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iDNES.cz is operated by MAFRA, a.s. From 1994 to 2013, it was primarily owned by a German company. In June 2013, businessman Andrej Babiš acquired MAFRA through his Agrofert holding, and in September 2023, Karel Pražák's Kaprain group purchased the publishing house.

Media watchdogs, including Reporters Without Borders (RSF) and Freedom House, have raised concerns about media concentration and the influence of wealthy business figures in the Czech media landscape. Andrej Babiš's previous ownership of MAFRA, which includes iDNES.cz, while he was a prominent politician, led to questions regarding editorial independence. Despite these concerns, iDNES.cz has received awards for its news coverage within the Czech Republic. However, there are no independent bias or factuality ratings available from international organizations like Media Bias/Fact Check, Ad Fontes Media, or AllSides. The headline sample includes coverage of political figures, government actions, and economic topics, reflecting a broad news agenda.

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Mladić's 'Chocolate Moment' Preceded Srebrenica Massacre

- A widely shared video shows Ratko Mladić interacting kindly with a young boy. - This moment occurred just before Mladić ordered the Srebrenica massacre. - The boy in the video, Izudin Alić, survived…

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Ugandan King Rukidi IV dies at 34

- King Oyo Nyimba Kabamba Iguru Rukidi IV of Uganda's Toro Kingdom has died at the age of 34. - He ascended to the throne in 1995 at just three years old, becoming the world's youngest reigning monarc…

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Hradec coach questions disallowed goal in cup exit

- Hradec's Filip Čihák had a goal disallowed in extra time due to a perceived foul, a decision that has drawn criticism from the team's coach. - The match concluded with Hradec conceding a penalty in …