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Czech government to decide on Leopard 2A8 tank purchase worth CZK 34 billion
Radio Prague International
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August 30, 2025
The government is set to discuss the purchase of Leopard 2A8 tanks on Wednesday. Cabinet approval is necessary before the contract can be signed. In the first phase, Czechia plans to acquire 44 command and combat tanks. The Ministry of Defence...
EU ministers split over Gaza in Copenhagen meeting
SRN News
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August 30, 2025
Audio By Carbonatix By Andrew Gray COPENHAGEN (Reuters) -European Union foreign ministers on Saturday were deeply split over the war in Gaza, with some calling for the EU to apply strong economic pressure on Israel while others made clear they...
Inside Donald Trump’s Family: A look at the US President’s personal life
Business Upturn
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August 30, 2025
Donald Trump, the 47th President of the United States, is a polarizing figure whose professional and personal life consistently draws global attention. Beyond the headlines of his political and business endeavors, Trump’s family life offers a...
Hundreds of Harley-Davidson motorcycles ride through Prague on Saturday with President Pavel joining
Radio Prague International
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August 30, 2025
Hundreds of Harley-Davidson motorcycles crossed Prague on Saturday, joined by President Petr Pavel and his wife Eva. The annual ride is part of the Prague Harley Days festival, now in its 13th year. Organizers expect up to 20,000 visitors at the...
Unknown Manuscripts of “Good Soldier Švejk” Discovered in Prague Archives
Prague Morning
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August 30, 2025
A remarkable discovery has come to light in Prague: previously unknown manuscripts of Jaroslav Hašek’s novel “The Good Soldier Švejk” have been uncovered in the archives of the Museum of Czech Literature. The find includes sections of the novel...
Newcastle United official announcement – Garang Kuol sold to Sparta Prague
The Mag
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August 30, 2025
Garang Kuol has been sold to Sparta Prague. A Newcastle United official announcement on Friday night revealing the news. The club quoting the usual ‘undisclosed transfer fee’ as Garang Kuol moves to Sparta Prague. The Australia international...
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TechRadar
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August 30, 2025
Opposition against the controversial child sexual abuse (CSAM) scanning bill is growing ahead of a crucial meeting on September 12 The Danish version of the so-called Chat Control bill could be adopted as early as October 2025 if an agreement is...
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Czech GDP improved to 2.6% in Q2 after refinement
BNE Intellinews
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Czech gross domestic product increased by 2.6% year-on-year (chart) and by 0.5% quarter-on-quarter in the second quarter of this year following the release of the refined figures by the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO). “The y/y growth of GDP was...
10 European countries where international students can work while studying in 2025
Business Day
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August 30, 2025
For many international students, Europe remains one of the most attractive destinations for higher education, cultural exchange, and part-time work. Earnings from student jobs often help cover living expenses while offering valuable work...
New Taipei Mayor Hou leads delegation on European visit
Focus Taiwan
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August 30, 2025
Taipei, Aug. 30 (CNA) New Taipei Mayor Hou Yu-ih (侯友宜) on Saturday led a delegation of city officials on a European visit, which will focus on learning European good practices in health services and urban planning. In a brief statement, Hou told...
How ILG has become a leading international fulfillment and delivery specialist
Transportation & Logistics International
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August 30, 2025
ILG (International Logistics Group) is a market-leading third-party logistics company specializing in high-quality order fulfillment and delivery services. Setting itself apart with its high level of customer service, the business promises to...
A monument dedicated to the Czechoslovak heroes of World War I will be installed in Chisinau
IPN
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August 30, 2025
The National Museum of History of Moldova, the Embassy of the Republic of Lithuania in Moldova and the Hanns Seidel Foundation are holding the international walking tour “Peloton of Memory”, in the context of the European Day of Commemoration of...
International organist in concert at North Platte Friday
North Platte Telegraph - Nebraska
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August 28, 2025
Florence Jowers, a revered music professor and choir director from North Carolina, will be in concert at Episcopal Church of Our Savior, 203 W. Fourth St., North Platte, at 7 p.m. on Friday. Featured is the nine-rank, two-manual Snyder-Neumann...
Tibor Varga International Violin Competition Announces Three Finalists
The Violin Channel
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August 29, 2025
The Tibor Varga International Violin Competition in Sion, Switzerland, is currently underway. Open to young violinists aged between 17 and 30, the entire competition is being streamed LIVE on The Violin Channel. Tune in on August 30 at 1:30 (EST)...
BAE Systems Hägglunds rolls out Czech Army’s first CV90 IFV
Army Technology
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August 29, 2025
BAE Systems Hägglunds in Sweden has rolled out the first CV9030 MkIV infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) destined for the Czech Republic’s Army. In May 2023, the Czech Republic awarded a $2.2bn contract to BAE Systems to acquire 246 CV90s in seven...
Czech Foreign Ministry: NGOs play an indispensable role in every country - we urge the Georgian government to halt investigations and release the frozen financial resources
Inter Press News
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We stand with Georgian civil society and urge the Georgian government to halt investigations and release the frozen financial resources, - the Czech Foreign Ministry says in a statement. “NGOs play an indispensable role in every country -...
Czech drivers and roads among the best in the world, says new index
Expats.cz
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August 29, 2025
The study evaluated nations on key safety factors: road deaths per 100,000 inhabitants, legal blood alcohol limits, average speed limits, road quality, and overall traffic efficiency. Combining these elements produced a composite safety score out...
Czech your humour: how satire earned the ire of Senzo Mchunu
IOL
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August 29, 2025
Satire has always been the backbone of South African comedy, where we roll on the floor laughing at jokes that poke fun at politicians. Elected government officials and even presidents have always been fair game and a staple for comedians, but...
Peruvian ministers discuss Gripen acquisition on official visit to Sweden
FlightGlobal
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Senior government officials from Peru discussed the possibility of acquiring the latest Gripen E/F fighter jets from Swedish manufacturer Saab during an official visit to Stockholm. The 27 August meeting at Sweden’s Karlberg Palace included the...
2026 Olympics: Team Czechia Roster Predictions and Key Players
BVM Sports
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August 29, 2025
Team Czechia is preparing for the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics with a projected roster of 25 players, including 22 skaters and three goaltenders, to be finalized by December 31, 2025. The team, eager for international competition after missing the...