Russian imperial policy poses major security threat to Czechia, warns PM
At the Czech ambassadors' meeting today, Prime Minister Fiala also cautioned against underestimating China.
Czechia prepares vaccines for potential new Covid-19 variants this autumn
The vaccines, which will target new strains of the coronavirus, will not be actively promoted and advertised in Czechia.
News in brief for Aug. 28: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Czechia wins two bronzes at World Athletics Championships, week starts with cool and rainy weather, and more headlines for Monday, Aug. 28.
News in brief for Aug. 26: Top headlines for Czechia on Saturday
Czechia fears effects of German recession, apple growers go bananas over prices, and more headlines for Saturday, Aug. 26.
New Czech law will likely not punish parents who spank their kids
This week, Labor Minister Marian Jurečka stressed the importance of discerning between excessive violence and reasonable disciplinary action.
Low-income families in Czechia eligible for back-to-school subsidies, govt. says
School supplies, lunches, and excursions will be part- or fully-subsidized for children of families with low incomes.
News in brief for Aug. 25: Top headlines for Czechia on Friday
German festival will celebrate Czech culture, Sparta Praha loses to Dinamo Zagreb, and more headlines for Friday, Aug. 25.
New data shows domestic and sexual violence rising in Czechia
Although a disconcerting trend, this may be a reflection of more victims coming forward and improved police competence in dealing with cases.
Changes to austerity package increase tax on alcohol and lower it on e-cigarettes
The adjustments mean that tax advantages of employee benefits stay in place, and that newspapers and magazines will have a lower VAT rate.
News in brief for Aug. 24: Top headlines for Czechia on Thursday
Greece PM thanks Czechia, government approves domestic violence prevention plan, and more headlines for Thursday, Aug. 24.
Czech Senate officially passes bill ending PVZP insurance monopoly for non-EU foreigners
The new law allows long-term non-EU residents in Czechia to take out health insurance with a range of providers.
Czech women's volleyball team secures comeback win over Germany
The victory means that Czechia has a decent chance of qualifying for the knock-out stages of the European Championships.
News in brief for Aug. 23: Top headlines for Czechia on Wednesday
Historian's dismissal sparks controversy, Bohemians 1905 fined for their fans, and more headlines for Wednesday, Aug. 23.
Work on Prague Bubny-Výstaviště railway to start in 2025
The construction is part of a project to modernize Prague's railways and create a direct connection to Václav Havel Airport.
Czech firefighters to help in new Greek blazes
Wildfires have devastated parts of Greece once again, leading the country to appeal to the global community for help.
News in brief for Aug. 22: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Heat breaks records across Czechia, Babiš meets Orbán in Budapest, and more headlines for Tuesday, Aug. 22.
Czech government plans scheme for voluntary return of Ukrainian refugees
Under the new proposal, the Ministry of Interior would pay for Ukrainians' journeys back home.