Dennik N published its regular High 5ive culture column featuring a selection of pop culture recommendations. The column, which presents a curated list of cultural activities and entertainment options, included a feature titled 'Miles + Marilyn' among its recommendations for readers interested in contemporary cultural offerings.
Dennik N published its regular High 5ive feature, offering personal recommendations from the world of pop culture. The weekly cultural roundup presents selected works and developments that may be of interest to readers, covering various aspects of popular culture and entertainment.
British heavy metal band Iron Maiden will perform at Bratislava's National Football Stadium on Saturday, with organizers expecting approximately 30,000 fans to attend the concert. The performance marks a major international music event for the Slovak capital, bringing one of metal music's most iconic bands to the country's largest stadium venue.
Slovak media outlet SME has released a new episode of its Vertigo podcast focusing on film recommendations for Valentine's Day. The podcast episode highlights movie suggestions with romantic themes, including films exploring obsessive love and relationships. The entertainment-focused podcast provides listeners with curated film options for the holiday.
The Panta Rhei Awards 2025 has announced its winners, with Slovak readers voting to recognize the year's best books and authors. The literary awards brought together book lovers, Slovak authors, and the broader literary community in celebrating outstanding Slovak literary works from the past year. The awards are decided entirely by reader votes, allowing the public to directly recognize their favorite books and authors in Slovak literature.
Denník N, one of Slovakia's major independent newspapers, has launched a new satirical podcast called "Toto vystrihneme: Braňova kastrácia" (We'll Cut This Out: Braňo's Castration). The absurdist comedy show poses deliberately ridiculous questions such as how much energy a double cross can produce, whether the American health minister collected snakes for pharmacy logos, and what kind of eagle politician Romana Tabaková represents. The podcast appears to be part of the newspaper's multimedia expansion into entertainment content alongside its serious journalism.
Lucia Hô-Chí, a Slovak-Vietnamese author, has written a book titled "A to je všetko" (And That's All) as a form of personal therapy following the deaths of her father and sister. The book, dedicated to her father, explores her Slovak-Vietnamese identity through intimate family portraits. Writing became her coping mechanism during the grieving process, particularly after her father's death, though she admits she still struggles to accept her sister's passing. The book includes vivid descriptions of her father's character, portraying him as a loud Slovak-Vietnamese man who follows Slovak traditions except fasting periods, calls soy cubes "crackling," and considers chicken a vegetarian dish. The work represents both a tribute to her multicultural heritage and a personal journey through grief and loss.
A film recommendation selection highlights recent winners and discoveries from the Cannes Film Festival, which concluded just days ago. The featured films include work by this year's Palme d'Or winner, Romanian director Cristian Mungiu, who claimed the prestigious award for the second time. Mungiu represents the Romanian New Wave cinema movement. The recommendations also feature festival discoveries from previous years, an exceptional Czech animated film, and movies connected to personal experiences, with titles exploring themes such as the lengths parents might go to secure their children's education.
A Slovak travel writer has published a detailed comparison of two major cities in Italy's southern Apulia region to help travelers choose the best base for exploring the area. The guide contrasts the romantic atmosphere of Lecce with the bustling character of Bari, providing practical information about transportation, attractions, and costs in both cities. The comparison aims to assist Slovak tourists in deciding between the two popular destinations when planning visits to Apulia, also known as Puglia, which forms the heel of Italy's boot-shaped peninsula.
British heavy metal band Iron Maiden is set to perform in Bratislava, with city officials preparing traffic restrictions around the concert venue stadium. The upcoming show will require road closures and traffic management measures to accommodate the expected crowds attending the performance by one of Britain's most iconic metal bands.
A Slovak media outlet has featured three weekend puzzle games designed to test readers' observation skills, estimation abilities, and spatial vision. The games offer entertainment while challenging cognitive abilities through visual and spatial problem-solving tasks.
Paul McCartney has released a new album titled "The Boys of Dungeon Lane," featuring deeply personal songs about his parents and memories of his Beatles bandmates. The 83-year-old musician's latest work comes after his recent appearance on Saturday Night Live sparked controversy among viewers who noted he appeared fragile and struggled vocally during the performance. The new album was recorded during 2021, showcasing a more intimate side of the legendary musician despite concerns about his recent public performances.
The area around Nové Mesto nad Váhom in western Slovakia is attracting visitors with a unique combination of natural springs suitable for swimming and significant archaeological sites. The region beneath the Javorina mountain range offers evidence of prehistoric human settlement and contains locations associated with historical rituals connected to the Báthory family, the powerful Hungarian noble house that once controlled extensive territories in the area. The diverse attractions cater to both mountain enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreation and history buffs interested in exploring Slovakia's ancient past and medieval heritage.
Bratislava Region is set for an eventful weekend featuring major entertainment and cultural events. The British heavy metal band Iron Maiden will perform as part of their tour, while the Urban Market will offer local food, crafts, and cultural experiences. The weekend lineup also includes BRaK events, promising diverse entertainment options across the region. The concentration of high-profile events is expected to draw large crowds to Slovakia's capital region, highlighting Bratislava's growing status as a destination for international touring acts and cultural festivals.
Slovak newspaper SME has compiled a list of eight inspirational biographies recommended for readers seeking compelling life stories. The selection includes Formula One champion Lewis Hamilton's memoir and former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama's autobiography, alongside accounts of more challenging experiences including a harsh account of life within a religious sect. The recommendations appear to span a diverse range of subjects, from sports and political figures to personal narratives of overcoming difficult circumstances.
The sixth annual Naturalista natural wine festival will take place on Saturday, May 30, 2026, in the gardens of NABOSO winery in Svätý Jur, a town in the Bratislava region. The festival will feature wines from 16 exceptional winemakers representing nine different countries, offering visitors the opportunity to taste both local Slovak wines and international selections. The event celebrates natural winemaking practices and provides a platform for small-scale producers to showcase their craft in the historic wine-growing region near Bratislava.
Košice will host its annual County Days regional festival on Friday at Peace Marathon Square. The diverse cultural program runs from 1:00 PM to 9:30 PM and culminates with a concert by the popular band Morandi. The event serves as a celebration of the Košice region and brings together residents for a day of entertainment and community activities.
A new Slovak thriller titled 'All Colors of Darkness' has been characterized as a dark, beautiful, and unforgettable story that goes beyond conventional thriller narratives. The work is being presented as an extraordinary entry in the thriller genre, distinguished by its complex and memorable storytelling approach.
Jazz saxophone legend Sonny Rollins has died, ending a prolific career that began in the late 1940s. Rollins collaborated with some of jazz's greatest figures including Miles Davis, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, and John Coltrane throughout his decades-long career. As a bandleader, he released more than 60 albums, establishing himself as one of the most influential tenor saxophonists in jazz history. Meanwhile, the Cannes Film Festival awarded its top prize, the Golden Palm, to the film "Fjord."
The Slovak National Gallery has opened a new exhibition titled Network, showcasing the unique artistic world of Adam Szentpétery. The Slovak National Gallery, the country's premier art institution, is presenting the artist's distinctive works to the public. The exhibition offers visitors an opportunity to explore Szentpétery's creative vision and artistic approach through his displayed pieces.