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Deadly strain of Bird Flu virus arrives in Central Europe

Avian influenza, or Bird Flu, continues its spread around the globe, making its first landing in central Europe. The deadly H5N1 virus was discovered in swans in Koblerjev…
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Studying abroad? Students head for Slovenia

More and more students are living and studying abroad - at least for a short period of time. They go seeking experience of a a different culture, study at a foreign…
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Economist Danuše Nerudová: coronavirus crisis has also brought opportunity for ‘smart’ reform

The Czech economy faces a record slump due to the coronavirus pandemic. But economist and university rector Danuše Nerudová believes the crisis also presents an…
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NGO study suggests Slovenian government is failing to deliver on promises

Umanotera is an non-governmental organisation promoting sustainable development in Slovenia. In a rare study that it conducted last year, it assessed whether the…
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For whom the tolls bell: new transport minister will focus on problematic roads use contract

A decision is looming on the selection of an operator for a controversial truck toll system which has already come under heavy fire for excessive costs and disappointing…
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Czechs to announce defence spending increase at NATO summit

President Miloš Zeman is set to announce an increase in the Czech Republic’s defence budget at the NATO summit in Wales on Thursday. Czech leaders also support plans to…
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Zeman’s “Kalashnikov” comment: Harmless quip or dangerous populism?

Miloš Zeman has long been known for his blunt language and biting wit. However, comments he made this week – interpreted as suggesting that the prime minister could be…
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Business News

In Business News this week: Regulator to consult public on shake up of electricity charges; Betting company Synot cuts backing for Czech sports; Nuclear fuel supply…
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Czechs anticipate second wave of Chinese investment

Details of the Czech visit of Chinese President Xi Jinping were officially announced on Monday. It’s pretty clear that the Chinese president on the first Czech official…
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Daily news summary

Prime Minister attends Bread Basket harvest festival in České Budějovice Members of the government including Prime Minister Bohuslav Sobotka kicked off festivities at the…
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Senate backs greater rights for councils in national parks The upper house of parliament, the Senate, has voted for local councils to be given increased rights over the…
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MPs vote to make all state enterprises exempt from registry of contracts The Chamber of Deputies has voted to exempt all majority state-owned enterprises from a…
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Four dead in fire at Prague hotel Police are investigating the cause of a fire that broke out at Eurostars David hotel in Prague on Saturday. Two people, a young man from…
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Government budget for 2017 draws fire from both sides of opposition

After a seven hour debate and many motions for changes, the government coalition rallied its troops and won sufficient support to push through its planned 2017 budget…
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Prague councillors to sue predecessors over Opencard system Prague councillors have voted to file a claim for damages linked to the Opencard system against former city…
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Melting Pot discussion forum brings world of ideas to Colours of Ostrava

With the huge Colours music festival, Ostrava is currently the focus of the arts scene in the Czech Republic. But it’s not just about bands: The event’s Melting Pot is a…
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ING forecast: Czech Republic to show negative GDP for 2020

ING’s latest economic and financial analysis on the economic costs of Covid-19 predicts the Czech Republic will show negative GDP for full-year 2020. The volatility of the…
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Officials warn of increasing drug use The number of drug users in the Czech Republic has been increasing steadily throughout the country, a Czech official said on Monday…
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Press Review

All of Thursday's Czech newspapers report on an amendment to the law on transport which was passed in the lower house on Wednesday. It will allow Czech drivers to buy…
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News Friday, SEPTEMBER 29th, 2000

By: Rob Cameron Macek: Shoot violent demonstrators Czech officials have been giving their verdict on the street disturbances earlier this week which overshadowed peaceful…
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News Saturday, JULY 15th, 2000

Changes to the Czech National Bank The lower house of the Czech parliament has passed an amendment that opponents say will seriously limit the independence of the Czech…
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Czech paratroopers arrive in Macedonia The first 16 paratroopers of a 120 strong Czech contingent have arrived in Skopje, Macedonia on a NATO mission to assist a fragile…
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Schussel: annul Benes Decrees Austrian Chancellor Wolfgang Schussel has called for the annulment of the Benes Decrees by the time the Czech Republic joins the European…
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Foreign Ministry admits to letting weapons shipment leave country The Foreign Ministry has admitted that it gave permission for a plane carrying an illegal weapons…
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Austrian environmentalists block highway Austrian environmentalists have blocked a highway near the Czech-Austrian border in protest against the Temelin nuclear power…
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