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Inflation in Czech Republic climbs to 2.9 pct in June
PRAGUE, July 10 (Xinhua) -- Year-on-year inflation in the Czech Republic accelerated to 2.9 percent in June from 2.4 percent in May, the highest so far this year, the Czech Statistical Office (CSU) said on Thursday. The growth was mainly driven by...

Al-Shaibani discusses enhancing bilateral cooperation with Czech Embassy Chargé d’affaires
Damascus, SANA – Minister of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates Asaad Al-Shibani discussed with the Chargé d’affaires of the Czech Embassy to the Syrian Arab Republic, Vitezslav Pivonka mutual relations, means to develop them to achieve the common...

Czech musician set to perform in Kent detained, sent back to Prague
Jaroslav Skuta said he was detained for several hours before being denied entry into the U.S. Skuta, 35, attended Kent State University on a scholarship in 2019. Skula has returned to northern Ohio several times to perform. A Czech clarinetist...

Business Monday: Oʻahu-based brewery to open second taproom, restaurant in Volcano
Steve Haumschild is founder and CEO of Lanikai Brewing Co. (Courtesy of Steve Haumschild) Steve Haumschild loved his job as a ranger at Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park, but thought he could better provide for his family by changing course and...

Czech musician set to perform in Ohio detained, sent back to Prague
Jaroslav Skuta said he was detained for several hours before being denied entry into the U.S. Skuta, 35, attended Kent State University on a scholarship in 2019. Skuta has returned to northern Ohio several times to perform. A Czech clarinetist...

Czech Lunch Prices Hit New Highs – Prague and Brno Most Expensive
Restaurant lunches in Czechia have become more expensive again, continuing a trend that’s hitting consumers across the country. A new report by Edenred, a firm that specializes in employee benefits, shows that lunch prices have outpaced wage...

Winners and Losers: Nigel Green’s mid-year global market outlook
It's been a volatile 2025 for markets, and the ride could get even wilder. Pic: Getty Images The first half of 2025 has delivered record highs in global equity markets—but that headline masks a far more nuanced and fragmented reality. The MSCI All...
Nigel Green’s mid-year market outlook
The first half of 2025 has delivered record highs in global equity markets—but that headline masks a far more nuanced and fragmented reality. The MSCI All Country World Index has climbed nearly 10% year-to-date, reaching a record on July 4. Yet...

PHOTOS: Prague’s Iconic Museum Underpass Is Being Demolished
The pedestrian underpass beneath Legerova Street, once a key shortcut for thousands of pedestrians moving between Wenceslas Square and Vinohrady, is being dismantled. Its demolition marks the next phase in the construction of the long-planned...

Czech Audiovisual Industry Saw 27% Drop In Turnover In 2024
The total turnover of the Czech audiovisual industry decreased by 27% last year to under CZK 10 billion, according to the Association of Audiovisual Producers (APA), including an expected drop of 40% in revenue from foreign productions, as the 20%...

Russia recruits migrants via Telegram for arson and sabotage in EU, Czech intelligence reports
Czech flags. Photo: Getty Images Russia is hiring migrants from outside the European Union to commit crimes, spread fear and undermine trust in national governments. Source: annual report for 2024 of the Czech intelligence service (BIS), cited by...

21Shares Releases Mid-Year 2025 State Of Crypto: Predictions Realised, Trends Solidified
(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) 21Shares reflects on a transformative first half – where bold forecasts became reality Zurich, 17 July 2025 – 21Shares , one of the world's leading providers of cryptocurrency exchange-traded products (ETPs), today...

‘Caravan’ Review: A Tough and Intimate Czech Drama Carried by a Superb Lead Actress
Actress Ana Geislerova may be something of a household name in the Czech Republic, where she broke out in the mid-’90s and then scooped up lots of awards in the early aughts with films like Innocence and Something Like Happiness. But beyond...
Czech Ambassador Vávra Bids Farwell to National Assembly President
AKP Phnom Penh, July 07, 2025 -- Samdech Maha Rathsapheathika Thipadei Khuon Sudary, President of the National Assembly of the Kingdom of Cambodia, received here on July 7 a farewell courtesy call from H.E. Martin Vávra, Ambassador Extraordinary...

New train route to link Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen from 2026 in another boost for European travel
Published on 10/07/2025 - 16:03 GMT+2 Europe’s long-distance rail network is getting another boost in 2026. Starting next May, passengers will be able to ride the rail from Prague to Copenhagen via Berlin. Deutsche Bahn (DB), Danish Railways (DSB)...
Cambodia, Czech Republic Appreciate Bilateral Relations and...
AKP Phnom Penh, July 10, 2025 -- The Kingdom of Cambodia and the Czech Republic have expressed appreciation for their long-standing bilateral ties, fruitful cooperation, and mutual support at both bilateral and multilateral levels. This mutual...

Bolt Drive Marks One Year in Prague with Growing User Base
Bolt’s car-sharing service, Bolt Drive, has been operating in Prague for a year. During this period, it has become a common option for many residents and visitors for short-term car rentals. Users have driven millions of kilometers, with some...

Breaking down why Howard-O'Reilly deal is a good trade for Oilers and Lightning
Breadcrumb Trail Links Sports Hockey “The Oilers are getting a young player who could play in the top 6 but give Julien (Brisebois) credit. His back was against the wall but he got a helluva prospect back (O’Reilly)" The Edmonton Oilers traded...

Ukrainian Pilots To Train For F-16 Aircraft in Czech Republic
The Czech Army will provide training for up to eight Ukrainian pilots for the F-16 fighter aircraft this year, according to the Ministry of Defence. This forms part of the support provided by the Czech Republic to Ukraine and its armed forces in...

Europol Disrupts NoName057(16) Hacktivist Group Linked to DDoS Attacks Against Ukraine
An international operation coordinated by Europol has disrupted the infrastructure of a pro-Russian hacktivist group known as NoName057(16) that has been linked to a string of distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks against Ukraine and its...