Heatwave Watch: A record-breaking European heatwave pushed Germany, Czechia, Poland and Hungary past 40°C, with Slovakia also reporting extreme temperatures and forecasts warning of possible 40°C+ days; health services are under strain and authorities have issued severe heat alerts, while travel disruptions and event closures are starting to ripple through summer plans. Diplomacy & Tourism: Spain’s foreign minister José Manuel Albares is visiting Slovakia for the Conference of Ambassadors, a bilateral meeting, and an on-site look at the Lest NATO base—highlighting links that include tourism and academic cooperation. Visa/Entry Rules for Travelers: New UAE entry arrangements expand visa-free access for citizens of around 70 countries and add visa-on-arrival options for others, while separate reporting notes upcoming Schengen entry/exit rules affecting some UK travelers (including passport scans and fingerprints). Local Culture & Travel Inspiration: A travel piece urges visitors to look beyond crowded capitals, spotlighting less-packaged Central/Eastern European cities with room to “breathe,” and another highlights Moravia (Czech “Tuscany”) as a wine-and-castles alternative. Sports With a Slovak Link: An MMA fighter’s next bout is teased after a win in Bratislava, keeping Slovakia in the spotlight beyond tourism headlines.