IOC unclear about Obama Sep 26, 2009
Ivan Tretiakov of Russia was second, followed by Michal Brezina of the Czech Republic. American Ryan Bradley was fourth. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
BASEBALL AMERICALed by Rangers prospect Justin Smoak, Team USA's had a fine showing at baseball's World Cup. Sep 26, 2009
The 2009 World Cup has spanned seven nations -- they played first-round games in baseball hotbeds such as Croatia, the Czech Republic and Sweden -- and nearly three weeks. It's not quite the soccer World Cup, and it's not even the World Baseball Classic, but it is a 22-nation event that has involved 100 players from major league organizations, not to mention Cuba's top-level national team. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- MLB)
Dvorak helps Panthers beat Stars Sep 25, 2009
Dvorak, who missed Florida's first six preseason games because of family matters in the Czech Republic, scored a short-handed goal to give Florida a 3-1 lead at 9:38 of the third period. He skated in on a 2-on-1 and beat Turco with a deke to the backhand. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Boston Fashion Week show will spotlight five local designers Sep 24, 2009
How do you think growing up in the Czech Republic influenced the way that you look at fashion. Fashion was something that I always wanted to do, but when I was back home I never really thought I d be able to do it. (Boston Globe)
Airline tickets to raise cash for UN health effort Sep 23, 2009
Also, taxpayers paid more than $20,000 so the governor and three state officials could fly a seven-passenger charter jet earlier this year when traveling from Poland to the Czech Republic, Germany and Switzerland, according to the records. MINNEAPOLIS -- Travelers will soon have the chance to donate $2 or more to help fight AIDS in developing countries when they buy an airline ticket. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Socceroos hit all-time high in world rankings Jul 2, 2009
Amazingly, Australia is ranked higher than a raft of prominent football nations, including the Czech Republic, Ivory Coast, Sweden and Mexico. But most incredible is that Australia ranks higher than Cristiano Ronaldo's Portugal - albeit by just one spot. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
'Hundreds' going abroad for IVF Jun 30, 2009
They were in Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Slovenia, Spain and Switzerland ... Spain and the Czech Republic were the most common destinations for British patients which the researchers said was probably due to easier access to egg donation. (BBC News -- Health)
Federer still king of cool Jun 30, 2009
Lleyton Hewitt, the 2002 champion, takes on Czech Radek Stepanek while two-time runner-up Andy Roddick meets Tomas Berdych of the Czech Republic. Hewitt was the only Australian man in the main draw. (iAfrica.com)
EU marks fall of iron curtain Jun 28, 2009
The Slovenian and the Swiss presidents, the prime ministers of the Czech Republic and Latvia and a delegation of the US Congress also joined the commemorations, which started with the hoisting of the national flag in the morning and will end with a concert at the opera house in the evening. On June 27, 1989, Hungarian foreign minister Gyula Horn and his Austrian counterpart Alois Mock symbolically cut a wire representing the Iron Curtain on the border separating their two countries. (iAfrica.com)
Easy win for Federer Jun 25, 2009
Federer, bidding for a record 15th Grand Slam title, will play either Philipp Kohlschreiber of Germany or Ivo Minar of the Czech Republic for a place in the last 32. "All three sets were pretty similar. He was close to winning the first game and then I broke. He made the semifinals in Eastbourne last week, so I couldn't afford to underestimate him," said Federer. (iAfrica.com)
BVU delves deep into the Holocaust Jun 23, 2009
Nearly 30 students have already expressed an interest in the journey, which will take them to the scene of the former death camps in Auschwitz and other locations, They will travel in Poland to see the remains of the ghettos where the Jewish were herded, the Czech Republic and Israel, including Jerusalem and Galilee. Despite the conflicts in the region, Steinfeld says he doesn't fear for the group's safety. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Louisville Baseball Represented at 2009 USA National Team Trials Jun 23, 2009
The 2009 National Team Trials roster features 41 players from colleges across the country, including three members of the 2008 National Team that went unbeaten (24-0) and won a gold medal at Haarlem Baseball Week in the Netherlands and at the FISU World University Baseball Championship in the Czech Republic. Tulane leads all schools with three players on the trials roster, while Louisville is joined by Cal State Fullerton, Clemson, LSU, Rice and UCLA with two players each. (Uoflsports.com)
Use caution when putting pictures on Internet sites Jun 22, 2009
Apparently a Missouri family s Christmas card photo, which the mother, Danielle Smith posted on her blog and a few social networking sites, ended up in the Czech Republic of Prague splashed across a huge storefront advertisement. The life size picture was spotted by Smith s college friends who just happened to be driving through. (Rockport Pilot, TX)
Siena Women's Lacrosse to Play Overseas Jun 17, 2009
The 10-team tournament will be played from June 22-25 and includes five teams from the United States, two from the Czech Republic, one mixed team (U.S. and Czech) and one from Wales and Australia. Three Siena players - , and - will play for Duffy in the Prague Cup. (Sienasaints.com)
Russian soprano wins Singer of the World Jun 16, 2009
She beat four other finalists from Japan, Italy, Ukraine and the Czech Republic to win a trophy and 15,000 ... The four other finalists were: soprano Eri Nakamura, 31, from Japan; Luca, 21, from Italy; bass Jan Martin;k, 26, from the Czech Republic and 30-year-old counter-tenor Yuriy Mynenko, from Ukraine. (BBC News -- Europe)
Dashiell Advances to Next Round of US National Developmental Team Jun 5, 2009
The U.S. women's national team program is currently gearing up for the Federation of International Lacrosse World Cup, which will be held from June 18-27 in the Czech Republic. A listing of players selected for the 2009-10 U.S. developmental team tryout follows. (Uoflsports.com)
France calls two D-Day veterans to bear witness again Jun 4, 2009
After Ruggiero's landing craft sank and he was saved, he rejoined the fight within a few days, fought in some of the war's bloodiest battles, and ultimately made it across the continent to what is now the Czech Republic. He eventually earned two Bronze Stars, two Purple Hearts - the result of being wounded twice - and the nickname "Rugged Ruggie.". (Boston Globe)
Flagler paramedic team wins best in world Jun 3, 2009
As the plane landed this week on an Orlando tarmac after a long international flight home from the Czech Republic, it was met by several local fire engines ... The water salute was to four Flagler County firefighters -- Dennis Kline, Cody King, Caryn Prather and Mike Pius -- who had just won first place in the prestigious Rallye Rejviz 2009 International EMS Competition in the Czech Republic ... Each team was given an ambulance to use for the contest when they arrived in the Czech Republic. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Same Sex Marriage and Free Movement... Jun 2, 2009
EU countries that provide some level of protection include the Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Hungary, Luxembourg, Portugal, Slovenia, and the UK. Furthermore, EU citizenship confers certain rights beyond nationality. Freedom of Movement for Same Sex Partners. (Suite101.com)
Buying abroad May 31, 2009
They were Romania, Poland, Portugal, the Baltic States (Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia), Sweden, Belgium, Slovakia, Sweden, Finland, Hungary, Luxembourg, Germany, Czech Republic, Ireland, Austria, Netherlands, France, Italy, Spain and Cyprus. According to Everitt, his pick would be one of the new markets that offer excellent opportunities such as Brazil, Argentina, selected Caribbean countries and countries in Eastern Europe. (iAfrica.com)
Ivanovic breezes through May 30, 2009
The Serbian, wearing strapping on her troublesome right knee but showing no signs that the injury was hampering her, had too much power and all-round skill for Iveta Benesova of the Czech Republic winning 6-0, 6-2. That put her into a matchup against either ninth seed Victoria Azarenka of Belarus or Carla Suarez Navarro of Spain with a place in the quarter-finals going to the winner. (iAfrica.com)
Swine flu cases pass 15,000 mark: WHO May 30, 2009
Meanwhile, the Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Romania, Slovakia and Uruguay reported cases to the WHO for the first time. Slovakia and Czech Republic posted a case each, Uruguay and Dominican Republic had two cases each and Romania reported three. (India Times)
Great French escapes May 29, 2009
Venus Williams, the American third seed, who was runner-up to sister Serena in 2002, saved a match point in her 6-7 (5/7), 6-2, 7-5 win over the Czech Republic's Lucie Safarova ... Sixth seed seed Andy Roddick of the United States equalled his best performance of a run to the third round in 2001 when he beat Ivo Minar of the Czech Republic 6-2, 6-2, 7-6 (7/2). (iAfrica.com)
Janelle Bekkering Invited To Team Canada Tryouts May 28, 2009
A top three finish at this year s qualifying tournament will be good enough to clinch a place in the 2010 FIBA World Championship in the Czech Republic. Below is a list of athletes who have been invited to the 2009 SWNT tryout. (Gozags.com)
Murray battles through May 28, 2009
Defending champion Ana Ivanovic was later facing Thai veteran Tamarine Tanasugarn and third-seeded Venus Williams was due to meet Lucie Safarova of the Czech Republic. Former world number one Maria Sharapova was up against 11th-seeded countrywoman Nadia Petrova. (iAfrica.com)
Serena struggles in Paris May 27, 2009
Fifth-seeded Serbian Jelena Jankovic shook off a two-hour rain interruption to reach the second round with a 6-2, 6-3 win over Petra Cetkovska of the Czech Republic. But as rain fell and temperatures plummeted from the 30 degrees of the first two days, 24-year-old Jankovic was keen to see the green light for the French Tennis Federation's plan to build a new 14,600-seater arena with a retractable roof. (iAfrica.com)
Keep it simple: Have passport, will travel May 27, 2009
I m under no illusions I will ever do anything more adventurous than ordering a cup of coffee from a sidewalk cafe in the Czech Republic or haggling with a street vendor in Bolivia. I plan on planning for the next big trip just to see where it takes me. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Making travel plans May 26, 2009
Jan Zelezny of the Czech Republic owns the record. Baird's right elbow has hurt all year. (Herald Online, SC -- Sports)
Obama Treaty Push Hinges On Global 'listening' Net May 24, 2009
"After more than five decades of talks, it is time for the testing of nuclear weapons to finally be banned," the U.S. president said in a pivotal speech April 5 in Prague, Czech Republic. Major nuclear powers, including the U.S., have observed moratoriums on testing since the 1990s, but India, Pakistan and North Korea all have tested bombs since the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty was negotiated. (CBS News -- World)
Hip Prague a hit with young visitors May 21, 2009
The Castle, where princes and kings of Bohemia once lived, is now the seat of the president of the Czech Republic, Vaclav Klaus. We visit the Gothic cathedral, the spiritual symbol of the Czech state and ogle the stained glass windows. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Russia and U.S. begin nuclear talks May 20, 2009
Russia fiercely opposed the plans of the former administration of George W. Bush for a battery of interceptor missiles in Poland and a related radar in the Czech Republic as a threat to its nuclear forces, rejecting U.S. arguments that they are needed to counter the Iranian missile threat. Mr. Obama's administration has put the missile defence plan on hold, but Russia has called for scrapping it altogether and said that the issue must be linked with arms control talks. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Adults and teens charmed by Prague May 19, 2009
Prague, of course, is the capital of the Czech Republic and has been an intersection of continental merchant routes for centuries ... The Castle, where princes and kings of Bohemia once lived, is now the seat of the president of the Czech Republic, Vaclav Klaus. (CNN -- Travel)
Commentary: More than a history lesson May 14, 2009
Several weeks ago, we had the opportunity to travel to Germany and the Czech Republic with students and faculty from Arlington High School to visit certain sites of the Holocaust, including Dachau, Germany s first concentration camp; Ravensbr. ck, a concentration camp for women in Northern Germany; and the town of Lidice in the Czech Republic. (Arlington Advocate, MA)
Europe Blog Update May 14, 2009
The first installment details the travel from Las Vegas to Prague, Czech Republic. . (Unlvrebels.com)
Bulldogs Going to Sweet 16 May 13, 2009
The junior from Roznov, Czech Republic, knocked off Abajian, 7-4, in the tiebreaker to win the final set, clinch the match for Bulldogs and a berth in the Sweet 16 for the sixth time in school history. "It was a pretty intense match, especially in the third set, because if I didn't win there was no tomorrow," Kucerkova said. (Gobulldogs.com)
It's time to end the Cold War May 12, 2009
In the same month, despite the promises previously given, NATO was joined by three former Warsaw Pact members: Poland, Hungary and the Czech Republic ... The U.S.'s unilateral withdrawal from the anti-ballistic missile treaty in 2002 and, more recently, its intention to place anti-missile shields in Poland and the Czech Republic, have added to Russia's concerns about NATO's true intentions. (Globe and Mail)
Hyundai may shift i20 production base May 11, 2009
HMIL is thinking of converting its plant in the Czech Republic into an export hub for the model. The other option is to use the new plant being set up in Russia. (India Times)
East and West? Not that simple May 10, 2009
Similarly the Czech Republic which along with Poland argued earlier against an EU package of regional aid to Eastern and Central Europe on the grounds that their two economies were not failing and did not want a rescue is expected to show a modest decline of 2. 7 per cent this year and a revival of growth in 2010. (Globe and Mail)
EU seeking energy independence from Russia May 9, 2009
Central Asian countries such as Turkmenistan are not comfortable with signing legally binding and long-term agreements, said Prime Minister Mirek Topolanek of the Czech Republic, which now holds the rotating EU presidency. Still, the lack of written commitment from Iraq as well as Khazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan, all with significant gas supplies and reserves, dented EU hopes that the Prague meeting would represent a significant move along the road to lessened reliance on gas from... (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Canada aims to curb flow of Czech asylum seekers May 8, 2009
PRAGUE and OTTAWA Tensions over a surge in refugee claims from the Czech Republic to this country surfaced during Stephen Harper's visit to the Eastern European nation yesterday when its prime minister said Canada is soft on asylum seekers ... For his part, Mr. Harper warned that Canada may need to intervene to throttle back the stream of refugee claimants from the Czech Republic ... Between January and March this year, 653 people from the Czech Republic filed claims for asylum in Canada. (Globe and Mail -- National)
Rebels Invade Europe May 8, 2009
The Rebels and their contingent will depart Las Vegas on Sunday and arrive in Prague, Czech Republic, at 11:00 am, Monday morning (May 11). They will play one match on Tuesday and another on Wednesday with some sightseeing sprinkled into the mix. (Unlvrebels.com)
Russia expels two Canadian diplomats May 7, 2009
In the Czech Republic for a quick one-day summit with European Union leaders, Mr. Harper was responding to reports that two Moscow-based NATO employees who are Canadian diplomats are being expelled in retaliation for the organization's recent expulsion of two Russian envoys from its headquarters. I haven't changed my view that we are concerned about Russian behaviour on a number of fronts, said Mr. Harper, who was asked by Czech and Canadian reporters about the situation at his wrap-up press... (Globe and Mail -- International)
Flagler lifesaving team competing overseas May 6, 2009
Next they're off to Prague, Czech Republic later this month for the "Rallye Rejviz 2009," where they'll compete against more than 30 teams from around the world. Countries sending teams to this year's event include Turkey, Greece, Japan, Belgium, Hungary, Serbia, Poland and Croatia. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
The Roma in eastern Europe: Canada home and dry May 5, 2009
The Czech Republic is a regional success story ... Around 250,000 Roma live in the Czech Republic ... But the rich, well-governed Czech Republic, which holds the European Union s rotating presidency, can surely do better. (The Economist)
Lukashenko spurns EU invitation May 2, 2009
Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko will not attend an EU summit in Prague next Thursday, despite an invitation from the Czech Republic. "Mr Lukashenko is not on the list of participants - the deadline has already gone," the Czech prime minister's spokesman told the BBC on Friday. (BBC News -- Europe)
Bolt escapes unhurt May 1, 2009
Earlier Wednesday, organizers of a June 17 meeting in Ostrava, Czech Republic, said Bolt would race the 100m there as he builds up for the World Athletics Championships in Berlin in August. AFP Digg. (iAfrica.com)
World governments race to contain flu outbreak Apr 30, 2009
The details of such a meeting have to be worked out by the Czech Republic, which holds the EU presidency. In Hong Kong, Thomas Tsang, controller for territory's Center for Health Protection, said the government and universities aim to develop a quick test for the new flu strain in a week or two that will return results in four to six hours, compared to existing tests that can take two or three days. (Globe and Mail)
France urges Mexican flight ban Apr 30, 2009
On Tuesday EU Health Commissioner Androulla Vassiliou said suspected cases were also being investigated in the Republic of Ireland, Denmark, Italy, Sweden, Greece and the Czech Republic. In Geneva, the World Health Organization is holding an emergency review of the swine flu outbreak, and said it might raise its pandemic alert level to phase five - the second highest - if it turned out that the disease was being spread in at least two countries, the Associated Press reported. (BBC News)
First Lady's Fashionable First 100 Days Apr 29, 2009
That's for Hillary (Clinton) or Cindy (McCain), but the cardigan covers up in the same way but it's soft and versatile," Collins says. It's at these public-but-not-formal appearances that Mrs. Obama actually seems to have the most fun with her clothes and reveals much of her personal style. She's not wearing head-to-toe ensembles so she's doing the mixing and matching largely by herself, another everywoman move. "It reminds us that fashion is a game we can all play and that it's fun," says... (CBS News)
Global response Apr 29, 2009
Page last updated at 17:35 GMT, Tuesday, 28 April 2009 18:35 UK. The world response to flu crisis. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
* Great escape gives US Fed Cup final date with Italy Apr 28, 2009
Liezel Huber teamed up with Bethanie Mattek-Sands to give the US, a record 17-time winners, a 3-2 victory over the Czech Republic in a thrilling deciding rubber in Brno. Iveta Benesova and Kveta Peschke, aiming to put their country into a first final in 11 years, led 6-2, 5-2 and held match point before the Americans battled back to secure a 2-6, 7-6 (7/2), 6-1 win and a first final spot since 2003. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Gritty US set up final date with Italy in Fed Cup Apr 28, 2009
Liezel Huber teamed up with Bethanie Mattek-Sands to give the US, a record 17-time winners, a 3-2 victory over the Czech Republic in a thrilling deciding rubber in Brno. On a high: Italys Francesca Schiavone is tossed by team members at the end of the Fed Cup semi-final match against Russia on Sunday. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Jim KelleyINSIDE THE NHL Apr 28, 2009
And, finally, in the category of "some things go on forever" we have Chicago-Buffalo-Detroit goalie Dominik Hasek ending his most recent retirement (seriously, this happens more times than General Motors pleads for money) and attempting a comeback with a local team in his native Czech Republic. Hasek hopes to make the Czech national team for the 2010 Olympics. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Countries take steps to prevent swine flu outbreak Apr 28, 2009
Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano canceled a trip to the Czech Republic this week in order to monitor swine flu preparations and response. No travel advisories or quarantines issued. (CNN -- Health)
What Did Obama Give Away in Europe? Apr 20, 2009
The United States had agreements with Poland and the Czech Republic to install missile interceptors and the advanced radar needed to better detect, track and shoot down ballistic missiles. This agreement would protect Europe and the United States from missile attack and strengthen our diplomatic efforts -- as our allies will more readily see the world from our vantage point if we can protect them from the threats of dangerous rogue nations. (Human Events Online)
Le New York, les Champions Sont de Retour! Apr 20, 2009
"The trip was great! I got a chance to speak with many of the Eastern European coaches there some were from the Czech Republic. Coach Cimmino saw the trip as a learning experience for the young USA team. "The rules were a major adjustment for the kids there were a lot of intentional foul calls and the traveling violations differ. The kids were able to adjust to the rules really well, and the major difference was the European kids just didn't have the speed we had especially with the combo of... (Duquesne Sports -- Rivals.com)
8th annual Cycle Zydeco starts in Acadiana Apr 20, 2009
Cycling guided and self-guided tours in Austria, Ireland and Czech Republic. Featured. (Yahoo News)
World 3, Obama 0 Apr 20, 2009
The third stop was Prague, Czech Republic, where Obama met with representatives from the European Union s 27 nations and meddled in their internal affairs. He pushed that body to accept Turkey as a member, saying it would be a positive sign to the Muslim world. (Human Events Online)
Belarus gets EU summit invitation Apr 18, 2009
The Czech Republic has invited Belarus President Alexander Lukashenko to an EU summit next month, despite criticism of his record on human rights. As current holder of the EU presidency, the Czechs will host the "Eastern Partnership" summit in Prague on 7 May. (BBC News -- Europe)
Halfords axes specialist shops af... Apr 16, 2009
The company said that revenues continued to decline in car enhancement categories, such as satellite navigation equipment, which have been hit by price deflation and reduced spending on discretionary items, and that trading in eastern Europe, where it has opened six stores in Poland and the Czech Republic, remains tough. Good. (New York Post -- Business)
Zimbabwe: Zanu-PF, MDC Tackle Europe Over Sanctions Apr 15, 2009
The lobbying took centre stage at the African Caribbean and Pacific and European Union parliamentary session held recently in the Czech Republic ... The ACP-EU met in the last two weeks of March in the Czech Republic, where legislators from the bloc discussed various issues affecting member countries. (allAfrica.com)
`Dogs Host Pacific for Senior Day Apr 14, 2009
The senior from Trinec, Czech Republic, is also tied for 14th all time on Fresno State's career wins list with 75 wins. With partner , Siwy ranks at No. 37 in the country in doubles. (Gobulldogs.com)
Go to the birthplace of Pilsner beer in Prague, Czech Rep. Apr 14, 2009
A bartender pours a glass of beer at a restaurant in the Pilsner Urquell factory in Pilsen, Czech Republic ... Much of today s lager-style beer owes its flaxen color and crisp flavor to a brewing process formulated in this small metropolis in the Czech Republic s Bohemia region ... Much of today s lager-style beer, in fact, owes its flaxen color and crisp flavor to a brewing process formulated in this small metropolis in the Czech Republic s Bohemia region. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
Obama calls for global cooperation Apr 12, 2009
He also noted his attendance at the NATO summit in France to discuss strategy toward Afghanistan and Pakistan, as well as his speeches against nuclear weapons in the Czech Republic and about faith divisions in Turkey. All are big-picture priorities for the young administration and most have general support among Obama's US constituents. (India Times)
Hockey parents always along for the ride Apr 11, 2009
"Jason Lawrence is a senior forward with the Terriers. He scored the winning goal in the final minute against New Hampshire two weeks ago to push BU to the Frozen Four. He's played hockey for Austin Prep, the Junior Bruins of the Eastern League, the US National Development Team, and Huron High School in Ann Arbor, Mich. He's already played in the Czech Republic and in Sweden. And now he's got a chance to be a national champion. "It's his dream come true and we're along for the ride," says Herm... (Boston Globe)
