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.
Ahoj, Monday! Your morning cup of Prague
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech mineral water producers splash back against proposed tax hikes
While some food products will be receiving a tax break under new legislation, mineral water would see a six percent increase in value-added tax.
Celebrate the supermoon at the Al Qamar Film Festival in Edison Filmhub
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The inaugural edition of this festival showcasing films from North Africa and the Middle East will also include an outdoor moonlight market.
Prague landmarks drew more visitors this summer than last year
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The number of tourists visiting landmarks managed by Prague City Tourism saw an uptick this July and August, with the Petřín Tower drawing the most visits.
News in brief for Aug. 27: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Canoeist Fuksa claims first world title and secures Olympic berth, Czech First Lady to support vulnerable groups, and more weekend headlines.
The Czech Republic's new digital nomad visa hopes to attract skilled workers
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Citizens from eight countries now have the ability to apply for a new digital nomad visa to live and work in the Czech Republic for up to one year.
Czech trade unions push for increase in minimum wage to CZK 19,500 monthly
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The Czech-Moravian Confederation of Trade Unions is advocating for a significant rise in the country's minimum wage, up to CZK 19,500 from next year.
The show must go on: Prague's State Opera reopens despite flooding
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The Czech capital's landmark opera house has begun its season on time despite torrential rains that caused extensive damages to its lower levels.
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.
Czechia braces for heavy storms and cooler temperatures over the weekend
Meteorologists have warned people about outdoor activities in the coming days, which will bring strong storms and hail showers.
Prague 2 gets new queer street art exhibition promoting inclusion
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This is one of several projects of the Prague! organization, which aims to change public perceptions through street art.
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.
Explore Czech history on Castle Night 2023
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Several castles nationwide will open up this Saturday, offering tours, exhibitions, and a look into Czechia's past.
New Czech law set to make liability insurance compulsory for e-scooters
If passed by parliament, operators of electric scooters, Segways, and golf carts will pay hundreds of crowns per year for insurance.
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
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The new law allows long-term non-EU residents in Czechia to take out health insurance with a range of providers.
