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ATP roundup: Jannik Sinner takes speedy victory at Erste Bank Open
Second-ranked Jannik Sinner overwhelmed his first opponent at the Erste Bank Open at Vienna, Austria, on Wednesday, defeating German Daniel Altmaier 6-0, 6-2 in just 58 minutes. The Italian, seeded first, extended his indoor-hard-court winning...

Czechia Among Top 5 Destinations for Digital Nomads
The Czech Republic has been ranked the fifth-best country in the world for digital nomads, outperforming popular destinations such as Portugal, France, and the United Arab Emirates. The ranking, compiled by Global Citizen Solutions and reported by...

Veale Institute for Entrepreneurship wins Excellence in Entrepreneurship award
When Michael Goldberg moved to Hanoi as a Fulbright Scholar, he expected to teach students about the intricacies of entrepreneurship, practices modeled after his hometown of Cleveland. What he didn’t expect was the way the course would evolve over...

Among the best in the galaxy: Marquette Business students explore the frontier of space finance
The International Conference on Environmental Systems is usually the realm of the most technologically advanced private aerospace companies. Collins Aerospace, NASA, Paragon Space Development Corporation and Honeywell — all owners of majorly...

“In previous years, export accounted for 60% of our sales but now the trend has changed, and 60% are sold on the local market, 40% are sent for export”- "Solomone"
Plans to export Chiatura-produced wine to the US have been delayed. David Chachanidze, the founder of the "Solomone" wine company, notes that the company remains active in the European market. In his words, the company's products are currently...

Bundeswehr to Be Equipped With Czech Pistols Worth €100 Million
The German army has requested a €100 million budget to buy new service pistols, Hartpunkt reported. Under the P13 program, the Ministry of Defense plans to replace the aging P8 pistol. As part of the program, the Bundeswehr intends to sign a...

A message from Keyes Dean of Business Administration Andrew DeGuire
Dear Marquette Business community, This fall semester has been bustling with energy and engagement—precisely the rhythm that drives our college forward. Whether I’m participating in campus events, reconnecting with alumni, or collaborating with...

Prague’s Holiday Spirit Extends Beyond the Christmas Markets
Each December, Prague takes on a distinctive holiday glow, its historic center illuminated by festive lights and the scent of mulled wine. The city’s Christmas markets, especially those in Old Town Square and Wenceslas Square, are often the first...

October 30: Prague’s Baroque Vrtba Garden to Light Up
Twice a year Prague’s high-Baroque Vrtba garden, located on the slope of Petřín Hill, and dating to the 18th century, opens to the public for a “special evening of lights” that sees its stunning grounds illuminated from 5 pm to 9 pm. The garden,...

French Film Festival Brings Cannes Premieres to Prague
The French Film Festival will return to Czechia for its 28th edition from November 20 to 26, 2025, taking place in Prague, Brno, České Budějovice, Hradec Králové, and Ostrava. The festival will feature fourteen new releases, including Cannes Film...

Czechia’s likely next government poised to reject EU Migration Pact
Czechia’s likely next government is preparing to reject the European Union’s Migration Pact, following a stance similar to that of Polish politicians. According to Karel Havlíček, first deputy chair of the ANO party, the Czech Republic will also...

Prague to ban e-scooters from 2026 amid ‘chaos on sidewalks’
Published on 21/10/2025 - 10:47 GMT+2 •Updated 12:03 Prague will ban electric scooters next year, making it the latest European city to crack down on the tourist-friendly mode of transport. City councillors adopted a new measure on Monday that...

“We Will Not Be Governed by EU”: Incoming Czech Government Rejects Migration Pact
The Czech Republic’s likely next government is preparing to reject the European Union’s Pact on Migration and Asylum, signalling a sharp break with Brussels’ centralised pro-migration policy. Karel Havlíček, deputy leader of the sovereignist ANO...

Czech Republic to build and donate Earth-observation satellite to Ukraine
The Czech Republic will produce and donate an Earth-observation satellite to Ukraine within a year, Novinky.cz reported citing Transport Minister Martin Kupka. The spacecraft will be capable of collecting surface data regardless of weather or...
EU plans price controls for new carbon market
By Kate Abnett BRUSSELS (Reuters) -The European Union is drafting measures to control prices in its new carbon market, in response to governments’ concerns that the emissions-cutting scheme could increase fuel bills, the bloc’s climate chief said...

Hungary’s central bank leaves rates unchanged
Hungary’s central bank maintained its key policy rate at 6.5% on October 21, with the overnight deposit rate at 5.5% and the overnight collateralised lending rate at 7.5%, in line with market expectations. The key policy rate has been unchanged...

Africa emerging as frontier market for European investors
In the midst of global volatility and economic shifts, Africa is increasingly being recognized as a compelling destination for European investors. As trade and investment opportunities grow on the continent, Europe and Africa are forging stronger...

Trezor introduces quantum-proof flagship model in Prague event
Trezor, the first hardware wallet company, has launched the new Trezor Safe 7 model. The hardware wallet reportedly comes with a quantum-ready architecture. Trezor introduced its newest model, Trezor Safe 7, offering quantum-ready technology in...

Offaly man elected new President of the European Economic and Social Committee
OFFALY'S Séamus Boland has been elected the 35th President of the European Economic and Social Committee (EESC) for the 2025–2028 term of office. A lifelong advocate for rural communities and social inclusion, he will guide the EU body...

Hacksaw Gaming enters Czech market with Apollo Games Casino partnership
Through this agreement, Apollo Games Casino becomes the first licensed Czech operator to host Hacksaw titles, giving local players access to several of the studio’s releases. By Jack Found Hacksaw Gaming has launched its portfolio in the Czech...