Šaško (Hlas-SD) and Czech Health Minister Vlastimil Válek signed a framework agreement on Thursday to boost cross-border cooperation in emergency medical services. The deal allows paramedics from either country to...
Slovakia, Czech Republic sign deal on cross-border emergency medical services
Xinhua News Agency
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BRATISLAVA, July 4 (Xinhua) -- Slovak Health Minister Kamil Sasko and his Czech counterpart Vlastimil Valek signed a framework agreement Friday to enhance cross-border cooperation on emergency medical services, local media reported. Under the...