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10/13/2024
Cloud cover will gradually increase from the west, with rain or showers expected in the southwestern half of the country by the evening. Later in the evening, rainfall will decrease in the western regions. High temperatures will range from 10 to 14°C.
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10/13/2024
The 134th Grand Pardubice Steeplechase ended on Sunday in a historic "dead heat," with two winners for the first time. After extensive review of the finish line camera, race officials declared Sexy Lord and Godfrey as joint champions. Jockey Jaroslav Myška, riding Sexy Lord, secured his first-ever victory in the prestigious race on his 22nd attempt. Godfrey, the race favorite, was ridden by Jan Faltejsek, who celebrated his seventh win, just one short of the record held by Josef Váňa. Dulcar De Sivola finished third, while 2021 champion Talent, the only former winner in the field of 16, concluded his career with a fifth-place finish at the age of 13.
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10/13/2024
The EU's goals for transforming the automotive industry are unattainable, according to Czech Industry and Transport Association Vice President Martin Jahn and MEP Filip Turek (Oath and Motorists). Speaking on Questions of Václav Moravec, Jahn warned that if the targets are not revised, car manufacturers will face fines or have to buy regulatory credits. Turek expressed concerns that the transformation could lead to bankruptcies in the industry. Both agreed that the current trajectory, including the 2035 ban on combustion engines, threatens jobs and factory closures across Europe.
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10/13/2024
Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský denied seeking an ambassador role, calling such claims rumors. He remains in office with the backing of coalition parties following the Pirate Party’s exit from the government, a party he also left. Speaking on Questions of Václav Moravec TV political show, Lipavský said he has not yet considered running in next year’s parliamentary elections, calling it premature. He added that despite being ready to resign, coalition leaders asked him to stay on as an independent. KSČM leader Kateřina Konečná criticized his decision to remain in government.
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10/13/2024
The 28th annual Forum 2000 international conference begins on Sunday at the Prague Congress Centre with an opening address by Senate President Miloš Vystrčil (Civic Democratic Party). This year’s theme is “Proving Democracy’s Resolve and Resilience.” The event will run through Tuesday. Among the participants in the coming days will be President Petr Pavel, who will deliver a speech and take part in a panel discussion on global democratic partnerships. Other notable attendees include Russian regime critic Vladimir Kara-Murza, Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, and former Polish president and Solidarity leader Lech Walesa. Forum 2000 was founded in 1997 by then Czech President Václav Havel, writer Elie Wiesel, and Japanese philanthropist Yohei Sasakawa, with the aim of creating a platform for key figures to analyze the challenges of the new millennium.
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10/13/2024
A key health concern in flood-affected areas ahead of the colder months is insufficiently dried homes, according to Barbora Macková, Chief Hygienist and Director of the National Institute of Public Health (SZÚ). Damp conditions can lead to mold growth, which poses health risks when inhaled. In flood-hit regions, walls need to be disinfected and dried, with damaged plaster potentially requiring removal. Although no outbreaks of infectious diseases have been recorded, preventive measures, such as vaccinations against hepatitis, have been implemented. Hygiene standards are also crucial as schools and senior homes reopen.
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10/13/2024
Authorities in Central Bohemia are considering action against outgoing senator Raduan Nwelati (Civic Democratic Party) for repeatedly failing to submit his asset declaration, as required by the Conflict of Interest Act. Nwelati has been violating this law for 12 years, despite fines. According to experts asked by Czech Radio, his repeated offense may constitute a criminal act, potentially resulting in a prison sentence of up to three years. Nwelati, whose Senate term ends on Sunday October 13, has received multiple fines in the past and has claimed he follows legal advice in his decisions.
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10/13/2024
Schools in Czechia in recent years have significantly strengthened their security measures, implementing card access systems, turnstiles, and surveillance cameras. However, it is impossible to fully prevent potential attacks, said Jiří Zajíček, Chairman of the Union of School Associations - CZESHA, and director of Masaryk Secondary School of Chemistry in Prague. Experts agree that while safety has improved, total security is unattainable. The discussion comes ahead of the 10th anniversary of the attack in Žďár nad Sázavou, where a mentally ill woman fatally stabbed a student and injured three others.
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10/13/2024
Czechs have purchased 12 to 20 percent more airline tickets for the autumn holidays this year compared to last year. Most travelers will depart on Friday, October 25, with increased interest in destinations such as Spain and Asia. According to ticket vendors, the average price of tickets for the autumn break has risen by about 10 percent year-on-year, although prices for long-haul flights have decreased. Ticket sellers like Pelikán and Kiwi.com report that long-haul flights to destinations such as China, Vietnam, and Mauritius have seen the most significant price reductions.
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10/12/2024
Weather in Czechia will be cloudy to overcast, with rain or showers in most areas. Gradually changing to variable cloud cover from the northwest, with isolated showers, particularly in the northern mountains, where they may be mixed or turn to snow above 1100 meters. Highest temperatures will range from 10 to 15°C, reaching up to 17°C in southern Moravia.
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