
Prague Pride parade takes place in Czech Republic
The Prague Pride parade, supporting the LGBT community, is taking place in Prague, with participants gathering at Wenceslas Square for the event which has been held annually since 2011.
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The Prague Pride parade, supporting the LGBT community, is taking place in Prague, with participants gathering at Wenceslas Square for the event which has been held annually since 2011.

Daylight saving time changes are set to continue in the Czech Republic for another five years, until 2031, with summer time beginning on the last Sunday of March and ending on the last Sunday of October, though Minister Šťastný disagrees and advocates for permanent winter time.

A senior home in Netolice, Czech Republic, lacking air conditioning, is helping its residents cope with high temperatures by making homemade ice cream. The heatwave poses a significant challenge for the elderly and chronically ill.
Forty years after the death of Hartmut Tautz, Slovakia has yet to bring any charges against perpetrators responsible for the deaths of refugees along the Iron Curtain. This contrasts with the approach taken in the Czech Republic, where such cases are handled differently.

A former scout leader in the Czech Republic, sentenced to 10 years for abusing 39 children in the country's largest such case, was denied early release by the court and must remain in prison.

A woman in North Bohemia, Czech Republic, was dragged approximately 45 meters by a regional train while attempting to remove her child's stroller, but fortunately, the incident ended without serious injury.

The swimming pool in Libochovice, Czech Republic, is set to close permanently after the new year due to the hazardous condition of its roof and the high cost of repairs, with the city currently having no plans for renovation.
The Sir Prague hotel in the Czech Republic has received the Prix Versailles 2026 award, distinguishing it among the world's most beautiful hotels and highlighting Central Europe's growing luxury hospitality sector.

Residents of Bedlno, a hamlet near Jesenice in the Rakovník region of the Czech Republic, are experiencing a severe shortage of drinking water due to prolonged drought. A tanker from state material reserves has been deployed to supply water to the community.

A new bridge is being built over the Lužická Nisa river in Liberec's London Street, with construction workers beginning to lay its beams. The new structure will replace an older, dilapidated bridge.

Farmers in the Plzeň region of the Czech Republic are experiencing lower rapeseed yields due to spring drought, while the wheat harvest is performing well despite dry conditions and pests.

The Bank of Mexico and the Czech National Bank both decided to leave their benchmark interest rates unchanged, with the Czech Republic maintaining its rate at 3.75 percent.

The Vysočina region in the Czech Republic has broken its absolute temperature record in Třebíč, with temperatures exceeding 40 degrees Celsius, as a climatologist warns of worsening trends.
Police have found the body of one missing paddleboarder in Lake Most, Czech Republic, after a storm. Search efforts continue for a second person still unaccounted for.

A decision is expected this autumn on whether Karlovy Vary Airport will transfer from regional to state ownership in the Czech Republic. Negotiations are reportedly moving towards the army managing the regional airport through the state-owned enterprise LOM (Letecké op) starting next year.

The 59th annual Summer School of Slavic Studies in Brno, Czech Republic, has commenced, with approximately one hundred foreigners from various countries and age groups attending a month-long course to learn the Czech language.

Nearly two years after floods devastated the Jesenicko region in the northern Olomouc district of the Czech Republic, some schools remain unrepaired. Children will continue to attend temporary modular classrooms for the upcoming school year.

A chemical company in Sokolov, Czech Republic, has decided to keep bees by installing beehives in an outlying part of its premises as part of an environmental protection project, with future plans to analyze the honey for local environmental quality.

As of Wednesday, the Czech Republic has tightened conditions for granting temporary protection to Ukrainian citizens, now requiring those subject to military obligations to prove compliance or authorization to leave Ukraine.

The Czech Republic is reportedly assisting Hungary in its energy crisis, as Hungary has been unable to offset the shortfall from its Paks nuclear power plant with domestic sources due to high production costs.

A survey reveals that nearly three-quarters of people in the Czech Republic believe the government is not doing enough to prepare society for climate extremes, with young people expressing the most concern.

The Czech Ministry of Foreign Affairs plans to open a new general consulate in Miami, Florida, by October, strategically located near former US President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago residence. Additionally, the ministry is preparing to open an embassy in Oman.

Storms have left parts of households in the Liberec region of the Czech Republic without electricity and caused significant damage, including torn-off roofs and fallen trees. Emergency services responded to numerous incidents, with the Česká Lípa area being the most affected.

Strong thunderstorms are expected to hit the central part of the Czech Republic this afternoon, bringing gusts of wind and small hail. The storms are forecast to return on Thursday.

Court proceedings in the Czech Republic, particularly in cases of domestic violence and child abuse, are often delayed for months due to a shortage of expert witnesses, many of whom left after a 2021 law change.

Homeless individuals in Jihlava, Czech Republic, are seeking refuge in shelters to escape the scorching heat, facing dehydration, heatstroke, and burns due to limited access to drinking water on the streets.

A new educational trail has opened in Zruč nad Sázavou, Czech Republic, commemorating entrepreneur Tomáš Baťa and his company's expansion into the city in the 1940s. The trail guides visitors through areas like the 'Baťov' district, featuring original workers' homes.

Small farmers in the Czech Republic are preparing protests and a constitutional complaint against a new law governing the sale of agricultural land, arguing that the legislation is designed to benefit large agro-businesses.

The Czech Republic's export of military material saw a sharp increase in 2025, reaching over 115 billion Czech Koruna, which is six times more than five years prior. This figure does not include defensive exports.

Extreme temperatures and drought have led to thousands of fish dying in the Alba canal near Kostelec nad Orlicí in the Czech Republic. Fishermen are attempting to rescue surviving fish, and water abstraction from the canal is now prohibited.

Storms in the Liberec region of the Czech Republic uprooted trees and damaged several roofs in Nový Bor, leading to over 140 emergency calls for firefighters by evening.

Police are searching for two people on Lake Most following a storm in the Ústí Region, while also looking for 75-year-old Vladimír Svitek who went missing from his home in Česká Lípa.
An article from The Brussels Times appears to be an advertisement or search engine optimization attempt for buying cocaine and 4MMC in Cesky Krumlov, Czech Republic, via the website FINDCOK.ORG.

The Vysočina region in the Czech Republic is planning to introduce new electric trains within five years and implement electronic ticketing for public transport by the end of the year.

Upcoming Senate elections in the Czech Republic are expected to be contentious, with the government coalition and Prime Minister Andrej Babiš having a strained relationship with the Senate.

Volunteer firefighters in Prague are using spraying and misting to cool down crowds in city squares and at Prague Castle, as temperatures in the Czech Republic are expected to reach nearly 39 degrees Celsius.

The Brutal Assault music festival is commencing in the Josefov Fortress near Jaroměř, Czech Republic, with organizers expecting around 20,000 metal fans to attend.

Relatives, friends, and colleagues gathered in Netolice, Czech Republic, on Tuesday to bid farewell to a female soldier who died two weeks ago in a Venom military helicopter crash at the Náměšť nad Oslavou base.

Residents of Třebeň in the Cheb region have reported an illegal dump site near the local cemetery, where an unknown perpetrator discarded car parts, including seats, cables, door sections, and dozens of tires. The municipality has notified the police and is seeking witnesses.

Historical sites in Eastern Bohemia, Czech Republic, experienced an above-average July, with increased interest in castles and chateaus like Opočno and Náchod.

Municipal police in Pardubice, Czech Republic, will deploy new, modern drones equipped with thermal imaging for extended flight times, to be used in searching for people and managing large public events.

The public swimming pool in Krnov, Czech Republic, is significantly reducing its electricity consumption by utilizing shared solar energy from photovoltaic panels, covering over a tenth of its monthly needs.

Czech financial authorities have frozen the shares of Russian couple Andrej and Anna Shnaidrov, who operate Mere supermarkets in the Czech Republic, preventing them from selling or profiting from their stakes.

The town of Strážov in the Klatovy region of the Czech Republic is opening a new doctor's office, bringing a general practitioner back to the town after a six-year absence. The municipality invested four million into renovating the premises for the young doctor.

A fire has broken out in an agricultural area in Tragano, Ilia, Greece, with 49 firefighters, including a team from the Czech Republic, and 12 vehicles battling the blaze.

The Prague High Court canceled a Tuesday detention hearing for a man accused of spying for Chinese intelligence in the Czech Republic, though a non-public decision on the prosecutor's complaint is still possible.

The Research Institute of Textile Machines in Liberec, Czech Republic, is celebrating its 75th anniversary, having diversified its focus beyond textile machinery to develop around 40 prototypes annually, including a robot for grinding aircraft.

The Czech Republic is set for a tropical week with temperatures forecast to reach up to 39°C. While the end of the week may see a slight cool-down, temperatures are expected to remain around 30°C, with daily possibilities of thunderstorms despite mostly clear skies.
Jana Kráková, head of the Trust & Safety team at Allegro for Slovakia and the Czech Republic, discussed the online platform's extensive efforts to maintain order on its vast marketplace. She revealed that Allegro has blocked hundreds of thousands of sellers and stopped millions of offers in its fight against counterfeit products and fraudulent activities.

Food prices in the Czech Republic have seen a surprising decline, with milk selling for as low as 5.90 crowns in some supermarkets, a price not seen since the 1990s, and other basic foodstuffs also becoming significantly cheaper.

Farmers in the Opava region of the Czech Republic are testing a new no-till seeding technology designed to make soil behave like a sponge, improving water retention and reducing erosion.

A long-delayed project to build a weir in Děčín, Czech Republic, is set to begin in three years, aiming to connect the Czech Elbe River with the German Elbe and the sea.

Graduates of a demanding voluntary military exercise at the 22nd Helicopter Air Base in Náměšť nad Oslavou, Czech Republic, have taken their solemn oath under challenging conditions.

A primary school in Rokytnice, Czech Republic, is undergoing expansion and renovation as the over 100-year-old building could no longer accommodate the growing number of students.

Many myths surround the identity-forming role that beer has played for the Czech nation, exploring the history of this national cultural asset.

A woman who recently returned to the Czech Republic from Uganda is under suspicion of having a highly dangerous infection. While the probability is considered low, authorities are investigating the potential contagion.

The Humpolec swimming pool in the Czech Republic has hired a security agency to manage land safety, particularly during hot weather, following a recent skirmish.

A team of five high school students from Hlučín, Plzeň, and Prague achieved the best result for the Czech Republic since 1998, winning a gold medal at the International Young Physicists' Tournament held in Zurich.

A cold front passed over the Czech Republic overnight, bringing rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds that toppled trees. Netvořice in Central Bohemia recorded a wind gust of 82 kilometers per hour, equivalent to a gale force.

A family bakery located near the Berounka river in the Czech Republic, which started from baking bread out of boredom, has grown into a renowned business and was ultimately saved by the owner's mother-in-law.

Montenegro has become the third country, after the Czech Republic and Hungary, to adopt Czech CZ BREN rifles as its standard military weapon, following a historic intergovernmental agreement on armaments cooperation.

Teplotní rekord pro 31. červenec v pátek zaznamenalo 108 ze 171 stanic, které fungují minimálně 30 let.

In the Czech Republic, the ruling coalition and opposition are engaged in a debate over the state budget for the upcoming year, with both sides claiming to prioritize the 'welfare of the state' despite differing interpretations of the concept.

Meteorologists in the Czech Republic have declared a smog situation in Prague, Central Bohemia, Pardubice, Hradec Králové, and Ústí regions due to high concentrations of ground-level ozone.

Masaryk University in Brno, Czech Republic, is investigating the impact of a cyberattack. Key services remain operational, and the university has implemented technical measures to mitigate further damage.

Nové Město na Moravě in the Czech Republic has installed its second 'poeziomat' (poetry machine) near a recently cleaned pond, a decade after introducing its first such device.

From August, seniors in the Czech Republic can terminate their pension savings without penalty and reclaim state contributions they previously had to return. This change is due to a new amendment to the supplementary pension savings law, effective August 1.

Fishermen in Litomyšl, Czech Republic, are struggling with drought conditions, including low water levels and oxygen, forcing them to remove fish from some of their 200 managed ponds.

Skoda's small SUV, the Kylaq, currently produced for the Indian market, might be introduced in Europe following a successful test drive from India to the Czech Republic, driven by rising new car prices in Europe.

The Czech Republic has experienced another week of record-breaking temperatures, with many stations reporting August and absolute maximums, prompting discussions on how the country is coping and public opinion on the heat extremes.

Doctors at an infectious disease clinic in Ostrava, Czech Republic, have treated 15 people bitten by bats since early summer, administering preventive vaccinations and immune-boosting injections due to the risk of rabies.

The population of Eurasian hoopoes is increasing in South Moravia, Czech Republic, with a record number of chicks hatched this year thanks to conservation efforts and special nesting boxes.

Preparations for the construction of the Vlachovice reservoir in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic are delayed after the Ministry of Environment returned key EIA documentation for completion.

A commentary discusses how cultural wars are obscuring preparations for major political changes in the Czech Republic, specifically criticizing a proposed government amendment on mandatory pre-emptive rights for large agricultural businesses.

Live Nation and investment group PPF are establishing a joint venture to operate major multifunctional venues in the Czech Republic, including O2 arena, O2 universum, and Forum Karlín.

The previously secret Soviet bunker Jasyr in Verušičky, which served as a backup command post during the Cold War, is now open to the public for guided tours on weekends.

Amidst a scorching summer, underground labyrinths in the Czech Republic are experiencing a significant increase in visitors, with Jeskyně Na Špičáku reporting higher attendance.

A unique, century-old orchestrion has been found in a pub in Veselíčko, part of Žďár nad Sázavou, Czech Republic, offering mechanical music for 50 korunas and serving beer for 30 korunas.

A survey for Czech Radio reveals that nearly three-quarters of people in the Czech Republic believe the state is not doing enough to prepare society for climate extremes, with experts recommending insulation and ventilation over air conditioning.

A teenage girl from the Czech Republic has died during a hike in the Italian Alps. Media reports confirm the tragic incident.

A blood donation center in Ostrava, Czech Republic, has introduced new testing for West Nile fever, eliminating the previous month-long waiting period for donors returning from certain European countries.

The demolition of the eleven-story Building 34 in the former Baťa complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, has commenced. The owner, Cream company, handed over the site to a construction firm, with heavy machinery now on site.

The municipal police in Slaný, Czech Republic, are acquiring mobile cameras to enhance rapid response capabilities and are reinstating K9 units, with four dog handlers set to join patrols.

Fishpond levels across the Czech Republic are approximately one meter below normal, prompting early fish harvests in areas like Litomyšl due to low oxygen levels and insufficient water inflow.
A tender to maintain 240 tons of beef cattle for the Czech Republic's state reserves received no bids, prompting the institution to plan a repeat of the procedure.

Children from sixteen countries, including China, Italy, and Denmark, are attending the fifth international meeting in Velká Úpa, Krkonoše, where they speak Czech, as their parents or one parent lives outside the Czech Republic.

Scientists from Masaryk University have deployed over three dozen sensors across Brno, Czech Republic, to continuously monitor concentrations of harmful substances and study how air pollution changes street by street.

The Střelnice Cultural Center in Rumburk, Czech Republic, is providing free IT consultations for seniors throughout July and August, assisting them with setting up phones, tablets, and computers.

Temperature records were broken across the Czech Republic on Wednesday, with 156 out of 170 long-term measuring stations reporting new highs. Some areas recorded their highest temperatures ever, including Strážnice at 41 degrees Celsius.

High temperatures in the Czech Republic have led to a massive presence of dangerous cyanobacteria in the Trnávka and Kachlička reservoirs in Vysočina, resulting in swimming bans due to worsening water quality.

The 26th annual Moravian Folk Festival, 'Moravské chodníčky,' will take place in Napajedla, Czech Republic, featuring music, singing, and dance ensembles from Moravia on August 7th and 8th.

Due to an ongoing shortage of tamoxifen, a key breast cancer medication, pharmacies in the Czech Republic will be permitted to dispense unregistered drugs containing the active substance to patients.

For the first time, a stream supplying a cascade of ponds in Loštice, Šumperk region, has dried up due to heat, resulting in a fishing ban and threatening fish with oxygen depletion.
Hundreds of hikers ascended Lysá Hora, one of the highest peaks in the Beskydy Mountains, despite record-breaking temperatures in the Czech Republic.

The Bozkovské Dolomite Caves in the Semily region of the Czech Republic experienced an unprecedented surge in visitors during July, with 14,000 people seeking refuge from extreme heat in the consistently cool underground environment.

The mountain spa of Karlova Studánka in the Czech Republic has completed its peat harvesting and will now offer therapeutic peat wraps to self-paying clients, expanding beyond insured patients.

Caregivers in a nursing home in Mariánské Lázně, Czech Republic, are providing seniors with melons, popsicles, and monitoring their hydration to help them manage the hot weather.

Landfill fires are actively burning in multiple locations, including a significant blaze near Lovosice in the Czech Republic, prompting a third-degree alarm and air quality warnings. Separately, the Uborak landfill near Mostar in Bosnia and Herzegovina continues to experience an active fire, with firefighters on site.

Meteorologists in the Czech Republic recorded an absolute temperature record of 41.5 degrees Celsius in Plzeň, with half of the country's stations surpassing or matching their all-time highs and three-quarters setting new August maximums.
An online search query promoting the purchase of cocaine in Ostrava, Czech Republic, was published by brusselstimes.com.

The popular singing competition SuperStar is set to return to television screens in the Czech Republic this September, five years after its last season. The winner will receive a prize of two million Czech crowns.

Slovakia's economy has grown by less than one percent for the second consecutive year, significantly slower than the Czech Republic and Poland, with consolidation packages and issues in the automotive sector cited as reasons.
Slovakia and the Czech Republic recorded historically high temperatures during a night described as the hottest on record. This extreme weather event set new historical measurements in both countries.

The Czech Ministry of Health is proposing to close maternity hospitals with fewer than 600 annual births and convert them into senior homes, a plan that regional authorities in North Bohemia are rejecting.

There is a shortage of nurses in social care facilities in the Czech Republic, leading to high demand and recruitment bonuses of up to 150,000 CZK for nurses for seniors, driven by recent legislative changes.

The Czech Republic commemorates the 720th anniversary of the assassination of Václav III, the last Přemyslid ruler, whose death on August 4, 1306, remains unexplained.
A 700-year-old Gothic Madonna statue in Brno, Czech Republic, underwent a CT scan for preservation and study.

As the Czech Republic experiences a wave of extreme heat with temperatures potentially reaching 39 degrees Celsius, the Ústí nad Labem Zoo is implementing special measures, such as ice pops for pigs and showers for alpacas, to help its animals stay cool.

The meteorological station in Strážnice, Hodonín region, recorded 39.9 degrees Celsius on Monday afternoon, setting a new temperature record for Moravia and Silesia in the Czech Republic, surpassing the previous 11-year-old record.

Approximately half a ton of fish, including carp and a 30-kilogram catfish, died in the Dřevnice river in Zlín, Czech Republic, following a storm, attributed to thermal shock and lack of oxygen.

July 2023 was the 11th warmest July since 1961 in the Czech Republic, with an average temperature of 19.3 degrees Celsius, making it the fourth warmest in the last decade.
Three Polish citizens died and two others were seriously injured in a highway accident in the southern Czech Republic, as confirmed by the Polish Embassy in Prague.
A 700-year-old Gothic Madonna statue underwent a CT scan in Brno, Czech Republic, as part of a conservation or research effort.

In the Czech Republic, farmers are taking measures to protect their poultry from high temperatures, ensuring proper ventilation, extra water, and a calm environment to prevent stress on the animals.

The reconstruction of the Great Square in Strakonice, Czech Republic, is delayed by about a month due to hard rock subsoil and unexpected underground utilities. This delay will impact the route of the upcoming Bagpipe Festival parade.

The legendary former headquarters of Pozemní stavby in Pardubice, Czech Republic, is undergoing a major reconstruction costing approximately 400 million CZK to transform it into a multifunctional complex with apartments and offices.
Travel around the Otrokovice train station will be more difficult this week due to the closure of Doktora Edvarda Beneše Street for road repairs, affecting both drivers and public transport users.

A traveler shares their unforgettable experience in Prague, the capital of the Czech Republic, highlighting its year-round Christmas atmosphere and delicious ice cream, expressing a desire to return.

The Hranice swimming pool in the Czech Republic is experiencing peak capacity with thousands of visitors daily as a tropical heatwave grips the country.

Despite ongoing drought conditions, the Jizera River and parts of the Lusatian Neisse in the Liberec region of the Czech Republic remain navigable for rafters, who are reportedly enjoying the current season.

On World Lung Cancer Day, it is emphasized that modern targeted therapies, guided by detailed genetic analysis, allow doctors to select personalized treatments for lung cancer patients. Approximately 6,800 people are diagnosed with lung cancer annually in the Czech Republic.

A six-kilometer section of Rudná Street in Ostrava, a major thoroughfare, is undergoing repairs, which are expected to complicate and prolong travel for motorists.

New genetic analysis of bones from 11 European sites, including the Czech Republic, challenges the traditional image of prehistoric mammoth hunters. Scientists suggest that Homo sapiens employed more strategic and less risky hunting methods than previously believed.

A new self-service store, open 24/7 and utilizing modern technology for app or chip card payments, is opening in Lechotice, Kroměřížsko, replacing an old supermarket.

Domažlice Hospital in the Czech Republic has begun construction on 80 new parking spaces, exclusively for employees and partners, to alleviate congestion at its main parking lot.

Horn players from around the world have arrived in Broumov, Czech Republic, for traditional summer horn courses and a festive concert at the local monastery as part of the 'Treasures of Broumov' festival.

For the first time in six years, passengers in the Czech Republic will be able to ride a historical train this weekend, stopping at stations like Jihlávka.

The University Hospital in Hradec Králové, Czech Republic, is set to open a new pharmacy for oncology patients on August 4th. This facility, which is part of a larger hospital expansion project, will feature a robot to assist with dispensing medications and offer an expanded range of drugs and supplements.

Ukraine is set to receive a new, secret guided missile from the Czech Republic called Narwhal, which has a range of 630 kilometers and is significantly cheaper than a Tomahawk missile.

The Czech Republic intends to build a weir on the Elbe river near the German border to improve passage for cargo ships, drawing support from businesses but criticism from environmental groups.

People working outdoors or driving in the Ústí Region of the Czech Republic are struggling to cope with temperatures expected to reach up to 36 degrees Celsius.

A camp for children with type 1 diabetes is being held near Ostružno in the Jičín region, connecting them with athletes and healthy children to help them forget their difficulties and enjoy themselves.

Police in the Czech Republic have closed the case of a fire that destroyed two schools in Český Těšín two years ago, stating there is no suspicion of a criminal act, though the cause remains unclear. Students are expected to return to the rebuilt school next September.

Drivers can now use a new section of the D3 highway between Nažidla and Dolní Dvořiště in the Český Krumlov region, a three-kilometer route leading to the Austrian border, marking the first connected highway from the Czech Republic to Austria.

The town of Semily in the Czech Republic has opened a new pumptrack with three difficulty levels for cyclists and scooter riders. The sports facility, built on the site of a former swimming pool, addresses high demand from young people, with plans for a skatepark addition.

Nature conservationists in Vlašim, Czech Republic, are preparing two new geotrails, or educational tourist routes focused on geology and rocks, with the first, the Blanická Furrow, expected to open this year.

Škoda has commenced production of its largest model in its main manufacturing plant in Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic.

Heavy machinery is being used to clean the stream bed in Dalovice, near Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic. The Ohře River Basin Authority is removing sediment, grass, and invasive woody plants that have accumulated over eight years without maintenance, which had created a dense environment where little could thrive.

A perfectly maintained, over half-century-old Skoda 110 L, which has traveled extensively across Europe, is now for sale in the Czech Republic, offering carefully preserved mechanics to a new adventurer.

Experts from ČEZ highlight the vulnerability of European nuclear power plants due to critically low river water levels, which have forced shutdowns in several countries. They emphasize that Czech nuclear plants, Dukovany and Temelín, are not solely dependent on river flow, providing a sense of security for the Czech Republic.

The Czech Statistical Office estimates this year's basic grain harvest in the Czech Republic will be 6.39 million tons, nearly 17 percent less than last year and potentially the lowest in 14 years.

Nearly 6,000 packages of Tamoxifen, a crucial breast cancer medication, are being delivered to Czech pharmacies. The drug has been unavailable in the Czech Republic since last year after its manufacturer halted supplies.

During church repairs in Modlany, Czech Republic, residents seized the opportunity to add new messages to a historical time capsule in the church tower, joining documents from the 18th century.

The oldest housing estate in Veselí nad Lužnicí, Czech Republic, is undergoing modernization, with new parking lots, a children's playground, and road surfaces already completed, and plans for new apartment buildings.

Pavel Genzer from Zlín, Czech Republic, a trolleybus driver, has accepted diaconal ordination and intends to continue working as a driver while serving in the Catholic Church.

The Liberec Region in the Czech Republic has begun efforts to have the Ještěd hotel and transmitter inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List, a process expected to take several years due to strict reconstruction rules.

The Czech Ministry of Defense's historic acquisition of 246 Swedish armored vehicles, valued at 60 billion CZK, is now entering production despite previous delays, marking the largest purchase for the Czech ground forces.

Industrial production in Italy fell by 1% month-on-month in June, while Hungary also saw a slowdown in its annual growth rate. Conversely, the Czech Republic experienced an increase in industrial production year-on-year, though construction growth decelerated.

Václav Kahánek is systematically visiting, photographing, and mapping train station pubs across the Czech Republic, considering them a unique phenomenon often overlooked by others.
A proposed media bill, drafted by Klempíř, has been rejected in the Czech Republic, a development confirmed by former Prime Minister Andrej Babiš.

A diver tragically died during an exploratory dive in Hranická Propast, the world's deepest flooded cave in the Czech Republic. Rescuers recovered the body from a depth of 186 meters.

Farmers in Dolany near Olomouc, Czech Republic, are replacing rapeseed with crops like hemp, poppy, and peas to reduce chemical use, enrich the soil, provide anti-erosion benefits, and offer economic advantages.

The time required to process building permits in the Vysočina region of the Czech Republic varies significantly, ranging from 37 to 158 days, according to data from the Ministry of Regional Development.

This article is the fourth episode of a reading about the murder of investigative journalist Ján Kuciak and his fiancée Martina Kušnírová, detailing the events of the killing and the subsequent actions of the perpetrator.

Attendees at the Brutal Assault music festival in Jaroměř, Czech Republic, are coping with high temperatures, prompting organizers to offer free water to the approximately 20,000 ticket holders.

A family from the Plzeňsko region in the Czech Republic has resorted to sleeping outdoors in their garden for several nights to cope with persistent tropical nights where temperatures remain above 20 degrees Celsius.

A damaged angel statue, missing for decades, has returned to Ostrov near Karlovy Vary and will be unveiled on the anniversary of the Warsaw Pact invasion, having once been part of a monastery altar.

The first burčák (partially fermented wine) of the year is expected to be available this weekend in the Czech Republic, as the harvest of early grape varieties has begun a week earlier than last year in the Břeclav region.

Due to a shortage of the breast cancer drug tamoxifen, pharmacists in the Czech Republic will be allowed to dispense unregistered medications containing the active substance.
An article from The Brussels Times, likely an SEO entry or spam, promotes the purchase of MDMA and cocaine in Ceske Budejovice, Czech Republic, through the website WWW FINDCOK ORG.

A thermal camera will inspect the site of a large Tuesday fire in Křečovice, Czech Republic, on Wednesday morning, after which the fire could be declared extinguished. Firefighters monitored the area overnight, with no hidden hotspots emerging.

Residents of the Radslav cottage area in the Czech Republic now have to travel two kilometers to dispose of waste after containers were moved. This decision was made by the municipality of Černá v Pošumaví due to persistent waste accumulation and improper disposal.

The 29th annual Brutal Assault extreme music festival has begun at the Baroque Josefov Fortress in Jaroměř, Czech Republic, featuring over 160 bands including Waltari and Body Count, and expecting tens of thousands of visitors.

Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies Tomio Okamura are discussing shortening compulsory schooling by abolishing the ninth grade, a proposal met with criticism regarding its potential impact on education quality versus cost savings.

A vibrant wildflower meadow has blossomed in the Polabiny housing estate in Pardubice, Czech Republic, featuring various colorful flowers that thrive even in hot summer conditions.

Rescuers treated 11 people, two of whom sustained serious injuries, following a three-car accident in the Jihlava region of the Czech Republic. Air rescue services from Vysočina and South Bohemia were also deployed.

The Czech Republic experienced a record-breaking heatwave on August 4, with temperatures reaching 41.5°C in Plzeň-Bolevec. Half of the country's weather stations recorded or equaled their absolute temperature records, and three-quarters set new August maximums.

Individuals receiving a component of the new 'super-benefit' for living expenses, along with members of their household, will now be registered in a registry of persons excluded from gambling, preventing them from participating in any legally operated hazard games in the Czech Republic.
A search query providing a manual on how to buy cocaine and methamphetamine in Karlovy Vary, Czech Republic, including a specific website address, was published by the Brussels Times.

The Czech Republic is experiencing a severe groundwater shortage due to only 40% of the long-term average rainfall this spring, the lowest since 1961, combined with multiple tropical heatwaves, exacerbating drought conditions that even showers cannot resolve as the soil cannot absorb the water.

World champion archer Marie Horáčková won her first career World Cup event in Madrid in July, securing her nomination for the final competition in Mexico. She is currently resting and training in Plzeň, Czech Republic, where she will compete in the Czech Championship.

The Central Bohemian Region in the Czech Republic has introduced a new web portal to help drivers plan their journeys by displaying all planned road construction projects on regional roads.

A foreign driver was stripped of his license after being caught speeding at 165 km/h on the D1 highway in the Czech Republic, subsequently verbally abusing politician Tomio Okamura. The incident highlights reckless driving and public misconduct.

A new 'super-benefit' welfare reform in the Czech Republic is drawing criticism from political parties like SPD and Pirates, who argue that it disadvantages certain groups, including students, and that many will not qualify. Experts suggest further adjustments to the system are needed.

Public sector unions in the Czech Republic have reiterated their call for negotiations with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and the government regarding salary increases for the upcoming year, requesting a specific date for the meeting.

The village of Bílá Voda u Javorníka has undergone profound changes over the last hundred years, more so than most other municipalities in the Czech Republic, prompting contemplation on the ephemeral nature of life.

The Military Police in the Czech Republic are investigating the crash of an army Venom helicopter at the Náměšť nad Oslavou base on suspicion of the criminal offense of general endangerment due to negligence.

New bus lines have been introduced, connecting the Vysočina and Central Bohemia regions in the Czech Republic, with added direct connections to Prague from areas like Pacov and Pelhřimov.

The Czech comedy 'Pět švestek' (Five Plums) is set to be released in British cinemas, making it only the fourth Czech film to achieve this distribution. In its first ten weeks in the Czech Republic, the film attracted 120,000 viewers.

In tropical weather, lifeguards face increased demands, with swimming pools in Zlín, Czech Republic, regularly overcrowded. The Zelené swimming pool has boosted its lifeguard patrols to five.

The city of Třinec in the Czech Republic has banned door-to-door energy sales after a scammer coerced residents into signing contracts, prompting the city council to change its rules.

Despite an increasing number of accessible toilets using the Eurokey system in the Czech Republic, a shortage of the keys has left 1,000 applicants with disabilities waiting for distribution.

Real earnings in the Czech Republic have increased significantly, with a 4.6 percent rise last year and faster growth this year, though only six percent of employees earn over 100,000.

The Czech Republic is experiencing its second heatwave of the year, with temperatures in Prague reaching nearly 40 degrees Celsius, raising concerns about wildfires. Despite the growing climate challenges, political leaders are reportedly struggling to accept the new reality.

Marie Kinsky, a French countess who studied at Sorbonne and danced in Paris, moved to the Czech Republic after restitutions in the 1990s and transformed a dilapidated castle into her home.

Starting next year, Vodovody a kanalizace Náchod in the Czech Republic will likely begin supplying drinking water to Kudowa-Zdrój, a Polish border town, due to water scarcity in the area.

A dangerous infection was not confirmed in a woman hospitalized in the Czech Republic after returning from Uganda. She remains under medical care for observation.
Coalition lawmakers in the Czech Republic are proposing legislation to eliminate the statute of limitations for premeditated murder, aiming to ensure justice for such crimes regardless of when they occurred.

A two-car accident has closed the D5 highway near Heřmanova Huť in the Czech Republic, in the direction of Plzeň. Emergency services are on site, and police are diverting traffic.

A new hygiene decree in the Czech Republic mandates that children's summer camps must wash dishes under running water, leading to increased consumption of drinking water and requiring some camps to arrange water deliveries.

Two people died in a three-car accident on the D52 highway near Pohořelice, Czech Republic, after a driver collided with two stationary cars that had stopped due to wild boars on the road.

Starting August 1st, 238,500 households in the Czech Republic receiving housing, subsistence, and child benefits will transition to a new 'super-benefit,' consolidating previous support programs and increasing payments for many.

A Czech expert from Charles University's Institute of Communication Studies and Journalism highlights in a new study that the Czech Republic does not openly discuss its strategic communication, urging a move from emotional political debate to focusing on concrete impacts.

Graduates and junior professionals in the Czech Republic are finding it increasingly challenging to secure jobs, as companies adapt hiring and compensation rules, partly influenced by artificial intelligence, though mass layoffs due to AI have not yet occurred.

A 700-year-old statue of the Žarošická Madonna, depicting the Queen of Heaven holding baby Jesus, was examined using a CT scanner at a hospital in Brno, Czech Republic.

Police in Kladno, Czech Republic, are searching for 39-year-old Martin Kučera, a drummer for a local band, who was last seen by his mother last week and may be hiding due to financial difficulties.

The Dřevnice river in Zlín, Czech Republic, is experiencing its second-lowest July flow in 40 years, with decreasing water levels and rising temperatures posing a significant threat to fish.

The Czech Republic is expecting an exceptionally hot day, with temperatures potentially reaching 40 degrees Celsius in some areas. Authorities have issued warnings about severe heat stress and the risk of overheating.
Spanish coach Santi Denia has been named the new head coach of the Czech Republic national football team, becoming the first foreigner to hold the position. He signed a two-year contract with an extension option.

South Moravian police have handled 21 stalking cases by June, noting a rise in reported dangerous harassment cases in the Czech Republic and specifically in South Moravia, with approximately 50 percent involving ex-partners and victims typically being women.