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Ghana’s Embassy in Czech Republic Champions Tourism Drive to Promote Destination Ghana
News Ghana
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July 3, 2025
In a remarkable move to expand Ghana’s tourism footprint into Central Europe, the Ghana Embassy in the Czech Republic, under the leadership of Her Excellency Madam Doris Adzo Denyo Brese, has spearheaded a high-level tourism promotion initiative...
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia is locking horns with the EU over climate targets
Expats.cz
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July 3, 2025
According to the Commission, setting the 2040 target now would help businesses plan for the future, encourage investment in clean technologies, and make Europe more energy secure. The target still needs approval from EU member states and the...
Young Horizons Industry reveals its latest selection
Cineuropa
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03/07/2025 - 24 projects from 16 countries will be presented at Warsaw’s international co-production forum for films and series targeting young audiences Young Horizons Industry has announced the official selection for its ninth edition, set to...
Proposed EU Climate Target Welcomed By Czech Environmentalists, Criticised By Government
Brno Daily
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July 3, 2025
The European Commission yesterday proposed a binding target to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 90% by 2040, compared to 1990 levels, meeting with mixed reactions in the Czech Republic. The sub-target is intended to ensure that the main stated...
The Czech Billionaire, the Union Pact and a Very British Power Play
CounterPunch
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July 3, 2025
The Louth-London Royal Mail, by Charles Cooper Henderson, 1820 This story keeps giving—which is why we keep returning. When a billionaire dubbed the ‘Czech Sphinx’ takes control of Royal Mail—Britain’s storied postal service—it’s both a chance for...
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...
Vietnam and Czech Republic strengthen cultural and tourism cooperation ties
TravelDailyNews Asia-Pacific
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July 2, 2025
Vietnam and Czech Republic deepen bilateral ties through cultural exchange, tourism collaboration, and shared initiatives ahead of their 75th anniversary. On 26th June (local time), in Prague, Czech Republic, as part of a working trip to three...
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...
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...
'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...
Czech news in brief for June 29: Sunday's top headlines
Expats.cz
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June 29, 2025
President Petr Pavel said the next Czech government should set no more than five clear spending priorities, with national security taking precedence. In a CNN Prima News debate, he warned that having too many goals means having none. He cited...
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.
The Impact of NIH Cuts Ripples Beyond U.S. Borders
Cancer Health
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July 9, 2025
Rory De Vries an associate professor of virology in the Netherlands, was lifting weights at the gym when he noticed a WhatsApp message from his research partners at Columbia University, telling him his research funding had been cancelled. The next...
Lupin shares jump 2% after company signs licensing and supply agreement with Zentiva
Business Upturn
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July 9, 2025
Lupin shares rose 2% in morning trade after the company announced a key licensing and supply agreement with Czech-based Zentiva, a.s. The deal involves Lupin’s biosimilar Certolizumab Pegol, aimed at expanding its global footprint in the...
FNE at KVIFF 2025: Winners of KVIFF Eastern Promises
The Film New Europe
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KARLOVY VARY: KVIFF Eastern Promises, the festival's Industry section and film market, has the rewarding mission of bridging the gap between talented filmmakers and their potential co-production partners, festivals and audiences. In addition to...
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...