China's dairy industry is in a severe crisis caused by various factors, including a declining birth rate, a slowing economy and overproduction of milk. This situation has serious implications for farmers, importers and consumers. Falling milk prices and farm closures Milk prices in China have fallen below the cost of…

A recent report in the US media has shaken up the already sensitive debate about privacy in the digital age. There has been a leak of a commercial offer by Cox Media Group (CMG), which advertises exactly the kind of service that conspiracy theories have warned about and that some…

Petr Mára, a well-known technology enthusiast and influencer, described himself in an interview as an optimist when it comes to modern technology. While he is aware that advances in technology can cause negative effects in some areas, he believes that overall the positive effects outweigh the negative ones. Recently, he…

Germany is introducing temporary border controls at all its land borders from this coming Monday, Interior Minister Nancy Faeser has announced. The measure is aimed at curbing illegal migration and strengthening internal security, particularly in view of the threat of Islamist terrorism and cross-border crime. Germany has been controlling its…

Even small projectors today can produce surprisingly good quality images, but calling them a full-fledged home cinema would be premature - for a true movie experience, you need a quality sound system. But all these components have been squeezed into the NexiGo Aurora Pro, which despite its features still remains…

Apple's senior management team is predominantly made up of people over the age of 50. As has now become clear, Apple deliberately retains employees in senior positions who are not only more experienced, but also older. The company's CEO, Tim Cook, prefers older employees in order to strengthen the public's…

During adolescence, it is common for young people to feel anger and resentment towards authority. Similarly, misunderstandings between parents and their teenage children often occur. If you want to understand your teen better, it is important to put yourself in their shoes. Even though his problems may seem small compared…

Karo Leather, a Czech leather processing company, published its financial results for the first half of this year on Thursday. The company successfully launched production at its new factory in Brtnica and confirmed its annual target for operating profit. Karo Leather, whose shares are traded on the Start market of…

Czechs' debts are rising and repaying them is becoming increasingly difficult for some. However, this problem affects only a part of the population as the total number of debtors is decreasing. What is alarming, however, is the fact that young people are now having more trouble paying than before. According…

How should pensions be increased from January 2025? The pension is made up of a basic rate and a percentage rate. In 2024, the basic rate is CZK 4,400. According to the draft regulation, the basic rate of the pension should increase by CZK 290 from January 2025, to CZK…

After a long time, Škoda Auto, the largest Czech carmaker, is coming up with a completely new model and model range that expands its existing offer. Although the new versions of the Octavia and Kodiaq models introduced by the carmaker are not mere facelifts, they are still upgraded versions of…

Apple is subject to new European Union (EU) regulations. Under the Digital Services Act (DSA), Apple must independently verify the contact details of app developers on the App Store platform. This information must then be transparently displayed in the store so that users can better assess the trustworthiness of developers.…

Google unveiled a number of new features, dominated by the anticipated Google Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and Pixel 9 Pro XL. In addition to the new phones, the Gemini artificial intelligence has also seen significant changes, bringing a slew of new features. Gemini is now integrated into the new…

The price of gold reached a record high on Friday, crossing the $2,500 per troy ounce mark (over CZK 57,000 for 31.1 grams). This growth is mainly supported by the expectation that the US Federal Reserve (Fed) will cut the key interest rate in September. According to Reuters, the price…

The anticipated arrival of iPhone 16! With great anticipation, the launch of iPhone 16 is approaching and the tech world is eagerly awaiting it. If the rumours are confirmed, the new iPhone should be unveiled in just a few weeks, specifically in September. Apple traditionally holds its annual events to…

Bitcoin has become a symbol of extreme volatility and profitability in recent years. Its value often resembles a wild roller coaster ride, soaring one day and plummeting just as quickly the next. In the long term, however, bitcoin remains one of the most profitable investments, used by many investors as…

The Ministry of Health, led by Vlastimil Válek (TOP 09), recently tightened regulations on alternative nicotine products such as electronic cigarettes, heated tobacco and nicotine sachets. These products, which are considered less harmful than traditional cigarettes, have become the target of new legislation which, among other things, has introduced a…

Fashion group Esprit plans to close all 56 of its stores in Germany by the end of this year, resulting in job losses for some 1,300 workers, according to DPA. The insolvent European arm of the company is expected to sell trademark rights to British financial investor Alteri. Esprit did…