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August 13, 2026

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Slovakia's political landscape is marked by fresh coalition tensions, as Andrej Danko's state secretary has issued an ultimatum for Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment Tomáš Taraba to resign by September 15th. This development coincides with a new poll indicating a significant drop in support for the Voice party, a key member of the ruling coalition led by Prime Minister Robert Fico. Prominent actor Maroš Kramár has also publicly voiced his despair, calling the government 'amateurs'. Beyond the political developments, the nation is mourning the loss of Darina Laščiaková, a renowned singer and ethnographer who was a significant figure in Slovak folk culture. In brighter news, Slovak athletes and artists are gaining international recognition, with Emma Zapletalova winning a gold medal at the European Athletics Championships and Adéla Jergová making history on the Billboard Hot 100. Economically, speculation is rising about the future of Tesco's assets in the country, while new regulations are coming into effect for mandatory car insurance and stricter health checks for drivers. Concerns are also being highlighted regarding the collapse of child psychiatry services.

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The ruling coalition faces internal strife as Andrej Danko's state secretary demands the resignation of Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Environment Tomáš Taraba by September 15th. This ultimatum follows reports of a message from the SNS party to Prime Minister Robert Fico regarding Taraba's position, signaling potential instability within the government. A new poll also shows a significant decline in support for the Voice party, a coalition member.

Aktuality.sk: Is Tomáš Taraba Leaving as Minister? SNS Sent PM Fico a Message That Will…

The article discusses the possibility of Tomáš Taraba's departure as minister and a message sent by the SNS party to Prime Minister Fico, which could cause issues within the ruling coalition.

SME: Danko's State Secretary Demands Minister's Resignation by September 15

Danko's state secretary has stated that they want the minister to leave his post by September 15th, as the parliamentary session is about to begin.

SME: Poll Shows Voice Party's Decline, Approaching Electoral Threshold

A new poll from NMS indicates a significant drop in support for the Voice party, bringing it closer to the minimum threshold for election to parliament.

Denník N: Maroš Kramár: The government is full of amateurs, and I am desperate

Actor Maroš Kramár expresses his frustration with the current Slovak government, calling them amateurs and expressing deep despair over the situation.

Denník N: Why did Smer decide to wake Vladimír Mečiar from political hibernation?

An analysis explores the reasons behind the Smer party's decision to re-engage with Vladimír Mečiar, a former Slovak Prime Minister, suggesting a strategic political move.

SME: Fico Loves SME: Commentary on Headlines Angering the Prime Minister

The editor-in-chief of SME comments on Prime Minister Fico's reactions to headlines published by the newspaper, questioning the motivations behind his anger.

Slovakia mourns the passing of Darina Laščiaková, a celebrated figure in folk culture. Simultaneously, the nation celebrates significant achievements as athlete Emma Zapletalova wins a gold medal at the European Athletics Championships, and singer Adéla Jergová makes history by charting on the US Billboard Hot 100.

TA3: Slovakia Loses a Legend of Folk Culture: Singer, Ethnographer, and Editor…

Slovakia mourns the loss of Darina Laščiaková, a renowned singer, ethnographer, and editor, who was a significant figure in the country's folk culture.

Aktuality.sk: Prominent Ethnographer, Radio Editor, and Symbol of Slovak Folk Song Darina…

An obituary announcing the death of Darina Laščiaková, a significant ethnographer, radio editor, and a figure representing Slovak folk music.

SME: Zapletalova's Golden Moment: "It's Not Just My Gold, It's for All of Slovakia"

Slovak athlete Emma Zapletalova, after winning a gold medal at the European Athletics Championships, stated that the victory belongs to the entire nation.

Denník N: Slovak singer Adéla Jergová makes history on Billboard Hot 100

Adéla Jergová has become the first Slovak singer to chart on the prestigious US Billboard Hot 100 with her song 'Ain’t In LA', which gained popularity on TikTok and was filmed in Bratislava.

Speculation is growing over which retailers, including Biedronka, might acquire Tesco's assets in Slovakia if the company scales back operations, despite Tesco recently opening new stores. Meanwhile, a Poprad-based coffee company is engaging in large-scale deals in China, highlighting a contrast with Slovaks' increasing focus on savings.

Pravda: Who will divide Tesco's assets in Slovakia? Biedronka and chains that once…

Tesco opened three new stores in Slovakia in June, but speculation is rife about who will acquire its assets if it scales back operations, with Biedronka and other previously withdrawn chains reportedly interested.

SME: Head of Poprad Coffee: Contracts in China for Tens of Thousands of Tons…

The head of a Poprad-based coffee company discusses business deals in China involving tens of thousands of tons, and how Slovaks are prioritizing savings.

New regulations concerning mandatory car insurance (PZP) are now in effect, with experts warning of potential fines for non-compliance. Additionally, new EU rules have been approved that will lead to stricter health checks for drivers in Slovakia, potentially impacting driving licenses.

TA3: Fine for No Car Insurance? Expert Explains New Rules Effective August

An expert clarifies new regulations regarding mandatory car insurance (PZP) that will be in effect from August, warning of potential fines for non-compliance.

Pravda: New rules for drivers are approved: Health may decide about your license. New…

New EU regulations have been approved that will require Slovakia to implement stricter rules regarding health checks for drivers, which could potentially lead to the revocation of driving licenses.

A critical report highlights the ongoing failure to address the collapse of child psychiatry services in Slovakia, detailing a distressing case where a dependent teenager is reportedly teaching a child in the hospital how to obtain drugs.

Aktuality.sk: Ministers Promised, But What's the Result? Collapse of Child Psychiatry.

This story highlights the failure to address the collapse of child psychiatry services, detailing a case where a dependent teenager is teaching a child in the hospital how to obtain drugs.

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