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Slovak Court Convicts Woman for Phone Scam That Duped Elderly Victim Out of €32,000

A Slovak court has convicted a woman for her role in a phone scam that frightened an elderly victim into throwing €32,000 out of her window. The fraudster had previously been convicted by German authorities before facing charges in Slovakia. During the Slovak proceedings, the woman refused to reveal the identity of her accomplices in the scheme. The case represents a cross-border fraud operation that targeted vulnerable elderly people through intimidation tactics designed to make victims surrender large sums of money.

Korzár
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Society

Slovak Woman Sentenced in Germany and Slovakia for Elderly Fraud Scheme

A Slovak woman was convicted in both Germany and Slovakia for a fraud scheme that targeted elderly victims. The perpetrator frightened a senior citizen into throwing 32,000 euros out of a window, believing she was helping to catch criminals. German courts first sentenced the woman for her role in the cross-border fraud operation. Slovak authorities subsequently prosecuted her as well, though she refused to reveal the identity of her accomplice during proceedings. The case highlights the international nature of elder fraud schemes that specifically target vulnerable seniors through psychological manipulation.

Korzár
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Society

Emergency Services Report 106 Callouts for Child Injuries During Spring Break

Emergency medical services responded to 106 incidents involving injured children during Slovakia's spring break period. The spring holidays were divided into three separate terms across different regions, following the country's traditional system of staggered school breaks by administrative districts. The emergency service data highlights the seasonal increase in child-related accidents that typically occurs when students are out of school and engage in more outdoor activities and recreational pursuits during the break period.

TASR/Teraz
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Society

One in Ten Fathers Suffers from Postpartum Depression, New Research Shows

Approximately one in ten fathers experiences postpartum depression, according to new research highlighting a condition that remains widely overlooked. The study reveals that paternal postpartum depression is linked to delayed language development in children and can negatively impact their ability to regulate emotions and social behavior. Researchers explain that depressed fathers may struggle more with soothing crying infants, reading to toddlers, or engaging in playful interactions that are crucial for early brain development. The findings underscore the importance of recognizing and addressing mental health challenges in new fathers, as their emotional well-being directly affects child development outcomes.

Dennik N
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Society

Street Survey Shows Mixed Results as Bratislava Residents Attempt Slovak Language Graduation Questions

A street survey conducted in Bratislava tested random passersby on Slovak language questions from the country's secondary school graduation exams, known as maturita. The informal poll revealed mixed results, with some participants demonstrating they would have passed the graduation requirements while others struggled with the language questions. The maturita examination is Slovakia's standardized test that students must pass to graduate from secondary school and qualify for university admission.

SME
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Society

Mothers donate nearly 86 liters of breast milk to eastern Slovakia maternity ward

Forty-one mothers donated breast milk to help premature babies at Penta Hospitals Humenné in eastern Slovakia during 2024, providing a total of 85.8 liters of processed milk. The donations represent a slight increase from 2023, when 37 mothers contributed 84 liters of breast milk to the facility. The donated milk serves as a crucial resource for premature infants who require specialized nutrition during their early development in the hospital's neonatal unit.

Košice Dnes
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Society

Fire Service Condemns Stone-Throwing Attack on Crew After Lipany Blaze

The Slovak Fire and Rescue Service leadership condemned an attack on firefighters who were pelted with stones while responding to a fire in Lipany, a town in eastern Slovakia. The incident occurred after firefighters had completed their emergency response to the blaze. The Fire Service Presidium, the central authority overseeing Slovakia's firefighting operations, issued a statement denouncing the assault on the crew members who were performing their public safety duties.

Korzár
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Society

Police investigate severe poisoning of 64-year-old man in Stará Ľubovňa

Police are investigating a severe poisoning case involving a 64-year-old man in Stará Ľubovňa, a town in northeastern Slovakia. The man consumed an unknown substance containing methanol, a toxic alcohol that can cause blindness, organ failure, and death even in small amounts. The investigation aims to determine the source of the methanol-containing substance and the circumstances surrounding the poisoning incident.

Korzár
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Society

Slovak Cities and Municipalities Join EU Climate Protection Initiative

Cities and municipalities across Slovakia are participating in the EU Covenant of Mayors initiative to combat climate change and build sustainable communities. Local governments play a crucial role in climate protection by developing solutions that directly impact residents' quality of life. The Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy is a European Union initiative that brings together thousands of local governments committed to implementing climate and energy policies on their territory. Through this voluntary commitment, participating Slovak municipalities pledge to reduce CO2 emissions, increase energy efficiency, and develop renewable energy sources while improving the lives of their citizens.

Bratislavský kraj
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Society

Camera Traps Catch Illegal Antler Collectors in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains

Wildlife monitoring cameras in Slovakia's Tatra Mountains have captured images of illegal collectors gathering deer antlers while wearing camouflage clothing. The Tatra National Park, which encompasses Slovakia's highest mountain range and is a protected UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, uses camera traps to monitor wildlife populations and detect unauthorized human activity. Park authorities are warning that removing natural materials like shed antlers from the protected area violates conservation laws and disrupts the ecosystem. The collectors were photographed carrying antlers on their backs, apparently attempting to avoid detection by wearing military-style camouflage gear.

Korzár
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Society

Hospital in Humenné Processes Dozens of Liters of Donated Breast Milk as Donor Numbers Grow

The hospital in Humenné has processed dozens of liters of donated breast milk as the number of donors continues to increase. The donated milk serves to protect the most vulnerable infants who cannot receive milk from their own mothers. Humenné is located in eastern Slovakia's Prešov region, and the hospital's milk bank program represents part of broader efforts across Slovakia to ensure adequate nutrition for premature babies and infants whose mothers cannot breastfeed due to medical reasons.

Korzár
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Society

Tesco Slovakia Launches Campaign to Support Menstrual Dignity, Donating 10 Cents Per Product Sale

Tesco Slovakia has launched a campaign to address menstrual poverty by donating 10 cents from each Pro Formula product sold to support women and girls facing this issue. The supermarket chain's initiative recognizes menstrual poverty as a significant problem in Slovakia, affecting thousands of women and girls who struggle to afford basic menstrual hygiene products. The campaign aims to promote menstrual dignity and provide practical assistance to those who cannot access essential sanitary products due to financial constraints.

Aktuality
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Society

Slovak Court Issues Unusual Sentence in Criminal Case

A Slovak court has delivered an unconventional sentence in a criminal case involving an individual known as 'Bombic.' The defendant was found guilty and sentenced to a four-year ban on using the name or identity 'Bombic.' The court described the punishment as particularly harsh, characterizing the case with strong language that suggests the severity of the underlying offense. The unusual nature of the sentence reflects the specific circumstances of the case, though the exact details of the criminal charges were not specified in available reports.

SME
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Society

Worker Struggles to Disconnect from Work Emails During Personal Vacation Time

A Slovak employee has highlighted a common workplace dilemma by seeking advice on how to stop checking and responding to work emails during personal vacation time. The worker explained they have no trouble avoiding work communications during weekends, holidays, or company-wide breaks when colleagues are also off, such as the traditional ten-day Christmas period when their entire workplace shuts down. However, when taking individual vacation days, they feel compelled to check their email two to three times daily and respond to messages, creating a pattern that prevents true disconnection from work responsibilities. The situation reflects broader challenges many employees face in maintaining work-life boundaries in an increasingly connected digital workplace environment.

Dennik N
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Society

Angela and Angelika are romantic names, according to Slovak name analysis

Women named Angela and Angelika tend to be romantic and enjoy being swept away by romantic fantasies, according to a Slovak name analysis. The brief study examined personality traits associated with these particular names, suggesting that bearers of these names are inclined toward romantic thinking and daydreaming.

TASR/Teraz
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Society

Firefighters attacked with stones after intervention at Roma settlement in Lipany

Firefighters faced stone-throwing attacks and equipment damage during an intervention at a Roma settlement in Lipany, eastern Slovakia. The incident occurred following emergency services operations in the area, though no injuries to emergency personnel were reported. Roma settlements in Slovakia often face tensions with authorities and local communities, with previous incidents involving clashes during official interventions at these marginalized communities.

Korzár
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Society

Firefighters Attacked with Stones During Emergency Response in Eastern Slovakia

Firefighters responding to an emergency call near the settlement of Lipany in eastern Slovakia came under attack from stone-throwing assailants who also damaged their equipment. Four firefighters with one piece of emergency equipment were deployed to handle the original incident, but encountered hostility during their response. While the attackers caused damage to firefighting equipment, no injuries to the emergency responders were reported. The incident highlights ongoing tensions in some Slovak communities where emergency services face hostility while performing their duties.

TASR/TerazKorzár
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Society

School Care Worker Showed Children Videos About End of World, Causing Nightmares and Fear

A childcare worker at an elementary school in Bratislava's Ružinov district showed children videos and promotional materials about the end of the world and human extinction, causing several students to experience fear and wake up crying at night. The materials were connected to the AllatRa movement, which promotes apocalyptic themes. Parents reported that their children were waking up from sleep without apparent reason and talking about disturbing content they had seen, leaving parents puzzled about where their children had encountered such material. The incident occurred during after-school care programs at the Bratislava school, raising concerns about inappropriate content being shown to young students in educational settings.

Dennik N
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Society

School Staff Member Shows Children End-of-World Videos, Causing Sleep Disturbances

A childcare supervisor at an elementary school in Bratislava's Ružinov district showed children videos and promotional materials about the end of the world and human extinction from the AllatRa movement. Parents reported that several children began experiencing nightmares and waking up crying at night after viewing the content. One father described how his child would wake up without apparent reason and talk about disturbing things the parent couldn't trace to any obvious source. The incident highlights concerns about inappropriate content being shown to young students in educational settings and the psychological impact such material can have on children.

Dennik N
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Society

Teacher Showed Children Apocalyptic Videos from AllatRa Movement, Causing Nightmares and Fear

A teacher at an after-school care program in a Bratislava elementary school showed children videos and propaganda materials from the AllatRa movement depicting the end of the world and human extinction. Several children began experiencing nightmares and waking up crying at night after being exposed to the apocalyptic content. Parents reported their children were frightened and talking about disturbing scenarios they had seen, initially not understanding where their children had encountered such material. The incident occurred at a school in Ružinov, one of Bratislava's districts, where the teacher used the controversial movement's materials as part of her work with the children.

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