Potulny, O'Sullivan help Oilers rally for win Nov 19, 2009
Edmonton Oilers' Tom Gilbert can't stop Colorado Avalanche's Milan Hejduk, left, of Czech Republic, as he scores on Oilers goalie Jeff Deslaurier, right, during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Edmonton on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 ... Colorado Avalanche Matt Duchene, left, congratulates teammate Milan Hejduk, of Czech Republic, on his first goal against the Edmonton Oilers during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Edmonton on Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Friendlies: Spain, Italy win; Korea's run snapped Nov 19, 2009
In the third-place playoff match at the four-team tournament, Azerbaijan beat the Czech Republic 2-0 with Vagif Javadov scoring one goal and setting up the other. Javadov headed in a free kick from Elvin Mammadov in the 24th minute. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Antiracists and far-right youths battle in Moscow Nov 19, 2009
FILE - In this Feb. 9, 2007 file photo, activists of the pro-Kremlin group 'Young Russia' express their disapproval for the planned construction of a U.S. missile defense system in the Czech Republic as they hold a banner reading, "We will not permit a new arms race!", in front of the Czech Embassy in Moscow, Russia. The leader of a pro-Kremlin youth group said Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2009 that dozens of anti-racist activists have vandalized its office in Moscow. (MSNBC -- International)
* Craig Burley says Scots too thick to get Uncle George Nov 19, 2009
Scotlands next match is against the Czech Republic at Hampden on March 3 and the SFA would like to have a new manager in post by then, well ahead of qualifying for the European Championship. This story has been viewed 342 times. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Latest sports headlines » Nov 19, 2009
FLOWERY BRANCH -- Falcons left tackle Will Svitek, a native of Prague, Czech Republic, has battled shoulder injuries to stay in the NFL.But that was nothing compared with his parents' escape, along with the 2-year-old future football player and his siblings, from communist Czechoslovakia in 1984. 1. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Czech marchers honor revolution against regime Nov 19, 2009
Today, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are European Union and NATO members. While the world recession has left its mark, their economies are among the strongest of the continent's former communist nations, and their democracies among the most resilient. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Prague marks Velvet Revolution Nov 18, 2009
In a statement, US Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton also joined in the praise, saying: "I congratulate the Czech Republic and Slovakia on 20 years of democracy and reaffirm the commitment of the United States to our strong alliance.". At a Prague concert organised by Mr Havel over the weekend, US President Barack Obama broadcast a video message saying: "Your spirit, your courage inspired the world.". (BBC News -- Europe)
Czechs celebrate fall of communism 20 years ago Nov 18, 2009
Today, the Czech Republic and Slovakia are European Union and NATO members ... "I congratulate the Czech Republic and Slovakia on 20 years of democracy and reaffirm the commitment of the United States to our strong alliance," Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton said in a statement. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- News)
* Shamed Scotland sack Burley after losing to Wales Nov 18, 2009
We now have four months until our next scheduled match, against Czech Republic, and will therefore utilize the intervening period to ensure we attract the best possible replacement to take Scotland forward. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Leaders miss chance to stem global corruption Nov 18, 2009
The Czech Republic, Slovakia and Ukraine also fell in this year's index because of shortcomings in the public sector, the group said. "Examples of corruption range from public posts for sale and justice for a price to daily bribing for basic services," said Transparency International of Afghanistan. (Business Report, South Africa)
Ahold reports 22 percent profit increase in Q3 Nov 18, 2009
The Albert and Hypernova chains in the Czech Republic and Slovakia recorded an eight percent drop in net sales and a 21 million operating loss due to store closures as part of a restructuring programme. For the first nine months of the year, Ahold's 629-million-euro net profit was 20. (Business Report, South Africa)
FTSE 100 Index Advances, Led by BP on Oil Prices; Diageo, Cadbury Climb Nov 18, 2009
The largest Czech Republic coking-coal producer said consolidated revenues for the nine months through September declined 44 percent to 776 million euros. To contact the reporter on this story: in London at. (Bloomberg -- UK)
Firefighters train for test of the best Nov 18, 2009
A group of firefighters in Flagler County won a world title after competing earlier this year in the prestigious Rallye Rejviz 2009 International EMS Competition in the Czech Republic. But competing teams from the two counties are rarely, if ever, pitted against one another because the kinds of competitions they participate in are different, officials said. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Czechs recall Communism's fall Nov 18, 2009
Prague, Czech Republic (CNN) -- Fireworks and rock 'n' roll echoed across central Prague on Tuesday as thousands of marchers commemorated the 20th anniversary of the "Velvet Revolution" that toppled Communist rule. The peaceful 1989 uprising began with a student march to mark a 1939 clampdown on opposition in what was then Nazi-occupied Czechoslovakia. (CNN)
Nadal to head Spains Davis Cup title defence Nov 18, 2009
MADRID: World number two Rafael Nadal will lead Spains defence of the Davis Cup in the final against the Czech Republic next month, captain Albert Costa announced on Monday. Fernando Verdasco, ranked eight, David Ferrer and Feliciano Lopez will complete the lineup for the Dec 4-6 event in Barcelona. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Canadiens 3, Canes 2 (SO) Nov 18, 2009
Montreal Canadiens' Jaroslav Spacek, of the Czech Republic, is checked by Carolina Hurricanes' Andrew Alberts during the first period in Montreal. Paul Chiasson - Canandian Press/AP. (News & Observer -- Sports)
New DC Street Cars On The Way Nov 18, 2009
The cost was $10 million, and they were built in the Czech Republic for the District's new light rail system that is still in its infancy and may never reach its potential unless huge sums of federal dollars are included in the project. Right now, light rail lines are being built in Northeast DC and the Anacostia neighborhood, with plans for a citywide system to come. (W-USA News, DC)
Show Transcript: November 18 Nov 18, 2009
Czechoslovakia would later split into two countries: the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Musicians and other artists played major roles in the Velvet Revolution, and yesterday's rallies in Prague wrapped up with a massive concert. (CNN -- US)
Nadal Leads Spain in Davis Cup Against Czechs Nov 17, 2009
Washington - Rafael Nadal will lead defending champion Spain in next month's Davis Cup final against the Czech Republic. The second-ranked Nadal returns to the team for the first time since winning both singles matches against Serbia in the first round in March. (ABC 7 News, DC)
A Place So Beautifully Sad, It Makes Me Want To Paint Nov 17, 2009
But there I was in Prague in the Czech Republic for a six-day "art vacation" with a company called ... The Czech Republic is a small, landlocked country (about the size of Virginia) that its neighbors seem to think has been affixed with a sign that says, "Invade Me." For hundreds of years, waves of Austro-Hungarians, Germans, and Russians have occupied it. (Slate)
Major Schizophrenia Study Finds Striking Similarities Across 37 Countries in 6 Regions Nov 17, 2009
16, 2009) An international study of more than 17,000 people with schizophrenia has found striking similarities in symptoms, medication, employment and sexual problems, despite the fact that it covered a diverse range of patients and healthcare systems in 37 different countries. The research, published in the November issue of IJCP, provides a valuable international profile of the mental health disorder, which is estimated to affect as many as one in every 250 people at some point in their lives. (Science Daily)
Coghlan (NL), Bailey (AL) top rookies Nov 17, 2009
miscellany Nadal expects to play in Davis Cup final Rafael Nadal will lead defending champion Spain in the Davis Cup final against the Czech Republic next month. Nadal returns to captain Albert Costa s team for the first time since a first-round win over Serbia. (Boston Globe)
Europe's tragedy, andEurope's tragedian Nov 17, 2009
Loosely following the events that Schiller had chronicled in his earlier History of the Thirty Years' War, the play concludes with Wallenstein's assassination at Eger (Cheb, the Czech Republic) by imperial officers. Schiller wrote the trilogy in 1799, and his audience know that the protagonist was not so much Wallenstein as Napoleon Bonaparte, who again would summon the freebooters and malcontents of Europe into a multinational army that threatened to eradicate civil society. (Asia Times Online)
U.S. Politics Nov 17, 2009
The Obama administration hopes the Czech Republic will play an important role in a reworked U.S. missile defense plan, a top American official said Monday. By The Associated Press. (San Diego Union-Tribune)
FIFA ban will let Maradona return as coach in January Nov 17, 2009
A planned friendly against the Czech Republic next month, at a so-far unnamed venue, is the only match he is likely to have to sit out. The ban is largely symbolic. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Nadal joins Spain's Davis Cup team Nov 17, 2009
MADRID, Nov. 16 (Xinhua) -- World number two Rafael Nadal will play in Spain's defense of the Davis Cup in the final against the Czech Republic next month, captain Albert Costa announced on Monday. World number eight Fernando Verdasco, David Ferrer and Feliciano Lopez are team members for the December 4-6 event in Barcelona, Costa said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Bobcats acquire Warriors' Jackson Nov 17, 2009
Rafael Nadal will lead defending champion Spain in the Davis Cup final against the Czech Republic. The best-of-five series on indoor clay will be played Dec. 4-6 at the Palau Sant Jordi in Barcelona. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Britain Remains the 'Sick Man of Europe' Nov 17, 2009
" The data shows a wide disparity in economic performance across the European Union. Hungary remains the worst performer in the Union, with output slumping by 1.8 per cent between June and September. But the neighbouring Czech Republic is the star performer among EU nations reporting figures so far output is up 0.8 per cent last quarter. Provided by from London, for Independent minds Reader Discussion BW Extras Track and share business topics across the Web. Most Popular Stories Most Popular... (BusinessWeek)
Rawlins family traces roots into Czech Republic Nov 17, 2009
For a fee, the couple that owns and operates P.A.T.H. Finders would take Rebecca and anyone else who wanted to go to the town, which is located near the border between the Bohemian and Moravian regions of the Czech Republic, Klouda said ... He and eight other Klouda family descendents decided to hop a plane last month to spend two weeks in the Czech Republic. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Tennis: Nadal to lead Spain in final Nov 17, 2009
The defending champions will face the Czech Republic on Barcelona's indoor clay next month ... (CNN) -- World number two Rafael Nadal will spearhead Spain's bid for a second successive Davis Cup title against the Czech Republic next month. (CNN -- International)
FIFA bans Maradona for 2 months for media rant Nov 16, 2009
Maradona, 49, will miss Argentina's Dec. 16 friendly against the Czech Republic ... The 49-year-old coach will miss Argentina's friendly against the Czech Republic scheduled December 16. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Names & Faces Nov 16, 2009
The 1986 Cup-winning captain will miss Argentina's exhibition against Czech Republic scheduled for Dec. 16, but he avoided sanctions that would have kept him from coaching at next year's World Cup. He also was fined $24,250. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Football: Maradona fined and banned Nov 16, 2009
Argentina have only one match scheduled during Maradona's two-month ban, a friendly against the Czech Republic on December 16. It means the ban should have little impact on the South Americans' preparations for the 2010 World Cup in South Africa, which start in June. (CNN -- International)
Eastern Europe: You've come a long way, baby Nov 16, 2009
The Czech Republic boasts the tourist mecca of Prague, Europe's best and cheapest beer, and some of the best-preserved old towns in Europe. Poland has the delightful university town of Krakow, the thriving capital of Warsaw, and the charming old Hanseatic quarter of Gdansk. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
Djokovic rallies to win Paris title Nov 16, 2009
Maradona will miss Argentina's exhibition against the Czech Republic scheduled for Dec. 16, but he avoided sanctions that would have kept him from coaching at next year's World Cup in South Africa. He also was fined $24,250. (News & Observer -- Sports)
* Djokovic ousts Nadal for spot in final Nov 16, 2009
The 22-year old Serb, the third seed, will next face Gael Monfils, who kept alive his home crowds hopes of seeing a Frenchman winning for the second consecutive year with a 6-4, 5-7, 6-4 win over Radek Stepanek of Czech Republic ... The 23-year-old Nadal is also expected to play the Davis Cup final when defending champion Spain will host the Czech Republic on clay in Barcelona from Dec. 4 to Dec. 6. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Life After the White House Nov 15, 2009
And he was jailed as a dissident in Czechoslovakia and then finally became president of the Czech Republic after the dissolution of the Soviet Union. So that is going to be very interesting. (Fox News)
Joan Baez, Lou Reed serenade revolution hero Havel Nov 15, 2009
He was president of Czechoslovakia from 1989 until 1993 and then of the Czech Republic from 1993 to 2003. Several world leaders sent greetings to Havel and the people of the Czech Republic and Slovakia, the two countries that emerged after the revolution. (Yahoo! Asia News)
Falcons Q&A: Svitek's family escaped Communism Nov 15, 2009
FLOWERY BRANCH -- Falcons left tackle Will Svitek, a native of Prague, Czech Republic, has battled shoulder injuries to stay in the NFL. ... Q: When did you come here from the [now] Czech Republic. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Veep takes a stand against false prophets Nov 15, 2009
He said the ICA had established branches in the UK, Ireland, the US, Czech Republic, Germany, Venezuela, Togo, Cote d' Ivoire, Liberia, Sierra Leone, South Africa, Nigeria, Benin, Brazil and Canada. Rev. Abban said ICA had plans to set up special arbitration committees in line with the Alternative Dispute Resolution strategy. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Czechs rock out at celeb-studded concert Nov 15, 2009
PRAGUE, Czech Republic - Former Czech President Vaclav Havel opened the 20th anniversary celebrations of the Velvet Revolution with a concert attended by celebrities ... Czechoslovakia split in 1993 to form the Czech Republic and Slovakia, which today refers to the 1989 events as the Gentle Revolution. (MSNBC -- International)
Coyotes slip past Stars 3-2 Nov 15, 2009
Phoenix Coyotes' Ilya Bryzgalov, left, of Russia, tries to get his stick back as it is stuck in a teammate's skate while Coyotes' Martin Hanzal (11), of the Czech Republic, tries to get the puck away from the net as Dallas Stars' Loui Eriksson, of Sweden, looks on in the third period of an NHL hockey game Saturday, Nov. 14, 2009, in Glendale, Ariz. The Coyotes defeated the Stars 3-2. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Djokovic tops Nadal, to face Monfils in Paris final Nov 15, 2009
Nadal is also expected to play the Davis Cup final when defending champion Spain will host the Czech Republic on Dec. 4-6 in Barcelona. Copyright 2009. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Russia, US to discuss arms pact, Iran Nov 15, 2009
Earlier this year, Obama removed the biggest irritant in bilateral ties by scrapping plans to deploy interceptor missiles in Poland and a radar in the Czech Republic, parts of a projected U.S. anti-missile defence against a strike by Iran. Russia insists that anti-missile defence and strategic arms cuts pacts are closely interlinked. (India Times, India)
Spain, Brazil impress Nov 15, 2009
" In Madrid Xabi struck in either half to fire Euro 2008 champions Spain to a 2-1 win over Argentina. Real Madrid's star put one of the favourites for next year's World Cup into a 16th minute lead, the midfielder stabbing home a rebound after Argentina goalkeeper Sergio Romero could only parry away a shot from David Silva. Argentina levelled through a Lionel Messi penalty on the hour mark but Xabi's 86th minute spot kick ensured Spain the bragging rights over Diego Maradona's side. "I think we... (iAfrica.com)
There's nothing wrong with football down here Nov 15, 2009
SYDNEY FC coach Vitezslav Lavicka will consider inviting a club side from the Czech Republic to play against A-League teams so he can test his theory that the Australian competition is stronger than the one in which he learnt his trade. Lavicka will decide within the next month whether he would like to stay on as Sydney FC coach next season, but the way the former two-time Czech Republic coach of the year speaks about his time here so far - and the quality of the competition - it seems a forgone... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Women's Tennis Lands D-II Champ Novakova Nov 14, 2009
"She an outstanding player and a great fit for Baylor. Her competitive drive and passion for tennis is exactly what we are looking for in a recruit. Her father is a top notch coach in the Czech Republic and has done a great job of giving his daughter the tools to be successful." ... During the past two seasons, the Slapanice, Czech Republic, native has put together an astounding 51-6 record in singles play. (Baylorbears.com)
Davis sets track record in 1,500m at World Cup meet Nov 14, 2009
29, beating World Cup leader Martina Sablikova of the Czech Republic. Beckert's teammate Daniela Anschuetz Thoms was third. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
A new battle to reclaim history in Eastern Europe Nov 14, 2009
This year the Czech Republic was the first former Soviet bloc country to hold the EU presidency. In April in the European Parliament, Czechs pushed through a resolution equating the crimes of communism with those of fascism, calling for August 23, the date of the 1939 Hitler-Stalin pact dividing Eastern Europe between them, to be made the ''Europe-wide Day of Remembrance for the victims of all totalitarian and authoritarian regimes. (Sydney Morning Herald -- World)
Nadal to play Djokovic in Paris Masters semi-final Nov 14, 2009
The remaining two quarterfinals on Friday see France's Gael Monfils take on Marin Cilic of Croatia followed by U.S. Open champion Juan Martin del Potro of Argentina against Radek Stepanek of the Czech Republic. The losses for Tsonga and Soderling meant that Spain's Fernando Verdasco was assured of the eighth and final spot in the November 22-29 ATP Tour Finals in London. (Xinhuanet, China)
U.S. to test depth vs. Slovakia in WCup warm-up Nov 14, 2009
Slovakia upset favorites Czech Republic and Poland in their European qualifying group to reach a major tournament for the first time in its history. The United States finished top in CONCACAF qualifying to advance to its sixth consecutive World Cup since 1990. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Soccer)
Three Prep Women's Basketball Standouts Commit To Attend Notre Dame Nov 14, 2009
most recently this past summer, became youngest player (age 16) ever named to Canadian Senior Women's National Team for the 2009 FIBA Americas Championship in Cuiaba, Brazil, helping country to bronze medal (third-place finish) and berth in 2010 FIBA World Championships in Czech Republic. played in all five games for Canada in tournament, averaging 6. (Und.com)
Nadal sets up Djokovic showdown in Paris Nov 14, 2009
AFP - Saturday, November 14. Serbian Novak Djokovic serves to Swedish Robin Soderling. (Yahoo! Asia News)
For the Record Nov 14, 2009
Radek Stepanek (13), Czech Republic, def. Andy Murray (4), Britain, 1-6, 6-3, 6-4. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Medvedev on Russia's 'survival' Nov 14, 2009
He also announced plans for the deployment of missiles in western Russia as a military response to U.S. plans to deploy missile-defense facilities in Poland and the Czech Republic, former Soviet satellites that are now NATO members. And unlike all previous annual Russian presidential addresses, the contents of which were kept secret until the very moment of their delivery -- including his own in 2008 -- Medvedev published the concept of his 2009 address in September. (CNN -- World)
Nadal has Federer crown in his sights Nov 13, 2009
" Joining Federer on the sidelines though was fourth seed Andy Murray who found two matches in one day too much to handle as he lost 1-6, 6-3, 6-4 to Radek Stepanek of the Czech Republic. The Scot, who won a season-best sixth title in Valencia on Sunday was taken to 1:45 am the night before in defeating James Blake 6-3, 6-7 (5/7), 7-6 (7/4). "I said last night it was going to be difficult to come back and feel 100 percent. It's obviously limited recovery after a long match," he said. "But you... (Yahoo! Asia News)
Cutting the cord Nov 13, 2009
But that's still a small proportion compared with the Czech Republic (63%) and Finland (61%), which is home to the world's biggest mobile phone maker, Nokia. One of those British householders who fits into this category is James Parker, a 27-year-old who moved into a rented flat in Chester that had no landline. (BBC News -- UK)
Infosys to acquire US BPO company for $38 million Nov 13, 2009
TNN 13 November 2009, 12:58am IST. BANGALORE: Infosys Technologies on Thursday announced its second acquisition in the BPO space. (India Times, India -- Intl Business)
GU Marks Fall of Wall Nov 13, 2009
Featured speakers included Hans Dietrich Genscher, the German foreign minister at the time of the fall of the Berlin Wall; Vaclav Klaus, the president of the Czech Republic; Fr. Leo ODonovan, S.J., former president of Georgetown University; and Peter Schneider, a leading German novelist, essayist and professor in the German department. (The Hoya, Washington DC)
Bergeron, Metropolit help Canadiens beat Coyotes Nov 13, 2009
Montreal Canadiens' Tomas Piekanec, of the Czech Republic, left, hugs teammate Michael Cammalleri (13) after Cammalleri scored against the Phoenix Coyotes during the second period of an NHL hockey game Thursday, Nov. 12, 2009, in Glendale, Ariz. AP Photo. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Murray falls, Nadal survives in Paris third round Nov 13, 2009
Fourth-seeded Andy Murray has lost to Radek Stepanek of Czech Republic. Murray looked tired following his win over James Blake that ended at 1:45 am. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Tennis)
Harris H.S. teacher receives Sloan Award Nov 13, 2009
Friday November 13, 2009. Katherine Cooper is one of seven city teachers to win a Sloan Award. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
It's personal to me Nov 13, 2009
This administration also abandoned the security of Poland and the Czech Republic in order to gain Russian assistance in containing Iranian nuclear ambitions. Moscow laughed at the President s weakness and refused to cooperate. (Cameron Observer, MO)
Hyundai worries Japan auto cos Nov 13, 2009
Instead, it has set up shop in the United States, China, India, Turkey and Czech Republic. Sites in Brazil and Russia are on their way. (India Times)
Behind Turkey's New Friendship with Iran Nov 13, 2009
One looming test of the new foreign policy balancing act could come from its status as a potential alternative site for the U.S. missile-defense system that was to have been stationed in Poland and the Czech Republic. "Turkey has much to lose from the prospect of a nuclear or near-nuclear Iran, not to mention the potential for multiple new nuclear arsenals," the German Marshall Fund said in a recent report. (Time.com)
