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Six must-watch Group Phase matchups in Brno
FIBA Basketball
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BRNO (Czechia) - The Group Phase of the FIBA U19 Women's Basketball World Cup 2025 in Brno looks set to throw up plenty of action-packed and absorbing games. Let us know what you think and vote: Who will be crowned U19 Women's World Cup champions?...
From Prague to Paris, Slovaks abroad unite to defend democracy
The Slovak Spectator
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July 1, 2025
A grassroots network of informal civic hubs known as “Slovak Cafés” is taking shape across Europe, driven by concern over recent political developments in Slovakia. Article continues after video advertisement Article continues after video...
I popped to Prague and it was alive with the sound of music
BirminghamWorld
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July 1, 2025
Marion Ainge pops to the stunning city of Prague for a cultural reset From an open window, we hear a tinkling piano accompanying the voice of a soprano practising her musical scales. On Prague's famous Charles Bridge, a lively jazz quartet...
Hungary faces renewed drought threat, jeopardising already fragile growth outlook
BNE Intellinews
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Hungary is on the brink of a severe summer drought, as soil desiccation has accelerated in the recent heatwave following a dry winter and spring. Conditions resemble the summer of 2022, when record drought coupled with heatwaves caused widespread...
No Ticket Needed: 5 Free Events to Enjoy in Prague This July
Prague Morning
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July 1, 2025
Summer in Prague isn’t just about sightseeing and crowded tourist spots. The city offers a wide range of free cultural events where both locals and visitors can enjoy theater, history, and music without spending a crown. Here are five top picks...
Ogbu: My Dream Is To Play In Champions League With Slavia Prague
Complete Sports
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July 1, 2025
Super Eagles defender Igoh Ogbu has expressed his desire to play in the Champions League with Slavia Prague. The Nigerian international, who recently extended his contract with the Czech club, was heavily linked with other clubs such as Besiktas,...
A cooler commute: More trams in Prague will get air conditioning
Expats.cz
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July 1, 2025
Deputy Mayor for Transport Zdeněk Hřib emphasized the impact for passengers: “In the coming years, we will have up to 450 modern, air-conditioned, barrier-free trams 15T and 52T in Prague. Passenger comfort is important to us, because quality...
Neeraj Chopra Highlights News Updates: Neeraj Chopra wins javelin throw title in Golden Spike meet in Ostrava, Czech Republic
The Economic Times
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June 24, 2025
08:51:35 PM IST, 24 Jun 2025 COVID-19: Maharashtra reports 25 new cases; no death Maharashtra recorded 25 new coronavirus positive cases, taking the overall infection count in the state since January this year to 2,395, the health department said....
Obituary: Czech Soprano Helena Tattermuschová Dies 92
Opera Wire
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July 8, 2025
On July 6, 2025, Helena Tattermuschová died at the age of 92. Born on Jan. 28, 1933, in the Libeň district of Prague, she received her earliest vocal training from her school choirmaster, Václav Matoušek. She went on to study vocal performance...
According to Russia's spy agency, Serbia sold ammunition via Bulgaria and Czech Republic to Ukraine
World Energy News - Connecticut
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Russia accused Serbia of selling artillery to Ukraine via Eastern Europe through intermediaries, the second time in a week that it has made such an accusation against its traditional Balkan allie. The Russian Foreign Intelligence Agency, SVR,...
Russia's spy agency says Serbia sold ammunition to Ukraine via Bulgaria, Czech Republic
The Gazette - Colorado
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BELGRADE (Reuters) -Russia accused Serbia on Monday of selling artillery ammunition to Ukraine through intermediaries in Eastern Europe, making the second such allegation in a month against its traditional Balkan ally. In a statement posted on its...
Japan to Collaborate with 3 European Countries on Infrastructure Development; Will Work With Romania, Bulgaria, Czech Republic to Build Railroads, Energy Systems
The Japan News
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June 23, 2025
The Japan News By Hironari Akiyama / Yomiuri Shimbun Correspondent 15:01 JST, June 23, 2025 BRUSSELS — The Japanese government will strengthen its cooperation with the Central and Eastern European nations of Romania, Bulgaria and the Czech...
Prague Airport to End 100ml Liquid Limit from Autumn 2025
Prague Morning
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June 27, 2025
Passengers flying from Prague Airport may soon be able to bring larger bottles of water and other liquids in their hand luggage, thanks to newly installed high-tech scanners and upcoming changes in European air travel regulations. Since late June,...
UN votes to renew LGBTQ+ expert’s mandate just after the US withdrew from Human Rights Council
LGBTQ Nation - California
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July 8, 2025
The U.N. Human Rights Council voted yesterday to extend the term of its current expert on LGBTQ+ rights by three years. The LGBTQ+ rights expert, South African author and scholar Graeme Reid, investigates human rights abuses against LGBTQ+ people...
‘Cats go global during International Tour
University Star - Texas
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July 8, 2025
The Texas State volleyball team poses for a photo following its victory over Houston Christian at the Rice Invitational, Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, at Tudor Fieldhouse in Houston. Texas State volleyball adventured overseas from June 9-20 on the...
Czech Republic Signs Controversial Nuclear Reactor Deal with South Korea's KHNP Amid Legal Scrutiny
The Times of India
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The Czech Republic signed a contract earlier this month with South Korea's KHNP to build two nuclear reactors, but experts question its future over complaints raised by KHNP's French rival EDF. The deal is crucial for the EU member country of 10.9...
Michael Douglas ‘no real intentions’ of going back to acting
Irish Independent
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The 80-year old actor and producer was speaking during a press conference at Karlovy Vary International Film Festival in the Czech Republic for the 50th anniversary of One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest, which he co-produced. Douglas most recently...
'Much will depend' on outcome of October elections, Czech leader says about aid to Ukraine
TASS
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July 8, 2025
MOSCOW, July 8. /TASS/. Czech President Petr Pavel has acknowledged that he cannot guarantee Prague will continue to provide military aid to Kiev after the parliamentary elections in October. "I cannot [guarantee that the Czech Republic will keep...
Review: Summer School, 2001
Cineuropa
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08/07/2025 - Dužan Duong’s debut feature paints a portrait of the Vietnamese diaspora in the early-2000s Czech Republic through a family triptych l-r: Doan Hoang Anh, Bui The Duong, To Tien Tai and Le Quynh Lan in Summer School, 2001...
Freedom and income, delivered: What it’s really like to work as a Wolt courier in Prague
Expats.cz
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July 1, 2025
While on his delivery route, James dons some of the free Wolt merchandise (a t-shirt, jacket, cap, and thermo delivery bag) given to workers upon joining. He also uses a free heating mat for the food, all of which helps him reach Gold Tier, to get...