An Open Prison for Women is Being Built Near Prague. The First in the Czech Republic
A new open prison for women is being established near Prague, marking a significant development in the Czech Republic's prison system.
Power as vocation, politics as art: Cirino Pomicino, 'viceroy' of the First Republic
Cirino Pomicino, a prominent political figure of Italy's First Republic, passed away at 86, having played a vital role in the Christian Democratic Party for decades.
Gasoline in the Czech Republic is again over 40 crowns after almost two years
Gasoline prices in the Czech Republic have risen above 40 crowns per liter for the first time in nearly two years.
Cigar and Folklore. But He Was a True Politician and Absolute Leader
The article discusses the political impact of Umberto Bossi and the Lega Nord in Italy, highlighting their challenge to traditional political norms and representation of Northern discontent.
From Singer to Government Man: The Extraordinary Life of the Northerner Who Seized the Collapse of the First Republic
Umberto Bossi, a pivotal figure in Italian politics, passed away at the age of 84, leaving a significant impact on the political landscape of Northern Italy.
First Republic politician Adelakun’s son joins Oyo gov race
Kunle Busari, son of late politician Busari Adelakun, announces his candidacy for the Oyo State governorship race in 2027 under the All Progressives Congress (APC).
Swedish Foreign Minister: A Swedish Citizen Has Been Executed in Iran
The Swedish Foreign Minister confirmed that Iran executed a Swedish citizen, marking the first such execution since the onset of the Islamic Republic's conflict with Israel and the United States.
Ex-Belgian diplomat faces trial over Lumumba assassination
Former Belgian diplomat Etienne Davignon is set to stand trial for his alleged role in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, over sixty years ago.
Belgian aristocrat to be tried for the murder of Congo's first prime minister
A Belgian aristocrat, who served as a diplomat and European commissioner, is set to face trial for his alleged involvement in the assassination of Patrice Lumumba, the first prime minister of the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Trial of 93-Year-Old Diplomat Over the Murder of Patrice Lumumba
A 93-year-old diplomat is on trial for his alleged involvement in the murder of Patrice Lumumba, the first Prime Minister of the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
First they come for the scientists. As a historian, I know what follows next
Historian Marci Shore discusses the implications of attacks on science and scientific institutions by political figures, particularly in the context of Central and Eastern Europe.
Central African Republic: French FM Says Bilateral Relations With Central African Republic Back On Track
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot announced the restoration of diplomatic relations with the Central African Republic during his first official visit in seven years.
Mariano Navone celebrated in Cap Cana: the different flavor of his first title on hard courts
Mariano Navone wins his first hard court title at a Challenger tournament in Cap Cana, Dominican Republic, after a challenging start to the 2026 season.
What time does the Dominican Republic play against the United States today in Miami: how to watch the World Baseball Classic live
The Dominican Republic faces the United States in a semifinal match of the 2026 World Baseball Classic in Miami, aiming to reach the finals for the first time since 2013.
In Ostrava, law could be studied for the first time. The plan is also liked by Babiš.
A new initiative proposes the establishment of law studies in Ostrava, gaining support from political figures including Babiš.
France renews ties with CAR in first Ministerial visit in eight years
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot visited the Central African Republic (CAR), marking the first high-level visit in eight years and signaling a restoration of relations between France and CAR amidst increasing Russian influence in the region.
Korea Baseball Team Advances to Quarterfinals for the First Time in 17 Years, Loses to Dominican Republic in 7-inning Cold Game
The South Korean baseball team faced a heavy defeat against the Dominican Republic, losing 0-10 in a cold game during the 2026 World Baseball Classic quarterfinals, marking the end of their journey after reaching the quarterfinals for the first time in 17 years.
Biathlete Edlingerová wins sensational gold. Bubeníčková was third, then came the devastating news
Carina Edlingerová won the first gold for the Czech Republic at the Winter Paralympics since 2002, while fellow visually impaired athlete Simona Bubeníčková finished fourth after a time adjustment.
French Foreign Minister visits Central African Republic after 7 years of absence
French Foreign Minister Jean-Yves Le Drian arrives in Bangui, marking the first visit of a senior French official in seven years to rekindle diplomatic ties with the Central African Republic.
A ceremonial dinner for the Czech first couple at the Presidential Palace: elegant esteemed guests gathered
The Czech President Petr Pavel and First Lady Eva Pavlova are visiting Lithuania at the invitation of President Gitanas Nausėda from March 12 to 13, 2023, where they were awarded the Vytautas the Great Order.
WBC: Japan's Quarterfinal Opponent Decided to be Venezuela - First Matchup in Six Tournaments
Japan's baseball team will face Venezuela in the quarterfinals of the World Baseball Classic for the first time in history.
Former Latvian Ambassador to Czech Republic: President Pavel's Visit to Latvia Confirms Close Ties Between Both Countries
The visit of Czech President Pavel to Latvia marks his first official trip to the country in over 16 years, reflecting the strong ties between the nations.
Sensation at the start, Kladno won at Sparta. Brno, Třinec, and Vary have their first victory
Kladno defeated the favored Prague Sparta 2-1 in overtime in the opening game of the playoff series in Czech ice hockey, while Brno, Třinec, and Vary also secured their first victories in the playoff.
Extreme alternation: A girl started first grade in both the Czech Republic and Slovakia
A girl uniquely started first grade in both the Czech Republic and Slovakia, highlighting unique educational circumstances.
How the groups of the 2026 World Baseball Classic are progressing and who the best offenses are after the first matches
The article discusses the progress of group stages in the 2026 World Baseball Classic and highlights the top-performing teams based on offensive statistics.
Man from Týn first threatened a woman, then turned a slaughter pistol against himself. He died in the hospital
A man died in the hospital after threatening a woman and subsequently attempting suicide with a firearm in Týn, Czech Republic.
N. Christodoulides: The Republic of Cyprus is in no way involved in any military operation
Cyprus President N. Christodoulides emphasized the country's non-involvement in military operations amid rising regional tensions during his address at the first meeting of the Unified Cultural Doctrine of Cyprus-Greece.
Taiwanese fans fill 40,000 seats at Tokyo Dome... Taiwan beats Czech Republic for first win in WBC
Taiwanese fans filled the Tokyo Dome to support their national baseball team, which secured its first win in the World Baseball Classic against the Czech Republic.
The first children's ombudsman will be guardianship judge Martin Beneš
The article announces that Martin Beneš has been appointed as the first children's ombudsman in the Czech Republic.
Czech Republic has a new star in the NHL. In the seventh game of his career, he scored his first goal
Twenty-two-year-old Czech hockey player Jaroslav Chmelař scored his first NHL goal for the NY Rangers in his seventh career game, contributing to a 6-2 victory over Toronto.
Justice After 20 Years? There is a Verdict in the Case of the First Financial Scandal of the Third Polish Republic
Two members of the management boards of WGI Dom Maklerski S.A. and WGI Consulting sp. z o.o. were sentenced to five years in prison for their roles in a fraudulent investment scheme.
Korea wins decisively against Czech Republic with Moon Bo-kyung's grand slam and Witcomb's back-to-back homers
Korea achieved a solid victory over the Czech Republic in their opening match of the 2026 WBC, overcoming previous first-game losses in the tournament.
Indráčková is Golden. It Ends a Long Czech Wait
Anežka Indráčková has won the gold medal in ski jumping at the junior world championships in Lillehammer, marking the first medal for the Czech Republic in this sport since 2019.
Lovers of Two Wheels Head to Brno. Among Them Will Be the First Lady
A notable event focused on motorcycling enthusiasts is set to take place in Brno, Czech Republic, with prominent attendees including the First Lady.
Alistair Docherty fulfilled the wish of his life at the Republic Open: he was finally champion, cheered by the audience and ended in tears
American golfer Alistair Docherty won the 119th VISA Open of Argentina, marking his first victory on the Korn Ferry Tour and securing a spot in the upcoming 154th Open.
It’s not a reversal, reflects Kubal on the invitation of SPD leader Okamura after years of discussion preparation with Moravec
Czech Television's invitation to Tomio Okamura for a debate marks his first appearance in over eight years, with the decision described not as a reversal but a result of careful consideration.
Spicy Lineup on Moravec. Critics Have Achieved Their Goal: Okamura Will Attend the Sunday Debate
Tomio Okamura will make an appearance on the long-running Czech debate show 'Otázky Václava Moravce' for the first time in over a decade after critics' persistent pressure.
Bird Shuffle at Feeders. The Order of the Most Common Winter Visitors Has Changed for the First Time
A recent birdwatching event in the Czech Republic revealed surprising shifts in the rankings of winter bird visitors at feeders, with the blackbird achieving its highest-ever position.
The congress in Ciudad Real of wandering anti-vaxxers from the Republic of Menda Lerenda: with 'VIP' guests and a Manchego cocktail for 40 euros
The first congress addressing Vaccine Damage: Autism and Rare Diseases is set to take place in Ciudad Real, despite opposition from health authorities due to its promotion of unscientific information.
The youngest spa complex in the Czech Republic is Sanatorium Pálava. It will welcome its first patients this summer
Sanatorium Pálava, the youngest spa complex in the Czech Republic, is set to open this summer and start welcoming its first patients.
Jędrzej Bielecki: For the first time in the history of the Third Republic of Poland, the Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed such caution towards the alliance with the USA
Poland's Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski has expressed unprecedented caution regarding the country's alliance with the United States during his tenth presentation of Poland's foreign policy guidelines in parliament.
Czech President Petr Pavel will visit Lithuania
Czech President Petr Pavel is set to visit Lithuania, accompanied by the First Lady Eva Pavlova, with further program details to be announced closer to the date of the visit.
Who is Gianna Pratesi, the centenarian who voted in 1946?
Gianna Pratesi, a 105-year-old centenarian, celebrated her historic role in Italy's first women's vote during the inauguration of the Sanremo Festival.
PARTY COMPLETE! ⟩ First guests leave the Estonia Concert Hall
The Republic of Estonia celebrated its 108th anniversary with a presidential reception and concert at the Estonia Concert Hall in Tallinn.
Sirje Karis wears Anu Lensmendi's creation at the reception
Estonian First Lady Sirje Karis wore a creation by designer Anu Lensment during the Republic Day reception, crafted using historical techniques in collaboration with local artists.
River levels are rising in parts of the country; first flood alert in ten locations
The first flood alert has been issued for approximately ten locations across the Czech Republic as river levels rise amid ongoing weather conditions.
Water Levels Rising in Eastern Czech Republic, Rivers Report First Flood Stages
Water levels in Eastern Czech Republic are rising, and rivers are starting to report reaching initial flood stages.
Rain and thaw raise river levels. The first flood alert is in effect in seven places
Heavy rain and melting snow have raised river levels in seven locations across the Czech Republic, prompting the first level of flood alerts as of this morning.
Due to the weather, the first-ever Boeing 777 with passengers landed in Brno
The first-ever Boeing 777 carrying passengers landed in Brno, Czech Republic, due to adverse weather conditions.
Unconventional Star. The First Republic Pleasure-Seeker and Entrepreneur Hugo Haas Succeeded in America
The article commemorates the 125th anniversary of actor Hugo Haas, highlighting his unique contributions and struggles in Czech cinema and his successful career in America.