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1. Around Bratislava April 04, 2011 Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia, is a south western city perfect for an incredible getaway. From wonderful local and international cuisine to a wealth of historical sights and tourist activities, Bratislava truly is an excellent place to visit. Due to its location and prominence, Bratislava’s history has been directed by a collection of different cultures who resided there, including Germans, Czechs, Hungarians, Austrians, Jews and Slovaks – so you can be sure that you’ll find a city like no other once you arrive in this incredible locale. One of the best things to do in Bratislav... (read more) Author: Isla Campbell

2. Give the Gift of Glass May 19, 2010 Quality cut crystal from Europe can be a treasure trove for the discerning buyer. Exquisite hand blown glass and cut crystal manufactured by master craftsmen in the Slovak and the Czech Republic is now becoming more available to the western market. Today, cut crystal of anniversary gift and heirloom quality is just one of the many glass products to choose from. Although the Czechs and Slovaks are not the only skilled glass producers in Central Europe, few rival them in artistic range and expertise. Hardly a street in Prague is without a shop window that displays luxury cut crystal or fine... (read more) Author: Earle Warner

3. Slovaks Vote in Presidential Run-Off April 04, 2009 Slovakia's first female presidential candidate Iveta Radicova casts her vote in Nova Dedinka, 04 Apr 2009Slovaks are voting in Saturday's presidential run-off election between the popular incumbent and a strong opposition challenger.President Ivan Gasparovic won nearly 47 percent of vote in the first round of elections last month. He now faces the top opposition candidate, sociologist and former social affairs minister Iveta Radicova, who received 38 percent.Mr. Gasparovic has an important advantage - the support of the popular Prime Minister Robert Fico.  The far-right Slovak National Pa... (read more)

4. Czechs, Slovaks Mark 40th Anniversary of Soviet-Led Invasion August 21, 2008 A tank displayed on Venceslas Square in Prague - a part of the 'Prague 1968' exhibition, 21 Aug 2008Czechs and Slovaks held solemn memorial services Thursday, commemorating the deadly 1968 Soviet-led invasion of Czechoslovakia, aimed at crushing the liberal reform movement known as the "Prague Spring."Czech President Vaclav Klaus joined his Slovak counterpart, Ivan Gasparovic, at wreath-laying ceremonies in the Slovak capital, Bratislava, while prime ministers of both countries, Mirek Topolanek and Robert Fico came together in Prague.The prime ministers laid one wreath at the tomb of Marie Cha... (read more)

5. Eastern Europe Spreads Freedom's Message, Bush Says February 24, 2005 President Bush says the people of Eastern Europe who once lived under communist control are now spreading freedom's message around the world. In a speech to the people of Slovakia, he hailed that nation's work in the world's newest democracy, Iraq. Thousands of Slovaks packed Bratislava's main square on a blustery winter day to hear the president. Despite the cold, the reception was warm as Mr. Bush recalled a day 17 years ago, when communist authorities in what was then Czechoslovakia broke up a crowd of demonstrators who had gathered on that very spot. They carried candles of freedom - a l... (read more) Author: Paula Wolfson

6. Bush Praises Slovaks as 'Friends and Allies' February 24, 2005 President Bush has hailed Slovaks as friends and allies in the global fight for freedom, and said the former communist country is an inspiration for the spread of democracy around the world. Addressing a large crowd in the main square of Slovakia's capital, Bratislava, Thursday, Mr. Bush thanked the nation for taking great risks by deploying soldiers to Afghanistan and Iraq. The president said the Iraqis determination to vote in last month's elections has inspired the world, as did revolutions in Georgia, Ukraine and in the Slovak capital 17-years ago. Mr. Bush's comments come ahead of talks... (read more) Author: VOA News

7. Canada has 2-1 victory Over Ukraine World Ice Hockey Championships May 11, 2005 Rick Nash has scored his tournament-high ninth goal to lead Canada to a 2-1 victory over Ukraine at the World Ice Hockey Championships in Austria. The victory Tuesday in Innsbruck sealed a second place finish for Canada in Group-F at the end of the second round of play. Sweden crushed Latvia, 9-1, in a late game to win Group-F. The Czech Republic placed second in Group-E behind Russia with a 5-1 victory over Belarus. Slovakia slipped to third place despite beating Kazakhstan, 3-1, in Vienna. Miroslav Satan, Ziggy Palffy, and Michael Handzus scored for the Slovaks. Sweden will skate agains... (read more) Author: VOA Sports

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