Košice

Czech and Slovak housing affordability and market shifts

36 clusters · 115 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Slovakia faces housing affordability crisis in major cities

The Czech and Slovak housing markets face intensifying affordability crises. In Slovakia, property prices rose 14.4% year-on-year, with regional increases exceeding 19% in Bratislava and 17% in Košice. Recent data shows

Volvo expands EV lineup and faces EX60 production hurdles

62 clusters · 368 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Volvo details EX60 specifications and announces EX50 model

Volvo’s electric vehicle programme continues to expand globally despite manufacturing challenges. The EX60 midsize SUV, which offers up to 810 km of range and 400 kW fast-charging, has seen high demand with over 50,000 o

Slovak municipal election results

2 clusters · 11 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: HLAS party emerges as winner in Slovak municipal elections

The Slovak municipal and regional elections have concluded with varying outcomes for major political entities. The HLAS – social democracy party emerged as the most successful force, securing representation in 669 munici

Slovakia local and regional elections

4 clusters · 87 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Slovakia local and regional elections see incumbents retain power

Following the October 24, 2026, elections, results revealed significant leadership shifts in several major municipalities alongside continuity in regional leadership. In Bratislava, incumbent Matúš Vallo successfully def

Cultural and music festivals in Central Europe

44 clusters · 191 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Cultural events and performances scheduled across Czech Republic

Cultural and musical festivals continue throughout Central Europe during the summer and autumn of 2026. In August, the Czech Republic hosted art exhibitions, regional festivals, and diverse community events. September pr

Czech and Slovak urban and cultural restoration

23 clusters · 83 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Urban development projects announced in Olomouc and Prague

Municipalities in the Czech Republic and Slovakia continue to undertake diverse urban renewal, cultural restoration, and infrastructure projects. In the Czech Republic, urban revitalization and heritage preservation rema

Healthcare infrastructure developments in Slovakia and Czech

5 clusters · 19 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Košice health facility to undergo €25.8 million reconstruction

Healthcare infrastructure in Slovakia and the Czech Republic continues to undergo various developments involving facility upgrades and specialized service expansions. In Slovakia, significant investments have been direct

Czech and Slovak labor and industrial trends

6 clusters · 27 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Slovakia sees record foreign labor and shifting business trends

Labor markets and industrial trends in the Czech Republic and Slovakia continue to evolve through shifting workforce dynamics and structural changes. In Slovakia, high demand persists for professionals in engineering, IT

Košice municipal administration and election developments

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Jaroslav Polaček announces candidacy for Košice mayor

The city of Košice is undergoing political and administrative shifts ahead of its municipal elections. An amendment to the Košice City Act proposes a restructuring of the city’s 22 municipal districts. A potential new mo

Teacher shortages and compensation in Central Europe

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Czech Republic faces teacher salary issues and rural decline

Central European nations are addressing challenges within their education sectors, specifically regarding teacher compensation and retention. In Slovakia, the Ministry of Education has introduced financial measures to c

Central European real estate market trends

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Real estate trends in Czechia and Slovakia highlight equity release and state asset sales

Real estate trends in Slovakia and the Czech Republic show diverse investment and liquidity options. In Slovakia, market activity includes rising garage rental values in Košice, where prices have increased from approxima

Railway disruptions in Slovakia and Hungary

3 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Žilina railway hub restores normal operations after two-week emergency regime

Railway operations have faced significant disruptions in both Slovakia and Hungary due to separate incidents. In Slovakia, a fire at the Žilina railway station caused extensive damage to signaling equipment and cabling.

Fatal hornet attack in Košice

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Unrelated incidents reported in Serbia and Croatia

In Košice, a 70-year-old man died at a public cemetery after being attacked by hornets while cleaning a grave. The insects had established a nest beneath a tombstone and attacked the man in the face and head. Physician

Zaragoza and Benidorm named 2028 European Green awardees

4 clusters · 34 sources · last updated 18 days ago

Latest: Zaragoza and Benidorm win 2028 European green city awards

The European Commission has named Zaragoza, Spain, the European Green Capital for 2028. Announced during a ceremony in Guimarães, Portugal, this victory follows the city’s previous attempts in 2010, 2012, and 2014. Zarag

Autumn seasonal guidance in Slovakia

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 20 days ago

Latest: Wildlife authorities issue safety warnings following bear sightings in Slovakia and Slovenia

As autumn progresses in Slovakia, various seasonal safety and maintenance guidelines have been issued for the public. Regarding wildlife and road safety, the Slovak Hunting Chamber has warned of an increased risk of veh

Slovakia-Austria cross-border transport developments

2 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: FlixBus and Blaguss deploy electric buses on Vienna-Bratislava route

Regional public transport connections between Slovakia and Austria are seeing new developments in cross-border services. A pilot bus line, number 902, was introduced in late September 2026 to connect Bratislava with seve

Biela noc contemporary art festival in Slovakia

2 clusters · 10 sources · last updated 25 days ago

Latest: Skopje to host Bela Noch cultural festival

The Biela noc festival, Slovakia’s largest contemporary art festival, is scheduled to return to Bratislava and Košice in October. In Bratislava, the event is set to run from October 2 to 4, followed by installations in K

Cycling and cultural events in various Italian regions

2 clusters · 77 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Europe hosts diverse cultural and sporting events

Various cycling and cultural events are scheduled across different Italian regions in early October 2026. In Biella, the Giro Handbike 2026 final is set for October 4, necessitating temporary traffic modifications and pa

Central European drought and water resource impacts

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 27 days ago

Latest: Slovenia drought threatens groundwater and building stability

Drought conditions in Slovakia and Slovenia have led to significant concerns regarding water resources and infrastructure stability. In Košice, Slovakia, residents reported changes in tap water quality, including a “chl

Cultural and recreational activities in Slovakia

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated about 1 month ago

Latest: Rožňava hiking clubs and Košice festivals announce autumn schedules

Various cultural and recreational activities are scheduled across Slovakia for the autumn of 2026. In Rožňava, the Gemerské osvetové stredisko is launching a traditional crafts club for children starting October 6, focu