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In Czech Republic, EU-skeptic ex-PM Babis eyes comeback in parliamentary polls
The Czech Republic holds a parliamentary election on October 3 and 4, with the opposition ANO party of former Prime Minister Andrej Babis leading opinion polls ahead of the main centre-right ruling parties. What’s at stake? An ANO-led government...
Owner: Mukesh Ambani
Eurosceptic Babiš on Track for Election Comeback in Czech Republic
The Czech Republic heads to the polls on October 3–4 with billionaire former prime minister Andrej Babiš poised for a return to power, as his sovereignist-Eurosceptic ANO movement commands a double-digit lead over the governing coalition of Petr...
Owner: European Conservative Nonprofit Ltd
CEE Energy Conference to be held in London on October 7
CEE Energy Conference 2025: From Generation to Stability – Accelerating the Energy Transition in CEE is organized by international law firm CMS and is free of charge. It will bring together speakers from CMS offices across the CEE/SEE region and...
Owner: Centre for Promotion of Sustainable Development
7 Prague hotels that will take you a journey through time
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The most astounding thing about Prague may be that it’s still here. Located at the epicenter of the two World Wars in the 20th century, the Czech capital somehow survived intact. This remarkable preservation can be seen on a stroll through the...
Owner: The Walt Disney Company & The National Geographic Society
Offaly man to appear with Irish National Opera at local theatre
BIRR man John Molloy will appear in the Irish National Opera presentation of Smetana’s 'The Bartered Bride' at Birr Theatre & Arts Centre on Saturday November 29th 2025. Irish National Opera (INO) is delighted to continue its 2025-26 season with a...
Owner: Malcolm Denmark
Thousands of Parents Can’t Afford School Lunches: Prague Sees Biggest Increase
Despite modest costs, thousands of Czech parents cannot afford school lunches for their children. Behind this troubling trend lie familiar culprits: marriage breakdowns, job losses, and health problems. Even state-subsidized cafeteria meals remain...
Owner: Non-transparent
Solar Becomes EU’s Largest Energy Source in 2025
Solar Power Dominates Europe’s Energy Mix Solar energy has reached a historic milestone in Europe. According to Eurostat, solar generated 122,317 GWh in the second quarter of 2025, accounting for 19.9% of the EU’s electricity mix. In June 2025,...
Owner: Richard Sellers
How to watch the Czech election like a pro
Babiš has repeatedly said he would like to govern alone — but unless ANO secures more than 40 percent of the seats this scenario remains unlikely. “The best thing for our country in this situation would be a majority single-party government … That...
Owner: Mathias Döpfner & Friede Springer
Ringleader behind Wagner-directed UK arson jailed for 17 years
LONDON (Reuters) -The ringleader of an arson attack on Ukraine-linked businesses in London last year was on Friday jailed for 17 years for what prosecutors described as “a sustained campaign of terrorism and sabotage on UK soil”. Dylan Earl, 21,...
Owner: Wright Family
Supermarket boycott in Czechia isn’t hurting food tycoon Andrej Babiš
Czechia’s ex-leader is on course to win Saturday’s parliamentary election, sparking renewed interest in his agri-food empire from consumers. Andrej Babiš, the former Czech prime minister and 71-year-old leader of the nationalist ANO party, is...
Owner: Van Puijenbroek & Baert Families, Thomas Leysen
Malešice Botanical Garden: history, peace, and nature in Prague’s overlooked district
A hidden oasis in the shadow of industry Malešice botanical garden|Photo: Vít Pohanka, Radio Prague International When Prague locals hear “Malešice,” they often think of the massive waste incineration plant, whose chimney towers over the district...
Owner: Czech Government
ORLEN consolidates fuel transport in Poland and Czech Republic
Acquisitions of ORLEN Unipetrol Doprava and Petrotrans strengthen transport security and expand cross-border capacity.The ORLEN Group has completed a major step in the consolidation of its logistics operations, integrating its Polish and Czech...
Owner: Bruno Boroewitsch
Billionaire populist eyes power in Czech vote but may need help from extremes
Rob CameronPrague Correspondent, Prague ShareSave Andrej Babis has taken inspiration from the US Maga movement, not least his party's red caps saying "Strong Czechia" Czechs go to the polls on Friday and Saturday facing a deteriorating security...
Owner: British Government
Qatar-Czech Republic trade stands at QR577mn in 2024, says chamber executive
The meeting reviewed economic and trade relations between Qatar and the Czech Republic, the business and investment climate in both countries, as well as opportunities for co-operation in the biomedical sector. Qatar Chamber board member Ibtihaj...
Owner: Qatari Government
Government Approves Transfer of Land in Letňany to the City of Prague
The Czech government has cleared the way for one of the largest urban development projects in Prague. Around 120,000 square metres of state-owned land near Letňany underground station are to be transferred to municipal ownership – intended for...
Owner: Martin Muroň
Buyout Bets for $34 Billion Czech Utility Face Election Test
The gains are “essentially a bet on the elections,” said Michal Snobr, an energy analyst and an activist shareholder since the early 2000s. There’s still a risk the deal won’t happen, but a state buyout on reasonable terms would be better for...
Owner: Anthony Melchiorre
Flights from Prague Hit Record Lows Amid New Airline Competition
Airfares from Prague are dropping to levels not seen in years, with some long-haul destinations now cheaper than ever before. The fall in prices comes as international carriers compete for Czech passengers with aggressive discounts, expanded...
Owner: Massimo Parolisi
Analysis of Czech aid to Ukraine dispels myths and confirms benefits
A new cost–benefit study presented in Prague concludes that Czech support for Ukraine has been both morally right and economically advantageous. The analysis by the Prague Security Conference shows that donated weapons came mainly from obsolete...
Owner: Czech Government
Qatar Chamber discusses enhancing cooperation with Brno, Czech Republic
Board Member of Qatar Chamber, Ibtihaj Al Ahmadani, affirmed that Qatari-Czech relations are gaining momentum across various fields, noting that the volume of trade between the two countries reached QR 577 million in 2024, with several Czech...
Owner: Qatari Government