Czech news in brief for November 19: Sunday's top headlines
Brno's brutalist Prior department store to be demolished, Czech football team to face Moldova for Euro 2024 qualification, and more weekend headlines.
Five who stood up to Nazis, Communists, and Russians honored in Prague
This year's recipients of the Memory of the Nation Awards included a Czech woman imprisoned by the Gestapo and a Ukrainian Orthodox priest.
PHOTO GALLERY: Prague celebrates anniversary of 1989 Velvet Revolution
Thousands gathered in the city center to commemorate the 34th anniversary of the Velvet Revolution with a street festival, candle lighting, and events.
Czech news in brief for November 18: Saturday's top headlines
Thousands honor anniversary of the Velvet Revolution in Prague, Czech fundraiser collects millions for Black Hawk helicopter for Ukraine, and more.
American journalist discovers Czech communist plot to recruit him as a spy
Journalist and author Mark Baker talked to Expats.cz about the elaborate lengths the Czech State Security went to in order to make him one of their own.
Unlocking freedom: The symbolism of jingling keys during the Velvet Revolution
Although a simple gesture, the shaking of keys is now seen as an iconic part of Czechia’s 1989 revolution that ousted the communist regime.
GALLERY: Forgotten photos of the Velvet Revolution go on display in Prague
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A unique photography exhibition of rediscovered footage, 'The Stifled City 68-89' will be on view at CAMP from Nov. 17-19.
Czech news in brief for November 17: Friday's top headlines
Czechia pays tribute to Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day, center of Brno sees pro-Palestine protest, and more top headlines for Nov. 17, 2023.
Czech news in brief for November 16: Thursday's top headlines
Czech PM proposes further freezing of Russian assets, Prague train station's free water dispenser draws criticism, and more for Nov. 16, 2023.
Turkey time: Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Prague in 2023
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Order turkey with all the trimmings for a festive dine-in meal at these Prague restaurants, or to take home. Plus tips for where to shop for staples.
Travel warnings issued as German train strike impacts Czech connections
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During the strike, Czech Railways recommends traveling to/from Germany on the morning of Nov.15, or postponing German-bound travel until Friday, Nov. 17.
Czech senators fight for citizens' right to stay offline
Concerns over data collection have led some politicians to propose a law that would give citizens the right to stay out of state digital systems.
Czech news in brief for November 15: Wednesday's top headlines
Smaller Black Friday savings expected this year, Germany extends border checks, Prague opens 'Little Moon City', and more on Nov. 15, 2023.
Nov. 17 holiday in Czechia: Shop openings, museum free days, and transport closures
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Public events will honor the Velvet Revolution while many Czechs are expected to begin their holiday shopping.
From Beetlejuice to Wednesday: Blockbuster Burton exhibit returns to Prague
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The American director has cited Czech visionaries Zeman and Švankmajer as essential influences. The exhibit is slated to begin in May 2024.
Closure of Prague's Pankrác metro means major transit detour ahead
During the shutdown, trains will pass through but passengers must use substitute bus and tram service.
Czechia to welcome more foreign workers from the Balkans, Caucasus
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Due to a shortage of Ukrainian migrant workers, the state is eyeing other countries to fill in the gap in Czechia's labor market – namely in agriculture.
