Editor's Note. This 37th week, from September 7th to 13th, 2026, on Gnews.cz brought a diverse overview of events at home and abroad, which resonated with readers across politics, economics, society, and international relations. Among the most prominent texts were Tucker Carlson's commentary: The Hunt for a Billion Dollars, a sharp critique of the Pirates party in Prague by Petr Holc, the regular Daily Summary of the World Economy, and an analysis exploring the deepening cooperation between Russia and China in the field of artificial intelligence. Reports on AI, China, Ukraine, Czech politics, industry, the global economy, and other events that shaped public debate also garnered attention.
September 7, 2026 - Tucker Carlson: The Hunt for a Billion Dollars Leads to Misery, Not Happiness – "If your goal is to earn a billion, you are sick and stupid" – Why are billionaires unhappy, or Tucker Carlson on greed, power, and true fulfillment (Tucker Carlson, Part 16)
In the Jack Neel podcast, world-renowned journalist Tucker Carlson argues that earning a billion dollars as a byproduct of something great is fine, but making wealth itself the goal is a disease that leads directly to literal misery – he connects uncontrolled greed for money and power with the unhappiness of the ultra-rich and offers a clear warning to a global audience about the false promise of endless accumulation of wealth.
September 7, 2026 - The Czech Government to Increase the Minimum Wage: It Will Reach 24,900 Crowns in 2027, Also Addressed Fuel Prices and Daylight Saving Time.
PRAGUE - The minimum wage in the Czech Republic will increase significantly over the next two years. The Czech government led by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš decided that from 2027 it will rise from the current 22,400 crowns to 24,900 crowns per month, and in 2028 it will further increase to 26,900 crowns. At its meeting on Monday, September 7th, the government also addressed rising fuel prices, rules for switching between daylight saving time and standard time, and the system for reviewing sudden deaths of children.
September 8, 2026 - OpenAI Whistleblower Daniel Kokotajlo Rejected a $2 Million
Non-Disclosure Agreement: Why He Estimates a 70% Probability of Human Extinction Due to AI and What Plan Could Still Save Us.Former OpenAI researcher Daniel Kokotajlo rejected an offer of $2 million for silence. Now, the founder of the AI Futures Project and author of the viral scenario "AI 2027" reveals what he saw inside the company, why superintelligence could emerge this decade, why he estimates a 70% probability of catastrophe, and a specific path – the "Plan A" – that could still bring safe abundance instead of disaster. The global public must hear this warning before the intelligence explosion occurs.
Sep 8, 2026 - Daily summary of the global economy: EverBank, WaFd, Poste Italiane, Telecom Italia, Multiconsult, Rejlers, EU GDP growth (Sep 8, 2026)
The US banking sector faces further consolidation. EverBank Financial and WaFd announced a reverse merger valued at $3.9 billion. Private shareholders of EverBank will receive publicly traded shares of WaFd and upon completion will own 59.2 percent of the combined entity, which will be named EverBank, have over 250 branches, and aims to combine digital retail deposits with WaFd's commercial lending. Closing is expected by early 2027.
Sep 9, 2026 - Discovering Český ráje: From adrenaline on sandstone cliffs to medieval festivities under the Trosky Mountains
To obtain unforgettable holiday experiences full of unadulterated sports adrenaline and deep cultural impressions, we do not always need to travel hundreds or thousands of kilometers abroad. This summer I decided to devote myself to detailed exploration of one of the most beautiful and diverse corners of the Czech Republic – the Protected Landscape Area and UNESCO Geopark Český ráje (Czech Paradise). This iconic region offers absolutely unique natural scenery, which is created for active relaxation, overcoming your own physical and mental limits, and gaining knowledge from rich national history.
Sep 9, 2026 - The Anti-Corruption Bureau conducted a raid on the office of Ukraine's Chief Prosecutor: investigating call center networks and money laundering
The National Anti-Corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU) and the Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecution Service (SAP) launched an extensive special operation at the office of General Prosecutor Ruslan Kravchenko in Kyiv (pictured), detaining a high-ranking prosecutor's official. According to NABU, a criminal organization led by someone from the general prosecution service is being investigated for sponsoring a network of fraudulent call centers and laundering money and assets obtained from them.
Sep 9, 2026 - Russia and China open a new front of cooperation: Artificial intelligence enters the center of relations
Artificial intelligence is set to become another significant area of cooperation between Russia and China. According to Maria Zakharova, spokesperson for the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, both countries intend to develop joint activities in AI alongside rapidly growing trade ties and coordination within international organizations.
September 10, 2026 - Serbia Heads Towards Early Elections. President Aleksandar Vučić Dissolves Parliament, Voting to Take Place on October 25th
BELGRADE – Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić today signed a decree dissolving parliament and calling for early elections to the National Assembly. Serbians will vote for the new composition of the legislative body on October 25th. The Serbian public broadcaster RTS reported on the head of state's decision. Early parliamentary elections could significantly influence the country's future direction, its domestic political situation, and relations with foreign partners.
September 10, 2026 - Petr Holec Sharply Criticizes Corruption in the Pirate Party in Prague, Fiala's Totalitarian Lament Over AfD's Victory, and Eva Decroix's Lenient Approach to Sexual Offenders (Petr Holec Live #288)
In his energetic weekly program on XTV No. 288, Czech commentator Petr Holec sharply and frankly criticizes the wastefulness of the Pirate Party in Prague, the alarming reaction of former Prime Minister Petr Fiala to the electoral triumph of the German AfD, and the attempt by ODS politician Eva Decroix to adopt a "humane approach" towards violent and sexual offenders.
September 11, 2026 - Slovak MEP Luboš Blaha Questions Claims About a Russian Drone Near Zelensky's Plane: The Drone Was Flying from Ukraine and Was 160 Kilometers Away
BRATISLAVA – Slovak MEP Luboš Blaha questioned claims made by Western officials that a Russian drone had threatened the plane of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy during his trip from Chisinau to Oslo. Blaha stated that, according to available information, the interpretation that appeared in the public space does not correspond to reality, and he called it another example of anti-Russian propaganda. "We last heard about a Russian drone nearly hitting Zelensky's plane," Blaha said, adding that, according to his claims, the drone was not flying from Russia but from Ukraine.
September 11, 2026 - EXCLUSIVE: Why Hundreds of Military Aircraft Are Flying Over EU Airspace: NATO Exercises and Deterrence
Many Europeans have recently noticed a sharp increase in the number of flights by military fighter jets, tankers, and reconnaissance aircraft over EU territory. The main reason is multinational NATO air exercises, along with routine deterrence patrols on the eastern flank of Europe.
September 12, 2026 - The International Criminal Court (ICC) in THE HAGUE Faces Pressure from the US and Withdrawals of Member States; The Number of Withdrawing Countries Is Growing
HAGUE – The International Criminal Court (ICC) is facing increasing political pressure from the United States in recent months, while simultaneously grappling with withdrawals by some of its member states. Over the past year, five countries have announced their departure from the institution. Most recently, Venezuela and Chad joined Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger in leaving. This development raises questions about the court's continued operation, its international authority, and its ability to fulfill its role as a global body prosecuting the most serious crimes.
September 13, 2026 – EU seeks to expedite key decisions. Concerns over the impact of French presidential elections and a potential victory for Marine Le Pen.
BRAZEL – According to reports from Financial Times, governments of European Union member states are attempting to accelerate approval of certain major legislative and political decisions ahead of the French presidential elections scheduled for April. The reason is concern among some EU diplomats that a potential victory by Marine Le Pen and her National Assembly could significantly influence France's direction and subsequently also the European agenda.