Balíkovna Loses Leaders, Returns to State Control ↗
Front page leadThe package delivery service Balíkovna, intended to save Czech Post, has lost its leadership and is reverting to state control, indicating a failure in its privatization efforts.
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Global Elite's Roman Holiday ↗
An exploration of how the global elite experiences Rome, with a focus on exclusive access and unique travel experiences facilitated by a tourism guru.
Nephew's Suicide and Sister's Secrecy ↗
A psychological case study delves into a family tragedy where a nephew took his own life, and the sister withholds details surrounding his death.
Martin Kuba Seizes Opportunity in Local Politics ↗
An opinion piece suggests that the ambitious regional governor Martin Kuba has successfully leveraged an opportunity to improve his public image.
Facebook 'Testers' Probe Marital Fidelity ↗
This story examines the rise of 'testers' on social media platforms like Facebook who are hired to test the fidelity of spouses, fiancés, and partners.
No More Apartments in Špindlerův Mlýn, But Wealthy Do as They Please ↗
Part of a series on pre-election Czechia, this article discusses local resistance to further development in Špindlerův Mlýn, highlighting the influence of wealthy individuals.
South Bohemian Power Struggle: Kuba vs. Revived ODS ↗
This article details a political power struggle in South Bohemia between Martin Kuba and a revitalized ODS party led by a former manager of the Madeta dairy company.
Pirates, Čižinský, Mayors, Láska... Liberal Prague Will Be Crowded ↗
Examining the political landscape of liberal Prague, this piece anticipates a crowded field of candidates from various parties including Pirates, Mayors, and others.
Should the Wealthy Live in Municipal Apartments? ↗
The sixth part of the 'Pre-election Czechia' series, this story tackles the controversial issue of wealthy individuals occupying municipal housing, using the case of Babiš's associate Tünde Bartha.
It Just Spins and Is Utterly Pointless ↗
The fifth installment of 'Pre-election Czechia' addresses the contentious debate over building wind turbines, impacting rural Czechia and Moravia.
We'll Take His Young People and Families. Former ANO Members, Led by Vondrák… ↗
Former members of the ANO movement, including Vondrák, have publicly challenged Andrej Babiš, aiming to attract younger voters and families.
'I Give It a Few Years, Then I'll Close It.' The Village Pub Struggles to… ↗
This article reflects on the declining state of traditional village pubs in Czechia, once central to community life, and their struggle for survival.
Worst on Mostecko May Be Over, Region Seeks Cure for Unemployment ↗
The article discusses the economic situation in the Mostecko region, suggesting that the worst is over and the region is now focusing on addressing growing unemployment following mining activities.
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