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💬 Verdict

A court has delivered a verdict in the high-profile assassination attempt case against Prime Minister Robert Fico, bringing a measure of closure to the incident. This development comes as the nation grapples with the tragic news of a small plane crash in Očová, which claimed the lives of three individuals, including a young child. Adding to public concern, authorities have issued a warning urging residents to refrain from consuming fruits and vegetables from their gardens and fields due to a mysterious spraying incident. Meanwhile, the political landscape remains active with discussions surrounding statements by politician Ivan Korčok and a dispute between the Christian Democratic Movement (KDH) and the Progressive Coalition, with KDH vice-chair Viliam Karas criticizing major parties. In other news, a significant development has occurred in a police chief's speeding case, and several new legal and corruption investigations are underway, including probes into a local official's alleged misuse of public funds and a former Member of Parliament. On a brighter note, a remarkably affordable home built for 20,000 euros has garnered international attention.

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A court has issued a verdict regarding the assassination attempt on Prime Minister Robert Fico, bringing the high-profile case to a conclusion.

SME: Court Ruling Settles Assassination Attempt Case Against Prime Minister

A court has issued a verdict regarding the assassination attempt on the Slovak Prime Minister, bringing closure to the high-profile case.

A small airplane crashed in Očová, resulting in the tragic deaths of three people, including a 4-year-old child.

Aktuality.sk: Plane Crashes in Očová, Killing Three Including a Child

A small airplane crashed in Očová, resulting in the deaths of three people, including a 4-year-old child.

Authorities have issued a warning advising residents not to consume fruits or vegetables from their gardens and fields due to a mysterious spraying incident, with the advisory remaining in effect until further notice.

Pravda: Warning About Garden Produce Due to Mysterious Spraying

Residents are urged not to consume fruits or vegetables from gardens and fields until further notice due to a mysterious spraying incident, with authorities issuing a warning.

Politician Ivan Korčok, a member of the Progressive Slovakia party, has refuted comparisons to the Smer party, emphasizing that his intentions were not focused on tax reductions. Separately, KDH vice-chair Viliam Karas criticized both the Smer party and Progressive Slovakia for what he described as infantile behavior, amid a brewing political dispute.

Denník N: Korčok: Comparing me to Smer is inappropriate; I wasn't aiming for tax cuts.

Politician Korčok refutes comparisons to the Smer party, stating his intentions were not about tax reductions.

TA3: KDH Slams Progressive Coalition; Karas Criticizes Smer and PS

A political dispute is brewing as Kaliňák of KDH criticizes the progressive coalition, while Karas targets both Smer and PS for infantile behavior.

A significant development has occurred in the case of a police chief caught speeding, while a local treasury official is accused of misusing municipal funds for years but avoided jail time. Separately, the mayor of Malatiná faces accusations of drunk driving for a second time, and the prosecutor's office is investigating a former Member of Parliament exposed by 'pedophile hunters.' Additionally, an outgoing clerk has detailed alleged misconduct and harassment within the FPU organization by its…

Aktuality.sk: Police Chief's Speeding Case Takes a Turn

A significant development has occurred in the case of a police chief who was caught speeding at 177 km/h in a village.

Pravda: Local Official Misused Public Funds for Years, Avoided Jail

A local treasury official is accused of 'milking' the municipal budget for years, with funds also going to her daughter, but she avoided jail time thanks to a coalition and a criminal amendment.

SME: Malatiná Mayor's Alleged Drunk Driving: Not Her First Time, Former Police…

The mayor of Malatiná is accused of drunk driving for the second time, with former police officers revealing details about her past behavior, including a previous alleged physical altercation.

Aktuality.sk: Prosecutor Probes Case of Ex-MP Exposed by 'Pedophile Hunters'

The prosecutor's office is investigating a case involving a former Member of Parliament who was exposed by individuals identifying child predators.

Denník N: The director knew about everything we are talking about. The outgoing clerk…

An outgoing clerk details alleged knowledge of misconduct and harassment within the FPU organization by its director.

Bratislava Airport is reportedly being considered by a new airline, potentially leading to new flight services. Meanwhile, the acquisition of Union by Dôvera is expected to bypass national antitrust authorities and be reviewed by the European Commission.

SME: Bratislava Airport Head: New Airline? We're Being Considered

The head of Bratislava airport is reportedly being considered by a new airline, suggesting potential new flight services operating from the Slovak capital.

Denník N: Insurer Dôvera can buy Union without antitrust review; transaction falls under…

The acquisition of Union by Dôvera is expected to be reviewed by the European Commission, bypassing national antitrust authorities.

Slovakia is experiencing the peak of a heatwave, with temperatures on Monday predicted to exceed 38 degrees Celsius, particularly affecting the southern regions.

TA3: Peak Heat Arrives: Temperatures to Exceed 38 Degrees, Southern Slovakia Most…

Slovakia is set to experience the peak of a heatwave, with temperatures on Monday predicted to surpass 38 degrees Celsius, particularly impacting southern regions.

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