News in brief for June 29: Czech PM – more cooperation needed with non-EU countries about immigration
Czechia bans Russian athletes from competition, a new agriculture minister, union strikes to go ahead, and more news in brief.
Paratroopers jump into the Vltava to mark the Czech Army’s 30th anniversary
While its roots go back much longer, the Czech Army as it exists now was established in 1993.
Czechia reverses plans to introduce financial punishment for rape
The new law will mean that convicted rapists must receive a prison sentence rather than only a financial penalty, which the state considered introducing.
News in brief for June 28: Actor Russell Crowe touches down in Karlovy Vary
The top headlines for Wednesday, June 28, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech NGO issues stark warning over Poland's Turów coal mine
According to the Together for Water organization, new data shows seriously decreasing water levels in a Czech town near the border with Poland.
Czech university votes to dismiss dean who attended anti-government protests
According to Prague University of Economics and Business rector Petr Dvořák, Miroslav Ševčík's actions seriously damaged the image of the university.
News in brief for June 27: Petr Pavel – 'I regret ignorance during communist period'
Over 20 percent of employees plan pay-rise request, large military donations from Czechia to Ukraine, and other headlines to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for June 26: Greenpeace protestors interrupt ČEZ meeting
Extreme temps return to Czechia this week, elevator incident at Prague hospital leads to broken leg, and Kvitová wins in Berlin.
News in brief for June 24: Franz Kafka biopic to shoot in Prague this year
Top headlines for Czechia for Saturday, June 24, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for June 23: Czechia, EU countries call for faster Western Balkans accession to EU
Forest dog puppies born at Prague Zoo, Czech Radio still impacted by attack, storms weaker than expected, and more top stories.
News in brief for June 22: Meteorologists warn of strong storms, possible tornadoes in Czechia
Extreme heat expected in Czechia today, activisits halt mine operation, Czech Radio hit by hackers, and more top stories.
Czech government approves ratification of the Istanbul Convention
The move marks a significant step toward the ratification of the Istanbul Convention on the prevention of violence against women.
Most modern psychiatric facility in Central Europe opens near Prague
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At the opening ceremony, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala spoke about the need to improve Czechia's mental health services.
News in brief for June 21: New poll – Czechs' support of civil partnerships and gay marriage jumps since 2019
Government to discuss energy amendement, Czech players warm up for Wimbledon, Prague swimming area rash outbreak and more.
President Pavel urges the West not to fear Russian threats
Speaking at a large security conference, Prime Minister Petr Fiala and other senior politicians also shared their views on the war in Ukraine.
Historian highlights shift in Czech mindset on World Refugee Day
Historian Michal Frankl from the Masaryk Institute spoke about refugee waves in Czech history.
News in brief for June 20: Thunderstorm and high-temperature warning issued across Czechia
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, June 20, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
