AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoBratislava Pride March: Thousands marched in Bratislava for the 16th Pride, with “courage” as the theme, as Slovakia tightens LGBTQ+ laws after a constitutional amendment banning same-sex marriage and denying legal recognition to transgender people; the route included a solemn pause at the former Tepláreň gay bar after the 2022 shooting. Arts & Culture: Fest Anča in Žilina showcased international short animation, including Ala Nunu’s “In the Beginning,” a three-part surreal take on how humans shape stories about animals, and Niles Atallah’s stop-motion “Merrimundi,” a dark, weirdcore vision of a reproductive dystopia. Public Life & Health: A UN report condemns surrogacy as exploitation, warning that the industry could grow from $14.95bn (2023) to $99.75bn by 2033. Local Culture & Community: Bratislava’s Rosnička outdoor pool reopened after major reconstruction, promising new water attractions and energy-efficient upgrades for a summer crowd of around 100,000. Diplomacy via Food: Slovak National Council chair Richard Raši went viral after tasting Bihar’s thekua gifted by PM Modi, comparing it to Slovak biscuits and trading spa wafers in return. Arts Council Probe: Employees of the Slovak Arts Council found a listening device; police are investigating suspected unauthorized recording of private conversations.
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