People across the Czech Republic are bracing for the last stretch of bitter winter weather before temperatures begin to rise later this week. Some ventured onto the frozen confluence of two large rivers—the Vltava and Otava. (AP video shot by Stanislav Hodina)

Ice skaters venture onto frozen river in Czech Republic to make the most of winter weather

People across the Czech Republic are bracing for the last stretch of bitter winter weather before temperatures begin to rise later this week. Some ventured onto the frozen confluence of two large rivers—the Vltava and Otava. (AP video shot by Stanislav Hodina)