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08/10/2024
Czech Defense Minister Jana Černochová from the Civic Democratic party has proposed an amendment to the law which would enhance the powers of the Military Police. The draft bill, which should take effect on July 1, 2025, aims to improve the Military Police's efficiency by granting them new capabilities, such as using and disabling drones, seizing driver’s licenses, and entering private property when necessary to protect lives. The proposed amendment also includes a ban on photographing designated military sites, with fines up to 100,000 CZK for violations. The proposal responds to recent security concerns and aims to streamline cooperation with the Czech Police.
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08/10/2024
The Prague Pride Parade began Saturday at noon, with participants marching from Wenceslas Square to Letná Plain, where the week-long LGBT+ festival will conclude with cultural events. Organizers expect a turnout similar to last year’s, with around 60,000 people. The parade features colorful attire, rainbow flags, and a train for families and those with mobility issues. Increased police presence is in place due to recent threats against a similar event in Bratislava, but no incidents have been reported so far. The festival’s theme this year is “family,” and events will continue until 10 PM.
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08/09/2024
The first Czech women summited Gasherbrum I, the world's 11th highest mountain, in Pakistan's Karakoram range. Former Czech ski team members Lenka Erlebachová and Karolína Grohová reached the 8,080-meter peak on July 28 without supplemental oxygen or the assistance of high-altitude porters and mountain guides. They infomed about their feat in press release on Friday. The challenging climb was completed under favorable weather conditions, despite the season's harsh environment. Erlebachová is a former alpine skier, while Grohová, a cross-country skier, who previously competed in the Sochi 2014 and PyeongChang 2018 Olympics.
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08/09/2024
Czech canoe sprinter Martin Fuksa won the 1000-meter race at the Paris Olympics, securing the third medal for the Czech team and his first Olympic medal. The 31-year-old, a three-time world champion, dominated the final, leading from the start and finishing with a time of 3:43.16, setting a new Olympic best.
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08/09/2024
Wild boars have started multiplying in some areas in the south-east outskirts of Prague. Municipal authorities are urging caution, especially when walking dogs. Boars are most commonly found in cornfields. Petra Fišerová, spokesperson for Prague's Forestry Department, notes that the urban environment is favorable for boars as they have no natural predators and plenty of food.
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08/09/2024
Tameh Czech, a former energy supplier to Liberty Ostrava, has asked the court to change its reorganization to bankruptcy. This is because Liberty Ostrava's financial problems have hurt Tameh's sale process. Tameh was declared insolvent last December and first tried reorganization but found no offers that met the required value. Even in bankruptcy, Tameh will keep looking for a buyer. The company's insolvency was caused by Liberty Ostrava's unpaid debts. This situation is likely to lead to mass layoffs at the steelworks, which is in a region facing economic and social challenges.
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08/09/2024
Former North Dakota state senator Ray Holmberg has admitted in federal court to repeatedly traveling to Prague with the intent of paying minors for sex. Holmberg, who made 14 trips to the Czech capital between 2011 and 2021, acknowledged that he engaged with underage masseurs, some of whom provided sexual services. According to the Associated Press, as part of a plea deal that avoids a trial, a second charge related to child pornography has been dropped, with prosecutors recommending a sentence below the 30-year maximum. Holmberg's confession signals the end of his long political career. Sentencing is expected to take several months.
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08/09/2024
Czech seniors are protesting against a plan to reduce the distribution of printed discount leaflets, which many rely on for shopping deals. The Ministry of Environment wants to restrict wasteful practices in advertising and proposes a special fee for distributors of printed material. The website Penize.cz reports that the Senior Citizens' Council argues that online alternatives are not feasible for many elderly people, with a significant portion lacking access to the internet or smartphones. They claim the proposal would socially discriminate against them.
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08/09/2024
A security scare at Prague’s Václav Havel Airport delayed a London-bound flight on Thursday evening when someone reported a suspicious piece of luggage on the flight. According to the site Zdopravy.cz a ticking noise was coming from one of the suitcases on a Ryanair plane that was about to depart for London. The plane was evacuated and explosives experts were called to the scene. The airport also temporarily suspended check-in at Terminal 2. Nothing suspicious was found in the luggage and operations were restored at 7.30 pm CET.
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08/09/2024
The Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs has advised Czech citizens in Austria to exercise increased caution, monitor local news reports and respect the instructions of security forces. The warning comes in response to the threat of a terrorist attack which on Wednesday led to the cancellation of three concerts in Vienna by American singer Taylor Swift. Despite heightened security measures, Austrian authorities say the security situation remains serious. Many Czech fans who had tickets to the cancelled concerts have scrapped their travel plans. The Foreign Ministry has urged those who are heading to Austria to register with the Drozd travel data base and, if in need of assistance, to contact the Czech embassy in Vienna.
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