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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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Drug raid in Kráľovský Chlmec leads to arrest and detention

Police conducted a raid in Kráľovský Chlmec, a town in eastern Slovakia, which uncovered dried cannabis and equipment used for drug distribution. The search operation resulted in the arrest of a 40-year-old man who now faces drug-related criminal charges. Following the discovery of the narcotics and distribution equipment, authorities placed the suspect in pre-trial detention.

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Police launch major traffic enforcement operation, uncover hundreds of violations and alcohol offenses

Slovak police conducted a large-scale traffic enforcement operation targeting undisciplined drivers, uncovering hundreds of traffic violations and alcohol-related offenses. The operation revealed widespread non-compliance with traffic regulations among motorists. While authorities detected alcohol violations during the crackdown, all drug tests administered to drivers returned negative results, indicating that impaired driving was limited to alcohol consumption rather than narcotics use.

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Driver jailed after high-speed chase on highway tests positive for multiple drugs

A 31-year-old driver was arrested and jailed after police stopped him for reckless driving on the eastern section of Slovakia's D1 highway. The man, who was driving without a valid license, tested positive for amphetamine, methamphetamine, and cocaine during the traffic stop. He was also cited for excessive speeding during what police described as dangerous driving behavior on the major highway that connects Bratislava with eastern Slovakia.

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Driver loses license after speeding 30 km/h over limit, unable to pay fine

Police confiscated a driver's license after the motorist exceeded the speed limit by 30 kilometers per hour in a village and was unable to pay the resulting fine. Slovak traffic police have the authority to immediately suspend driving privileges when drivers commit serious traffic violations and cannot settle fines on the spot, a measure designed to enforce road safety regulations in communities where speeding poses risks to pedestrians and residents.

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Detva Plans Second Phase of Urban Cycling Path Construction

The town of Detva in central Slovakia has announced plans for the second phase of its urban cycling path project. The expansion will include the construction of three new pedestrian bridges over local streams to improve connectivity for cyclists and pedestrians within the town limits. The project represents part of Detva's ongoing efforts to develop cycling infrastructure and promote sustainable transportation options for residents.

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Child dies in house fire in eastern Slovak village, two others critically injured

A child died and two others are in critical condition following a house fire in Mirkovce, a village in eastern Slovakia. Emergency responders and the local mayor rushed to the scene of the blaze. The incident represents a tragic loss of life in what appears to be a serious residential fire affecting multiple children in the small community.

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Two Children Injured in Fire at Residential Buildings in Mirkovna

Two children were injured during a fire at residential buildings in Mirkovna, a village in eastern Slovakia. Local firefighters and the mayor responded to the scene, with the mayor confirming that multiple dwellings were damaged in the blaze. The extent of the children's injuries and the cause of the fire have not been disclosed.

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Fire in Mirkovce Village Injures Two Children, Emergency Services Battle Blaze in Settlement

Firefighters have been battling a large fire that broke out in a residential settlement in the village of Mirkovce in eastern Slovakia's Prešov district since Tuesday morning. Two children suffered burn injuries in the blaze, according to the regional emergency operations center. The fire affected multiple dwellings in the local settlement, prompting an extensive emergency response from rescue services.

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Honda Prelude Hybrid Coupe Successfully Combines Performance with Fuel Efficiency

Honda's new Prelude coupe has demonstrated that the concept of creating a fuel-efficient sports car can be successfully executed, according to automotive testing. The hybrid-powered coupe delivers an engaging driving experience that encourages active use rather than garage storage, marking a successful implementation of Honda's strategy to combine sporty design with low fuel consumption in the coupe segment.

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Three Children Injured in Serious Car Accident in Eastern Slovakia

Three children were injured Tuesday morning in a serious traffic accident in the village of Rudňany in eastern Slovakia. The car carrying four passengers crashed in the Spišská Nová Ves district, according to the Košice regional fire department. Emergency services responded to the scene and traffic on the road through Rudňany remains restricted while rescue operations continue.

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Municipal Police Officers Help Extinguish Fire and Locate Missing Person During Patrol

Municipal police officers in Slovakia assisted in extinguishing a fire and successfully located a wanted person during what was initially planned as a routine patrol shift. The officers encountered the emergency situations while conducting their regular duties, demonstrating the varied responsibilities of municipal police forces beyond their typical law enforcement tasks.

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Drunk Driver Collides with Drunk Pedestrian in Eastern Slovakia

A traffic accident occurred near Svidník in eastern Slovakia involving two intoxicated individuals. A drunk male driver collided with a drunk female pedestrian, with both parties showing blood alcohol levels exceeding 2.0 promille (0.2%). The incident highlights the dangers of alcohol-related traffic situations, though specific details about injuries or circumstances surrounding the collision have not been disclosed.

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