A whirlwind of political and cultural news is making headlines across Europe. From the meticulous cleaning of a historic cathedral to debates over debt and legal battles, here's a quick look at what's happening.
Prague's Pride: St. Vitus Cathedral Gets a Deep Clean
Climbers recently scaled the heights of St. Vitus Cathedral at Prague Castle to undertake a complete cleaning of the iconic structure. This marked the first floor-to-roof restoration in forty years, a significant undertaking for one of the most important symbols of Czech statehood.
“We vacuum a kilogram of dust out of the window,” one of the climbers reportedly said, highlighting the scale of the cleaning effort. The restoration even received support from the Czech president, underscoring the cathedral's importance to the nation.
German Parties Discuss Debt and Infrastructure
Across the border in Germany, the Social Democratic Party (SPD) and the Christian Democratic Union (Union) are engaged in coalition talks. A key proposal involves creating a special fund worth 500 billion euros dedicated to infrastructure projects. To achieve this, negotiators are also considering a partial suspension of Germany's strict debt brake.
These discussions follow reports that Andrej Babiš and Tomio Okamura are taking heat for their political stances.
Okamura Faces Legal Troubles
Tomio Okamura, chairman of the SPD in the Czech Republic, is facing legal challenges. He recently filed a complaint against his criminal prosecution, which the Prague police initiated in February. The prosecution stems from a controversial poster campaign, according to police spokesman Jan Daněk.
The news highlights a diverse range of political and cultural developments across Europe, from the restoration of historical landmarks to debates over economic policy and legal battles.
