Despite being the highest in the world, Czech beer consumption has dropped significantly, reaching its lowest level since 1963, and experts predict that this will continue; in 2005, a record of 163.5 litres per capita was reached, equivalent to 327 beers

The Czech government is expected to adopt a neutral stance on the parliamentarians' proposal to ban the sale and serving of energy drinks to minors under the age of 15, with a recommendation for further discussion

Animal rights group 'We Don't Eat Animals' published footage of violent and perpetrated abuse on animals at twelve cattle farms, claiming employees that beating and mistreating of animals is a widespread practice

Vágner, a renowned figure in Czech sports fishing, caught the largest catfish ever recorded in the Czech Republic with a rod, 2,64 metres long, breaking the national record