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Articles in the August 16th, 2006 issue

Global reach
As Al-Jazeera readies for world broadcasts in English, a Czech who powers its newsroom, Petr Stokuč, bottom right, has no qualms

Adoption reform addresses abuse
Foreigners wanting to adopt must undergo extensive testing

Security boosted for flights to U.S.
High alert continues at Ruzyně Airport despite easing of threat levels

Report: Prison facilities deny human rights
Public advocate Motejl releases findings of six-month investigation

Parents wanting to adopt face challenges, long waits

Czech brands of old making a comeback
Nostalgic locals choose the return of communist-era labels over Western products

Seven Days
News & Notes

European Roundup
News & Notes

Ground check
Questions remain about Aero Vodochody's ultimate future as further steps are taken toward privatization

ÚOHS weighs energy price caps
Move prompted by expected 17 percent cost increase in '07

ÚOHS lays fines on RWE Transgas
Office says natural gas company abused its dominant position

Traffic law boosts 'drink service' business
Pick-up companies are making the most of a controversial system

10 Questions
with Roman ŘezníČek

Movers & Shakers
ťSA gets new face

Biz Week
News & Notes

Biz Events
Dates of Note

Chinese puzzle
A quest to solve a global mystery produces an intriguing film

New guides offer easy access to architectural gems
Cubist map is first in a series highlighting rich variety of styles in Prague

On commerce and charm school
U.S. Ambassador William Cabaniss will soon leave his post after two and a half years in Prague

The Lowdown
Populist TV takes a blow

Time after time
A passable tear-jerker defies disbelief

Last call for sour cherries
But there's nothing sour about this sweet treat with Italian flair

Not just blowing smoke
Bureaucracy keeps 'one of a kind' tobacco stock on the shelves

Miami beached
Don Johnson, come home. All is forgiven

Emerging from the shadows
A pioneering Czech photographer finally comes into focus

Hold the salt, please
A new alliance can't save this náměstí Míru hybrid restaurant

Thunder in Moravia
Motorcycle racing's best riders visit Brno this weekend

Something different under the big top
No lions and tigers, but plenty of spirited 'New Circus' entertainment

Keep on your steel toes
A hot punk fest features the allure of danger

Three feathers
Or, how a medieval king's bravery still resonates today in Moravia and far beyond

Postview
Warehouses are for junk, not for children

Editorial Review
From the opinion pages of the Czech press

Back in action
The Detroit Red Wings bring Dominik Hašek out of retirement for one more NHL season

Czechs take plunge, win 5 kayaking medals
But legend Štěpánka Hilgertová falls short

Roundup
News & Notes

Staying ahead by keeping clients happy
A balanced approach and creative thinking make ING a leader among developers

Staying focused on the core essentials
Facility management conference offers new ideas on running a more efficient business

Karlín transformation continues with innovative Amazon Court
Newest addition to River City project is expected to bring investment of 1 billion Kč to the neighborhood

Modern elegance with historic accents
The new Marriott Courtyard is a showcase for Czech Cubism