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How close is the EU to quitting Russian energy?
EurActiv
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July 3, 2025
Halfway into the third year of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, the EU has yet to cut the flow of fossil fuel cash to Moscow, casting doubts on its promise to end its addiction to Russian energy by 2027. Despite 17 sanction packages and repeated vows...
Air Arabia launches daily flights to Prague from December 20, 2025
Aviation24.be
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July 2, 2025
Air Arabia has announced a new daily non-stop service between Sharjah and Prague, starting December 20, 2025, marking its latest expansion into Europe. The route will operate with two alternating schedules throughout the week, connecting Sharjah...
Industry minister nominee vows utmost effort to support exports amid trade uncertainties
Korea JoungAng Daily
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June 30, 2025
Published: 30 Jun. 2025, 18:31 Industry minister nominee Kim Jung-kwan heads to his office for parliamentary confirmation hearing preparations in southern Seoul on June 30. [YONHAP] Industry minister nominee Kim Jung-kwan said Monday he will put...
Unique Celtic settlement discovered near Hradec Králové
Radio Prague International
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July 8, 2025
The discovery of the Celtic settlement was made nearly a year ago, but it was only made public last week. According to archaeologists, the site dates back more than 2,000 years, to the La Tène period, when the Celts, specifically the Boii tribe,...
Jasmine Paolini fires tennis coach after second-round Wimbledon exit
United Press International (UPI)
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July 8 (UPI) -- Jasmine Paolini fired coach Marc Lopez after her second-round exit at Wimbledon 2025, the Italian tennis star announced on Instagram. "We had some great results together, especially in Rome and Paris, and I will always remember...
Bidad Director Soheil Beiraghi on Giving Voice to Gen Z Iranian Woman
Recently Heard
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July 8, 2025
Outcry. That’s the English-language title of Soheil Beiraghi’s fourth characteristic, Bidad, which has been making waves even earlier than world premiering on the 59th version of the Karlovy Range Worldwide Movie Competition (KVIFF) on Wednesday....
Weekend Report: Betfair exits New Zealand, GamCare ends young people initiative
iGB
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July 7, 2025
This edition of the Weekend Report features Betfair, GamCare, Evolution, Luckbet and Betano. Welcome to the Weekend Report, where iGB looks at the news that you may have missed across the last few days. This week: Betfair confirms New Zealand...
Event calendar July 8-15
The Mountain Mail - Colorado
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Tues., July 8: Buena Vista: 7 p.m. – Bingo Night at the Eddyline Brewery Taproom, 102 Linderman Ave. Salida: 8 a.m. – Chaffee Walks hosts a walk and talk starting at the Monarch Spur Trail in the parking lot by Safeway. All levels are welcome. 5-6...
Michael Douglas ‘has no intention’ of acting again after six-decade career
The Independent
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July 8, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
'I visited Europe's cheapest city that rivals Prague and beers cost 75 cents'
Irish Star
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July 2, 2025
A European city rivaling Prague is brimming with history and culture, offering everything from parks to a lively nightlife scene, ensuring there's never a dull moment for tourists with endless activities. A trip to this city won't disappoint,...
New Prague halts police station project after city failed to hold public hearing beforehand
Mankato Free Press - Minnesota
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NEW PRAGUE — The city of New Prague recently hired a contractor to build a nearly $10.8 million police station, banking on a tax hike to cover the cost. But city officials skipped a crucial step: the required public hearing. And by the time they...
Strabag wins $423m contracts to upgrade Czech railway infrastructure
Railway Technology
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July 1, 2025
Strabag Rail, a subsidiary of Strabag Group, has secured two contracts worth around €360m ($422.7m), co-funded by the European Union (EU), aimed at enhancing railway infrastructure in the Czech Republic. These projects are designed to improve...
Price Czech: Why your burger is getting more expensive
Expats.cz
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July 2, 2025
The price increases, while gradual, are transforming how people interact with fast food. Consumers are increasingly cautious, reaching for bundled menus, discount apps, and loyalty coupons to soften the financial blow, Seznam reports.
Energy veteran tapped as minister, Doosan’s green ventures expected to benefit
Asia Today
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With Doosan Enerbility CEO Kim Jung-kwan nominated as the next Minister of Trade, Industry and Energy, Doosan Group’s clean energy ventures are poised to play a central role in the new administration’s energy policy. The group has been...
Bosso star eyeing Czech Republic breakthrough
Bulawayo 24 News
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July 2, 2025
News / National by Staff reporter 6 hrs ago | Views Highlanders midfield sensation Mason Mushore is on the brink of a major breakthrough in his football career, with trials scheduled in the Czech Republic as he eyes a move to European football....
Air Arabia to launch daily flights to Prague
Gulf News
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The addition of Prague further strengthens the airline’s European network and unlocks exciting travel options to explore the beauty of Europe, in addition to Vienna, Athens, Krakow, Warsaw (Chopin and Modlin), Milan Bergamo. Air Arabia continues...
A Demon, Peruvian Time Travel and the “Czechoslovak Tom Jones”: Eight Offbeat Films in Karlovy Vary
The Hollywood Reporter - California
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July 2, 2025
The 59th edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF), which kicks off in the Czech spa town on Friday, is once again offering up a mix of world premieres and hidden gems to discover, as well as highlights from the festival...
Georgian Restaurateur in Czech Republic Linked to Alleged Russian Underworld Figures and a Kremlin-Backed Foundation
OCCRP
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July 2, 2025
The Pirosmani restaurant in the Czech city of Karlovy Vary serves Georgian food in a cozy setting, with only four tables clustered around a fireplace. The walls are plastered with pictures of the proprietor, Asmat Shanava, posing with public...
Innogy acquires E.ON’s CNG station network in Czechia
CEENERGYNEWS
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July 2, 2025
The Czech subsidiary of Hungarian energy company MVM, innogy, has acquired 32 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) filling stations from its competitor E.ON, MVM announced today. Following the completion of the transaction, the company’s network expanded...
EU proposes 2040 climate target, despite reservations from Czechia and other countries
Radio Prague International
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July 2, 2025
The European Commission on Wednesday proposed a binding climate target for 2040 of reducing carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions by 90% compared with 1990. This was announced by European Commission Vice-President Teresa Ribera, despite reservations from...