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WATCH: How Czechs are giving inflatable HIMARS decoys to Ukraine forcing Russians to waste precious missiles
A video shared by Czech TV mentions that the Czechs have been 'very active' in providing military aid to war-torn Ukraine
Canadian province decriminalises cocaine, heroin: Which countries allow possession of hard drugs?
Canada’s province of British Columbia has undertaken a three-year experiment of decriminalising small amounts of drugs, including cocaine, heroin and MDMA. It is following other countries such as Portugal and Uruguay and even the US state of Oregon where some, if not all drugs, are allowed
Czech Republic says China closed two Prague 'police stations' that may have been used to harass dissidents
Critics say the 'police stations' were used to silence Beijing's political opponents. China however says these offer services -- such as driver's licence renewals -- to nationals abroad
UEFA Nations League: Czech Republic recall controversial defender Ondrej Kudela for Portugal, Switzerland fixtures
Kudela has not played for the national team since early 2021 when he allegedly aimed a racist slur at Glasgow Rangers midfielder Glen Kamara during a Europa League game.
Thousands protest over soaring energy prices amid sanctions on Russia in Czech Republic
The protestors condemned the government for its support of the sanctions against Russia over its war in Ukraine and accused it of not being able to tackle soaring energy prices
Russia-Ukraine conflict: From rifles to anti-aircraft systems, a look at the military aid Kyiv is getting from different countries
The escalating crisis between Ukraine and Russia has seen countries such as Germany, Sweden and Finland reversing their policy of never sending arms to conflict zones
World Cup Qualifiers: Germany, Netherlands inch closer to confirming place in finals
Four-time world champions Germany now have a six-point lead in Group J after beating Romania in Hamburg, while the Dutch collected three points in a 1-0 win over Latvia which kept them in charge of Group G.
US Open 2021: Naomi Osaka sails into second round after easy win over Marie Bouzkova in opener
After a tight start to her first-round US Open match Monday night, the reigning champion grabbed eight of the last nine games and put together a 6-4, 6-1 victory over 87th-ranked Marie Bouzkova of the Czech Republic.
Neeraj Chopra rises to second spot in world rankings after Olympic gold
At the Tokyo Games, Neeraj threw a monster 87.58 metres to clinch the gold and became India's second individual gold medallist at the Olympic Games.
Euro 2020: Czech Republic captain Vladimir Darida calls time on international career after quarter-final exit
The 30-year-old Hertha Berlin midfielder, who has scored eight goals in 76 international games, led the Czechs in all three group stage games at the Euro.
Euro 2020: Kasper Hjulmand pays tribute to Christian Eriksen's part on 'road to Wembley'
The emotional reaction to Eriksen's collapse in front of the watching world has seen Denmark become the neutrals' favourites with support coming from across the continent.
Euro 2020: Hungry and confident Denmark take on Czech Republic for spot in semi-finals
Denmark will face the Czech Republic on Saturday, exactly three weeks after midfielder Christian Eriksen collapsed on the field in the team's opening game and had to be resuscitated with a defibrillator.
Indian para-archers forced to pull out of Paralympic qualification event in Czech Republic after being denied visas
India and Brazil were marked as "extreme high-risk countries" by the Czech Republic and the European country's ministries of health and foreign affairs did not give clearance to the 11-member Indian contingent for the event at Nove Mesto.
Euro 2020 comes first even in rugby-mad South Africa
A game between British and Irish Lions in Johannesburg will start at 1900 local time (1700 GMT) and finish before the second Euro semi-final kicks off at 1900 GMT in London.
Euro 2020 Round of 16 review: High quality football made knockout matches memorable
The Euro 2020 Round of 16 matches at the provided the thrills not often seen at the international tournaments. It's not only about the goals but the overall quality was top-notch.
Euro 2020: 'We don't want to stop here', says England captain Harry Kane after booking QF spot
Kane headed home his first goal of the tournament late on in front of a raucous Wembley crowd to secure England's first knockout victory at a European Championship in 25 years.
Euro 2020: Czech Republic face Netherlands in last 16 with history on their side
Since the Czech Republic emerged as an independent state in 1993, its national team has won five games and lost three against the Dutch, on top of three draws.
Euro 2020: Czech Republic players miss training in Budapest ahead of last 16 clash due to bizarre plane defect
The Czechs, qualified as the third best team in Group D, are facing Group C winners the Netherlands at the Puskas Arena in a last-16 game on Sunday evening.
Euro 2020: Ruud van Nistelrooy hails Memphis Depay's 'focus' ahead of Czech Republic clash
Depay, who will join Barcelona next week, has been integral to the Dutch's stroll through the group stage, scoring twice and setting up one more as the Oranje racked up a perfect nine points and scored eight goals in three games.
Euro 2020: England clinch top spot in Group D after win over Czech Republic; Croatia reach last 16
England made certain that the knockout tie will be played in front of their own fans at Wembley thanks to Raheem Sterling's first-half winner against the Czechs.