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Three-car collision near Nižný Žipov leaves Mercedes off road, driver had been drinking

Three vehicles collided near the village of Nižný Žipov in eastern Slovakia, with one Mercedes ending up off the roadway. Police determined that the Mercedes driver had consumed alcohol before getting behind the wheel. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about drunk driving on Slovak roads, though specific details about injuries or the extent of damage were not immediately available.

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Snina to Build Three New Container Shelters with Solar Panels

The eastern Slovak town of Snina will construct three new container shelters in residential courtyards, equipped with photovoltaic solar panels on their roofs. The project represents the municipality's effort to improve waste management infrastructure while incorporating renewable energy elements into urban planning.

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Police arrest drug dealer hiding heroin and methamphetamine in garden shed in Bratislava

Police in Bratislava's Nové Mesto district conducted a raid that resulted in the arrest of a woman dealing illegal drugs from an unusual location. Officers discovered the suspect had been using a garden shed to store and distribute heroin and methamphetamine instead of engaging in typical gardening activities. The operation highlights ongoing law enforcement efforts to combat drug trafficking in Slovakia's capital city.

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Trnava Region Announces Tenders for Additional Road Repairs

The Trnava Region has announced new procurement tenders for road repair projects across the area. Among the planned works is the reconstruction of a third-class road connecting Dolný Štál and Okoč, spanning 1.4 kilometers with an estimated value exceeding 406,000 euros excluding VAT. The Trnava Region, located in western Slovakia, is one of the country's eight administrative regions responsible for maintaining local road infrastructure and coordinating regional development projects.

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Beauty Tips: Simple and Effective Care for Tired Skin

A Slovak lifestyle publication has shared skincare advice focused on refreshing and revitalizing tired skin through simple yet effective routines. The guidance aims to help readers address common skin fatigue issues with practical beauty care methods.

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Slovak Driver Crashes Repeatedly While Turning, Tests Over 2.3 Blood Alcohol

A heavily intoxicated driver repeatedly crashed into another vehicle while attempting to turn, registering a blood alcohol level of over 2.3 promille when tested by police. The incident occurred in eastern Slovakia, where authorities also detained another driver who was found to be even more severely impaired. The 2.3 promille reading represents extreme intoxication, nearly five times Slovakia's legal driving limit of 0.5 promille, indicating the driver was in a dangerously impaired state that posed serious risks to public safety.

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Spring Weather Makes Skopje an Attractive Short-Break Destination for Slovak Travelers

Spring weather in Skopje, North Macedonia's capital, is creating ideal conditions for short city breaks, offering visitors pleasant temperatures and vibrant old town streets. The city combines the historic Kale Fortress and traditional Čaršija bazaar with scenic views from Mount Vodna, providing travelers with an accessible mix of Balkan culture, cuisine, and affordable prices. The seasonal conditions make the Macedonian capital particularly appealing for brief urban escapes from Slovakia.

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Trial continues in Spišská Stará Ves attack case with witness testimony via video link

A court trial is continuing in the case of an attack that occurred in Spišská Stará Ves, with witnesses providing testimony through video link technology. The proceedings are taking place at the court in Kežmarok, a town in northern Slovakia near the High Tatras mountains. The use of remote testimony suggests the case involves witnesses who cannot physically attend the court sessions, though specific details about the nature of the attack or the charges being heard have not been disclosed.

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Police conduct raids in Košice region, detain football club president

Police carried out raids in Košice and surrounding areas, during which they detained the president of a local football club. FC Košice, one of Slovakia's prominent football clubs based in the country's second-largest city, confirmed the detention but stated that the police action was unrelated to the club's operations. The nature of the investigation and specific charges have not been disclosed.

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Chemical Leak Forces Evacuation of Apartment Building in Prešov

Emergency responders evacuated residents from an apartment building in Prešov overnight after an unknown chemical substance was detected in the building. Fire department officials said they could not immediately identify the nature of the hazardous material, prompting the precautionary evacuation of all residents from the affected building. The incident occurred in Slovakia's third-largest city, located in the eastern part of the country near the Polish border.

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Three injured in serious car crash near Žilina

Three people were injured when two cars collided on the I/18 highway at the exit from Žilina, a city in northwestern Slovakia. Firefighters from Žilina responded to the scene, providing first aid to the injured and securing the accident site. The collision occurred on a major highway route connecting Žilina to other parts of the country.

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Court Rules on Boundary Dispute Between Towns in Eastern Slovakia

The Regional Administrative Court in Košice issued a ruling on shifting the cadastral boundary between the municipality of Ľubica and the city of Kežmarok in eastern Slovakia. The dispute centers on a residential area built during the 1970s and 1980s, when Ľubica was still a district of Kežmarok rather than an independent municipality. The boundary adjustment affects the administrative control over this housing development, which was constructed during the communist era when the two settlements were unified under a single municipal administration.

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Quiz Challenges Slovaks to Identify Water Bodies from Satellite Images

A new interactive quiz is challenging Slovaks to identify the country's lakes and water bodies from satellite photographs. The quiz presents an unconventional aerial perspective of Slovakia's water features, offering participants a unique way to test their geographical knowledge of the country's natural landmarks from space.

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Two Men Arrested for Allegedly Stealing Nearly 600 Kilograms of Piping

Slovak police arrested two men on suspicion of stealing approximately 600 kilograms of industrial piping. The suspects were detained and escorted to a police station for questioning and further legal procedures. The theft involved a substantial amount of metal piping, though authorities have not yet disclosed details about the location of the crime or the estimated value of the stolen materials.

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Police Warn of Traffic Restrictions During Slovakia Rally Tatry 2026

Police have issued traffic warnings for the 53rd edition of the Slovakia Rally Tatry 2026, with several roads becoming impassable during the automotive competition. A detour route will be marked with temporary traffic signs through the Poprad-Veľká district and around Poprad-Tatry airport. The rally, one of Slovakia's major motorsport events, requires extensive road closures to ensure safety during the racing stages in the High Tatras region near the country's northern border with Poland.

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House Fire in Pernek Causes €150,000 in Damages, One Person Injured

A house fire in Pernek caused preliminary damages estimated at €150,000 and resulted in one person being injured. Firefighters provided first aid to the injured individual before transferring them to medical professionals for further care. The incident represents a significant property loss for the small Slovak municipality.

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Three Men Pull Driver From Car and Attack Him in Bystré

Three men forcibly removed a driver from his vehicle and physically assaulted him in the village of Bystré in eastern Slovakia. The victim sustained multiple injuries during the attack. Police are investigating the incident as a violent assault case.

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