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Current AffairsWill planned increase in speed limit lead to problems on Czech motorways?
Most European countries seem to agree on a speed limit of 130 km/hour or
less on their motorways. The Czech Republic, however, may soon become the
only country in Europe where the limit would be 160 km/hour. But that
higher speed limit seems to be popular mainly among some Czech politicians
- experts are less enthusiastic about the idea.
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A Czech angler has landed the catch of his life - an Arapaima Gigas
weighing over 100 kilograms. Hradec Kralove has a new attraction - a
mobile tea-house. And, the Pohorelice carp gets on the EU list of
protected food products. Find out more in Magazine with Daniela Lazarova.
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Current AffairsRoad deaths fall to 16-year low
The number of traffic deaths on Czech roads in 2006 dipped below 1,000, for
the first time in 16 years, according to preliminary statistics released by
the Czech Ministry of Transport. Police and politicians say this decline is
due to the introduction last year of a so-called "points system",
penalizing drivers who break the law by putting "points" on their
record.
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The Czech Republic boasts the only stone guitar in the world. Czech fashion
designers fight for a place in the sun. And -why have Czechs sent a barrel
of their best beer to Brussels? Find out more in Magazine with Daniela
Lazarova.
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Current AffairsPsychologist: Attitude of politicians and poor enforcement behind rise in road fatalities
The past weekend saw as many as 16 people die in car accidents across the
Czech Republic. Ninety people were killed in traffic accidents throughout
September, which along with June has been the most tragic month on Czech
roads this year. After a new and stricter traffic law came into force in
July, police immediately reported a marked drop in the number of fatal
accidents. But since then, Czech drivers seemed to have relaxed again and
returned to their old bad habits.
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The biggest theft in the history of Czech golf - who would want to steal
6,500 golf balls? Around Europe on a scooter - one Czech's idea of a dream
holiday. And, the oldest Czech cottage dates back to the late Middle Ages.
Find out more in Magazine with Daniela Lazarova.
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Talking PointCzech roads one month after new law puts brakes on bad driving
It's been over a month since the new driving regulations and a rather
strict point system came into effect in the Czech Republic, and there has
been both approval and some grumbling about the matter. In this week's
Talking Point we take to the streets to find out what Czechs are saying
about the system, and we talk with Zdenek Bambas, the Director of the
traffic police division at the Ministry of the Interior, to get his
opinion on some of the key issues.
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