Construction firm CREAM has paused demolition work on a burned-out building in the former Bata industrial complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, after experts recommend preserving part of the original structural framework.
The company Cream has paused the demolition of a fire-damaged building in the Baťa complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, with intentions to preserve a portion of the structure. This decision comes after the building was partially destroyed by fire.
Thousands of people from across the Czech Republic gathered in Kroměříž for the annual harvest festival, celebrating the end of the harvest season in the Zlín region with activities like grain threshing.
Approximately 1,300 households in the Zlín and South Moravian regions remained without electricity on Friday morning following storms on Thursday evening and overnight.
More than 20,000 residents in the Jižní Svahy housing estate in Zlín, Czech Republic, are without hot water this week due to scheduled maintenance and repairs. The outage, known locally as 'Svitov holiday', will last until Friday.
During the demolition of Building 34 in Zlín, the iconic burnt poster featuring Tomáš Baťa's portrait, which had survived a previous fire, collapsed along with another section of the structure.
Hundreds of fish died in the Dřevnice river in Zlín, Czech Republic, last week. The incident could have been prevented by a separate storm sewer system, which the city currently does not plan to build.
Fruit growers in the Zlín region of Czechia anticipate a harvest of only a quarter or a fifth of the usual yield this year, severely impacted by spring frosts and summer droughts.
Pavel Genzer from Zlín, Czech Republic, a trolleybus driver, has accepted diaconal ordination and intends to continue working as a driver while serving in the Catholic Church.
The 34th building of the Baťa complex in Zlín, which was previously damaged by fire, is slated for demolition. A demolition company from Třinec will take over the site to dismantle the structure.
The Dřevnice river in Zlín, Czech Republic, is experiencing its second-lowest July flow in 40 years, with decreasing water levels and rising temperatures posing a significant threat to fish.
Rožnov pod Radhoštěm is implementing a new program to provide 1,000 CZK or school supplies directly to parents of first-graders, a practice also adopted by other municipalities in the Zlín Region.
Investigators are deploying a pyrotechnic robot to safely examine parts of a high-rise building in Zlín, Czech Republic, to determine the cause of a fire that took nearly two weeks to extinguish.
Firefighters in Zlín, Czech Republic, have finally extinguished a massive fire in a high-rise building after nearly two weeks. The blaze destroyed over 70,000 pairs of shoes and required extensive efforts to bring under control.
Firefighters have stopped spraying water on the site of a partially collapsed high-rise building in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, as temperatures under the rubble have decreased. Drones equipped with thermal cameras will continue to monitor for any remaining hotspots.
Temperatures are dropping at the site of a high-rise building fire in Zlín, Czech Republic, with firefighting efforts continuing for the twelfth day, aided by recent thunderstorms and showers.
The Zlín Region will adjust the bus schedules for line 101, connecting Vsetín in the Czech Republic with Púchov in Slovakia, starting July 27, with the morning service from Vsetín departing 20 minutes later.
The Zlín region in the Czech Republic has opened the 'Yellow Doors Center' to provide support and first aid to homeless, unemployed, or drug-addicted individuals, as well as those facing other difficult life situations.
Firefighters are in their sixth day of battling a fire at a high-rise building in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic. They continue to douse the rubble of the building, part of which collapsed last week. Criminal investigators are working to determine the cause of the fire in the 11-story building number 34, with investigations expected to take months.
Firefighters are actively battling a significant blaze at a high-rise commercial building in Ashdod, with efforts expected to continue for several days.
More than 100 firefighters are responding to a significant fire on a railway embankment in east London. The blaze has required a large-scale operation to bring it under control.
A significant fire has caused substantial damage to a building in the historic Baťa area of Zlín, which archivists describe as the heart of the complex. Firefighters are cooling the structures overnight, with the damage considered critical for the city's architecture.
The Vasky shoe company lost nearly all its inventory, estimated at 75,000 pairs of shoes, in a devastating fire at a twelve-story building in Zlín, Czech Republic.
Smaller municipalities in the Zlín Region are expanding their public housing offerings by undertaking direct construction instead of relying on developers. Horní Bečva, for instance, is building a large apartment building with over fifty units, which will be one of the largest municipal housing projects in the region.
Firefighters have brought large warehouse fires under control in Milan, Italy, and Zlín, Czech Republic, with helicopters assisting in the latter due to difficult access to remaining structures.
Facing a shortage of acute psychiatric beds in the Zlín Region, Kroměříž Psychiatric Hospital is constructing a new 768 million CZK pavilion that will provide 90 acute care beds for adults and 25 for children and adolescents.
A regional hospital in Zlín, Czech Republic, offered free, no-appointment mole checks to nearly 300 people as part of melanoma prevention efforts ahead of the summer season.
The city of Zlín is launching the 'BaťaPas' from Wednesday until the end of September, offering discounted entry and benefits to significant sites connected to Tomáš Baťa and his family for visitors staying in the city.
Blacksmiths at the VIVA forge in Zlín, Czech Republic, are struggling with tropical temperatures and are using methods like showers, ice cream, and ion drinks to cope with the extreme heat in their workspaces.
Europe is experiencing a severe heatwave with record-breaking temperatures, prompting orange warnings across several countries and health advisories for the public. Scientists attribute the intensity of this heatwave to climate change, with some cities like Paris implementing alcohol restrictions in public spaces.
The Czech government is planning to implement a ban on mobile phones in schools starting in 2027. This decision comes amidst ongoing discussions about the financing of public media and strikes by public media employees in the Czech Republic.
Traffic restrictions near Tomáš Baťa Regional Hospital in Zlín will conclude before the holidays, as road workers are set to move their operations to other locations within the region.
The Zlín Region in the Czech Republic has approved plans to establish a new public research institution focused on scientific and creative activities, aiming to retain experts in the region.
More than half of the Zlín region in the Czech Republic is experiencing significant drought, leading to below-average water levels and lower crop yields after a spring with insufficient rainfall.
Zlín Zoo has moved its Humboldt penguins to a renovated enclosure previously used by sea lions, providing them with significantly more space and a larger pool.
Street art artists from various cities transformed billboards in Zlín's city center into an open-air gallery over the weekend, replacing previously tagged and unsightly advertisements with colorful graffiti.
The State District Archive in Zlín held an open day at its headquarters, offering hundreds of visitors a glimpse into normally inaccessible areas and sharing interesting facts about Tomáš Baťa, who was described as an 'average student'.
Štěpán Hložek has been appointed the new director of the Museum of Southeast Moravia in Zlín, taking office on Monday after the passing of Pavel Hrubec.
Zlín Zoo is changing the arrangement of its Congolese lion breeding group to accommodate three lionesses seized by the state from private breeders, focusing on the socialization of one lioness.
New cyclobuses will begin operating in the Zlín Region from mid-June, expanding their routes to include the White Carpathians, in addition to existing lines to Beskydy, Hostýnské vrchy, and Chřiby.
The African elephant Jack will be removed from the Zlín Zoo after it attacked and killed a second female elephant. Jack had previously killed an elephant in another country, and a commission will decide its future placement.
The Zlín region in the Czech Republic faces the highest risk of vehicle collisions with animals, with an average incident occurring every 2.5 kilometers, most commonly involving deer, wild boars, and hares.
The historical Legiovlak, a mobile museum traveling across the Czech Republic, has arrived in Zlín, offering visitors a glimpse into the authentic lives of Czechoslovak soldiers and legionaries. The exhibition aims to bring history closer to the public.
The Zlín Zoological Garden has inaugurated a new covered parking lot equipped with a photovoltaic power plant, described as the largest of its kind in Moravia and the second largest in the Czech Republic.
Students from Tomas Bata University in Zlín conducted interactive lectures for ninth-grade pupils, training them on how to act in crisis situations, including practicing how to defend themselves in a classroom.
A new early care center for families with children with disabilities is being built in Kudlov, Zlín, by the EDUCO organization, offering therapies, parent support, and respite services.
An oil-like substance has leaked into the Morava River near Otrokovice and Kroměříž in the Czech Republic. Firefighters from the Zlín Region are deploying booms to contain the spill and prevent its further spread.
Researchers from Tomas Bata University in Zlín, in collaboration with Slovak partners, have developed new software that uses satellite imagery to help Czech municipalities combat drought and overheating in critical urban areas.
Farmers in the Zlín and Plzeň regions of the Czech Republic are facing significant challenges due to a lack of rainfall, with drought conditions threatening spring crops and raising concerns about insufficient feed for livestock.
The largest housing estate in Zlín, Czech Republic, has implemented new parking restrictions for vans, a measure similar to one in Teplice, aimed at freeing up parking spaces for residents.
Workers across various regions observed Labor Day with protests demanding wage increases, tax reforms, and improved working conditions. The day also featured job fairs offering thousands of opportunities and discussions on labor policies.
The Zlín Region in the Czech Republic is facing extreme drought, with most districts under a higher threat level for soil dryness. In response, the regional leadership has decided to allocate 7.3 million Czech Koruna for water retention projects in forests.
The city of Zlín has begun a major reconstruction of the outdoor swimming pool at its municipal baths, marking the first significant repair since its opening in 1985, with plans for a new foil, diving boards, and water entries.
Organizers of major summer music festivals in the Zlín region, including Masters of Rock and Vizovické Trnkobraní, report higher ticket sales compared to last year, indicating strong public interest.
A new railway operator has introduced Spanish-made trains for a new line connecting Prague to Bratislava, with services also available in the Zlín Region.
Over half a million liters of pure alcohol were officially distilled in the Zlín region last year, with overall production increasing. Customs officials report a concurrent rise in the black market for distillates.
Farmers in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic are employing ecological methods, including the use of predators, to control a fivefold overpopulation of voles threatening this year's harvest.
The city of Brumov-Bylnice in the Zlín region is preparing a cooperative housing project, which includes the construction of three apartment buildings with 68 flats.
Russia has reportedly identified European drone manufacturers and other entities as legitimate targets, and published a map of potential targets in Europe. This has led to diplomatic actions, including Czechia summoning the Russian ambassador to address the threats.
A new analysis of micro-regions in the Czech Republic indicates that Luhačovice is the second most prosperous area, with the Zlín region featuring prominently among the top ten.
In the Czech Republic, about 25,000 people suffer a stroke annually. It is a sudden health complication where the most important factor is the race against time.
The 'Tulipomania' exhibition has commenced at Buchlovice Castle in the Uherské Hradiště region of the Czech Republic. Thousands of flowers, including nearly fifty varieties of cut tulips from Holland and France, adorn the baroque interiors.
The Tomáš Baťa Memorial in Zlín has launched its new season with an exhibition titled 'Vysněné město' (Dream City). The exhibition commemorates the 150th anniversary of Tomáš Baťa's birth and 135 years since the birth of architect František Lýdie Gahura, a close collaborator of Baťa.
The Zlín Region in the Czech Republic has approved a series of investment plans totaling 300 million crowns for ongoing road repairs across seven locations, including a significant upgrade to a second-class road in Nedakonice.
Indian officials and airlines discussed tightening pilot drug testing rules, while a company in Zlín, Czech Republic, is seeking to preserve a fire-damaged part of the historic Bata building.
Future doctors in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic can participate in a free internship program called 'Doctor 100' with the Medical Rescue Service, allowing them to experience urgent medicine firsthand.
A small German airplane crashed in the Velebit mountain range in Croatia, resulting in the deaths of two individuals. Rescue teams faced challenging conditions to reach the wreckage and recover the bodies.
Kroměříž Hospital in the Czech Republic is set to open a new emergency reception area, featuring modern facilities including social amenities, temporary placement spaces, and an operating room, funded largely by the Zlín Region.
The Zlín region in the Czech Republic is experiencing severe drought, with wells running dry, fishing banned, and rivers like the Juhyně reduced to mere centimeters of water. Local municipalities are urging residents to conserve water.
A bear sighting near Banská Bystrica has prompted local authorities to advise increased caution among residents. This incident follows a house fire in the same city, which is now under control.
Preparations for the construction of the Vlachovice reservoir in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic are delayed after the Ministry of Environment returned key EIA documentation for completion.
The demolition of the eleven-story Building 34 in the former Baťa complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, has commenced. The owner, Cream company, handed over the site to a construction firm, with heavy machinery now on site.
Approximately half a ton of fish, including carp and a 30-kilogram catfish, died in the Dřevnice river in Zlín, Czech Republic, following a storm, attributed to thermal shock and lack of oxygen.
Despite losing a significant city landmark, Zlín remains known as Baťa's city, with "King of Shoes" Tomáš Baťa still serving as a benchmark for Czechs regarding quality, price, and employee care, 150 years after his birth.
The building authority in Zlín issued a decision for the immediate demolition of building 34 in the former Baťa complex after a fire, with the most critical part needing removal within six weeks.
Firefighters remain at the site of a massive fire in the Baťa complex near Zlín's center, which was extinguished after nearly 14 days. The partial collapse of the building will significantly complicate the investigation into the cause of the fire.
A nearby gym, Legends Gym, is dealing with the aftermath of a fire at building 34 in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, requiring three days and nights of cleaning dust from equipment and remaining closed due to the safety perimeter.
Firefighters are still battling a high-rise building fire in Zlín's former factory complex on its thirteenth day, with temperatures gradually decreasing but still reaching 50 degrees Celsius in some areas, aided by drone monitoring.
Temperatures at the site of the high-rise building fire in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín are decreasing, partly due to recent stormy and rainy weather in the region.
Strong winds on Friday evening led to the evacuation of approximately 20 people from four buildings near a burning structure in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic. Residents were able to return to their homes on Saturday morning.
The demolition of the burned-out Building 34 in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, is estimated to take several weeks, according to the owner, Cream company.
Firefighters are in their sixth day of extinguishing a large fire in a high-rise building in Zlín, Czech Republic, with investigations into the cause expected to take months.
The center of Zlín, Czech Republic, is partially returning to normal operations after firefighters brought a multi-day blaze at building 34 in the former Svit complex under control, allowing the reduction of the risk perimeter.
Hundreds of people are visiting the site of a devastating fire at building number 34 in Zlín, Czech Republic, where firefighters are still working to extinguish the blaze three days later, with a lingering smoke spreading for kilometers.
The company Cream, owner of building 34 in the former Baťa industrial complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, which was destroyed by a fire, had planned a 2 billion reconstruction project set to begin next year, including apartments and commercial spaces.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck the western part of the Czech Republic and was felt in Slovakia, with initial reports suggesting it might have been a quarry blast. Seismologists are working to confirm the exact strength and epicenter of the tremors.
A fire broke out in the historic Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, leading to discussions among architects and historians about whether to rebuild a replica or construct new architecture if the damaged building cannot be saved.
New fires have erupted at a factory in Aspropyrgos, Greece, in the Lakkas Katsaris area, prompting an emergency alert. Separately, a building in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, is also on fire, with no reported injuries.
The cultural and creative center Živý Zlín is organizing summer evenings at Zlín Castle, featuring concerts, dance events, an open-air cinema, and children's activities with swing and Latin jazz music.
František Skála's four-meter, four-ton wire sculpture 'Vulpes,' resembling a dog and representing a monument to endangered beings, has moved from Zlín to an exhibition in Telč.
Traffic signage will be adjusted in several locations in the center of Zlín during the summer holidays, with the city utilizing the weaker traffic period to allow drivers to adapt to the new arrangements.
Europe is experiencing an extreme heatwave with temperatures exceeding 35 degrees Celsius, affecting 150 million people and causing disruptions like the cancellation of Paris Pride. While the heat begins to subside in France, it is now moving towards Eastern Europe, prompting concerns about public health and the environment.
The Zlín regional government in the Czech Republic has investigated five illegal social accommodation facilities over six months, identifying locations in Ostrožská Nová Ves, Topolná, and Strání, highlighting the region's significant issue with such establishments.
The Zlín region in the Czech Republic will introduce its first 24/7 self-service stores, combining traditional sales with modern technology and parcel pick-up points, to explore the future of rural retail.
Due to a shortage of acute psychiatric beds in the Zlín Region, Kroměříž Psychiatric Hospital is constructing a new pavilion costing 768 million CZK, which will add 90 acute beds for adults and 25 for children and adolescents.
The Summer Stage of the Zlín City Theatre is set to open its season with new productions, including 'Splašené nůžky' and 'Starý bílý muž', offering four performances by the end of June.
New sports facilities, including skateparks, are being built in Zlín and Holešov in the Zlín Region of the Czech Republic, costing tens of millions of crowns and designed for street sports like skateboarding and trick scooters.
The municipality of Lukoveček in the Zlín region has completed a new sewerage system, a major project costing 130 million Czech crowns, which took 16 months to build and is now awaiting final approval.
The 'Zkouška sirén' (Siren Test) is the name for regular meetings of mothers in the Zlín region, forming an offline community called Zlínské Matky, where they share parenting and entrepreneurial ambitions.
A school in Zlín is constructing a multi-sensory 'snoezelen' room for 15 students with mental disabilities, designed to aid in relaxation and learning, set to open in September.
Residents of Zlín, Czech Republic, with permanent residency can now receive discounts on selected city services starting in June. The city council has introduced a 'Citizen Card' to provide benefits for permanent residents.
Construction work has commenced on the I/49 road leading into Zlín from Vizovice and Vsetín, closing half of the road near a Lidl store and the intersection to Baťa Hospital. This section is one of the busiest in the Czech Republic, expected to cause driver delays.
The Czech real estate market is experiencing extreme conditions, with a severe housing shortage pushing apartment prices to new record highs, increasing by 12.5% year-on-year.
An Austrian man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for plotting an Islamist attack on a Taylor Swift concert in Vienna. The man was convicted of planning the attack with an accomplice.
Another outbreak of Newcastle disease (pseudomor) has been confirmed in Brumov-Bylnice in the Zlín region, leading to extraordinary veterinary measures and a protection zone that extends into Slovakia.
An African elephant male that attacked and killed a female elephant at the Zlín Zoological Garden will be transferred to a different facility. Experts will decide on its new placement within the European breeding program.
The Zlín Region in the Czech Republic is providing over 4.5 million CZK in subsidies to 27 tourist information centers, aiming to support their development and enhance their services.
Zlín's Gallery and Museum Night will showcase the work of animator Ivo Hejcman, alongside other cultural attractions, with free admission and historical bus transport.
Eva Sedláčková, the former head of the Zlín Regional Hygiene Station in the Czech Republic, has admitted to hitting a motorcyclist and fleeing the scene last year, but a prosecutor has decided against her prosecution.
The Zlín Otrokovice transport company is set to replace half of its vehicle fleet with 50 new trolleybuses and buses, costing over 430 million CZK. The first of these modern vehicles have already been showcased in Otrokovice.
The city of Zlín in the Czech Republic has begun the modernization of another intersection at Benešovo nábřeží and Dlouhá streets. The project involves temporary traffic lights, relocated pedestrian crossings, and detours as part of a larger reconstruction effort.
Residents and regional governments in the Czech Republic, particularly the Zlín Region, are protesting and rejecting proposals for 'acceleration zones' designated for renewable energy projects. A minister has responded with changes that could complicate future wind turbine construction.
An unknown substance has leaked into the Morava River near Kroměříž, Czech Republic, identified by colored stains. Dozens of firefighters from across the Zlín Region have been deployed to contain and identify the substance.
A meteorological warning for fire danger has been issued for the South Moravian, Zlín, and parts of the Olomouc regions in the Czech Republic, advising against starting fires or burning grass until Monday midnight.
Due to extreme drought, a ban on open fires is in effect indefinitely in the Zlín Region of the Czech Republic. Restrictions also apply to the use of open flames, pyrotechnics, and the operation of steam locomotives without fire prevention measures.
A new, modern elliptical wooden house is under construction in Valašské Klobouky in the Zlín Region, built on the foundations of a previously unfinished structure and expected to be completed next year.
Police in Zlín, Czech Republic, are investigating the circumstances surrounding an unknown substance leak at a shopping center, interviewing witnesses and reviewing CCTV footage while awaiting lab results.
An unknown substance leaked at a shopping center in Zlín, Czech Republic, leading to the evacuation of approximately 150 people. Emergency services responded to the incident to secure the area.
A public transport company in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic is seeing returns on its investment in electric buses, as higher fuel prices increase operational costs for diesel vehicles.
A new interstate agreement will allow Czech and Slovak rescuers to respond more quickly to emergencies in the border areas of the Zlín region, with teams from either country assisting if closer.
Mountaineer, adventurer, and writer Reinhold Messner has arrived in Zlín to be the main star of the 30th annual "Unknown Land" travel festival, where he will deliver a lecture.
The Zlín Region in the Czech Republic will distribute over ten million Czech crowns to organizations providing palliative care for terminally ill patients. This financial aid responds to data indicating a high number of palliative patients residing in the region.
Twelve women who have overcome cancer are participating as models for a charity calendar, a collaborative project by students and teachers from a fashion school and the Oncology Center in Zlín, Czech Republic, to support the fight against cancer.
A proposal for a new transport terminal in Zlín, featuring parking, accommodation, and shops, has been presented as part of a billion-crown project to expand and modernize the railway line between Otrokovice and Zlín.
The Czech Republic is celebrating 150 years since the birth of entrepreneur Tomáš Baťa, founder of the renowned shoe empire and a figure who significantly shaped the city of Zlín, with the anniversary recognized by UNESCO.
Summer camps for children in the Czech Republic, particularly in the Zlín region, are experiencing high demand and filling up rapidly, even with increased prices due to rising food and energy costs.
Police in the Zlín Region of the Czech Republic have increased driver controls, focusing on vehicle technical condition, speed, and sobriety, following several recent cases of high alcohol levels among drivers.
Zlín is commemorating the 150th anniversary of the birth of entrepreneur Tomáš Baťa, founder of the shoe empire, with various events including ceremonies, exhibitions, and tours throughout the week.
A Czech article highlights a concerning trend in the Zlín region, where police have apprehended multiple drivers with extremely high blood alcohol content, with experts pointing to heavy pre-driving consumption as a primary issue.
Zlín municipality plans to install extensive camera systems at newly built recreational areas to enhance child and parent safety, starting with the Vysoká mez central playground opening this week.
Up to half of foreign students from Zlín's Tomáš Baťa University who complete their studies in a foreign language program remain in the Czech Republic, but only a minority stay in Zlín, often struggling to find employment with local companies.
Authorities in Zlín, Czech Republic, are installing new speed cameras in two locations to target drivers exceeding the speed limit, with enforcement expected to begin in October.
The first 'Financial Fortress' summer camp is being held at Tomáš Baťa University in Zlín, where children are learning about financial literacy, including spending, debt, investments, and finding well-paying jobs.
A children's camp in Fryšták, Zlín region, is learning shoemaking in temporary facilities after being displaced from its original workshop in Zlín due to a fire at Building 34.
State prosecutor Martin Malůš has requested a cumulative sentence of 21 to 22 years in prison for Daniel Kratochvíl, who is accused of setting fire to a bar in Zlín last year. The request was made during the ongoing main hearing at the Zlín branch of the Brno Regional Court.
The opening screening of the Tartuff film festival attracted a full house, indicating strong public interest in the event. This comes as the Children’s film festival in Zlín also kicks off.
Demolition has commenced on the burned-out high-rise building 34 in the Baťa complex in Zlín, a process expected to take approximately 25 working days. A 100-ton excavator equipped with hydraulic shears is being used to dismantle the structure.
Už několik dní po sobě neopustila Bystřice pod Hostýnem první pětici nejteplejších míst ve Zlínském kraji. Ve středu tu meteorologové opět naměřili maximum 38 stupňů.
In tropical weather, lifeguards face increased demands, with swimming pools in Zlín, Czech Republic, regularly overcrowded. The Zelené swimming pool has boosted its lifeguard patrols to five.
The owner of building 34 in the former Baťa complex in Zlín, Cream company, has arranged for its demolition, with preparatory work expected to begin next week after the fire.
The Zlín building authority has ordered the immediate demolition of fire-damaged Building 34 in the former Baťa complex. The eleven-story structure was largely destroyed by a fire that erupted on July 9th and took firefighters fifteen days to extinguish.
Pyrotechnicians are conducting a survey along the future D55 highway section between Napajedly and Babice in the Zlín region, using specialized equipment to clear the route for construction expected to begin next year.
Harvests in the Slovácko region of the Zlín Region, Czech Republic, are halfway complete, with some yields up to a third lower due to severe drought, resulting in millions of crowns in losses for farmers.
The town of Napajedla in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic has introduced a virtual currency system called Corrency to support local merchants and prevent the closure of small shops.
Firefighters are still battling a high-rise building fire in Zlín, Czech Republic, on its eleventh day, using thermal drones to locate remaining hotspots. The number of responding units has been reduced as temperatures drop.
Firefighters are still battling a large fire in a high-rise building in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, with operations expected to continue through the weekend.
Four days after a destructive fire, the area around building 34 in the Baťa complex in Zlín remains closed as firefighters cool smoldering debris. The incident has become the main topic of discussion in the city.
Life is gradually returning to normal in the Baťa's area of Zlín, Czech Republic, following a recent fire. Firefighters are still dousing the remains of building 34, but the Baťa Institute, housing a library and museum, is seeing increased activity.
The use of shared bicycles is increasing in the Zlín Region, Czech Republic, with locals and tourists alike adopting them for commuting and travel between towns along the Bečva cycle path.
Firefighters in Zlín are continuing to cool the remains of a burnt-out building, with six units remaining on site. The commander of the operation likened the experience to the 9/11 attacks, emphasizing the lasting impact of the event.
Firefighters in Zlín, Czech Republic, utilized a drone to monitor and navigate through a burning building at the Baťa factory complex, capturing dramatic footage of the inferno.
Firefighters have brought a large fire at a high-rise building within the Svit factory complex in Zlín under control, preventing further spread. The blaze caused millions in damages and led to the collapse of two-thirds of the affected building.
A significant building in the former Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, was engulfed in fire on Thursday. An expert from the Zlín Architectural Manual stated that the building was an important example of industrial architecture and is irreplaceable.
A fire at a shoe warehouse on the ninth floor of building 34 in Zlín's former Baťa factory complex has led firefighters to declare a special, highest-level alarm, indicating a major emergency.
With the start of summer holidays, young people in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic are taking on temporary jobs in restaurants and other services, often marking their first employment experience.
Napajedla in the Zlín region is launching the CORRENCY virtual currency system, offering the first 1,000 registered residents virtual currency for advantageous shopping with registered merchants to support the local economy.
Police are searching for eight-year-old Filip Tomšíček from the Zlín region. The boy is approximately 140 centimeters tall with dark hair, and authorities are asking for any information from the public.
A deadly 'Omega' heatwave is sweeping across Europe, breaking temperature records in countries like France and Spain, with over 65 million Europeans experiencing extreme heat. The heatwave has led to at least one death in Italy, widespread red alerts, and efforts to mitigate its impact in senior care homes.
After years of delays, drivers can now use a 17-kilometer section of the D49 highway from Hulín to Fryšták in the Zlín Region, with the opening celebrated 18 years after the groundbreaking.
A new seven-kilometer section of the D49 highway between Holešov and Fryšták in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic opened unexpectedly, days ahead of schedule, despite an ongoing lawsuit.
The Zlín Region in the Czech Republic is implementing new public transport schedules, transitioning to holiday operations. Connections will be strengthened for various festivals and celebrations in early July, with some routes in the Zlín and Kroměříž regions also being adjusted based on local demand.
The renovated 18th-century Mikuláštík's Fojtství in Jasenná, Zlín Region, has reopened to visitors, featuring new exhibitions about Portáši, brigands, and life in Wallachia after extensive reconstruction by the Wallachian Open-Air Museum in Rožnov.
The Faculty of Humanities at Tomáš Baťa University in Zlín, Czech Republic, has donated dozens of decommissioned but functional computers to primary schools in Ukraine, including one in Koločava.
The Czech city of Vsetín has won a regional competition for the lowest production of mixed municipal waste, defending its previous year's title in the Zlín Region.
Czech President Petr Pavel visited the Zlín region, culminating in a hike with scouts to Svatý Hostýn, and announced his participation in an upcoming government meeting to discuss who will attend the NATO summit in Ankara.
Towns and municipalities in the Zlín and Kroměříž regions of the Czech Republic are protesting against the proposed locations for wind and solar power acceleration zones, citing poorly chosen sites as a primary concern.
Vizovice in the Zlín region is set to open a new cycling path this Saturday. The over two-kilometer section follows the route of the unfinished Baťa railway, with a ceremonial opening featuring a parade of historic bicycles.
The Zlín Film Festival is commemorating Miloš Macourek, a distinguished figure in Czech screenwriting and literature, known for 27 feature films and 14 TV series. His most famous works, including 'Arabela' and 'Saxana', were created in collaboration with Václav Vorlíček, with whom he was brought closer by a shared snack.
The Zlín Film Festival is set to showcase 300 films from a record 57 countries, opening with a Czech fantasy film. Preparations for the festival are in full swing, including logistical arrangements for attendees.
Zlín Zoo has reopened its African area, Karibuni, after a tragic incident where a 33-year-old male elephant, Jack, attacked and killed female elephant Ulu.
Hundreds of visitors attended an 'Open Forests Day' event in the Zlín region, where foresters showcased their work, including demonstrations of hunting dogs and weapons, and tree planting.
The city of Zlín in the Czech Republic has shortened waiting times for mammographic screenings for breast cancer. From mid-year, a referral from a gynecologist or general practitioner will no longer be required.
The city of Zlín in the Czech Republic is accelerating plans for the reconstruction of the former Květen cinema in Malenovice. The 100 million crown investment will transform the venue into a modern cultural center for art and community events, with city councilors approving the funding.
A man in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic fled police on an electric scooter at speeds up to 100 km/h, despite having previously lost his driver's license. The scooter is classified as a motorcycle.
Zlín's Domovinka program supports seniors in their homes, aligning with a national trend to keep them in their domestic environment for as long as possible through various field services, including housing adjustments, care, and health services.
The Transport and Energy Construction Authority has begun processing permits for the construction of a new section of the D55 highway near Napajedla in the Zlín region. This segment, connecting a new bridge over the Morava River to the Fatra factory complex, is part of a larger highway project.
An asylum house in Zlín has completed the reconstruction of its bathrooms, replacing bathtubs with modern shower stalls and new tiling, to better serve mothers with children in distress.
The Zlín region will purchase Building 23 in the former Baťa industrial complex in Zlín from the city for 146 million Czech crowns, intending for it to continue serving business development and innovation.
Hundreds of firefighters are deployed to combat ongoing fires near Zubří and Rusava in the Zlín Region of the Czech Republic, as a fire danger warning remains in effect due to dry and windy conditions.
Workers in various countries, including the Philippines and Nigeria, marked Labor Day with protests and calls for higher wages amid economic challenges. Leaders acknowledged the struggles while urging continued effort from the labor force.
The transfusion department at Tomáš Baťa Regional Hospital in Zlín organized a special "Witch Burning" themed blood donation event, featuring staff in costumes and themed decorations.
The Zlín, Olomouc, and Moravian-Silesian regions in the Czech Republic are reintroducing seasonal cyclobuses starting May 1st, operating on weekends and holidays, and daily in July and August.
The Baťa factory complex in Zlín, Czech Republic, is set for a multi-billion crown redevelopment project by Cream company. The functionalist complex will be transformed into a new quarter integrating housing and business, following new railway infrastructure.
The Municipal Theater Zlín in the Czech Republic will premiere a musical production about Karel Kryl, a poet and singer-songwriter whose work became a symbol of resistance to the Soviet occupation of Czechoslovakia in August 1968.
Paramedics in the Zlín Region of the Czech Republic are beginning to use new 5G technology to transmit real-time image and patient data from incident scenes, funded by an EU and regional grant.
The final missing section of the D55 highway in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic, spanning seven kilometers, is scheduled to begin construction in spring 2027, with preparatory work starting in May.
Students at Tomáš Baťa University in Zlín, Czech Republic, are developing unique porridge flavors such as cherry with amaretto and kiwi with rose, while also considering costs, marketability, and competition.
The Zlín–Otrokovice transport company is testing a new system designed to speed up public transport by giving buses and trolleybuses priority at intersections.
Ambasador, a two-year-old Ussuri tiger from Münster Zoo in Germany, has arrived at Zlín Zoo to become the new partner for the resident tigress, Samba, described by keepers as impressive and beautiful.
Farmers in the Zlín region of Czechia are facing challenges from wolf attacks on their sheep and lengthy delays in receiving compensation, discouraging them from continuing sheep farming.
The Czech town of Brumov-Bylnice in the Zlín region has begun construction work on the Slunečná site, investing 60 million CZK to build infrastructure for new family homes, aiming to address the outflow of young families.
Easter, the most significant Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus Christ, is being observed in the Zlín region of the Czech Republic with various spiritual events, including Stations of the Cross, masses, and visits to sepulchers.
Miroslav Procházka has been appointed as the new director of the Regional Hygiene Station in the Zlín Region, Czech Republic, taking over from former director Eva Sedláčková, who resigned in January after being charged by police.