The article criticizes the economic performance of the Romanian government under the PSD-PNL coalition, highlighting issues such as high inflation, increased public debt, and budget deficits. It accuses Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu of failing to meet public expectations and questions the effectiveness of government policies. The text also discusses the impact of rising costs on ordinary citizens and criticizes the government's fiscal management and tax policies.

The article criticizes the PSD party for its fiscal mismanagement and economic policies, highlighting the significant budget deficits and high inflation rates during their governance. It points out the halting of the ANAF modernization project and the resulting inefficiencies in tax collection. The text also mentions the European Commission's warnings about the budget deficit and the negative impact on Romania's credibility in international markets. The author urges PSD to focus on reducing expenses and improving fiscal discipline.

Romania's economic policy mix is dysfunctional, with the monetary policy acting as a firefighter to the fiscal policy's arsonist. The fiscal policy has been pro-cyclical, aligning more with the electoral cycle than economic stability. The pandemic caught Romania with the highest budget deficit in the EU, limiting its ability to support the economy. The central bank raised interest rates to combat inflation, but the Ministry of Finance has de facto abandoned the gradual reduction of the budget deficit, exacerbating economic challenges. Romania, being the only EU country in the Excessive Deficit Procedure before the pandemic, faces the risk of reduced non-reimbursable EU funds for non-compliance with deficit reduction measures.

The article criticizes the Romanian Government, particularly Prime Minister Nicolae Ciucă, for their handling of the solidarity tax and energy price regulations. It highlights the lack of clear responses and concrete measures from the government regarding the implementation of EU Regulation 2022/1854. The author questions the competence of the Romanian delegation in European discussions and expresses frustration over the delayed and evasive responses from the government.

A personal account of an encounter with a new general practitioner highlights the poor state of healthcare in Slovakia. The author describes the unprofessional appearance and behavior of the doctor, emphasizing the lack of proper patient care and communication.

The Slovak Republic's migration policy document, currently under interdepartmental review, emphasizes the integration model based on compliance with Slovak legislation and respect for the country's cultural realities, language, and traditions. The document, drafted by the Interior Ministry, is not available in foreign languages and likely did not involve foreign contributors.

The newly appointed Slovak Cabinet's group photo wearing face masks in front of the Presidential Palace has garnered media attention. While the masks are praised as a preventive measure and Slovakia is lauded for its handling of the coronavirus epidemic, underlying statistics reveal a more complex and less favorable reality.

The author, an observer of Slovak politics, reflects on the recent general elections in Slovakia. They express personal connections with some candidates and support for others based on their expertise in minority rights and health care. The text challenges oversimplified negative perceptions of politics, suggesting that idealists and well-intentioned individuals also have a place in the political arena.

The article covers the murder trial of journalist Ján Kuciak and his fiancée Martina Kušnírová, focusing on the involvement of Marian Kočner, Alena Zsuzsová, Tomáš Szabó, and Miroslav Marček. Kočner, a real estate entrepreneur, allegedly ordered the murder due to Kuciak's investigative articles. Zsuzsová is accused of commissioning the murder, while Szabó and Marček are implicated in carrying out the crime. The trial reveals the cold and emotionless nature of the crime, with Marček confessing to the murders. The article also touches on the broader implications for Slovak society and its confrontation with corruption.

Kežmarok, a town with rich historical heritage including the Basilica of the Holy Cross and a UNESCO-listed wooden evangelical articular church, faces economic challenges with an unemployment rate of 14.4 percent, significantly higher than the national average. Despite its touristic potential and proximity to an industrial park, the district struggles to attract sufficient economic activity.

One third of jobs in Slovakia are at risk of being lost due to automation, one of the highest percentages in the EU, according to the OECD’s Regional Outlook 2019. Jobs most likely to be affected by new technologies such as AI and robotics are those requiring low levels of education, involving routine tasks, predictability, or lacking complex social interaction, as per a report released by the Joint Research Centre of the European Commission.

Local MPs in Bratislava's Petržalka borough have decided to implement a new fee structure for public kindergartens, charging higher fees for children without permanent residence in the borough. The policy aims to address the shortage of kindergarten places by prioritizing local children. However, it overlooks the different residency rules for foreigners, potentially disadvantaging non-Slovak residents. Staré Mesto borough has a similar fee structure. Matej Števove, a spokesperson for Petržalka, notes that the fees are a small contribution compared to the actual costs per child.

Slovak high school students achieved remarkable success in international academic competitions, winning multiple medals in the International Math, Physics, and Chemistry Olympics. Michal Staník, Martin Melicher, Matej Urban, and Dávid Pásztor secured one silver and three bronze medals in math, while Jonáš Dujava and Ronald Doboš won two silver medals in physics, with Róbert Jurčo adding a bronze. In chemistry, Andrej Kovács and Peter Rukovanský earned gold medals, and Samuel Novák and Michal Chovanec each won silver, marking Slovakia's best performance in the competition's history.