Tereza at Czech Animal Freedom - Volunteer's Day 5th Dec

One of the building blocks for the successful functioning of the organization is to help volunteer because volunteering and Animal Freedom go hand in hand for 22 years.

Without people who have decided to invest their energy and spare time to animal protection, we would not have even a fraction of what we have successfully behind.

Each year, 5. 12. commemorate International Volunteer Day, so we would like, on behalf of the entire Liberty animals to thank all our volunteers for helping them work for our organization absolutely crucial!

A large part of any success belongs to the volunteers who help us in the fight for animal rights help. Thank you very thankful for it, and we appreciate your help!

If you like to volunteer work, get inspired by the story of one of our volunteers and fill out the form or email us at dobrovolnici@svobodazvirat.cz .

Tereza | Cologne | 19 years | Why I volunteer Freedom for Animals?

I remember exactly the day when I woke up with the feeling that I have to somehow start repaying his debt to society, animals and nature. Later that day, I started looking on the internet various nonprofit organizations where I could be involved as a volunteer. Animal Freedom impressed me at first sight and after reading about the entire years of functioning of the organization, I decided to contact Freedom.

First I helped distribute promotional materials and collecting signatures on petitions, but I soon began to participate in collective action. Helping Animal Freedom me very fun and fills you with positive energy. Not only that, thanks to this activity every day to meet many wonderful and active people, but I also feel that changes are happening and have it all make sense.

Complete news including attachments can be found here: http://www.svobodazvirat.cz/novinky/dnes-je-mezinarodni-den-dobrovolniku.htm 

Tereza from Czech Animal Freedom and Volunteer's Day 5th Dec https://t.co/ooQxFiZaR6 pic.twitter.com/5XoSG7Hx4p

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Cats Photo Exhibition 25-26 Nov Pilsen

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Dovolte nám pozvat Vás na již 4. ročník charitativní fotovýstavy s názvem Kočky a lidé kolem nich, která se uskuteční v pátek 25. 11. a v sobotu 26. 11. 2016 v multikulturním prostoru iatelier.cz v Plzni na adrese Perlová 68/7.
Slavnostní zahájení výstavy (vernisáž) se uskuteční v pátek 25. 11. 2016 v 19 hodinv multikulturním prostoru iatelier.cz (Perlová 68/7, Plzeň), výstava bude v pátek ke shlédnutí do 22 hodin. V sobotu 26. 11. 2016 bude iatelier.cz pro veřejnost otevřen od 10 do 18 hodin.
Výstavu fotografií kočiček z našich depozit spolu s portréty členů naší Sekce na ochranu koček pro nás stejně jako v minulých letech připravili páni fotografové Roman Muchka a Jindřich Marek, kterým bychom rádi tímto vyjádřili naše obrovské díky za jejich nadšení a ochotu pomoci formou této výstavy dobré věci.
 
Cíl výstavy zůstává stejný jako u výstavy předchozí, tj. najít pro opuštěné kočky zobrazené na vystavených fotografiích nový domov, představit lidi, kteří se o tyto kočky starají a vzbudit zájem plzeňské veřejnosti o problematiku života opuštěných a týraných koček ve městě. Po celou dobu bude na místě možné přispět na pomoc opuštěným kočkám formou finančního daru.
Všechny fotografie budou na prodej a výtěžek bude věnován naší Sekci na ochranu koček. Fotografie, které se neprodají v průběhu výstavy, dáme později k dispozici k prodeji na našem facebookovém profilu.
Doufáme, že se Vám vystavené fotografie budou líbit stejně jako v uplynulých letech. Pokud patříte mezi milovníky kočičáků, přijďte se na výstavu podívat, rádi Vás uvidíme. :)
Odkaz na facebookovou událost této charitativní fotovýstavy naleznete zde.
Tisková zpráva zde.



Celou novinku včetně příloh naleznete zde: http://www.svobodazvirat.cz/novinky/pozvanka-na-4-charitativni-vystavu-fotografii-kocicek-z-nasich-depozit.htm


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Let us invite you to the already fourth annual charity photo exhibition entitled Cats and the people around them , which will be held on Friday, 25. 11. and Saturday 26. 11. 2016 in the multicultural space iatelier.cz in Pilsen at Pearl 68/7.
The opening ceremony of the exhibition (opening) will be held on Friday, 25. 11. 2016 at 19 o'clock in the multicultural space iatelier.cz (Perlová 68/7, Plzeň), the exhibition will be on Friday to watch up to 22 hours. On Saturday, 26. 11. 2016 will iatelier.cz open to the public 10 to 18 hours.
Exhibition of photographs of cats from our deposits along with portraits of members of our section to protect the cats for us, as in previous years, prepared masters photographers Roman Muchka and Mark Henry , whom we would like to hereby express our huge thanks for their enthusiasm and willingness to help form this show good cause .

Aim of the exhibition remains the same as in previous exhibitions, ie. To find abandoned cats exhibited photographs displayed on a new home, imagine the people who care about these cats and arouse interest Pilsen public about the problems of life, abandoned and abused cats in the city. Throughout the on-site can contribute to help abandoned cats in the form of a financial donation.
All photos will be for sale and proceeds will go to our section on protecting cats. Photos that are not sold during the exhibition, we will later be available for sale on our Facebook profile.
We hope you will enjoy the photographs, as in previous years. If you belong among lovers kočičáků, come to see the exhibition, we see you. :)
Link to the Facebook event this charity photo exhibition can be found here .
Press release here .

No Fur Day is Nov 25th

Press Release Animal Freedom, Prague 23. 11. 2016

On Friday, November 25, 2016 the animal rights activists around the world commemorate World Day without fur. Demonstrations or happenings will take place at more than 70 locations around the world. The Czech Republic will celebrate this day, the organization Freedom for Animals petitions and information kiosks in several cities, and moreover, on this occasion, the brand launches a new campaign called In his skin. Its aim will be to support the amendment to the law on protection of animals against cruelty, which proposes the abolition of fur farms in the Czech Republic and which is currently being discussed in the Chamber of Deputies.

"On Friday we are preparing two information booths - one in Plzeň and the other in Prague. In addition, our volunteers organize petition stalls in several other cities. Citizens there will be able to sign a petition to ban so-called farming. Fur animals, under which we have already collected over 30,000 signatures, "

says Lucie Moravcová, coordinator of the Campaign Against the Grain, led by the Freedom of animals. Plzensky information stall can be found on the corner of the street Franciscan Kopecky and orchards from 10 am to 12:30 pm. Stand in Prague will be located at the Florence next to the subway entrance between 15th and 19th hour. Moravcová further states:

"On World Day without fur also launch a brand new campaign, which will be named in his skin and aims to support the amendment to the law on protection of animals against cruelty, which cancels fur farms in the country. In early November because the law passed its first reading in the Chamber of Deputies. Further information about the campaign but still reveal. The event starts on Friday. "

World Day without fur (Fur Free Friday) comes from the US, where it has become customary to hold demonstrations protikožešinové always the first Friday after Thanksgiving. On this day, most Americans managed to Christmas shopping. Protikožešinová first nonviolent action took place in 1985 before the department store Macy's
in New York and Sacramento. Gradually, the idea has taken off worldwide. On this day there will be demonstrations against kožešinovému industry in almost all continents of the world.
More information can be found at www.protisrsti.cz or www.svobodazvirat.cz .
Contact Person: Lucie Moravcová, 736766188, lucie.moravcova@svobodazvirat.cz

Erik Best: Kellner and Babiš factions in Chinese shadows

Babiš vs. Kellner

By far the most significant of the 30 people receiving honors on Fri. from Miloš Zeman was Štěpán Popovič, a former high-ranking Communist who funded Petr Kellner in the early days of velvet capitalism. Whatever the current status of relations between Zeman and Kellner because of the president's fleeting predilection for Jaroslav Tvrdík's competing group of Chinese-backed Czech entrepreneurs, Zeman knows which side his bread is buttered on. Kellner's PPF was in China (and Russia) long before Tvrdík or Martin Roman had ever even heard about the OECD bank-reporting rules that made them scramble to find a frontman like CEFC for their Czech investments. One of Andrej Babiš's goals in joining forces with Daniel Herman is to block the campaign funds to ČSSD that make these circular investments possible. If he hurts Kellner's business in China in the process, so much the better. After all, there's only room for one No. 1.

Copyright: Actually we just copied and pasted this from a freebie of Erik's. We are opening negotiations for content. Sue us if you like.

Erik Best is @erikbest
http://www.fsfinalword.cz/

Czechs think Zeman is bowing down "excessively"

Majority of Czechs think declaration reassuring China was excessive

30-10-2016 10:09 | Daniela Lazarová

The majority of Czechs think the declaration on Czech-Chinese relations issued by the country’s key officials during a visit by the Dalai Lama was excessive and uncalled for, according to an outcome of a survey conducted by the polling agency Nielsen Admosphere for Czech Television. Forty-two percent of respondents said the declaration was excessive, while 11 percent described it as unusual, but necessary. Twenty percent of respondents consider it standard procedure, while four percent said it did not go far enough. The declaration signed by the president, prime minister and the heads of both chambers of Parliament said the Czech Republic fully respected China’s territorial integrity and emphasized that the Tibetan spiritual leader’s presence in the Czech Republic did not signal a change in the country’s foreign policy in relations with China. In a related poll, 69 percent of respondents said the Czech culture minister was fully entitled to meet with the Dalai Lama even if it angered China, 17 percent said the meeting should not have taken place.

http://www.radio.cz/en/section/news/majority-of-czechs-think-declaration-reassuring-china-was-excessive

Saving face? Centre-right parties want special session over “submissive” proclamation to China

Centre-right parties want special session over “submissive” proclamation to China

29-10-2016 18:15 | Daniela Lazarová

The center-right opposition parties TOP 09 and the Civic Democrats say they will call for a special session of the lower house of Parliament to debate the recent joint proclamation of leading Czech officials to reassure China of the Czech Republic’s continued interest in developing close ties with the country and saying the Czech Republic fully respects China’s territorial integrity. The proclamation came in connection with a visit to Prague by the Dalai Lama and his meeting with Culture Minister Daniel Herman. Opposition parties and the Christian Democrats of the ruling coalition have criticized the proclamation for its submissive tone saying that it degraded the Czech Republic and was a throw-back to the communist days. Right-wing senators have called on the chamber’s speaker Milan Stěch, who is running for re-election, to distance himself from the proclamation he signed or forego their support.

Courtesy of Cesky Rozhlas

http://www.radio.cz/en/section/news/centre-right-parties-want-special-session-over-submissive-proclamation-to-china

Actors versus Zeman: Protests gathering momentum

Leading cultural figures have called on the public to take part in protest gatherings in support of democracy. In a proclamation issued on the occasion of Czechoslovak Independence Day, several dozen actors, singers and writers criticized the president and government for its "submissive foreign policy" in relation to China saying that the country’s leaders do not have a mandate to turn the helm of the country eastward. They urge the head of state to stop spreading lies and apologize for his behavior. The signatories include the president of the Karlovy Vary Film Festival, Jiří Bartoška, singer Vojtěch Dyk, head of the drama ensemble at the National Theatre, Michal Dočekal, and journalist Karel Steigerwald, among others.

original courtesy of Cesky Rozhlas

http://www.radio.cz/en/section/news/cultural-figures-urge-action-in-support-of-democracy

Yoga the Mantra for Life

Yoga the Mantra for Life

Yoga is not only an exercise, but it is a lifestyle. It heals your body and mind and ensures core strength of the entire body. It helps you have full control of your thought process and gives you mental peace. I joined yoga class as a hook just like many others, to transform myself from ‘fat to fit’, but slowly it became my passion and the way to live a holistic life. At first, it was really tough for me. I could feel the numbness in my hands, legs and fingers, but I never lost hope. It is after my yoga sessions I learnt that it is a blend of Ayurveda and Modern Science. Eventually, I got deep into the subject and totally got amazed of its usefulness. You can say, “I am in love with Yoga and the science behind it”.


Yoga is that essential change which once incorporated into the lifestyle, changes your mindset towards life. Most health issues can be recovered with the help of yoga practice. Meditation and chanting Mantras are another form of this field, which has a strong impact in one’s life. Yoga does not confirm you quick results, but with patience, hard work and dedication one will definitely achieve the transformation. As a first-timer or beginner, getting yoga postures correct is a bit tough. Continuous practice and dedication will make you a PRO in Yoga asanas. After a few weeks into yoga practice, one will experience the goodness of its healing power. It acts as a therapy to avoid any unwanted stress and helps you live your life as a free bird, and fly soaring high. So my suggestion is get dressed in your Yoga attire, head on to your Yoga Mat, and get ready to explore the amazing benefits of yoga.



Jugnu Agarwal is a certified yoga teacher from Bangalore (India), educated under Master teachers from Bihar School of Yoga. Her teaching integrates dynamic vinyasa flow (linking movement with breath) hatha, prayanama with the application of precise alignment, visualization, intension and prayers to create an inner journey towards healing and empowerment. She likes to blend classical yoga and modern techniques along with meditation practices to establish optimal health, wellness, and spiritual awareness. She believes personal sadhana and svadhaya helps one grow more than anything else in their practice and journey. Her inclination to art helps her grasp more from nature and keeps her free spirited.
Few of her dedicated styles being: - 500 RYT affiliated to yoga alliance, under a master yogi Prenatal Yoga- healing course by Master Choa Kok Sui, World Pranic Healing Foundation. trainer (TRX, Kettle bell, Bosu)

Website:www.jugnusyoga.com

Russian Hacker Prague Arrest Video

PRAGUE -- Police in the Czech Republic's capital have detained a Russian citizen suspected of hacking U.S.-based websites.
A Prague police spokesman said late on October 18 that the suspect, whose identity was not disclosed, was detained in a restaurant.
The arrest was carried out on October 5 in cooperation with the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).
Hours after the arrest was made public, the professional networking service LinkedIn suggested that the arrest was tied to a 2012 breach of member information.
A spokesman for the U.S. Justice Department declined to confirm that or comment on a possible connection.

original video at

http://www.rferl.org/a/czech-police-detain-russian-hacker-suspect-fbi/28062592.html

Prague Coffee Festival 22-23 October

What is Prague Coffee Festival about?

The first ever Prague Coffee Festival took place in 2012. This October (22.-23.) it will celebrate for the fifth time all that is new and exciting on the coffee scene.
Prague Coffee Festival came into existence with the idea of promoting coffee culture and getting-together everyone who is keen on coffee: proffesional baristas, coffeeshop owners, coffee “beginners” and also people who are knowledgeable but want to learn more and more about it.
Recently a lot of attention has been paid to coffee, particularly to specialty coffee and to new brewing techniques which has even become popular among the general public. This fact was positively reflected in greater turnout of the first two years of our festival.
The Festival weekend is filled with tastings, coffeeshop and roastery presentations, workshops, lectures and music programme. The invited guests from abroad will be prepared to share their rich experience during lectures and discussions.

coffeefest.cz

Who organizes the Festival?

Prague Coffee Festival 2016 is organized by NGO Coffee Embassy whose main goal is to promote coffee culture and introduce the topics referring to coffee, its growers,processors and new methods in the industry to the general public.
The team of coffee specialists of the Coffee Embassy consists of ten experienced baristas and is led by Zuzana Černá, Czech Cup Taster Champion 2014 and 2015.

Brazilian Film Festival in Prague

The third edition of Kino Brasil film festival will take place from the 3rd till the 6th November 2016 in Bio Oko cinema in Prague. We would like to bring a bit of Brazilian sunshine into the generally dark and drizzly November days in the Czech Republic and offer you a selection of quality brazilian movies together with additional activities. Thus you will be able to taste the country so exotic for the Czech population with different senses. We are looking forward to meeting you in Bio Oko!


kinobrasil.cz for more details

Kino Brasil 2016 Invite

Kampa 10th Oct

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Narodni Trida Accident 11th Oct

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At the Blue Duckling

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The Kardashian Heist - We want your opinion

The Prague Times' Open Source Unit are developing lines of enquiry for the Kardashian Heist story which we will publish as news and as case studies for researchers and practitioners as the story unfolds. We'd like you to get involved too and we will explain how in a moment.

What's immediately evident is how the internet and social media are suspicious of the story as told and have asked some key questions of it. In fact, the internet and media are asking some very good questions indeed.

You can get involved by finding an internet article or social media post that, in your opinion, asks a key question. The article author's position can be that the story is fake, true, siding or non-committal. Tweet your links and question selection with the #praguetimes and #Kardashian robbery hashtags.

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Narodni: Most dangerous street in Prague!

"Avoid Narodni like the plague" and "tragedy waiting to happen" are just some of the comments of Health and Safety officials we interviewed today regarding the Narodni Palace development by Hinton situated between Narodni Divadlo and Narodni Tesco.

A lacklustre and confusing set up in only results in pedestrians, a lot of them tourists and foreigners, walking in the road with flowing traffic and being subject to heavy equipment overflying the safe zone from above. ( See video above).

Hinton's the project developers are probably within the letter of the law, but a rather obvious question to ask them here is can more be done by them to help pedestrians prevent serious injury? Hinton's have been contacted and we are awaiting their input.

Your options coming from Narodni Divadlo are to turn back or walk in the road ! Hence,  the seemingly intuitive rationale to take the risk with the traffic. After an hour of watching by our reporter, this is exactly what everyone does, and surely the developers must also be aware of that.

Coming from the Narodni Trida Tesco there is a well worn crossing option (above) which almost everybody ignores.

Coming from Narodni Divadlo results in this confusing and badly maintained set up.

Reporter CJ JAck Sparrow at Prague Times

Castle security checks causing delays

Avoid taking luggage advises Prague Castle staff. When entering the Prague Castle complex, visitors are subject to security checks. For this reason, kindly expect delays. The Prague Castle administration requests that visitors abstain from bringing large pieces of luggage and follow the official visitor rules

Citizen Journalism Launched at Prague Times

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