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Prague bans night-time pub crawls in bid to attract ‘more cultured, wealthier’ tourists

Prague city councillors have banned night-time pub crawls organised by travel agencies because the city wanted to target “more cultured” tourists. The Czech capital of 1.3 million people has for…

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Floods claim more lives as torrential rain pounds central Europe

The death toll from flooding in central Europe rose to eight on Sunday as thousands of people were evacuated from their homes in the Czech Republic following days of torrential…

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Photo Story: Greenpeace protest in Prague

A woman walks by as a giant inflated 'Ghost Octopus' is placed by activists of the environment protectioon organization 'Greenpeace' in front of the Czech Ministry of Industry and Trade…

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EU leaders squabble over energy crunch response

PRAGUE, Oct 7 (Reuters) - Divisions between European Union leaders over capping gas prices and national rescue packages resurfaced on Friday as they met at Prague Castle to discuss how…

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UK’s attendance at Prague summit ‘not about moving closer to Europe’- PM Truss

This is not about moving closer to Europe. This is about working with Europe on issues that we both face. And we both face rising energy costs," Truss said in…

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UPDATED: Europe’s new 44-nation club underlines Russia’s isolation

PRAGUE, Oct 6 (Reuters) - Leaders of the European Union and neighbours from Britain to Turkey met on Thursday to discuss security and energy emergencies plaguing them all since Russia's…

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Truss says to urge unity on energy security, migration at European summit-The Times

Oct 6 (Reuters) - The British government will urge unity over energy security and migration at the first European Political Community (EPC) summit on Thursday, British Prime Minister Liz Truss…

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Tens of thousands protest in Prague against Czech government, EU and NATO

PRAGUE (Reuters) - An estimated 70,000 people protested in Prague against the Czech government on Saturday, calling on the ruling coalition to do more to control soaring energy prices and…

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Photo Story: Foundation of Charles Bridge in Prague commemorated

An actor dressed as King Charles IV (C-R) walks as history enthusiasts take part in the celebrations of the 665th anniversary of the foundation of the medieval Charles Bridge, at…

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Protest in Prague against pandemic restrictions

Warsaw (dpa) - Hundreds of demonstrators gathered at Prague's Old Town Square on Sunday afternoon to protest against the government restrictions to contain the coronavirus, which were recently extended. According to police estimates,…

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Prague club virus outbreak spreads to 98 people

An outbreak of coronavirus in a Czech music club has grown to 98 positive cases, including footballers from several Prague clubs, public health officials said on Thursday. The outbreak was…

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Photo Story: The re-opening of Prague’s State Opera after reconstruction

Guests wait for begin of a gala concert for re-opening of the State Opera after reconstruction in Prague, Czech Republic, on Sunday 05 January 2020. The State Opera re-opened 05…

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EPA’s Eye in the Sky: Prague, Czech Republic

A general view of the illuminated Old Town Square with a Christmas tree at the Christmas market in Prague, Czech Republic. Christmas markets, traditionally selling mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, hot…

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Photo Story: The Christmas market in Prague

Scenes from the Christmas market at Old Town Square in Prague, Czech Republic. Christmas markets, traditionally selling mulled wine, roasted chestnuts, hot mead, chimney cakes and Christmas tree decorations and…

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Photo Story: Commemorating the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution in Prague

First Czechoslovak president Vaclav Havel is displayed on light mapping during a ceremony marking 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution at the National Museum in Prague, Czech Republic, 17 November…

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Czech anti-government protesters mark anniversary of Velvet Revolution

At least 200,000 people have protested against the Czech government in the capital, Prague on the 30th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution. Demonstrators are calling for Prime Minister Andrej Babis…

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Photo Story: High-wheel bicyclists gather for Prague Mile race

Participants wearing historical dresses ride on high-wheels during the traditional 'Prague Mile' race, in Prague, Czech Republic, 02 November 2019. The Czech high-wheel bicycles club was founded in 1880 and…

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30th anniversary of East German exodus into West German embassy in Prague remembered

A license plate of East Germany (DDR or GDR) is placed on East Germany-made Trabant car before ceremony at the German embassy during 30th anniversary of East Germans exodus in…

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V4 and Western Balkan partners meeting in Prague

Leaders of the Visegrad Group (V4) and Western Balkan partners pose for photographers during the summit on Thursday in Prague, Czech Republic. (Back row, L-R) North Macedonia Prime Minister Zoran…

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Photo Story – Tattoo Festival Prague

A tattoo artist works on a client's shoulder during the 21st International Tattoo Convention in Prague, Czech Republic, 22 June 2019. About 85 tattoo studios from all over the world…

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Czech police recommend charges against Prime Minister

Police in the Czech Republic have recommended that charges be filed against Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and several others in a case involving the alleged misuse of EU funds. A…

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