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Prešov Region Begins Restoration of Hanušovce nad Topľou Castle Including Earthquake Damage Repairs

The Prešov regional government has launched a comprehensive restoration project of the historic castle in Hanušovce nad Topľou, which will include repairs to damage caused by earthquakes. The restoration work is expected to take two years to complete. The Prešov Region, located in eastern Slovakia, oversees several historic properties and cultural monuments in the area. Hanušovce nad Topľou is a town in the Vranov nad Topľou district, and the castle represents an important piece of regional heritage that has suffered structural damage from seismic activity requiring specialized restoration techniques.

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Healthcare Authority Issued Dozens of Fines to Slovak Hospitals Last Year

Slovak healthcare authorities imposed dozens of penalties on hospitals during 2024, with two private hospital networks receiving the highest fines according to official data. The sanctions represent enforcement action against healthcare facilities for various regulatory violations. Private hospital operators faced the most significant financial penalties in the regulatory crackdown, though specific details about the nature of violations or exact amounts were not disclosed. The fines reflect ongoing oversight efforts by Slovak health authorities to ensure compliance with healthcare standards and regulations across the country's hospital system.

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Hospital Construction Expert Warns of Potential Fatal Errors in Prešov Medical Facility Case

A construction expert has raised serious concerns about a case involving the hospital in Prešov, warning that the issues could represent either a fatal error or a financially motivated attempt to cut costs. The expert indicated that cracks would eventually appear in the structure over time, suggesting potential safety hazards at the medical facility in eastern Slovakia's regional capital.

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Poor Quality Concrete Threatens Structural Safety in Prešov Construction Projects

Construction projects in Prešov face potential structural problems and demolition risks due to the use of substandard concrete, according to a structural engineer's assessment. The expert warned that buildings constructed with inferior concrete materials could develop serious stability issues that may ultimately require demolition to ensure public safety. The warning highlights concerns about construction quality standards in the eastern Slovak city, where inadequate materials could compromise the long-term integrity of new developments.

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Injured Elderly Woman Found After Neighbors Call Police

Police in eastern Slovakia found an injured elderly woman lying on the floor of her apartment after concerned neighbors reported they had not seen her for an extended period. The neighbors contacted authorities when the woman failed to appear for several days, prompting a welfare check. Officers discovered the woman inside her home and provided first aid until emergency medical services arrived to take over her care.

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Slovak Women Delaying First Children by Six Years as Fertility Rates Drop

Slovak women are now giving birth to their first children an average of six years later than they did three decades ago, according to medical experts. The delayed childbearing trend has coincided with rising infertility rates, with approximately one in six couples in Slovakia now experiencing fertility problems. The demographic shift reflects broader social and economic changes affecting family planning decisions across the country, as women postpone motherhood for career, education, and financial reasons. This pattern mirrors trends seen across developed European nations, but the extent of the delay in Slovakia highlights the significant transformation in reproductive behavior since the country's transition from communism in the 1990s.

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Summer Jobs Can Launch Careers Beyond Just Earning Money, Slovak Labor Officials Say

Slovak labor authorities are emphasizing that summer employment for students must be properly documented through written agreements that specify exact working conditions. Officials highlight that these temporary positions can serve as career stepping stones rather than just sources of income. Under Slovak labor law, all student work agreements must be formalized in writing and include detailed terms of employment to protect both students and employers.

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Mobility Days Event Series Launches in Prešov Region

The Mobility Days initiative has begun in the Prešov region, marking the start of a series of transportation-focused events. The program will gradually expand to cover all thirteen districts within the region, bringing mobility-related activities and information to communities across eastern Slovakia.

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Slovak Driver Jailed for Three Months After Repeatedly Driving Despite Police and Court Bans

A Slovak driver received a three-month prison sentence after repeatedly getting behind the wheel despite being banned from driving by both police and court orders. The man ultimately served a longer period in custody than the original sentence imposed. The case highlights enforcement challenges with driving bans in Slovakia, where repeat offenders sometimes continue to drive illegally despite official prohibitions from law enforcement and judicial authorities.

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Driver sentenced to three months in prison for violating court ban

A Slovak man received a three-month prison sentence after driving despite being banned from operating vehicles by both police and court order. The driver ultimately served longer than the initial sentence duration. Slovak courts regularly impose driving bans as penalties for traffic violations, with additional criminal charges filed when individuals violate these restrictions by continuing to drive.

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Slovak Interior Minister Launches Educational Roadshow Featuring Drug Odors and Animal Cruelty Images for Children

Interior Minister Matúš Šutaj Eštok of the Voice (Hlas) party launched an educational roadshow at a Košice hotel parking lot, featuring interactive experiences designed to warn children about cyberbullying, drugs, and animal cruelty. The program, called "Na vlastnej koži" (In Your Own Skin), uses a specially modified large-capacity container with three small rooms offering immersive video experiences, including exposing children as young as 11 to images of abused animals and the smell of marijuana. The Interior Ministry's 744,000-euro roadshow aims to educate students about various dangers through these experiential animations, with Šutaj Eštok being among the first to test the interactive presentations designed for young audiences.

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Two arrested in Slovakia after man loses over 41,000 euros in investment fraud

Slovak police arrested two individuals in connection with an investment fraud scheme that cost one victim more than 41,000 euros. The suspects allegedly promised substantial financial returns to lure victims into parting with thousands of euros. The case highlights ongoing concerns about investment scams targeting Slovak citizens, where fraudsters typically promise unrealistic profits to convince people to hand over large sums of money.

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Slovak Government Opens New Client Service Center in Rožňava

The Slovak government will open a new client service center in the center of Rožňava, a town in eastern Slovakia. The state has leased a building for ten years to house the facility, which is scheduled to open in the second half of this year. The center will provide citizens with access to various government services in one location, improving administrative efficiency in the region.

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Weekend of Traffic Violations in Prešov Region Leads to Multiple Charges

Police in Slovakia's Prešov region filed multiple criminal charges following a weekend marked by numerous traffic violations involving alcohol and drug-impaired driving. The enforcement action targeted drivers operating vehicles under the influence of various substances, resulting in formal accusations against several individuals. The Prešov region, located in eastern Slovakia, has seen increased police attention to traffic safety violations as authorities work to reduce dangerous driving incidents on regional roads.

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Slovak Health Ministry Seeks Faster Ban Process for New Psychoactive Drugs

Slovakia's Ministry of Health is proposing new legislation to accelerate the process of classifying new psychoactive substances as illegal drugs and to completely prohibit their manipulation. The draft law on psychoactive substances aims to strengthen public health protection by closing regulatory gaps that have allowed dangerous synthetic drugs to remain legal while authorities work to ban them. Under current regulations, new synthetic drugs often remain available to consumers for extended periods before being officially classified as controlled substances, creating public health risks. The proposed changes would streamline the classification process and give authorities broader powers to immediately restrict access to potentially harmful psychoactive substances as they emerge in the market.

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Kinqy Party Organizers: Anyone Touching People Without Consent Will Be Ejected

Organizers of Kinqy parties in Slovakia have established strict consent policies for their events, stating they will immediately remove anyone who touches others without permission. The events, which attract hundreds of participants, are described by organizers as more than just sexual gatherings, emphasizing the importance of clear boundaries and respect among attendees.

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Parent Seeks Advice on Child's Adjustment to International Move

A Slovak parent has expressed concerns about the potential negative impact of relocating abroad on their young child's development. The family moved to a foreign country when their son was three years and eleven months old, enrolling him in a local kindergarten where he initially did not speak the language. Over the course of two years, the child learned the new language and now communicates fluently. Despite this successful adaptation, the parent continues to worry about whether the early period in kindergarten, when the child could not understand anyone, may have been too stressful and could have left lasting negative effects on his development.

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Experts Warn Against Excessive Expectations for Innovative Medicines

Healthcare experts caution that patients and healthcare systems should not have inflated expectations regarding the benefits of innovative medicines. The limited benefits observed from new pharmaceutical treatments are not unique to Slovakia but represent a broader international trend affecting healthcare systems globally. This perspective comes amid ongoing discussions about pharmaceutical innovation and its real-world impact on patient outcomes.

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Metallurgy Students Protest Against University Department Closure in Slovakia

Students in metallurgy programs are protesting against their university's decision to shut down their department, demanding the right to complete their studies. The students are refusing to sign voluntary transfer agreements to other programs, insisting they must be allowed to finish their metallurgy degrees. The closure appears to be part of broader restructuring at the institution, but students argue the university cannot simply eliminate their field of study without ensuring current enrollees can graduate in their chosen discipline.

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Drug Dealer Imported Narcotics from Netherlands, Now in Custody While Female Accomplice Under House Arrest

A drug dealer who imported narcotics from the Netherlands has been placed in custody while his female accomplice remains under house arrest with an electronic monitoring bracelet. Both suspects have been implicated by their customers who provided testimony against them. The case highlights an international drug trafficking operation that brought illegal substances from the Netherlands into Slovakia through what appears to have been an organized distribution network.

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