Czech Labour Code changes raise questions for freelance workers
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Proposed changes aimed at gig workers have sparked warnings that they could expand the 'švarc system' and push more employees into freelance roles.
Czechia blocks Russian supermarket owners from cashing out
Czech authorities froze shares linked to the Russian operators of Mere discount supermarkets after the EU sanctioned businessman Andrey Schneider.
Czech news in brief for August 4: Tuesday's top morning headlines
Ukraine plans initiative involving Czechia, Slovakia, EU ministers meet on Ceuta migration surge today, and Havel Library to continue under new name.
30+ English-friendly events worth your time this week in Czechia
This week’s calendar runs from Aug. 3 to 9, with tips for this year's Prague Pride Festival, outdoor summer concerts, and much more.
Czech castles including Karlštejn will open for free this fall – but book early
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Karlštejn, Hluboká, and other Czech castles will be free this fall, but spots are limited and visitors must book ahead.
Czech news in brief for August 3: Monday's top morning headlines
Prague Pride begins under heightened security, hackers knock Czech health institute site offline, and Brno sees samba in the streets.
Czech news in brief for August 2: Sunday's top afternoon headlines
Heat wave to grip Czechia this week, CNB expected to hold interest rates steady, invasive beetle nears Czech border, and more top headlines.
Prague public transport discounts return: A guide to free and reduced fares
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The city has restored reduced public transport fares for people receiving living allowance; children, students and seniors also qualify for lower rates.
Czech news in brief for August 2: Sunday's top morning headlines
Uganda traveler cleared of dangerous disease, AI labels become mandatory across EU, and more Sunday morning headlines.
Czech news in brief for August 1: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
Heat wave to return next week, Pilsen auto supplier to cut 300 jobs, details released in Czech tennis star's ban, and more Saturday headlines.
Czechia’s new 'super benefit' system starts today: What households need to know
More than 238,000 Czech households will receive newly calculated support payments as four existing benefits are replaced by a single system.
Czech news in brief for August 1: Saturday's top morning headlines
Czech rivers hit historic lows amid drought, Okamura calls Pavel a "crook," heat shatters records across Czechia, and more Saturday headlines.
Everything that changes in August in Czechia – and what else is new
New benefit payments, transport changes, higher energy prices, and back-to-school shopping: Here's what changes in Czechia this August.
This week in polls: How our readers reacted to the news
Every weekday we ask our readers about Czechia's hottest topics. Here's what this week's polls revealed – cast your vote now.
Czechia’s ‘unbearable’ heat wave: Weekend disruptions, warnings, and ways to stay cool
Record temperatures nearing 40°C are bringing swimming warnings, event changes, travel advice and new cooling options across Czechia this weekend.
Parents in Czechia to get CZK 50,000 benefit boost next year
Here's what's changing under the new law, and what parental allowance actually is.
Czech news in brief for July 30: Thursday's top morning headlines
Prague Pride boosts security after Berlin attacks, new Prague apartments get pricier, and salmonella found in instant noodles in Czechia.
