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Sun English Edition | 5 days, 16 hours ago | concerned

Empty seats during South Korea-Czech Republic World Cup match raise questions over pricing strategy

The World Cup match between South Korea and the Czech Republic in Guadalajara on June 11, 2026, saw an attendance of 44,985, but many empty seats, raising questions about FIFA's ticket pricing strategy. Fans criticized high prices, while FIFA President Gianni Infantino defended them. Football Supporters Europe (FSE) noted a fivefold increase in ticket prices compared to the 2022 World Cup. South Korea won 2-1.

Maldives News Network | 6 months, 4 weeks ago | positive

Visit Maldives Launches ‘I AM Maldives’ Roadshow to Target Emerging European Markets

Visit Maldives Corporation (VMC) and NHGAM launched the 'I AM Maldives' Roadshow 2025 in Warsaw (17 Nov), Bucharest (19 Nov), and Prague (21 Nov) to target emerging European markets. The roadshow featured 26 exhibitors including resorts, guesthouses, and travel agencies. It aims to strengthen partnerships and drive growth from Central and Eastern Europe. As of 30 September 2025, arrivals from the region reached 86,860, surpassing last year's figure. VMC's goal is 2.3 million tourist arrivals in 2025.

Maldives Republic | 2 years, 5 months ago | concerned

Czech Republic Mourns Worst Mass Shooting in Modern History

The Czech Republic declared Saturday a day of mourning after a mass shooting at a university in Prague killed 14 and wounded 25. The shooter, 24-year-old student David Kozák, also killed his father earlier. Police Chief Martin Vondrášek said Kozák was an excellent student with no criminal record and may have been inspired by a similar attack abroad. Interior Minister Vit Rakušan said there was no link to international terrorism. The shooting occurred at the Faculty of Arts building near Prague's Old Town Square. A vigil was held, and Prime Minister Petr Fiala and Minister Rakušan laid flowers. Police released body-camera footage.