Czech Republic shoots for the future with investments in innovation
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Expenditures on research and development in the Czech Republic hit record levels last year.
Disinformation is flooding the Czech Republic, says report
The Czech internet has seen a significant increase in articles containing disinformation and fake news.
Rising costs for public transport could hit commuters’ wallets hard
Rising energy prices leave transport companies with no pain-free options and the general public are likely to bear the brunt.
Prague is one of the world’s best cities for remote working
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The Czech capital ranked higher than the likes of New York, Hong Kong and Madrid in an in-depth study of remote working conditions.
As Prague faces billions in tourism losses, industry leaders warn of economic fallout
With government compensation programs coming to an end this summer, the Czech Tourism Union says an economic crisis is looming.
Political storm erupts over House Speaker's hospital visit to President Zeman
Police say they will investigate the possibility that President Zeman’s signature was forged on a document convening the next Czech parliament.
Czech housing market 'out of control' as prices leap to new heights
Experts are condemning the unaffordability of a housing market in which prices are growing faster than most other European countries.
Czech chocolate, sweets, and snacks to see significant price hike
Inflation, rising wages and the increasing cost of raw materials are set to dramatically impact the cost of living particularly at the grocery store.
Polls open for Czech elections amid unprecedented political uncertainty
As the Prime Minister faces international scandal and rumors swirl about the state of the President’s health, the outcome of the vote is hard to predict.
Elections 2021: Where do Czech political parties stand on same-sex marriage?
The hesitant stance of most parties towards same-sex marriage means reform is unlikely to come in the next parliament.
Major EU investment package to propel Czech education into the future
Over CZK 90 billion is set to flow into the Czech research and education sector until 2026 from European Union funds.
Interest rates for mortgages rise after controversial National Bank move
After the Czech National Bank raised base interest rates by more than expected, interest rates are increasing for mortgage loans.
Czech National Bank shocks economists with biggest interest rate hike since 1997
The base rate increased by 0.75 percent to 1.5 percent, due to rising inflation which is outstripping the Central Bank’s expectations.
High demand for employees in Czech IT sector leads to impressive wage growth
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With around 14,000 current vacancies, domestic supply seems unable to meet demand for IT professionals in the Czech Republic.
Babiš supports Orbán's push to strengthen borders, family values across the EU
With the Czech PM visiting Hungary and Orbán to come to the Czech Republic next week, relations between the leaders are stronger than ever.
FT: Czech economy is a 'forgotten success story' but inflation is a threat
While international analysts praise the Czech Republic’s long-term growth, the country’s National Bank warns of post-pandemic inflationary pressures.
Kate Middleton meets with survivors of Terezín concentration camp
The Duchess of Cambridge took a boat trip with two Holocaust survivors who were flown from Prague to Britain in 1945.
