'Alternative' PES system – opposition govt. unveils its new proposal
According to the current PES system, even at the lowest level, a state of emergency is required, the opposition looks to change that.
Blatny scolds citizens for socializing, puts new restrictions on restaurants, outdoor food stands
It's been only five days since the Czech government lifted restrictions on restaurants and bars – it didn't last long.
Czech PES score rises to 64 Sunday as country faces move to stricter risk level
A sustained score above 60 over the next days could lead the Czech Republic to again adopt stricter measures
Prague Mayor dresses as devil, delivers St. Nicholas coal to Czech MPs
Zdeněk Hřib and other regional officials brought coal to the Czech parliament in a playful protest against "budget hell" yesterday.
Czech government mulls full wage compensation for COVID-19 quarantined
Currently, those in quarantine collect 60% of their salaries; the change could encourage more people to undergo COVID-19 testing
Time to hit the slopes! Czech ski resorts can open starting December 18
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Health Minister Jan Blatný has announced that ski resorts will be allowed to open six days earlier than planned.
Czech bill passes allowing COVID-19 vaccine to be paid by health insurance
Under new legislation, the Czech state will pay an estimated CZK 5 billion to vaccinate 60-70% of the population.
Czech government to seek an extension of the current state of emergency
PM Babiš expressed apprehension over the loosening of restrictions; the request to prolong should be voted on Dec. 9
Handling of pandemic has changed how Czechs feel about the EU
An October survey asked questions ranging from EU policy, to the protection of the environment – and reveled some interesting facts.
Babis 'definitely' has conflict of interest – EC report
According to the European Commission, the Czech Prime Minister should step down, or it will cost the country millions.
Health Ministry will combat COVID 'disinformation' with new campaign
An advertising campaign early next year will focus on getting out the government's message.
Reminiscent of the past regime? Constitutional Court president condemns spring border closure
Pavel Rychetsky, president of the Constitutional Court, spoke with Czech Television about Czechs not being allowed to leave the country this past spring.
František Kupka painting sets new Czech auction record
Divertimento II was sold for a total of over 90 million crowns today, the highest sum ever paid at a Czech auction
Czech Museums and galleries to partially reopen from Thursday
Museums and galleries may operate at 25% capacity under the third PES level, in effect from December 3
Breaking: Restaurants and shops to reopen in the Czech Republic from Dec. 3
The country will move to the third degree of the anti-pandemic system on Thursday
Survey: 35% of Czechs began charitable efforts during the COVID-19 epidemic
The coronavirus pandemic has led to solidarity among a large percentage of Czechs, according to a recent survey conducted by ING
Lockdown relaxation should be responsible, says Czech President
Miloš Zeman met with Czech Health Minister Jan Blatný to discuss a potential easing of restrictions, which could be announced on Sunday
