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The Czech news front page features stories on domestic politics, including a parliamentary debate on budget amendments and the government's highway construction priorities. It also covers a legal case concerning a murder in Chrudim and a business update on the Karlovy Vary Hotel Thermal's…

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Dolly Parton, American Country Music Icon, Dies at 80 ↗

Dolly Parton, the legendary American singer, songwriter, actress, and philanthropist, has passed away at the age of 80. She was a celebrated figure in country music and a significant force in philanthropy and female empowerment in music.

Face Recognition Discussed for Stadium Security ↗

Football clubs may implement face recognition systems to identify and ban fans with entry prohibitions starting next autumn. Discussions also cover stricter rules on face coverings, pyrotechnics, and pitch invasions.

Over 200 Migrants Rescued Off Crete ↗

The coast guard rescued over two hundred migrants from three boats off the southern coast of Crete early this morning. This follows the rescue of eighty migrants the previous day.

New Arrest in Swedish School Sword Attack ↗

Another man has been arrested in connection with the sword attack on students at a secondary school in Fagersta, Sweden. He is suspected of aiding the 18-year-old attacker in the murder.

Trial Begins for Man Accused of Murder in Chrudim ↗

The main hearing has started at the regional court in Pardubice for a man accused of a murder that occurred on February 10 in Chrudim. The hearing is closed to the public due to the defendant's young age at the time of the crime.

Hotel Thermal Sees Profit Increase and Record Revenue ↗

The Karlovy Vary Hotel Thermal reported an increase in its net profit for the past year, reaching 39.75 million CZK, up from 30.7 million CZK the previous year. The state-owned hotel also achieved record revenues of 363 million CZK.

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