Slovakia Highlights
In Košice, they linked parking with public transport. With one ticket you can travel throughout the whole city
In Košice, since May 1, a P+R system has been operating at the parking lot by the Amphitheater, cleverly linking parking with public transport. With a single ticket, drivers can conveniently park and then travel throughout the entire city. It’s great news for easier commuting, less stress in the city center, and smoother traffic.
Lefkada will surprise you: Its beaches rank among the top in Europe
The Greek island of Lefkada offers some of the most beautiful beaches in the Ionian Sea, hidden beneath impressive limestone cliffs on the steep western coast. Photogenic scenery that ranks among Europe’s best makes Lefkada great news for all lovers of the sea and unforgettable views. CK FISCHER brings you a selection of the most beautiful places on the island.
AI agents: how process automation saves Slovak companies money
AI agents help Slovak companies not only automate processes and save hours of work, but also reduce costs. At the same time, they support acquiring new customers and increasing revenue, which brings small and medium-sized enterprises more stability and room for growth. Autonomous automation thus positively changes the way companies operate and compete in the market.
Drucker and Šaško after the hospital inspections: Construction in Martin and Banská Bystrica is proceeding according to plan, the concrete quality is one hundred percent
The inspection showed that the construction of the new hospitals in both Martin and Banská Bystrica, financed from the Slovak Republic’s Recovery and Resilience Plan, is progressing as planned and without complications. All milestones to date have been met and the quality of the concrete is one hundred percent, which is great news for safe and modern healthcare.
Consumers rated the new products of COOP Jednota’s private labels in the Consumers’ Choice 2026 program
COOP Jednota succeeded in the Consumers’ Choice 2026 program with new products from its own private labels, which have won the favor of Slovak customers. This is good news because it confirms growing trust in quality domestic products and offers consumers a more attractive selection.
Stories of seven Slovaks with a shared past: Sýkora and Mešár are achieving at the World Championship what they set out to do as juniors
The article presents the stories of seven Slovak hockey players with a shared junior past who are fulfilling at the World Championship the goals they set for themselves in their youth. Although Slovakia was eliminated in the quarterfinals after overtime by Finland 3–4 at the 2024 U20 World Championship in Gothenburg, players such as Sýkora, Gajan, and Štrbák show determination to learn from it and continue to grow, which is a great promise for the future.
Eggs, cottage cheese, meat. How protein became an unavoidable trend (Weekend without politics)
The article offers pleasant weekend reading without politics and explains how protein became an ubiquitous trend. It points out popular sources of protein, such as eggs, curd cheese, or meat, and suggests why more and more people are interested in them today. This is good news because it promotes more informed and healthier eating.
VIDEO: The Dobšiná Ice Cave is open again, for four months
The Dobšiná Ice Cave in the Slovak Paradise has reopened to the public for four months after a seasonal closure. Along with it, the Demänová Ice Cave in Liptov has also been made accessible, which is great news for tourists and nature lovers who can once again enjoy Slovakia’s unique icy beauties.
A woman from Bratislava teaches people to slow down while renovating a clay house in the Kopanice region
Bratislava native Mária Pružincová, while renovating a clay house in the kopanice, teaches people to slow down and believe that “slow and steady goes further.” She emphasizes that a patient approach helps not only in reconstruction but also in building strong interpersonal relationships. It is an encouraging message about a return to sustainability, calm, and community cohesion.
Laco, Marcinko, Švarný: The Pospíšil brothers will be leaders. Kristián needs emotions; without them he doesn’t play as well
The Slovak hockey players successfully opened the World Championship with a 2–1 win over Norway, with captain Marek Hrivík scoring the decisive goal in the third period. Kristián Pospíšil added Slovakia’s first goal of the tournament after combining with his brother Martin, which promises a strong leadership duo. The team has a great start and continues on Sunday against Italy.
I’m trying to show that the human body is not disconnected from nature, says painter Lilla Gombos
Visual artist and doctoral student at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava, Lilla Gombos, used a month-long residency in Banská Štiavnica to search for new forms and her own creative rhythm even under limited conditions. In the interview, she explains how she connects the human body with nature and also works with the aesthetics of body horror to show their inseparability. It is an encouraging example of creative resilience and the meaningful development of contemporary art in Slovakia.
High 5ive: Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the passing on of the fire
The article offers a regular personal selection of interesting endeavors from the sea of (pop) culture that are worth paying attention to. In a positive spirit, it reminds us that tradition is not just remembering the past, but passing inspiration on. It is good news for readers who are looking for new tips and cultural impulses.
A scientist who lived in a Congolese hunter-gatherer community: They consider praising or disparaging property to be awkward and pointless
Anthropologist Daša Bombjaková spent more than a year among the BaYaka hunter-gatherers in a remote part of the Republic of the Congo, which she reached via a demanding journey lasting several weeks through rivers and rainforest. Her experience offers a valuable insight into a culture that does not consider praising or disparaging possessions to be important. This is good news, because such research helps us better understand human diversity and values.
The testimony of Štefánik’s friend substantially changes the view of his Paris years
New testimony from Štefánik’s friend, recorded in a three-part monograph on the sculptor Otakar Španiel by Jiří Hořava, significantly refines the view of Štefánik’s Paris years. It brings valuable details that help to better understand his ambitions and life path. This is good news for everyone interested in our history, because it expands knowledge about one of its key figures.
Global Good News
Senior Scholar Fulfills Life-long Dream to Graduate Medical School–a Doctor at 73-Years Young
After a life-threatening brain hemorrhage prompted a heartfelt bucket-list review, Dawn Zuidgeest-Craft pursued her longtime dream of becoming a doctor. She has now graduated medical school at 73, earning her medical doctorate as the school’s oldest-ever graduate. Her achievement is uplifting proof that it’s never too late to follow a calling and turn adversity into renewed purpose.
3 Teens Win Earth Prize for Asia Inventing Tamarind Powder That Easily Removes Microplastics
Three 16-year-old Indian students—Vivaan Chhawchharia, Ariana Agarwal, and Avyana Mehta—won the Earth Prize for Asia after inventing an all-natural way to tackle microplastic pollution using powdered tamarind seeds. Their simple, kitchen-sourced powder acts as a clumping agent that helps remove microplastics more easily. It’s great news because it offers a low-cost, eco-friendly solution with real potential to clean up waterways.
‘It’s so full of love’, the festival for young carers
For one weekend each year, the Young Carers Festival gives young people who care for family members a chance to set aside adult responsibilities and simply enjoy being kids. The event is described as “so full of love,” offering fun, connection, and well-earned respite. It’s uplifting news because it recognizes young carers’ dedication and provides them with joyful support and community.
Polish Influencer Raises $67 Million for Cancer Research During 9-day Livestream
A Polish influencer wrapped up a remarkable 9-day YouTube livestream that raised $67 million for childhood cancer research and to support young patients and their families. The fundraiser soared to more than 50 times its original goal, boosted by major celebrity appearances. It’s uplifting news that shows how online communities can rally quickly to make a huge, life-changing impact.
Endangered Butterflies Are Thriving Behind Bars
In Washington state, an innovative conservation effort is helping endangered butterflies rebound inside a greenhouse just outside a women’s prison, where host plants and carefully tended eggs and larvae are thriving. This unexpected partnership is good news because it provides a safe, controlled environment to boost the species’ survival while creating meaningful, restorative work that supports wildlife recovery.
Butterfly That Went Extinct in Britain a Century Ago Set for Return to Famous Rewilded Estate Land
The black-veined white butterfly, extinct in the UK since the early 1900s due to habitat loss and land-use changes, is poised to return through a reintroduction effort on a well-known rewilded estate. This initiative could help the species re-establish across Britain, marking a hopeful step for biodiversity and habitat restoration.
What went right this week: health wins, green energy victories and more
This week brought encouraging progress, including major public health wins and Mexico’s pledge to provide free healthcare for everyone. Amsterdam also took a bold climate step by dropping fossil fuel advertising, highlighting growing momentum for cleaner energy and healthier communities. Overall, these victories show tangible, hopeful change in both wellbeing and sustainability.
Extraordinary Breakthrough for Physics as Scientists Put Building-Size Magnet into the Palm of Your Hand
Scientists at ETH Zurich have achieved a major physics breakthrough by shrinking the power of a building-sized superconducting magnet into a palm-sized device. This miniaturization could open exciting new possibilities for technologies like nuclear fusion and nuclear magnetic resonance, making advanced research tools more accessible and versatile. It’s uplifting news that big scientific capabilities may soon come in much smaller, more practical forms.
18 Rescue Workers Toil for 6 Hours to Save Dog Trapped Underground (Watch Her Joyful Release)
Eighteen rescuers from the Scarborough and Ryedale Mountain Rescue Team worked for six hours to save a Staffordshire bull terrier that fell into a narrow crevice on the North Yorkshire moors and became trapped 21 feet underground. Thanks to their determined efforts and a quick call to emergency services, the dog was safely freed and reunited with her relieved owner—an inspiring reminder of community teamwork and compassion.
Young inventor plans to stop 90% of floating sea plastic by 2040
A Dutch nonprofit is developing innovative river-based technology aimed at preventing plastic from reaching the ocean, with the ambitious goal of stopping 90% of floating sea plastic by 2040. By tackling pollution at its source, this solution could deliver a major boost to ocean health and marine life within the next few decades.