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For the first time in nearly a century, European wildcats are breeding again in the Czech Republic's Lusatian Mountains. The recovery shows what's possible when forests heal and hunting pressure eases.
Olympic silver medallists Melissa Humana-Paredes and Brandie Wilkerson finally captured the gold medal they'd been chasing at one of beach volleyball's premier events. Their victory in Ostrava, Czechia completed a three-year medal collection at the tournament they call their favorite.
Archaeologists in the Czech Republic discovered over 1,000 artifacts spanning 3,000 years along a railway construction route. The finds include rare Roman tools, Bronze Age homes, and evidence of ancient metalworking workshops.
Archaeologists in the Czech Republic discovered over 1,000 artifacts spanning 3,000 years while preparing land for a high-speed railway. The finds include a rare Roman-era tool and evidence of ancient metalworking workshops.
Archaeologists in the Czech Republic discovered over 1,000 artifacts spanning 3,000 years while clearing land for a new high-speed railway. The finds include a rare Roman tool that could rewrite our understanding of ancient metalworking.
The Czech Republic just greenlit an $18 billion nuclear power plant using South Korean technology, marking a major shift in how Europe tackles energy security. While other nations struggle with expensive and unstable power, this project promises steady electricity for decades to come.
Construction workers preparing land for a Czech highway discovered a massive 2,200-year-old Celtic settlement filled with gold coins, jewelry, and amber treasures. The 62-acre site reveals a thriving ancient trade center that would have stayed hidden forever without the modern project.
Forget Asia - the world's longest pedestrian suspension bridges are now in Europe. Germany, Hungary, and the Czech Republic have quietly claimed the top spots with record-breaking structures built in just the past few years.
Jakub Dolejs of the Czech Republic claimed the top prize at the European Yo-Yo Championship, wowing crowds in Bratislava with his blend of technical skill and artistic flair. The competition showcased how yo-yoing has evolved into a legitimate competitive sport attracting talented athletes across Europe.
A major Czech supermarket chain just proved robots can solve one of retail's messiest problems: empty shelves that should be full. The AI-powered scanners are now outperforming human inventory checks across 350 stores.
Archaeologists discovered more than 1,000 artifacts spanning 3,000 years along a future railway line in the Czech Republic, including a rare Roman tool that may have helped create armor. The find offers an unprecedented window into ancient Central European life.
A teenage girl escaped Nazi-occupied Czech Republic through an arranged marriage in 1939. What started as a survival strategy turned into a 38-year love story and three children.
High school and university students flooded Prague's streets to defend public broadcasting from budget cuts that could threaten its independence. Their passionate protest shows young people willing to stand up for press freedom in their country.
A fountain in Brno, Czech Republic uses computer-controlled water jets to display the time and date in mid-air using nothing but precisely timed droplets. The installation transforms urban engineering into mesmerizing public art that bridges classical architecture with cutting-edge technology.
David Kratochvil, an 18-year-old vision-impaired swimmer from Czechia, shattered a world record that stood for 33 years and became his country's first Para athlete nominated for the prestigious Laureus Awards. The young champion dominated the 2025 World Championships with four golds, proving that dedication knows no limits.
After a heart-stopping penalty shootout in Prague, the Czech Republic secured their first World Cup berth in 20 years. The dramatic 2-2 draw sent an entire nation into celebration as they punched their ticket to face Mexico, South Africa, and South Korea this summer.
Goalkeeper Matej Kovar became a national hero Thursday night, saving two penalties to send the Czech Republic to their World Cup play-off final after an incredible comeback from 2-0 down. The Czechs will face Denmark on March 31 for a chance at their first World Cup appearance in 20 years.
Three-time Paralympian Sarka Pultar Musilova just crushed the women's W1 indoor archery world record, shooting 586 points at her national championships. The score beats the previous mark by a stunning 19 points, set just weeks earlier.
A homeowner in the Czech Republic discovered he was using a rare Bronze Age spearhead mold as part of his barn foundation. The 3,400-year-old artifact reveals how ancient cultures mass-produced weapons. ##
Ondrej Satoria, an electrician who calls himself "the most famous electrician in the world," threw nearly five scoreless innings against defending champion Japan in his final game for the Czech Republic. Though Japan eventually won 9-0, the Czech team held baseball's best scoreless for seven innings, proving amateurs can compete with professionals.
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