March 2, 2026: Daily Summary of the Czech Economy: Insurance Sector, PPF Group, CPI Property Group, UniCredit, Microsoft, BlackRock, Oil, and the Strait of Hormuz (March 2, 2026)

The Czech economy is entering March with a slightly improved business sentiment, but also with increasing uncertainty fueled by geopolitical tensions. According to the latest business confidence surveys from the Czech Statistical Office, overall confidence in the economy increased during February, primarily due to better performance in the industrial and construction sectors, while consumer confidence slightly weakened. More here

March 3, 2026: At least 23 people died in protests in Pakistan following the death of Chamenei

At least 23 people were killed and over a hundred others were injured on Sunday during widespread protests in Pakistan. The demonstrations erupted after reports spread among the population about the death of the Supreme Leader of Iran, Ayatollah Ali Chamenei. Outraged protesters took to the streets, and some attempted to attack American diplomatic facilities. More here

March 4, 2026: Xi Jinping: Serving the people is the greatest achievement

"If we want to achieve real results, we must ask ourselves some fundamental questions: for whom are we creating these results, what kind of results should they be, and how do we want to achieve them. In other words, it is about how we understand performance evaluation," said Xi Jinping, General Secretary of the Communist Party of China, while explaining the principles of governing and managing the country. More here

March 5, 2026: Let us not allow innocent children to become victims of conflict

On February 28, military strikes, reportedly carried out by the United States and Israel against Iran, also hit a girls' elementary school in the south of the country. The tragedy, according to final figures, claimed 165 lives. Textbooks and school supplies were scattered among the rubble – a silent testament to the moment when a place dedicated to education became a place of pain. More here

March 6, 2026: US Ambassador Brent Bozell promises a stronger partnership with South Africa

The newly appointed U.S. Ambassador to South Africa, Leo Brent Bozell III, has released his first public message to South Africans after presenting a copy of his credentials to the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). In a welcoming video filmed with his wife, Norma, Ambassador Bozell spoke about the depth of the bilateral relationship, the importance of shared democratic values, and his commitment to strengthening cooperation between the United States and South Africa on political, economic, and interpersonal levels. More here

March 7, 2026: The Slavic Epic by Alphonse Mucha – Painting Number Seventeen: Mount Athos – The Orthodox Vatican

Painting Number Seventeen. The spiritual dimension of Slavic identity: the image of Mount Athos as a symbol of faith and tradition.
The artwork dedicated to Mount Athos represents a remarkable contribution to the field of historical and spiritual painting, which deviates from the usual depiction of heroic or political moments in Slavic history. Instead of celebrating military victories or state actions, the artist focuses on the deeper cultural and spiritual roots of the Slavic world. More here

March 8, 2026: The United States must participate in the selection of Iran's supreme leader to prevent a new war, said Donald Trump

WASHINGTON, March 8 – U.S. President Donald Trump stated that the United States should participate in the process of selecting the future political leadership in Iran to prevent a recurrence of military conflicts between the two countries. According to him, the goal is to prevent the situation from escalating into another confrontation every few years. Donald Trump made the statement in an interview with journalists in Washington, D.C., where he commented on the future relationship between the United States and Iran. More here

March 8, 2026: Easter is approaching: How to decorate the most beautiful Easter egg?

Another year has passed, and Easter is upon us again. Today, we find many modern methods and techniques for coloring eggs. Try these classic egg decorating techniques with us: batik, wax relief, decorating with straw, or simpler prints. More here

Jan Vojtěch, Editor-in-Chief - General News