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Two-year-old girl dies in hospital after house fire in Mirkovce, one-year-old boy remains critical

A two-year-old girl has died in hospital following a house fire in the village of Mirkovce, bringing the death toll from the tragedy to at least two. A one-year-old boy remains in critical condition as doctors fight to save his life. Emergency services initially received no information that people were inside the burning building when the emergency call was made, which may have affected the rescue response.

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Spring Street Cleaning Begins in Detva After Winter Season

The town of Detva has begun its annual spring street cleaning operations following the winter season. The cleanup aims to remove accumulated winter road salt and sand, dust, leaves, and other debris that collected along road edges during the colder months.

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Authorities Order Chimney Inspections Following Police and Fire Department Response in Zvolen

Slovak authorities have mandated chimney inspections following an incident in the central Slovak city of Zvolen that required police and fire department intervention on Tuesday. The inspection order was issued in direct response to the emergency situation that unfolded in the city, though specific details about the nature of the incident have not been disclosed. The measure appears to be a precautionary response to prevent similar emergency situations related to heating systems and chimney safety.

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Former Czech Prime Minister Mirek Topolánek Speaks About Cancer Battle and Fear of Death

Former Czech Prime Minister and leader of the Civic Democratic Party (ODS) Mirek Topolánek gave an interview while undergoing chemotherapy treatment for pancreatic cancer, maintaining his rigorous schedule including daily fitness routines. The 68-year-old politician, who served as Czech Prime Minister from 2006 to 2009, spoke candidly about confronting mortality, stating that "anyone who says they are not afraid of death is either lying or crazy." Despite his health challenges, Topolánek continues to engage actively in public life, attributing his persistence to what he calls "Wallachian stubbornness," a reference to his roots in the Moravian-Wallachian region of the Czech Republic. The interview highlighted his uncompromising approach to both his health battle and his political commentary, including his insistence on specific terminology and word usage during the conversation.

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Name Day Advice for Josephs: Avoid Risk and Rest More

Slovaks named Jozef are being advised to avoid risky situations and get more rest, according to traditional name day guidance. The advice suggests that people with this name have balanced personalities but should be cautious about taking unnecessary risks during this period.

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Firefighters Battle Apartment Building Fire in Svidník

Firefighters are responding to a fire at an apartment building in Svidník, a town in eastern Slovakia. Both professional firefighters and members of the Svidník Volunteer Fire Department are working to extinguish the blaze. According to an operational officer, the damage appears to be limited to one apartment unit within the building.

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Eastern Slovakia Region Restores Signage on 700 Kilometers of Cycling Routes

The Prešov Region in eastern Slovakia has completed the restoration of signage along 700 kilometers of cycling routes, investing 97,500 euros in the project. The regional government also announced plans to install charging stations along the cycling network. The initiative aims to improve infrastructure for cyclists and promote tourism in the region, which borders Poland and Ukraine and includes popular destinations in the High Tatras mountains and other areas of natural beauty.

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Hazardous Material Leak Prompts Emergency Response at Bukóza Industrial Site

Dangerous substances have leaked at the Bukóza industrial complex in eastern Slovakia, prompting authorities to declare an emergency situation. The Central Crisis Staff, Slovakia's main emergency coordination body, held emergency discussions directly at the affected site to assess the situation and coordinate response measures. A specialized expert group has been assembled to address the hazardous material incident and manage the environmental and safety risks posed by the leak.

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Railway crash near Pezinok caused by individual failure, transport ministry report finds

Slovakia's transport ministry has concluded that the November train collision near Pezinok was caused by individual human error, according to an investigation report released by the Ministry of Transport. The crash involved two trains and prompted a detailed investigation into the circumstances that led to the accident. Železnice Slovenskej republiky (ŽSR), Slovakia's state railway company, confirmed it is reviewing the ministry's findings on the incident.

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Customs officers find nearly 10,000 illegal cigarettes in train undercarriage at Slovak border

Customs officers in Maťovce, a Slovak border town, discovered nearly 10,000 illegal cigarettes hidden in the undercarriage of a train. The cigarettes lacked the required Slovak control stamps, making them illegal for sale in the country. The discovery represents a significant seizure of contraband tobacco products at Slovakia's border, where customs officials regularly intercept smuggled goods attempting to enter the European Union market without proper taxation and documentation.

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Spring Cycling Season: From Easy European Routes to Challenging Cappadocia Adventures

As spring weather arrives, cyclists across Europe are being offered a diverse range of cycling destinations, from leisurely bike paths to extreme adventure routes. Tourism promoters are highlighting various locations where the cycling experience promises to outweigh the physical demands, with options ranging from comfortable European cycling trails to challenging terrain in regions like Cappadocia, Turkey, which is being marketed specifically to the most daring cyclists seeking rugged adventures.

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State Insurance Company Reports Electronic Services Outage

Slovakia's state insurance company is experiencing a technical outage affecting its electronic services. Users are currently unable to access the company's mobile application due to the system failure. The Sociálna poisťovňa, which administers the country's social security and pension system, has not yet provided details about the cause of the outage or when services are expected to be restored.

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Police Continue Investigation Into Last Year's Train Collision Near Pezinok

Police are continuing their investigation into a train collision near Pezinok that occurred last year and injured 127 people. A report from Slovakia's transport ministry has blamed the accident on individual failure rather than systemic issues, though the criminal investigation remains ongoing. The collision, which resulted in more than 100 injuries, represents one of the more serious railway accidents in recent Slovak history and has raised questions about rail safety protocols and infrastructure management.

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Bardejov Man Charged After Using Found Credit Card for Taxi Ride

A man from Bardejov faces criminal charges after using someone else's credit card to pay for a taxi ride. The individual had found a wallet, which he discarded while keeping the payment card inside to make the unauthorized transaction. Bardejov is a town in northeastern Slovakia near the Polish border.

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Firefighters extinguish house roof fire in Kalša caused by faulty chimney

Firefighters responded to a roof fire at a house in Kalša, a village in eastern Slovakia, after the blaze broke out due to a leaking chimney. The emergency crews successfully extinguished the fire within two hours of their arrival. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about heating system maintenance during the winter months, when faulty chimneys and heating equipment pose increased fire risks to residential properties.

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Astrological Column Describes Eduard's Personality Through Seal Totem

An astrological or lifestyle column characterizes someone named Eduard as having a disdainful personality, using the symbolism of his animal totem - the seal. The analysis describes the seal as both an aquatic and terrestrial creature, as well as a skilled hunter and diver, to explain Eduard's character traits.

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Dilapidated villa of famous photographer demolished for nine-story apartment building

A deteriorating villa once owned by a renowned photographer is being demolished in Slovakia after its current owners waited seven years to obtain the necessary construction permits. The demolition will make way for a nine-story apartment building on the site. The lengthy permit process highlights the bureaucratic challenges that property developers often face in Slovakia's construction sector.

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Liptovský Mikuláš launches biodegradable waste collection program

The northern Slovak city of Liptovský Mikuláš has begun collecting biodegradable waste from residents as part of a new municipal program. The waste collection operates according to a predetermined schedule that varies by district within the city. Liptovský Mikuláš, located in the Žilina region, joins other Slovak municipalities in expanding waste separation efforts to include organic materials, which can be composted rather than sent to landfills.

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