Slovakia Highlights
Thanks to innovative financing and robots, they developed a European one-of-a-kind in Rumanová.
Technov, a company from Rumanová near Nitra that has been manufacturing high-end HVAC systems since 2007, had reached the limits of its production capacity. Thanks to innovative financing and the deployment of robots, it developed a one-of-a-kind solution in Europe that supports its continued growth.
Lucia Tallová Is Exhibiting in Berlin. “She Makes You Stop and Really Look,” Say the Curators
Slovak artist Lucia Tallová has opened a solo exhibition, *Moving Clouds*, in central Berlin, the result of the prestigious Artist of the Year award. Curators praise her works for their ability to make visitors stop and truly observe, marking a significant achievement for Slovak art.
It wasn’t clear whether they would argue again or embrace. A documentary about the band Oasis offers a behind-the-scenes look at their comeback.
The documentary offers a behind-the-scenes look at the spectacular comeback of the British band Oasis, which returned to the stage in full force after breaking up in 2009. The tour of brothers Noel and Liam Gallagher was among the most significant events in pop music in recent years, giving fans hope that their legendary music would bring them together again.
During the summer, the Košice Region invested more than €23 million in schools.
During the summer, the Košice Self-Governing Region invested nearly €23.2 million in the modernization of 54 secondary schools and dormitories. Renovations, the elimination of emergency conditions, the refurbishment of specialized classrooms, and new equipment will improve conditions for nearly 24,000 students in the new school year.
An End to Sewage Problems: Two Municipalities in Liptov Receive Millions for a Sewer System and Wastewater Treatment Plant
The municipalities of Ľubeľa and Liptovské Kľačany in the Liptov region are beginning construction of a sewage system and a joint wastewater treatment plant thanks to a three-million-euro investment. The project will significantly improve the environment, hygiene, and residents’ comfort, providing them with a modern, long-term solution to sewage problems.
Psilocybin from hallucinogenic mushrooms may alleviate symptoms after chemotherapy. Scientists will soon test it on humans as well.
Research published in the journal Science showed that psilocybin may protect nerve endings preventively and alleviate difficulties associated with chemotherapy. Neuroscientist Mário Heleš made a significant contribution to the discovery, and the researchers plan to verify the effect in humans soon, raising hope for more effective support for cancer patients.
Slovakia enters the Nations League with a clear goal. In the eastern part of the country, it expects support from packed stands.
The Slovak national football team enters the new UEFA Nations League season with the clear objective of winning its group and being promoted to Division B. It will play its opening matches in Prešov and Košice, where the team can be supported by the great atmosphere of packed stands and enthusiastic fans.
Europe has never experienced such a busy summer. Air traffic surpassed an all-time record.
Air traffic in Europe experienced its busiest summer on record during July and August, Eurocontrol announced. The record number of flights signals strong interest in travel and the revival of tourism across the region.
Retired women had been preparing open-faced sandwiches since morning. Žilina’s match against the village of Vavrečka showed football as a community activity.
The match between Žilina and Vavrečka showed that football brings professionals, amateurs, and entire communities together across Slovakia. From world-class stars to players training after work and pensioners preparing sandwiches, sport creates opportunities for encounters, cooperation, and shared joy.
The less she appeared in public, the more she became a legend. Marika Gombitová is returning, and a tour awaits her.
Marika Gombitová, one of the most successful Slovak singers of the 1980s, is returning to the stage after a period of reduced public activity. Her upcoming tour is good news for fans and confirms that she has since become a true legend.
It also cleans corners, edges, and places under furniture. This robot surprised us with how far it can reach.
The robot vacuum pleasantly surprised me with how thoroughly it cleans corners, edges, and spaces under furniture. In addition to vacuuming and mopping the floor, it also takes care of itself in the docking station, leaving the home cleaner with minimal effort.
Mochovce have taken a key step toward full operation. The fourth nuclear unit is awaiting the regulator’s green light.
Mochovce Nuclear Unit 4 has successfully completed physical start-up and moved closer to full operation. The next step is a decision by the Slovak Nuclear Regulatory Authority on the commencement of the power phase, marking significant progress for Slovakia’s energy sector.
Politics won’t be the only factor: Hungary wants to change the rules for adoption by same-sex couples.
The Hungarian government plans to amend the 2020 law that in practice prevented same-sex couples from adopting children, Prime Minister Péter Magyar announced. The change could bring fairer and more inclusive rules, under which the possibility of starting a family would not be decided solely by politics.
Hungary is tackling expensive fuel in its own way. It will send money to diesel car owners.
Hungary wants to ease the burden of expensive refueling: owners of diesel cars with engines producing up to 150 horsepower will receive a total of 20,000 forints by December. The measure is intended to help households cope with higher fuel prices and provide financial relief.
The weekend will bring snowfall to the Tatra ridges.
The weekend will bring snowfall to the ridges of the Tatras as a wavy cold front moves in, bringing colder air. This wintery covering will delight mountain lovers and create beautiful conditions for admiring the snow-covered Tatra landscape.
Global Good News
Hotel Staff Give Girl’s Lost Plushie the VIP Treatment Before Sending Her Home with a Note (LOOK)
When Julia accidentally left her beloved childhood stuffed animal, Rosie, at Sicily’s Four Seasons in Taormina, the hotel team went above and beyond to reunite them. They treated the plushie like a VIP and sent it home with a thoughtful note, turning a stressful mishap into a heartwarming memory.
In pictures: 10 years of the Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards
The Comedy Wildlife Photography Awards are celebrating their 10th anniversary with a new immersive experience in London this autumn. The exhibition will showcase a decade of hilarious and heartwarming wildlife images, offering visitors an uplifting way to enjoy nature and support conservation.
Kenyan Startup Makes Robotic Hands That Translate Teacher’s Voice into Signs for Deaf Students
A Kenyan entrepreneur has developed a robotic hand that converts teachers’ spoken words into sign language, helping deaf and hearing-impaired students participate more fully in class. The innovation could expand access to education for thousands of children and support clearer communication where standardized Kenyan sign language is lacking.
91-yo ‘Greybeard’ Becomes Oldest Person to Hike the Appalachian Trial After 359 Days and 71 Falls
At 91, a Kentucky-born hiker known as “Greybeard” has become the oldest person to complete the Appalachian Trail. After 359 days and 71 falls, he reached the finish in Maine, showing remarkable perseverance and proving that age need not limit extraordinary adventures.
Arthritis Drug Demonstrates Substantial Hair Regrowth in 1,400 Alopecia Patients
A study involving about 1,400 people with severe alopecia found that an arthritis drug produced substantial hair regrowth, with some patients recovering up to 100% of their hair. The encouraging results offer new hope for people living with alopecia areata, an autoimmune condition affecting roughly 2% of the global population.
Yard Work Reveals Largest Trove of Viking Silver Ever Discovered in Denmark
A Danish man made an extraordinary discovery while digging for a new backyard terrace: the largest trove of Viking silver ever found in Denmark. The find offers valuable insights into Viking history and turns an ordinary home improvement project into an important archaeological breakthrough.
‘My life-changing career break happened because I was wearing a second hand coat’
Actor Richard E. Grant says a second-hand coat bought in a charity shop helped lead to his life-changing career break. Now fronting a campaign, he is encouraging others to discover the joy, value and unexpected opportunities that can come from choosing pre-loved items.
The ‘National Park’ That Stretches From Coast to Coast
Doug Tallamy’s 10-acre Pennsylvania property is thriving after being restored for native wildlife, with wood thrushes nesting again and rare luna moths reaching record numbers. His results show how thoughtfully managed private land can create vibrant habitats and help wildlife recover.
Indie Comic Creator Sells Out Thanks to Viral Visit from Reviewer Who Stopped When Others Didn’t
Independent comic creator @slow_comics saw a major career boost after a reviewer’s viral visit to his convention booth, where others had previously passed by. With around 40,000 TikTok followers, his engaging comics and passion for conventions have now helped him sell out, showing how social media can spotlight emerging artists.
The unlikely rise of the sea shanty band
TikTok has sparked a renewed interest in sea shanties, bringing these traditional working songs to a new generation. Their revival shows how social media can celebrate cultural heritage while inspiring people to connect through music and form new communities.
First Permit to Clean Up Old Mine Waste Issued for WA State Under 2024 ‘Good Samaritan Act’
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has issued the first permit under the 2024 Good Samaritan Act, allowing Trout Unlimited to clean up abandoned mine waste in Washington state. This bipartisan initiative helps conservation groups restore polluted waterways without taking on liability for historic contamination, benefiting rivers, wildlife, and local communities.