PHOTO GALLERY: This week's headlines in photos (June 20–24, 2022)
The top headlines for Czechia this week in ten photos.
Senate approves CZK 5,000 per child bonus, but will you qualify?
The proposal, which will cost the state some CZK 7.8 billion, has been sent to President Zeman for his signature.
A new bar swings onto the Prague cocktail scene
Monkey Bar opened its doors in May and customers have been going bananas for its urbane mix of signature cocktails ever since.
Senate approves another 'merciful summer' for repaying debts to state
Plus: Pavel remains one of the favorites of the presidential election, Ukraine and Moldova granted EU candidate status, and more.
This weekend in Prague: Gin in all its glory and Metronome is back
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Plus: Cool off with ice cream, party on the roof of Radost, see a Blade Runner double feature, and more.
Clock tower removed from Prague's Industrial Palace for restoration
Plus: Czech zoo sends endangered black rhinos to Poland, corruption scandal may include Post Office, and more June 23 headlines.
Czech morning headlines: Koněvova street may be renamed to Hartigova, PM Fiala to address the nation
Plus: National Virology and Bacteriology Institute to be established, Czech ticket seller Kiwi receives large investment, and more.
The best of all worlds: Prague educator explains why being bilingual matters
Czech-English program Young Hippocampus incorporates the best of the Czech and international educational systems in a cost-effective bilingual initiative.
Cherry festival invites Praguers to fill a basket for free
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Cherry orchards in Prague date back to the 15th century, they flourished in the post-war era and are being revived once again.
A school sanctuary in South Bohemia celebrates 30 years in Czechia
Townshend International School, near České Budějovice, has transformed the educational experience into one of self-reflection and service to others.
Benicio Del Toro and Geoffrey Rush headed to Karlovy Vary International Film Festival
Plus: Storm cuts power and downs trees, STAN to return gift from businessman, over half of new cases are Omicron subvariants.
Prague Airport launches self-serve baggage drops to curb waiting time
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Until now, a full self-check-in was only an option for people with just carry-on luggage but new kiosks open the option for some European flights.
PM Fiala: Czechia has nearly exhausted its arms supplies to support Ukraine
A daily dispatch on how the war in Ukraine is impacting life in the Czech Republic.
Private grammar school attendance doubles in seven years in Czechia
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Interest in private schools is increasing, but a crucial amendment clarifying their enrollment rules is still pending.
Czech culture this week: Summer music fests and Latin American flavors
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Nick Cave, Beck, and Underworld will play Prague's Metronome festival, while Merkádo brings a taste of Latin America to Vinohrady.
Camels trek through Prague to highlight drought and water scarcity
A new campaign from Czech brewer Radegast has seen camels walk through Prague, Ostrava, and Beskydy to promote saving on water consumption.
Weekend headlines: Czech Minister of Education resigns in wake of corruption scandal
Plus: high temperatures set records through the Czech Republic, Czech kayakers win medals at World Cup in Krakow, and more weekend headlines.
