April 28 - North Korea confirms deployment of troops in Russia: they helped liberate Kursk region
North Korea today officially confirmed for the first time that its troops have been deployed on Russian territory to help Russian forces regain control of the Kursk region, which was seized by Ukrainian forces in the summer of 2024. The news, published by North Korea's state-run KCNA news agency, marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing war in Ukraine and raises fears of further escalation of the conflict. (More here)
29 April - Ungelt Theatre celebrates 30 years, 84 premieres under its belt
The Ungelt Theatre's 30th season started in September 2024 and will culminate on 2 October 2025, 30 years after its opening. The theatre will celebrate this anniversary season with three premieres, a charity evening for the Paraple Centre and a special anniversary website. In 1995, founder Milan Hein and his friend and advisor Miloš Kopecký opened the doors of the Ungelt Theatre near Old Town Square together, and started the tradition of chair donations by prominent personalities. (More here)
30 April - The conclave to elect the 267th Pope will begin on 7 May, following the Mass for the eternal repose of the late Pope Francis
VATICAN CITY - The cardinals present in Rome have agreed that the conclave will begin on May 7, 2025. The decision was made at the Fifth General Congregation held Monday morning in the Vatican's Synod Hall. The conclave will be held in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, which will be closed to visitors during those days. (More here)
May 1 - Did you know about it yet? What's actually new in the tax laws and what's the latest you need to know about the accounting amendment?
PRAGUE - The Senate approved an amendment to the Labour Code. The notice period will start as soon as the notice is delivered. The probationary period will be extended. 14-year-olds will be allowed to work part-time. (More here)
2 May - German intelligence labels AfD a right-wing extremist group
Germany's domestic intelligence service has officially classified the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party as a "proven right-wing extremist organisation", the most serious step yet in Berlin's efforts to curb the growing political force. (More here)
3 May - Nigel Farage could be the next British Prime Minister
Reform UK's historic victory in the Runcorn and Helsby by-elections could make Nigel Farage the next British Prime Minister, according to The Telegraph. In Helsby, Sarah Pochin narrowly won by six votes in what is considered one of the biggest electoral surprises in British history. This result, taking place at dawn over Widnes near Runcorn, where the votes were counted at Halton Stadium, is not unique. (More here)
3 May - Prime Minister Albanese's Labor Party wins Australian election
SYDNEY - Australia's centre-left Labor Party, led by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, won a second term in Saturday's federal election. (More here)
4 May - Czech Republic will continue to support Ukraine, ammunition initiative continues, President Pavel
The Czech Republic agrees with other European countries that Ukraine should continue to be supported, Czech President Petr Pavel said at a joint press conference with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at Prague Castle. (More here)
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