BT to Reduce Workforce by 55,000 by 2030 Due to Fiber Optics and Artificial Intelligence

BT Group, Britain’s largest broadband and mobile provider, is set to cut up to 55,000 jobs by 2030, potentially over 40% of its workforce. This is part of the company’s transformation plan to build a national fibre network and roll out high-speed 5G mobile services.

The job cuts will accelerate as BT completes its fibre build and switches off 3G. Around 10,000 fewer network engineers will be needed to run digital networks, while technologies like automation and AI will replace another 10,000.

BT reported pro forma revenue and core earnings growth for the first time in six years in the year to the end of March, but the cost of transforming the business, and the hit to its free cash flow took a toll, sending its shares down 7% in morning trade.

The group’s total number of workers would reduce from 130,000 to between 75,000 and 90,000 by its 2030 financial year at the latest. BT will use the proceeds of the British government’s new tax expensing to invest in its network build and on connecting customers to fibre.

The Communication Workers Union (CWU) said the job cuts were “no surprise” given the coming changes in infrastructure and technology. Talks between BT and the CWU are necessary to ensure a smooth transition on that front said the union, adding that BT should aim to keep direct jobs and cut contractors.

Czech Volunteer Suffers Injury in Ukraine

The Health Reinsurance Association has announced that a Czech volunteer was injured in an accident in Ukraine. The man, who was helping out in local children’s homes near Zaporozhye, has undergone surgery and is no longer in critical condition.

The organisation is now raising money to cover the cost of his treatment. They are asking for donations to help cover the medical expenses and to ensure that the volunteer can receive the best possible care.

The Health Reinsurance Association is a non-profit organisation that provides health insurance to people in need. They are committed to helping those in need and are dedicated to providing quality healthcare to those who cannot afford it.

The organisation is asking for donations to help cover the medical expenses of the Czech volunteer. Any donations will be greatly appreciated and will help ensure that the volunteer can receive the best possible care.

Czech Radio Marks 100 Years of Broadcasting

This Thursday marks the 100th anniversary of Czech Radio. To celebrate, Prague trams are flying Czech flags and the logo of the public radio broadcaster. An open-air concert is scheduled to take place in the evening in Riegrovy Sady in Prague. An exhibition called One Hundred Years is Just the Beginning is also underway at the National Technical Museum in Prague. On Saturday, May 20, Czech Radio will open its doors to the public, both at its Prague headquarters and its regional studios. Regular public radio broadcasting in Czechoslovakia began May 18, 1923 from a canvas tent in Kbely on the outskirts of Prague. Join in the celebration and commemorate this important milestone in Czech history!

Exploring Non-Traditional Radio Options

Radio Wave, the Czech Radio youth and alternative station, was launched in 2006 and quickly switched to an online-only broadcaster when it lost its FM frequency. The station plays mainly pop and rap, while also giving exposure to the Czech alternative music scene. Barbora Šichanová, the head of the station, focuses on culture, music, and current affairs through regular formats and podcasts. Popular series such as Beauty and Sádlo have had over 270,000 downloads. Radio Wave is also in closer physical contact with listeners than most stations, with its black-walled studio located at street level on the front corner of the historic Czech Radio building. The station is adapting to the changing habits of young people, using new tools and strategies to stay ahead of the game.

Celebrating 100 Years of Czech Radio: An Exhibition in Prague

The National Technical Museum in Prague is hosting an exhibition to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Czech Radio. Entitled One Hundred Years is Just the Beginning, the exhibition features a thousand rare objects that tell the story of Czech public radio broadcasting, some of which date back to its earliest days. Visitors can view the torso of the famous tent from Kbely, where the first public broadcast took place in 1923, as well as a broadcasting desk from the Czech Radio building on Vinohradská Street from which the appeal for help was transmitted on 5 May 1945.

The exhibition also includes a microphone used by Adolf Dobrovolný, the first radio editor, and a radio receiver used by Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk. Other exhibits include one of the oldest mass-produced superhet receivers and a sound amplifier that resembles an old gramophone.

Visitors to the exhibition can also try out various radio professions for themselves in a special studio. The exhibition will run until the end of this year and will be accompanied by a number of special events and programmes.

Moscow Warns of Retaliation if Czechia Seeks Back Rent

In response to this, Maria Zakharova, the Russian foreign minister, has warned that Moscow will take retaliatory steps if Czechia requests three years’ rent retroactively. She did not specify what these steps would be, but it is clear that the Czech government’s decision has caused tension between the two countries.

It remains to be seen how the situation will develop, but it is clear that the Czech government’s decision has caused a diplomatic rift between the two countries.

Public to be granted access to Bohumil Hrabal’s summer residence on May 20

On Saturday May 20, the newly reconstructed holiday home of the late Czech writer Bohumil Hrabal will open to the public. Located in Kersko, just 30 kilometres east of Prague, the summer cottage will host the annual meeting of Hrabal’s fans. The Central Bohemian Region and the Museum of Polabí are turning the summer residence into an exhibition space for visitors.

The interior of the cottage is still being renovated, with some of the furniture still being worked on. Once complete, visitors will be able to explore the home and learn more about the life and works of the beloved Czech writer.

The opening of the holiday home is sure to be a special occasion for Hrabal’s fans, who will be able to experience the writer’s life in a unique way. It is a fitting tribute to the legacy of Bohumil Hrabal and a great opportunity for visitors to explore the life and works of the beloved Czech writer.

for the upcoming week Forecast of Conditions for the Next Seven Days

Monday is set to be a pleasant day with clear to partly cloudy skies and temperatures ranging from 14 to 18 degrees Celsius. The day will start off cool, but the sun will bring some warmth as the day progresses.

This is a great day to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Whether you take a walk in the park, go for a bike ride, or just sit in the sun, it’s a great opportunity to get some Vitamin D and soak up the sun’s rays.

If you’re looking for something to do indoors, why not take the time to catch up on some reading or watch a movie? Whatever you decide to do, make sure to take some time to relax and enjoy the day.

Monday is sure to be a great day, so make the most of it!

Anifest’s Top Prize Awarded to My Marriage Romance

The 22nd Anifilm International Film Festival in Liberec was a great success, with Signe Baumane’s My Love Affair with Marriage taking home the main prize for adult feature film. The film was seven years in the making and was supported by nearly 1,700 individual donors, as well as cultural and grant institutions. It was first screened in New York last year.

The prize for best feature film for children went to Jean-Christopher Roger and Julien Chheng’s Mouse and Bear on the Road. The film follows the adventures of two unlikely friends, a mouse and a bear, as they travel together in search of a new home.

The Anifilm International Film Festival is a great platform for independent filmmakers to showcase their work and be recognized for their efforts. Congratulations to Signe Baumane and Jean-Christopher Roger and Julien Chheng for their well-deserved wins!

Soňa Červená, Czech Opera Singer, Passes Away at 97

The National Theatre in Prague has announced the death of renowned Czech opera singer Soňa Červená at the age of 97. Červená began her career at the National Theatre and returned to it after the fall of communism.

In the 1960s, Červená emigrated from Czechoslovakia and went on to perform in some of the world’s leading opera houses. Her most famous role was Carmen, which she performed more than 100 times on the world’s leading stages.

Červená was a beloved figure in the Czech opera world and her death has been met with sadness and grief. She will be remembered for her incredible talent and her dedication to the art of opera.