Slovakia Highlights
Kubínska hoľa attracts nature lovers. The Orava Mountains host an anniversary gathering of ornithologists.
Kubínska hoľa is hosting the 20th annual gathering of ornithologists, bringing nature lovers together in Orava. Together, they will explore the diverse birdlife and beauty of the mountain landscape, helping to promote interest in nature conservation.
A Posthumous Love Triangle, Svarinská in the Role of a Lifetime, or an Autumn Classic (Tips on What to Watch)
Autumn evenings can be made more enjoyable with film and series recommendations full of emotion, romance, and relaxation. Among them, *Eternity* on Apple TV+ stands out—the story of Joan, who meets both of her husbands after death and must choose whom to spend eternity with. The selection promises a variety of experiences, perfect for enjoying under a blanket with a cup of hot chocolate.
Šimkovičová supported Slovak expatriate culture and language in the USA. In New Jersey, she appeared at the Slovak Heritage Festival.
During her five-day visit to the United States, Minister of Culture Martina Šimkovičová supported Slovak diaspora communities, the Slovak language, and cultural diplomacy in New York and New Jersey. She appeared at the Slovak Heritage Festival in New Jersey, thereby contributing to strengthening relations between Slovakia and Slovaks living abroad.
“This is my Golian, and I will always defend him,” says the director of the film about the insurgent commander.
The film General Golian, director Juraj Štepka’s feature-length fiction debut, premiered at the Cinematik festival and in London, and will arrive in Slovak cinemas on October 8. Filmed during the period corresponding to the Slovak National Uprising, the film offers another powerful treatment of this important historical subject.
Artist Daniel Fischer: We Neglect the Most Precious Thing We Have – Our Consciousness
Visual artist Daniel Fischer presented an extensive retrospective exhibition of work spanning from 1974 to the present, which he prepared with the help of family and friends in the unconventional setting of the Nido residential complex in Bratislava. His view of art as creation rather than production offers an inspiring reminder of the value of consciousness, creativity, and human collaboration.
A calm and cold night: Prepare for local fog and temperatures dropping to two degrees.
The night from Friday to Saturday, September 26, will bring mostly calm and pleasantly autumnal weather. Fog may occur in some places, and temperatures will drop to around 2°C, creating a fresh atmosphere suitable for relaxation.
Tsikhanouskaya asked Blanár for Slovakia to issue more visas to Belarusians: “You have a fully-fledged embassy in Minsk”
Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya asked Foreign Minister Juraj Blanár for Slovakia to simplify and expand visa issuance for Belarusian citizens. The meeting during the UN General Assembly could support closer contacts between Slovakia and Belarusians and facilitate travel, cooperation, or the search for safety for people in need.
VIDEO: Magyar surprised Rome after an audience with the Pope. He danced among the people to an Italian hit.
Hungarian Prime Minister Péter Magyar surprised Rome with an informal appearance after an audience with Pope Leo XIV. In the streets, he danced with passersby to a well-known Italian hit, creating a spontaneous and cheerful atmosphere that was also captured on video by the Italian media.
Trains will become significantly cheaper starting in October. ZSSK will cut fares in half, but not for everyone.
From October 1, domestic fares on ZSSK trains in 2nd class will be reduced by half, applying to both standard and paid discounted tickets, as well as single-journey and period tickets. Train travel will thus become significantly more affordable and advantageous for many Slovaks.
Mayor Vagač: We raised €10 million from parking fees, which went toward road repairs
Old Town Mayor Matej Vagač said that the transition from private parking operator BPS Park to the city’s PAAS system generated approximately €10 million. The money was invested primarily in repairing roads and pavements, representing a scale comparable to renovating ten football stadiums and significantly improving public spaces.
Wearing flip-flops and carrying a phone and sleeping bag, a man with an umbrella completed the SNP Trail on foot in just under 10 days.
The man completed the SNP Trail in just under ten days, walking in flip-flops with a phone, sleeping bag, and umbrella. Despite muscle soreness and chills after the first night, he fortified himself with a quark strudel and Kofola and resolutely continued on.
Theatre should not be a luxury, but a necessity, says the director of the P. O. Hviezdoslav Theatre.
Vladislava Fekete, director of the P. O. Hviezdoslav Theatre, emphasizes that theatre should not be a luxury but an important part of life. In a tense society, it can provide a safe haven, a space for reflection and bringing people together, which offers hope and strengthens the community.
“I’ll get another medal,” Ferdinand jokes. British media and experts debate the punishment for Manchester City.
Manchester City secured the title in a memorable match against Queens Park Rangers with a dramatic 3–2 victory, when Sergio Agüero scored in stoppage time. This iconic moment continues to remind us of the strength of a team that never gave up, even in the final seconds.
Global Good News
Gallery: winning pictures from Bird Photographer of the Year
This year’s Bird Photographer of the Year winners showcase remarkable images celebrating the beauty, movement, and diversity of birds. A standout photograph captures a gannet flying through the water, highlighting the creativity and skill of wildlife photographers.
How ‘housing first’ is helping people leave rough sleeping behind
The “Housing First” model gives people experiencing rough sleeping a permanent home before asking them to address other challenges. Its striking results show that stable housing can help people move beyond homelessness and build more secure, hopeful lives.
What We’re Reading: Singapore Is Paying People to Read
Singapore is exploring an encouraging way to inspire more people to read by offering financial rewards for picking up a book. The initiative highlights creative efforts to make reading more accessible, appealing, and part of everyday life.
What We’re Reading: 20,000 Salmon Return to the Klamath River
Around 20,000 Chinook salmon have migrated up the Klamath River in southern Oregon and northern California, marking an encouraging return of these vital fish. Their journey upstream offers hope for the river’s ecosystem and reflects positive progress for salmon populations and the communities connected to them.
With Adapted Sailing, the Sea Is for Everyone
César Maquieira’s lifelong love of the Atlantic inspires a story about adapted sailing and making the sea accessible to everyone. The initiative offers people with disabilities opportunities to enjoy boating, connection, and adventure, showing how inclusive design can open up new horizons.
What went right this week: the good news that matters
This week brought encouraging progress around the world: Kosovo was cleared of landmines, Germany set a date to move away from oil, and scientists discovered a new species. These developments highlight advances in safety, climate action, and understanding our planet.
Nairobi Is Transforming Neglected Libraries Into Vibrant Civic Hubs
Nairobi is revitalizing neglected libraries into welcoming civic hubs that provide reliable electricity, useful services, and supportive spaces for residents. For people like Sunil Totti, these renewed libraries offer a dependable place to prepare for important opportunities, including job interviews, while strengthening community life.
51 ways to get the planet tipping the right way
Researchers have identified 51 environmental solutions that could help move the planet toward a healthier future. Highlighting five of the most promising approaches shows that practical, hopeful actions are available to address environmental challenges and create positive change.
What went right this week: solutions to save the world, plus more
This week’s highlights showcase practical solutions for protecting the planet, safeguarding children from harmful algorithms, and improving how we understand the world through a new map. Together, these developments offer encouraging signs of progress and innovation.