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State to limit access of firms and farmers to water in times of drought

The Czech state is planning to limit the access that manufacturers and farmers have to water in times of drought, iHned.cz reported. However, critics say new legislation…
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Austrians demonstrate against Temelin nuclear power plant Austrian anti-nuclear activists staged another demonstration at the Wullowitz Czech-Austrian border check point…
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Viva Etika

By Vladimir Tax
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Temelin being loaded with nuclear fuel

The controversial nuclear power plant in southern Bohemia has hit the headlines once again. The process of preparing the plant for trial operation moved into higher gear…
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Frogs need a helping hand across the road

Every year at around about this time thousands of frogs migrate to an appropriate breeding ground -and endanger their lives in the process. In some 200 locations in the…
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Poverty, insecurity and discrimination hindering Roma school kids in the education process

A sociological study, released by Gabal Analysis and Consulting, shows that a staggering 40 percent of Romany children drop out of elementary school and never go back, a…
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Prague’s underground tunnels being mapped by robot dogs

A team of Czech robotics researchers recently acquired two new agile dog-like robots and is using them to create a digital 3D map of Prague’s underground tunnel network.
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News Friday, AUGUST 27th, 1999

Hello and a very warm welcome to Radio Prague. I´m Rob Cameron, first the news headlines. Those were the headlines, now for the news in detail. Police arrest football…
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Russian president arrives in Prague Wednesday ahead of signing ceremony with US counterpart Russian President Dmitry Medvedev arrives in Prague later on Wednesday ahead…
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Dozens of lawsuits in Šumava National Park controversy Environment activists are reportedly filing dozens of lawsuits against the police and management of the Šumava…
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Exceptionally well-preserved Neolithic settlement found near Kutná Hora

Czech archaeologists have discovered a Neolithic settlement near Kutná Hora. Built approximately 7,000 years ago, it has been exceptionally well-preserved.
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Black redstart named Bird of the Year 2024

The black redstart has been named Bird of the Year 2024 by the Czech Ornithological Society, replacing last year's winner, the common pochard. Originally a high-altitude…
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EC President and Czech PM tell Czech businesses more innovation needed for green transformation

The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, addressed Czech entrepreneurs and business owners at a Green Deal summit in Prague on Tuesday, telling them…
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New deposit return system on drinks bottles faces opposition from local councils

Czechia will be introducing a deposit return system on plastic bottles and cans from 2025. But not everyone likes the idea.
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Czech academic, official accused of stealing rare orchids in New Zealand

Two Czechs were charged this week with attempting to smuggle protected native orchids out of New Zealand. If found guilty, the two men could face up to five years in…
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Austrian Chancellor says Temelin needs more safety tests

The Austrian Chancellor Wolfgang Schussel has said that his government does not consider the environment impact study on the Temelin nuclear power plant a sufficient…
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Growing concern over encroaching tree line in Krkonoše Mountains

The Krkonoše Mountains are a beloved spot in Czechia, but recently, they have become the focal point of growing concern as Dr. Jan Tumajer, explained to us.
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Czechs mark Ss Cyril and Methodius anniversary The Czech Republic marks the 1150th anniversary of the arrival of Christian missionaries Cyril and Methodius in Great…
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Slovakia kicks up a stink over illegal waste

Many in Slovakia are asking - are we a European dumping ground? Last month two trucks carrying over 40 tons of dangerous waste were caught trying to illegally ship the…
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Renewables cautious progress cast into question

Renewables have suddenly come into the spotlight in the Czech Republic thanks to statistics showing a rocketing upsurge in solar power and a new measure giving grants to…
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Over 300 Czech offices fly flag of Tibet

Over 300 public offices in the Czech Republic have raised the flag of Tibet, to commemorate the 48th anniversary of the crushing of an insurrection in the territory by the…
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Report: Prague's green spaces under assault

The Czech Science Academy’s Environmental Committee has issued a damning report, accusing the Prague City Council of seeking to develop Prague’s green spaces and thus…
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Politicians wade into bark-beetle fray

A continuing standoff between ecological activists and loggers in the Šumava National Park is continuing to heat up. For more than a fortnight now activists have been…
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Education minister resigns over EU funding flaws

For some time now officials in Brussels have criticized the Czech Republic for a lack of know-how when it comes to drawing on EU funds. Belated or botched applications…
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Czechs rank fourth in environmental management

A new study produced by scientists from two American universities for the World Economic Forum currently underway in Davos ranks the Czech Republic fourth in the world…
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