Slovakia Highlights
For decades, they drained the water away; now they want to hold onto it at all costs. Hungarians are building their own “beaver dams.”
Volunteers in northern Hungary are building natural “beaver dams” from logs and branches in a dry streambed to capture rainwater. After decades of draining water, this is a hopeful effort to help the land cope better with drought.
Vlhová’s new coach: “Petra invited me to Vienna and convinced me there. She’s not as serious as I thought.”
Petra Vlhová chose Austrian Mario Rafetzeder as her coach, inviting him to Vienna and personally persuading him to work with her. He appreciates her approach and her personality, and is glad to have discovered that she is more relaxed and less serious than he expected.
Nearly 20,000 cars pass beneath their windows every day. Preparations for the missing D1 motorway have taken a step forward.
Preparation of the final section of the D1 motorway between Bratislava and Košice that has yet to be built has moved forward: authorities have issued a land-use decision for the Turany–Hubová project. The new motorway is expected to ease traffic in the villages below Strečno, where nearly 20,000 vehicles pass each day; the start date for construction is not yet known.
Ferdinand Daňo is to continue leading the University of Economics.
Ferdinand Daňo, who has led the University of Economics in Bratislava since 2015, is set to lead the university for another term. He wants to continue improving the quality of education and research and strengthen its international presence.
The Ministry of Education denies that it is neglecting the needs of young people. It points to increased investment.
The Ministry of Education says it has already turned students’ demands into several concrete measures and is not overlooking their needs. Another piece of good news is the significant increase in funding for public universities.
General Golian deserves a film of his own, but it could be better.
The film about General Golian introduces audiences to an important figure in Slovak history who undoubtedly deserves a film of his own. Although the film could be improved, its very existence is an encouraging sign that Slovak cinema is growing and telling important stories from home.
A teenager accidentally stepped onto the Widowmaker rock face. The media blamed AI; he says otherwise.
Sixteen-year-old Bryce Vincent Gowryluk accidentally ended up on the nearly vertical rock face of Widowmaker, where he could neither safely turn back nor continue climbing. Although the media blamed artificial intelligence for the incident, Bryce says the cause was something else.
Inhabitant of Pannonia
Musician Ľudovít Rajter reminds us that Pannonia is one of the most beautiful parts of Europe. You can also enjoy views of its landscape from the train from Parndorf to Eisenstadt, which stops on request and offers a unique travel experience.
The mineral water case has taken an unexpected turn. Test results are in following suspicions of a corrosive substance, but the police are not finished yet.
Tests confirmed that samples of Natura mineral water from the batch under investigation meet legal requirements, bringing reassuring news for consumers. However, the police have not yet concluded their investigation into the possible presence of a corrosive substance.
Are there enough Slovak food products available in stores? Why did retail chains introduce the concept of private labels?
Food accounts for around a quarter of Slovak households’ spending, so it’s important to know what we choose. The article looks at the share of Slovak products in stores and why retail chains are developing private labels—a topic that helps customers navigate the range more easily.
After the morning fog, more clouds will move in. Showers are possible, especially in the afternoon.
After the morning fog, cloud cover will increase, and scattered showers may occur in the afternoon. They will bring welcome relief as a frontal boundary associated with a low-pressure system over the Adriatic and Italy begins to affect us.
Slovakia has opposed Trump’s decision. Along with the EU, it is urging Washington to back down.
Slovakia joined a joint statement by EU member states expressing regret over US sanctions against the International Criminal Court and calling on Washington to back down. The common position of European countries is an expression of solidarity and support for international justice.
Global Good News
NPR-Inspired Homework Leads Teen to Find Hidden Message a Decade After a Stranger’s Kindness
A teenager’s NPR-inspired homework led Rika Matsuda to uncover a hidden message in an origami crane, written after a stranger showed her kindness when she was 7 and excited about her new bike. The discovery brought a thoughtful act from a decade earlier back to light, showing how small gestures can leave a lasting impression.
NYC Parks Extends Late Night Soccer at 5 Fields for Night Workers–And Their Reactions Are Awesome (WATCH)
New York City has extended lighting at five soccer fields so people who work late can enjoy the game after hours. The initiative drew 4,500 visitors across all five boroughs, showing how much residents value more accessible recreation.
Strangers Showed Up to Man’s Destroyed House to Put Up a Tarp Having Seen His Televised Plea
After a storm sent a silver maple crashing through Gilbert Kirk’s Kansas home, he told local news he only needed a tarp. Two days later, strangers who saw his plea showed up to help, turning a simple request into a heartwarming display of community kindness.
What went right this week: the ‘alternative Nobel prize’, plus more
This week’s good-news roundup highlights the “alternative Nobel prize,” progress in tackling ageism around the world, and a welcome boost for gorillas. Together, these stories offer reasons to celebrate positive change for people and wildlife.
Saudi Solar Park Proves Brilliant Breeding Ground for Threatened Sand Gazelles
A large solar farm in Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea nature reserve has become a safe breeding shelter for vulnerable Arabian sand gazelles. The project shows how clean-energy sites can also support wildlife conservation, giving the native species a promising place to thrive.
‘You’re Walking!’ – Dad Surprises Children Having Recovered Ability to Walk After Serious Brain Injury
After three years of recovery from a serious brain injury sustained in a car accident, a father surprised his children by walking independently again. Their delighted reaction made the milestone especially moving, celebrating his perseverance and remarkable progress.
Meet the 14-year-old uncovering London’s lost history
At just 14, Emmylou Vaxby has spent nearly a decade mudlarking along the Thames, finding fragments that reveal London’s history. Her dedication is helping uncover and preserve the city’s past for others to discover.
Gen Z Is Rescuing Millions in Medical Supplies
A Gen Z-led effort is rescuing millions of dollars’ worth of medical supplies by redirecting usable surplus to places that need it. In Columbus, a truck collected about 30,000 pounds of N95 masks and hot-and-cold packs worth an estimated $250,000, keeping them from going to waste before their expiration dates.
Daughter Gets to Join Dad as Co-Pilot, With Mom Serving on Flight’s Cabin Crew: A Surprise Full Circle Moment
At 22, Zoë flew as co-pilot alongside her father, the captain, on a KLM flight departing Amsterdam, while her mother served as part of the cabin crew. The rare family milestone brought all three together in the skies, making for a joyful, full-circle moment.
Neighbors Flock to Rescue a Wounded Owl Tangled Up in Barbed Wire
Sharon and Scott Jacobs spotted an injured owl tangled in barbed wire near Spearfish, South Dakota, and alerted others for help. Neighbors rallied to free the bird, showing how a caring community can make a difference for local wildlife.
Australia Announces 3 New National Parks to Protect Gliders, Owls, and Other Victoria Wildlife
More than 250 square miles of Victorian forest are now protected across three new national parks: Mount Buangor, Pyrenees, and Wombat-Lerderderg. The parks will help safeguard gliders, owls, and other wildlife, marking a major boost for conservation in Australia.
The women putting community at the heart of elephant conservation
Across Africa, women are reshaping elephant conservation by challenging assumptions about who can lead and making communities central to the effort. Their growing leadership is helping create a more inclusive approach to protecting wildlife.