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Police Crackdown on Drunk and Drugged Drivers Yields Multiple Arrests

Slovak police conducted a nighttime operation targeting irresponsible drivers, arresting multiple individuals for driving under the influence of alcohol and drugs. The most serious offender recorded a blood alcohol level of nearly three promille, far exceeding the legal limit. The operation reflects ongoing efforts by Slovak authorities to combat dangerous driving behaviors that pose significant risks to public safety on the country's roads.

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Police charge woman with at least 29 unauthorized transfers from elderly victim's account

Slovak police have charged a woman with conducting at least 29 unauthorized financial transfers from an elderly person's bank account. The suspect allegedly exploited the trust of the senior citizen to carry out the fraudulent transactions. The case highlights growing concerns about financial abuse targeting vulnerable elderly populations, a crime that often involves perpetrators who gain the confidence of their victims before systematically stealing their money.

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Pilot Project for Stray Dog Care Launches in Lomničke

A pilot project addressing stray dog care has begun in Lomničke, a municipality in eastern Slovakia. The initiative brings together veterinarians and local authorities to jointly tackle the issue of stray dogs in the area. The project represents a coordinated approach between medical professionals and municipal officials to develop solutions for managing the stray dog population in the community.

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Stará Ľubovňa to provide temporary housing for families displaced by Podsadok fire

The municipality of Stará Ľubovňa will provide temporary housing in mobile units for families affected by a fire in the Podsadok district. Local authorities also plan to organize a fundraising collection to help the displaced residents. Podsadok is a residential area within Stará Ľubovňa, a town in northeastern Slovakia near the Polish border.

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Prešov installs special holders on trash bins for returnable containers

The city of Prešov has installed special holders on public waste bins designed to help people in need access returnable containers. The holders allow individuals to place bottles and cans with deposit value on the bins rather than throwing them away, making it easier for those collecting containers to retrieve them without having to search through garbage. The initiative aims to support vulnerable populations who rely on collecting returnable containers as a source of income while maintaining cleaner public spaces.

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Flu and Respiratory Illness Cases Rise in Bratislava Region

Health authorities recorded an increase in acute respiratory illnesses and influenza cases across the Bratislava region. Officials documented a total of 1,448 acute respiratory illness cases in the region. The highest incidence rates were recorded in the Bratislava V district, which covers parts of the Slovak capital's eastern areas including Petržalka and Rusovce.

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Slovak Immunologist Explains Histamine Intolerance: Problem Not in Food, but Processing

Slovak immunologist Hrubiško has addressed the growing discussion around histamine intolerance, a condition that is increasingly diagnosed but often misunderstood. The expert explained that the problem lies not in the food itself, but in how the body processes histamine, pointing to the difference between regular bread and sourdough bread as an example. Histamine intolerance presents with unclear symptoms that are easily confused with other health problems, ranging from digestive issues to skin problems and headaches. This makes diagnosis challenging, as it can be difficult to distinguish between normal bodily reactions and actual intolerance. While some people self-diagnose the condition, others suffer from long-term symptoms without ever having heard of histamine intolerance.

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Slovak Radio Undergoes 'Liquidation Normalization Purge,' Critics Say

Slovak Radio is experiencing what critics describe as a systematic purge aimed at dismantling the institution's independence. Critics argue that those implementing the changes claim to act in the name of the Slovak nation while deliberately undermining the country's cultural institutions. The development follows broader concerns about media independence in Slovakia, where public broadcasters have faced increasing political pressure from the current government. Slovak Radio, the country's public radio broadcaster, has historically served as an important cultural and informational institution, providing news and cultural programming to Slovak audiences.

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Parenting Advice: How to Handle Teenage Son's Anger Outbursts

A Slovak father is seeking advice on how to handle his 14-year-old son's behavioral changes and anger outbursts. The parent describes a deteriorating relationship over the past year, with his son withdrawing from family activities they once enjoyed together, such as cycling and building model airplanes. The teenager now isolates himself in his room with headphones, spending hours on his computer or mobile phone, and has become uncommunicative with his parents. This represents a common parenting challenge as children navigate adolescence and seek greater independence while parents struggle to maintain connection and communication.

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Slovak Jewelry Designer Combines Business Success with Cultural Heritage Support

Petra Toth has transformed from facing skepticism about "playing with beads" to becoming a recognized jewelry designer who combines her business with philanthropy. The entrepreneur now uses her success to support Slovak folklore and cultural heritage through original initiatives. Her story represents a growing trend of Slovak business owners integrating charitable work into their operations, challenging traditional perceptions about philanthropy in the country.

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Slovak Mother Asks Employer to Cut Her Salary to Keep Disability Care Benefits

A Slovak mother caring for a severely disabled daughter has requested her employer reduce her salary by 23 euros to avoid losing essential care benefits. Gabriela, who believes she may be the first person in history to ask for a pay cut, faced losing her caregiver allowance because her income exceeded the legal threshold by this small amount. The caregiver allowance system in Slovakia currently has strict income limits that can force parents of disabled children to choose between higher earnings and crucial state support for care duties. However, the law is set to change in 2027, when these income restrictions for parent-caregivers will be eliminated, allowing families to earn regular wages without losing their care benefits.

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Slovak mountaineer Marián Šajnoha, member of first Slovak Everest expedition, dies at 86

Marián Šajnoha, a prominent Slovak mountaineer and member of the first Slovak expedition to Mount Everest, has died at the age of 86. Šajnoha, who served as former head of the James mountaineering association, was a significant figure in Slovak mountaineering history. His participation in Slovakia's inaugural Everest expedition marked a milestone in the country's alpine climbing achievements and helped establish Slovakia's presence in international high-altitude mountaineering.

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Slovak Mountaineer and Former Climbing Club President Dies

A prominent Slovak mountaineer and former president of a mountaineering club has died. Šajnoha was born in 1939 and had been involved in mountaineering since 1960, dedicating over six decades to the sport. The mountaineering community has lost a significant figure who contributed to the development of climbing activities in Slovakia.

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Piešťany Holds March of the Living to Commemorate 1942 Jewish Deportations

Piešťany held a March of the Living event to commemorate the tragic events of March 23, 1942, when the first transport of Jewish women was deported from the town. The march serves to break the silence surrounding this dark chapter of Slovak history during World War II. The commemoration connects to Slovakia's participation in the Holocaust, when the country's wartime government collaborated with Nazi Germany in deporting its Jewish population to concentration camps.

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March of the Living commemorates first deportation of Jewish women from Slovak spa town

A March of the Living ceremony took place to commemorate the deportation of dozens of Jewish women and girls from the Slovak spa town of Piešťany to Nazi concentration camps on March 23, 1942. The deportation marked the first transport of death from the town during the Holocaust. The commemoration honors the victims of one of the earliest systematic deportations of Slovak Jews during World War II, when Slovakia was a client state of Nazi Germany and participated in the Holocaust through its own deportation program that ultimately sent approximately 75,000 Slovak Jews to their deaths.

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Czech Teacher Donated Honoraria to Unemployed During First Republic Era

František Loubal, a Czech teacher working in Nové Mesto nad Váhom during the First Czechoslovak Republic period (1918-1938), donated his honoraria to help unemployed local residents. When railway workers laying tracks in the town discovered an ancient burial ground, Loubal took action to preserve the archaeological find despite pressure from supervisors to conceal the discovery to avoid delaying modernization projects. The teacher explained his charitable actions by saying he was not from the Považie region but wanted to help the local community. His story is part of a series documenting philanthropists from the 19th and 20th centuries who made significant contributions to Slovak society, highlighting individuals who actively cared about their communities during challenging historical periods.

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Fire in Roma settlement leaves 42 people homeless in eastern Slovakia

A nighttime fire in the Roma settlement of Podsadek in Stará Ľubovňa left 42 people without shelter after flames rapidly spread through residential buildings. The blaze began in a family house shortly after midnight on Sunday and quickly engulfed surrounding structures, requiring immediate intervention by emergency services. Both the mayor of Stará Ľubovňa and the district office declared a state of emergency to coordinate assistance for the displaced residents. Stará Ľubovňa is a town in eastern Slovakia's Prešov region, and Roma settlements in the area often face challenging living conditions with limited infrastructure.

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Nutritionists Debunk Common Food Myths About Tomato Stems and Fruit Peels

Slovak nutritionists have addressed widespread misconceptions about food safety and nutrition, examining claims such as whether tomato stems are poisonous and if fruit and vegetable peels contain the most vitamins. The experts separated fact from fiction regarding commonly held beliefs about food preparation and consumption, providing evidence-based guidance on dietary practices that many people accept without question.

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