Czech news for March 28: Childhood vaccination rates fall, Brno has a new sister city
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday March 28, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Czechia dropping requirement for self-isolation after Covid-19 diagnosis
Low hospitalization rates combined with widespread vaccination mean that it is no longer necessary to stay home for seven days if infected with Covid-19.
Czech news for March 27: Police charge anti-govt. protesters, missing Czech in Ukraine reported alive
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Monday March 27, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Czech NGO awards mock 'Big Brother' prize to snoopers of the year
The awards are intended for companies, administrative offices, and individuals who non-transparently invade people's privacy.
Prague votes to preserve original look of historical railway bridge
The riveted bridge structure, one of the most recognizable landmarks in the capital, is a protected piece of technical heritage.
Spring forward: Czechia switches to summer time this weekend
Clocks will go forward by one hour in the early hours of Sunday, March 26. Opinion polls suggest that people are generally against the change.
Czech government extends emergency lodging rules for refugees
The costs of some accommodation will be extended for another year, but refugees also face time limits.
English-friendly app shines a light on Czech law for victims of domestic violence
Bright Sky, a resource helping people in abusive relationships, offers an update clarifying legal issues.
Prague museum exhibits original manuscript of Hašek's famous 'Švejk'
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The handwritten manuscript of Hašek's renowned novel went on display to commemorate 100 years since his death.
Czech president warns against Western disunity in Berlin speech
On a state visit to Germany, the former head of the NATO Military Committee spoke of the importance of a united front against Russia and China.
Czech news for March 22: Pavel meets German president and hails 'close friendship'
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday March 22, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
New population-growth statistics show higher life expectancy for Czechia
By the end of this century, the average life expectancy for people in Czechia should be close to 90 years of age.
She's Gone: Prague exhibit displays clothes of domestic violence victims
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Created in Israel, the display now includes the dress of a Czech writer murdered by her husband in 2011.
Czech tennis legend announces she has beaten breast and throat cancer
Martina Navrátilová, the country's most successful tennis player, was diagnosed about four months ago. She previously had breast cancer in 2010.
Czech news for March 21: Czech population rose due to migration, birth rate falls significantly
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday March 21, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Czech government could deny visas to Russians with dual citizenship
The amendment, to be discussed by the Czech Foreign Ministry Wednesday, would also deny visas to Belarusians with other citizenships.
Czechia plans to dispose of over 17 million unused face masks
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Millions of protective items purchased by the previous administration to combat Covid-19 are no longer needed.
