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Slovak Man Arrested for Illegal Arsenal Including Assault Rifle and Handgun

Slovak police arrested a man for illegally storing a significant weapons cache in his home, including an assault rifle, a submachine gun, and a handgun. The suspect has been charged and placed in police detention with his personal freedom restricted pending further investigation. The discovery represents a serious violation of Slovakia's strict firearms laws, which require proper licensing and registration for all weapons possession.

TASR/Teraz
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Slovakia to ban puppy and kitten mills under new legislation

Slovakia's Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is preparing legislation to ban commercial breeding operations known as puppy and kitten mills, where dogs and cats are bred for sale without proper documentation of their origin. The planned amendment to the veterinary care law is scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2027. The ministry aims to eliminate unregulated breeding facilities that often operate without appropriate health certifications or breed documentation, addressing animal welfare concerns and ensuring better standards for pet breeding in the country.

Košice Dnes
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Woman Charged with Attempted Murder After Stabbing Incident Outside Apartment Building

Police in Trebišov, a town in eastern Slovakia, have charged a local woman with attempted murder following a violent stabbing incident outside an apartment building. Officers were forced to subdue the woman after she allegedly attacked a man with a knife. The suspect, described as a Trebišov resident, was taken into custody after the incident, which police characterized as particularly violent given the nature of the attack and the need for officers to physically restrain the perpetrator.

Korzár
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Slovak Ombudsman Urges Parliament to End Healthcare Fee Confusion Affecting Vulnerable Populations

Slovakia's public ombudsman has called on parliament to address the chaotic and unclear healthcare fee system that disproportionately affects the country's most vulnerable populations, including low-income individuals, seniors, and chronically ill patients. The ombudsman warned that the confusing payment structure represents a serious violation of constitutional rights, with many pensioners unable to afford medical care due to the opaque fee system. The appeal highlights growing concerns about healthcare accessibility in Slovakia, where unclear regulations around medical fees are creating barriers to treatment for those least able to navigate or afford the complex payment requirements.

Aktuality
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Travel Expert Warns of Rising Flight Prices Due to Hormuz Strait Blockade

A Slovak travel blogger is advising travelers not to delay purchasing flights, particularly to exotic destinations, as tensions in the Middle East drive up aviation fuel costs. Milan, who runs the popular "Milan bez mapy" (Milan Without a Map) travel blog, said he has seen tickets for as low as 15 euros but warned that prices will be affected by the blocked Hormuz Strait, which has disrupted global fuel supplies. The impact on ticket prices will vary depending on how individual airlines purchase their fuel, with some carriers more vulnerable to sudden price spikes than others. The ongoing Middle East conflict is expected to influence vacation costs more broadly, particularly affecting travelers who book their own flights and hotels rather than purchasing package deals through tour operators.

Dennik N
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Biochemist Explains Reality Behind Rapid Weight Loss Claims

A Slovak biochemist has addressed public interest in quick weight loss methods, explaining that rapid weight reduction is not possible on demand and that three-day miracle solutions are unrealistic. The expert's comments come amid widespread interest in fast weight loss techniques, with many people seeking immediate results from diet and fitness programs.

SME
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New skate park in Prešov opens and immediately closes for modifications

A newly constructed skate park in Prešov was ceremonially opened and then immediately closed again for necessary modifications to the facility. The eastern Slovak city is using the closure period to finalize operational regulations for the recreational area. Prešov, Slovakia's third-largest city located in the eastern region, had invested in the skate park as part of efforts to expand recreational facilities for young people.

Korzár
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Mother Charged with Forcing 13-Year-Old Daughter into Prostitution in Eastern Slovakia

Police in Slovakia have charged a mother with forcing her 13-year-old daughter into prostitution in the eastern Slovak town of Trebišov. The case represents a serious criminal investigation involving child exploitation and human trafficking. Trebišov, located in the Košice region near the Hungarian border, is a town of approximately 23,000 residents. Such cases involving minors are handled by specialized units within Slovak law enforcement and carry severe penalties under the country's criminal code, which treats forced prostitution of minors as a form of human trafficking with potential sentences of up to 20 years in prison.

Korzár
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Society

Bratislava Region to Participate in European Health Survey

The Bratislava region will participate in the next wave of the European Health Interview Survey (EHIS), scheduled to run from July to December 2025. The survey, conducted across Slovakia, aims to gather important data about the population's health status and factors that influence public health. The European Health Interview Survey is a standardized research project that provides comparable health data across EU member states, helping governments and health authorities develop evidence-based health policies and programs.

Bratislavský kraj
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Health authorities issue hepatitis A prevention guidelines following outbreak in Pezinok

Health authorities in the Bratislava region have issued prevention guidelines for hepatitis A following an outbreak in the town of Pezinok. Hepatitis A is an acute viral infection that spreads through contaminated food, water, or poor hygiene practices. The regional health office is providing information about symptoms, disease progression, and prevention measures to help residents protect themselves from the infection. Pezinok is located in the Bratislava region, about 20 kilometers northeast of the Slovak capital.

Bratislavský kraj
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Foster care center in Pezinok seeks professional substitute parents

The Center for Children and Families in Pezinok is recruiting professional substitute parents to provide care for children in the foster system. The facility, located in the Bratislava region, is offering what it describes as a unique opportunity for individuals interested in supporting children in foster care while experiencing family life as professional caregivers. The recruitment drive aims to expand the pool of qualified substitute parents available to care for children who cannot remain with their biological families.

Bratislavský kraj
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Pezinok Warns Residents of Hepatitis A Outbreak, Urges Hygiene Precautions

The city of Pezinok has issued a public health warning about a current outbreak of viral hepatitis A, commonly known as infectious hepatitis or jaundice, in the area. Local authorities are urging residents to maintain strict hygiene practices to prevent the spread of the disease among the community. Pezinok, located in the Bratislava region about 20 kilometers northeast of the Slovak capital, is advising citizens to take protective measures to safeguard themselves and their families from the highly contagious liver infection, which spreads through contaminated food, water, or close contact with infected individuals.

Bratislavský kraj
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New App to Show Slovaks How Government Spends Their Tax Money

A team of economists, sociologists and data analysts is developing a free application called Slovakia 3.0 that will show citizens in detail how the state manages public finances and the real impact of government decisions on family budgets. The project aims to make government spending more transparent by translating abstract concepts like billions in spending, GDP percentages, and fiscal consolidation into understandable terms for ordinary citizens. The application will provide detailed breakdowns of how tax money is redistributed and spent across different government programs and services.

Aktuality
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Slovakia Launches Digital School Enrollment System to Reduce Bureaucracy

The Slovak Ministry of Education has launched a unified electronic system called ePrihlášky (eApplications) that significantly simplifies the school admission process for both parents and schools. The digital platform eliminates unnecessary paperwork, reduces administrative burden, and provides greater transparency in the enrollment process for children entering schools across the country. The new system represents a major shift from traditional paper-based applications to a streamlined digital process. Parents can now submit a single electronic application rather than managing multiple paper forms and documents when applying for school admission for their children. The initiative is part of Slovakia's broader digitalization efforts in public administration, aimed at making government services more efficient and user-friendly. The Ministry of Education, which oversees the country's educational system including primary and secondary schools, developed the platform to modernize what has historically been a bureaucratic and time-consuming process for families.

Bratislavský kraj
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Bratislava's Čunovo Ecocentre Opens February Nature Discovery Programs

The Čunovo Ecocentre in Bratislava region is opening its doors to visitors in February with a series of nature discovery programs focused on exploring floodplain forests. The center, which promotes environmental education and conservation awareness, will offer interactive workshops, field excursions, and family-friendly activities throughout the month. The programs are designed to give participants close-up experiences with local ecosystems, particularly the unique floodplain forest habitats found in the area along the Danube River near the Slovak-Austrian border.

Bratislavský kraj
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Society

Man faces eight years in prison for defrauding elderly woman of €15,000 in fake accident scam

Police in Poprad have arrested a fraudster who swindled €15,000 from an elderly woman by falsely claiming her son had been involved in an accident. The scam, which exploited the victim's concern for her child's safety, has resulted in criminal charges that could lead to an eight-year prison sentence for the perpetrator. Poprad criminal investigators successfully tracked down and apprehended the suspect following their investigation into the fraud case.

Korzár
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Slovakia Plans to Ban Commercial Dog and Cat Breeding Operations by 2027

Slovakia's agriculture ministry is preparing legislation to prohibit commercial dog and cat breeding facilities, commonly known as puppy and kitten mills. The proposed amendment to existing animal welfare laws would take effect in 2027, according to Agriculture Minister Richard Takáč. The move targets large-scale commercial breeding operations that are often criticized for poor animal welfare conditions and prioritizing profit over the health and well-being of animals.

TASR/Teraz
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Society

Acute Respiratory Illness Cases Drop in Banská Bystrica Region

The incidence of acute respiratory illnesses has declined in the Banská Bystrica region of central Slovakia. According to the regional public health officer, no educational institutions in the Banská Bystrica Self-Governing Region have reported interruptions to their educational activities due to respiratory illness outbreaks. The Banská Bystrica Self-Governing Region is one of Slovakia's eight regional administrative units, responsible for coordinating public health monitoring and educational oversight in central Slovakia including the regional capital of Banská Bystrica.

TASR/Teraz
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