Czechia’s fireworks tradition facing crackdown: New laws could dim New Year's Eve
Illegal fireworks sales have long sparked concern among regulators with inspectors uncovering massive violations.
Czech govt. approves new bill regulating sale and use of fireworks
Under the new bill, the sale of fireworks will be more tightly controlled and municipalities will have the authority to completely ban their use.
Prague drone show to shine a light towards sustainable celebrations
A drone show promoting a new Czech film will take place above Prague on Tuesday, and could replace the city's annual New Year's Day fireworks.
Czechia proposes stricter regulation of fireworks sales
Citing environmental and animal-welfare concerns, Czechia's agriculture minister has mooted restricting sales of pyrotechnics to young people.
Prague reminds visitors of fireworks ban as it prepares for New Year's Eve
Fireworks are banned in the historical center of the Czech capital, as well as near waterways and hospitals, with fines up to CZK 100,000.
Many Czech cities to continue with New Year's fireworks celebrations
Despite Interior Minister Vít Rakušan's call to cancel fireworks celebrations, many locations will go through with their programs as planned.
Czech interior minister urges regions to avoid fireworks after Prague shooting
As the country still recovers from the horrors of last Thursday's massacre, Vít Rakušan urged people to not increase public nervousness and unease.
Prague offers free admission to attractions in lieu of New Year's Day fireworks
The Czech capital won't be hosting an official New Year's fireworks show once again this year, but a number of attractions will open for a symbolic fee.
PHOTO GALLERY: Illuminated buildings and fireworks welcome the new year in Prague
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Several landmarks sported the Czech national colors to mark 30 years since the split of Czechoslovakia.
Prague rings in 2023 as celebrants ignore fireworks ban
This year's New Year's Eve was quieter than usual in the Czech capital, though partiers ignored a ban on fireworks in the city center and near waterfronts.
Prague lights up to celebrate 30 years of Czech statehood
January 1, 2023 will mark 30 years since the foundation of the Czech Republic, and its capital city will celebrate with lights, flags, and a special tram.
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Czech scientists say fireworks create a ‘toxic shower’ of dangerous chemicals
Representatives of the Czech Academy of Sciences say a ban on fireworks should be considered due to the dangerous chemicals they put into the ecosystem.
Czech man breaks own record, eats 205 plum dumplings in one hour
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Radim Dvořáček from Ostrava was the winner of this year's plum dumpling eating contest, wolfing down 85 more dumplings than the second-place finisher.
Prague airport evacuates terminals following fireworks explosion
Initial reports say that around 9 a.m. in Terminal 2, fireworks went off in a British passenger's backpack.
Fireworks remain banned in Prague’s city center on New Year’s Eve
People face a fine up to CZK 100,000 for setting off rockets or other devices in the historical center or near waterways or hospitals.
Prague City Hall: No fireworks or videomapping on New Year's Day
Due to the worsening pandemic situation, the city will not hold a big public celebration during the holiday season.
Czech man suffers serious injuries trying to blast garden mole with fireworks
A man in České Budějovice was taken to hospital with two broken legs after using illegal fireworks to try to rid his garden of a mischievous mole.
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