Prague police warn of scam offering paid bank app testing

Prague police have warned the public about fraudsters offering extra income for testing banking applications, saying those who cooperate risk criminal prosecution. Investigators say the scammers are using recruits to launder money obtained through criminal activity. Police are currently handling a case in which around 400 people responded to one such fake job advertisement.

Prague Astronomical Clock statues undergoing restoration

Restorers have removed the first four statues from Prague’s Old Town Astronomical Clock for repairs, taking them to a workshop where they will undergo restoration work over the coming weeks. The Scribe, the Angel, the Chronicler and the Astronomer are expected to remain in the workshop for one to two months before being returned to their place. Technicians will then remove another four figures from the upper level for similar repairs.