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EIB to provide $232m to modernise Czech Republic’s rail network
The European Investment Bank (EIB) has agreed to provide the Czech Republic with a loan of Kč5bn ($232m), to support the upgrade of the country’s railway infrastructure. The Czech Ministry of Finance will distribute the funds via the State Fund...
Owner: Michael "Mike" Danson
Katara hosted distinguished performance by Prague Philharmonia
The Culture Village Katara in cooperation with the Czech Embassy in Qatar has organized a performance of selected Central European classical music masterpieces by the String Quartet of Prague Philharmonia. The event was attended by the Czech...
Owner: Qatari Government
Czech news in brief for October 24: Friday's top morning headlines
Prague gathered to remember Dana Drábová, longtime chairwoman of the State Office for Nuclear Safety, who passed away in October. President Petr Pavel praised her courage, integrity, and sharp wit, noting her global reputation in nuclear safety....
Owner: Martin Howlings
Low cost operator @BasicFitNL makes decisive move into franchising with the acquisition of Clever Fit
It now has 2,150 clubs in 12 countries There are plans to rapidly accelerate the expansion of the franchise business A franchise concept under the Basic-Fit brand – which has been in the works for the last year – will also be explored Job...
Owner: Elizabeth Terry
One was born Catholic, another was a West Virginia Protestant — now they’re all making Jewish art
In artist Yona Verwer’s “Immersion VIII,” a nude woman in a fetal position floats in a swirl of water. The image is at once ethereal and surreal, not unlike Verwer’s first mikveh experience, a purification ritual, and central to conversion, the...
Owner: Bernie Bellan
Prague Airport’s 2025/26 winter schedule expands to 127 destinations
Prague Airport’s 2025/26 winter schedule expands to 127 destinations, adding 15 new routes and 12 new carriers with 12% growth. PRAGUE – Václav Havel Airport Prague has unveiled its 2025/2026 winter flight schedule, valid from 26 October 2025 to...
Owner: Theodore Koumelis and Vicky Karantzavelou
Basic-Fit makes a decisive move into franchising with the acquisition of Clever Fit
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Basic-Fit has acquired German franchise, Clever Fit, taking its estate to 2,150 clubs and making it Europe's biggest owner-operator of gyms by number of sites. Clever Fit has 493 clubs and around one million members in seven countries – Germany,...
Owner: Elizabeth J. Terry
One was born Catholic, another was a West Virginia Protestant — now they’re all making Jewish art By Simi Horwitz 5 min read
‘Immersion VIII,’ by Yona Verwer. Image by Yona Verwer By Simi Horwitz October 27, 2025 In artist Yona Verwer’s “Immersion VIII,” a nude woman in a fetal position floats in a swirl of water. The image is at once ethereal and surreal, not unlike...
Owner: Forward Association Inc.
Czech Audiovisual Fund appoints new chief to replace Helena Bezděk Fraňková
The revamped funding body for the audiovisual sector in the Czech Republic has appointed Veronika Slámová, an award-winning film and TV producer and Czech TV exec, as its new head. Slámová, who is currently head of production at public service...
Owner: David Jenkinson
UB40 Coming to Prague in March next year: A Reggae Legend Live at Forum Karlín
The British cult band UB40 is coming to Prague! In mid-March, they will perform their world-famous reggae and pop hits at Forum Karlín. Fans can look forward to an evening full of timeless classics and a charismatic live show. The British reggae...
Owner: Martin Muroň
Azerbaijan joins World Championship in Fire and Rescue Sport in Riyadh
Cairo, October 27, AZERTAC The 20th World Championship among men and the 11th World Championship among Women in fire and rescue sport started Sunday in capital Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The championship brought together more than 300 male and female...
Owner: Azerbaijani Government
Champions League: Matchday four predictions, best bets and odds
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It’s round four from the UEFA Champions League, with 18 matches equally spread across Tuesday and Wednesday. Kick-off times are staggered between 17:45 and the more popular 20:00 BST. You can follow every tackle, goal, and penalty claim on TV and...
Owner: Martin Hájek & Jiří Mareš
Czechia invites travellers to explore its autumn charm and culture
CzechTourism invites travellers to experience Czechia’s autumn beauty, from historic Prague to the vineyards of South Moravia and beyond. CzechTourism highlights the country’s distinctive autumn appeal as it transitions into one of Europe’s most...
Owner: Theodore Koumelis & Vicky Karantzavelou
Highlights and goals of West Ham vs Newcastle in Premier League
Thank you Thank you for watching today's match that starts matchday 10 of the Premier League between West Ham United and Newcastle United. I hope you enjoyed it. Have a Wonderfull evening, see you on another transmission Two of the four goals...
Owner: Javier Robles
Czech Breakthrough in Medicine: H₂ Global Group Receives Regulatory Approval for Hydrogen Clinical Study -- New Era in Alzheimer's Therapy Begins
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PRAGUE, Oct. 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- European innovation leader H₂ Global Group today announced that its subsidiary H₂ Medical Technologies has received official approval from The State Institute for Drug Control (SÚKL) to initiate a clinical...
Owner: Richard Dean
Katy Perry confirms new relationship status as Justin Trudeau’s Halloween costume sparks buzz
A fan video showed Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau attending Katy Perry’s concert in Montreal. (Video credit: @ridmi/TMX) NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Katy Perry and Justin Trudeau's new romance is continuing to heat up as...
Owner: Stephen Freidheim
New music this week (part 2): Songs from Baby Lasagna, Zoë Më, Dons and more
Although we’re officially into the Eurovision 2026 season, it will still be some time before we hear any national final and Eurovision songs. Thankfully, the music will always continue and a number of Eurovision artists are still producing new...
Owner: William Lee Adams
New music this week (part 1): Songs from Eleni Foureira, Jerry Heil, MIKOLAS and more
Although we’re officially into the Eurovision 2026 season, it will still be some time before we hear any national final and Eurovision songs. Thankfully, the music will always continue and a number of Eurovision artists are still producing new...
Owner: William Lee Adams
'You're with the best anglers in the world': Alberta angler on Fly Fishing Canada’s women’s team
“People think fishing is a bit of a single sport. It's not a team thing … [but] I was like, 'I want to meet other women, kickass women who fish.'" CANMORE — Wading into the cool October waters of the Bow River, Canmore fly fisher Marie-Lou Néron...
Owner: Madison Venture Corp & Duff Jamison
These Are The Top 4 European Destinations For Christmas Markets According To Experts
The great thing about adulting is you can be a little naughty and celebrate Christmas on your own terms. What better way to do just that than to venture off to Europe? Renowned for vibrant Christmas markets taking over timeless plazas with holiday...
Owner: Kashlee Kucheran & Trevor Kucheran