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Wooden House Near Prague Features Modern Interior Design

A family wooden house located near Prague has gained attention for its striking modern interior design. The property, described as a contemporary oasis, showcases innovative design elements that contrast with traditional expectations of wooden home construction. Interior designers transformed the space to create a sophisticated living environment that challenges conventional assumptions about timber-based residential architecture.

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April Issue of Home and Garden Magazine Released

The April edition of Doma v záhrade (Home in the Garden), a Slovak gardening magazine, has been published. The issue highlights that willow bark contains aspirin, referencing the natural source of the pain-relieving compound found in the tree's bark.

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Slovak Design Couple Showcases Custom Home After Double Renovation

Elena and Peter Simoník, a married couple who run the design studio ALLT, have transformed their home through two renovations, creating a unique living space that showcases their design philosophy. The couple, who founded their studio 15 years ago, initially focused on product design before shifting their focus to digital design. Their home features several pieces they designed and manufactured themselves, including custom furniture created whenever they identify gaps in their household needs. The renovation included distinctive design choices such as a glass wall separating the kitchen from the bathroom, demonstrating their approach to modern interior design.

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Slovak Satirical Podcast Releases New Episode on Political Commentary

A new episode of a Slovak satirical podcast titled "Three Horsemen of the Apocalypse" has been released, offering commentary on current events through humor and satire. The podcast appears to use allegorical references to provide political and social commentary for Slovak audiences.

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Spring Art Exhibition Opens at Malokarpatské Educational Center in Bratislava Region

An abstract art exhibition titled "Poznanie" (Knowing) by artist Milada Ďurečková has opened to the public at the Malokarpatské Educational Center in the Bratislava region. The exhibition showcases a selection of the artist's abstract paintings and is curated by academic painter Robert Němeček. The center's spaces are being described as coming alive with a spring atmosphere, offering visitors an opportunity to gain strength and inspiration through the artistic display. The exhibition remains open to the public throughout the week.

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Bratislava Café Grant Under Scrutiny After Funding Rule Violations Alleged

A 140,000-euro government grant awarded to the Limetka association for a Bratislava café project has come under scrutiny after potential rule violations by the Arts Support Fund. The fund applied only a 5 percent co-financing requirement for the association, which experts say violates regulations for commercial activities. The Arts Support Fund (FPU), Slovakia's state agency that distributes grants for cultural projects, is required to enforce stricter co-financing rules when funding ventures that combine cultural activities with commercial operations. The unusually low co-financing threshold has raised questions about whether the fund properly evaluated the project's commercial nature before approving the substantial grant.

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Slovak Filmmakers Launch Sharp Political Criticism at Film Awards Ceremony

Prominent Slovak filmmakers used their acceptance speeches at a major film awards ceremony to deliver harsh criticism of current government policies and officials. The criticism targeted Culture Minister Martina Šimkovičová and included condemnation of homophobic attitudes, personnel purges at the Fund for the Support of Arts, and Slovakia's stance on the war in Ukraine. The head of the Film Professionals Union, Oľha, faced particularly pointed criticism from his own daughter during the event. The awards ceremony became a platform for the film industry to voice opposition to what they view as harmful cultural and political developments under the current government.

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Sun in the Net Awards Announce 2025 Winners for Slovak Cinema

The Sun in the Net Awards, Slovakia's premier national film honors, announced their 2025 winners recognizing the best in Slovak cinema. The awards ceremony revealed the year's top achievements in filmmaking, including the Best Feature Film of 2025 along with outstanding performances by leading actresses and actors. The Sun in the Net Awards serve as Slovakia's equivalent to the Oscars, celebrating domestic film production and recognizing excellence in Slovak cinema across multiple categories including acting, directing, and technical achievements.

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Sun in a Net: Overview of Winning Films, Actresses and Actors

The winners of Slovakia's 2025 film awards have been announced, with Sun in a Net earning recognition as the Best Feature Film of the Year. The Slovak film industry's annual awards ceremony has concluded, recognizing outstanding achievements in domestic cinema across multiple categories including best actors and actresses. The awards represent the country's premier recognition for filmmakers and performers in the Slovak cinema industry.

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Matej Lacko Wins Slovakia Sommelier 2026 Title in International Competition

Matej Lacko has been awarded the title of Sommelier of Slovakia 2026 following an international competition held in late March in Pezinok. The prestigious wine competition brought together professional sommeliers from both Slovakia and the Czech Republic, showcasing expertise in wine knowledge and tasting skills across the two neighboring countries.

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Daily Editorial Cartoon: State of Emergency

Slovak cartoonist Mikuláš Sliacky published an editorial cartoon titled 'State of Emergency' as the daily political commentary. The cartoon appears to be addressing current political or social conditions in Slovakia through satirical illustration, though the specific subject matter of the cartoon is not detailed in the source material.

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Slovak Film 'The Father' Wins Top Award at National Film Awards

Director Tereza Nvotová's film 'The Father' (Otec) was named the best Slovak film of 2025 at the Slnko v sieti (Sun in a Net) awards, Slovakia's national film honors. The ceremony, which recognizes outstanding achievements in Slovak cinema, was held to celebrate the country's film industry and artistic accomplishments. The Sun in a Net awards are Slovakia's equivalent to the Academy Awards, named after a classic 1962 Slovak film that helped establish the country's new wave cinema movement.

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Long-time TASR Editor Exhibits Photography at Tatra Gallery

A veteran editor from TASR, Slovakia's national news agency, is displaying his photography work at the Tatra Gallery. The former mining technician developed his passion for photography through mountaineering activities in the High Tatras mountain region. The exhibition showcases photographs likely capturing the natural beauty and alpine landscapes that first drew him to the craft while pursuing his hobby as a climber.

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Trenčín Gallery Hosts First Hometown Exhibition of Renowned Artist Stan Filko

The M. A. Bazovský Gallery in Trenčín is hosting the first exhibition in Slovakia dedicated to the work of Stan Filko (1937-2015), the internationally acclaimed contemporary artist who was born in the nearby village of Veľká Hradná. Curator Boris Ondreička emphasized the significance of finally presenting Filko's work in his home region during a guided tour attended by several dozen visitors, including some from the artist's native village. Filko, who became one of Slovakia's most famous artists internationally, was known for his conceptual and multimedia works that gained recognition in European art circles. The exhibition represents a significant cultural event for the Trenčín region, bringing international-caliber contemporary art to a local audience and honoring the legacy of one of Slovakia's most internationally successful artists.

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Slovak Band's Anti-Nuclear Song Performed at 1983 Political Song Festival

In 1983, Slovak band Ventil RG performed the song "Rather Be Active Today Than Radioactive Tomorrow" at the Political Song Festival in Sokolov. The performance took place four years before the Chernobyl nuclear disaster, highlighting early anti-nuclear sentiment in what was then Czechoslovakia during the communist era.

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Orava Gallery to Display Busts Showing Faces During Physical Exertion

The Orava Gallery will present an exhibition featuring sculptural busts that capture human faces in various stages of physical exertion associated with running. The artworks document facial expressions and transformations that occur during intense physical activity, offering viewers an artistic interpretation of the human form under stress.

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Myjava Opens Exhibition on Diplomat Ivan Krno, Co-signatory of Trianon Treaty

An exhibition dedicated to lawyer and diplomat Ivan Krno has opened in Myjava, showcasing the life and work of a significant figure in Slovak diplomatic history. Krno participated in the Paris Peace Conference from 1919 to 1920 and was one of the co-signatories of the Treaty of Trianon. The Treaty of Trianon was one of the post-World War I peace treaties that redrew the map of Central Europe, significantly reducing Hungary's territory and establishing new borders for the successor states of Austria-Hungary, including Czechoslovakia.

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Slovak Reality TV Participant Reflects on Past Behavior in Recent Interview

Tomáš Kšenzuliak, a participant from the Slovak reality dating show "Mama, ožeň ma" (Mom, Marry Me Off), appeared as a guest on the talk show Closer Talks. During the interview, Kšenzuliak acknowledged that he has learned from his experience on the reality program and expressed regret over his previous behavior, stating he would no longer refer to women using derogatory terms. The reality show, which features mothers helping to find partners for their adult children, has been a popular program on Slovak television.

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Legendary German Actor Mario Adorf Dies at 95

Mario Adorf, one of Europe's most significant actors of the post-war era, died Wednesday morning at his Paris apartment at age 95. The German actor became internationally famous for his portrayal of the villain Santer in the Winnetou western film series, a role that made him an iconic screen antagonist. Throughout his decades-long career, Adorf appeared in hundreds of character roles across European cinema, establishing himself as one of the continent's most recognizable faces in film. His death was confirmed by those close to him.

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Book Critic Jana Šlinská Reviews Unconventional Love Triangle and Parenting Dilemma Stories

Jana Šlinská, a book reviewer for Denník N, reflects on discovering overlooked literary works in her latest reading column. She highlights "Legal Uncertainty of One Marriage," a 2020 publication she recently read and found to be a timeless work that immediately captivated her attention. Šlinská describes it as featuring an unusual love triangle storyline. She also discusses another book dealing with the contemporary dilemma of whether to have children, suggesting these works explore significant personal and social themes that resonate with readers.

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