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08/11/2024
Minister for Regional Development Ivan Bartoš from the Pirate Party announced that the digitalized construction permit system in Czechia will become fully operational in August. Despite criticisms of the system's initial rollout in July, Bartoš assured that key updates are planned for this month and that most issues are being addressed. Around 64% of the 6,000 applications submitted so far are in progress, with approximately 500 decisions made, mainly occupancy permits. The seemingly mundane administrative issue has become a highly politicized problem for Bartoš with opposition calling for his resignation over the system's challenges.
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08/11/2024
Electric vehicle sales in Czechia grew by 44% in the first seven months of 2024, reaching nearly 5,000 units. Hybrid car sales also saw a 36% increase, with over 30,000 vehicles sold. According to the Czech Car Importers Association, electric vehicles now account for 3.65% of all registered passenger cars, while hybrids make up 22.1%. Tesla led electric car sales with 2,000 units, followed by Škoda and Volvo. In the hybrid market, Toyota topped the list, followed by Škoda and Volvo. Overall, new car sales in Czechia rose by nearkly 4 percent during the same period.
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08/11/2024
Year-on-year inflation in July is expected to have remained at 2%, the same as in June, according to analysts surveyed by the Czech Press Agency. Consumer prices increased by 0.5% compared to the previous month, driven by higher fuel and food prices, as well as increases in housing, dining, and recreational services. The Czech National Bank also forecasted 2% inflation for July. The Czech Statistical Office will release the official data on Monday. Inflation is expected to fluctuate slightly in the coming months, with projections of 1.8% in August and 2.3% in September.
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08/11/2024
Since its launch, 36% of Czechs have tried ChatGPT, and nearly two-thirds are familiar with it. The AI tool is particularly popular among younger users, with over half of those under 26 using it actively, often as a work aid. A survey by Enehano software company shows that over a quarter of young users engage with ChatGPT weekly, and some use it daily. However, the systematic integration of AI in businesses is still lagging. Around 7% of people see the potential for ChatGPT in their work but choose not to use it, while 2% express concerns about the technology.
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08/11/2024
Javelin thrower Nikola Ogrodníková, who won a bronze medal, will carry the Czech flag alongside canoeist Martin Fuksa at the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics, the Czech Olympic Committee announced. This marks the first time in Olympic history that two flag bearers will represent the Czech Republic at both the opening and closing ceremonies. Ogrodníková expressed her deep emotion and honor at being chosen, especially after her medal win. The ceremony will take place at Stade de France, starting at 9:00 PM on Sunday.
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08/10/2024
Despite improvements in attitudes towards sexual minorities in the Czech Republic, participants of the Prague Pride parade emphasized that LGBT+ individuals still lack equal rights. They called particularly for the same-sex marriage. Many attendees joined the parade to advocate for these rights while also enjoying the event’s atmosphere of solidarity, joy, and tolerance. Although Czech lawmakers have rejected equal marriage, same-sex couples will be able to form partnerships with most marriage rights starting next year. Activists plan to continue pushing for full marriage equality.
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08/10/2024
Tens of thousands of people participated in the Prague Pride parade on Saturday, marching from Wenceslas Square to Letná Plain to support LGBT+ rights. The event, part of a week-long festival, saw participants in colorful outfits, waving rainbow flags, and was attended by politicians, diplomats, and activists. Increased police presence ensured safety due to recent threats at a similar event in Bratislava, but no incidents were reported. This year's festival theme is "family," with various activities and performances planned throughout the day. The Prague Pride festival, now in its 14th year, first took place in 2011.
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08/10/2024
Kayaker Josef Dostál clinched gold in the 1000m race at the Paris Olympics, securing the third gold medal for the Czech team. The 31-year-old athlete added this victory to his collection of one silver and three bronze medals from previous Olympic Games in London, Rio de Janeiro, and Tokyo. Dostál’s win follows the triumph of canoeist Martin Fuksa earlier in the competition.
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08/10/2024
Prague's Václav Havel Airport handled nearly 1.8 million passengers in July, a 10% increase compared to last year, according to data provided to Radiožurnál. The airport also managed 720,000 pieces of luggage, despite early July issues where several flights departed without baggage due to staff shortages and airspace congestion. The situation has since stabilized with the hiring of new staff, though delays continue to impact operations. The airport's handling company processed 10% more luggage than last year.
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08/10/2024
Škoda Auto has ramped up production of its flagship electric vehicle, the Enyaq, to its maximum capacity of around 600 units per day in Mladá Boleslav. Czech economic daily e15 informs that earlier this year, production had to be significantly reduced due to a shortage of electric motors from parent company Volkswagen. The issue has now been resolved, allowing Škoda to restore full production. Despite this, the market is experiencing a surprising decline in demand for fully electric vehicles, with Enyaq sales dropping by 6% in the first half of the year compared to the previous year.
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