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.
Czechs consuming record amount of non-alcoholic beer: Here are 5 to try
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As large Czech brewers announce autumn price hikes across their ranges in line with inflation, many are questioning old drinking habits.
Czech politicans want to keep immigrants out, but could foreign workers save the economy?
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As the labor market struggles to fill gaps brought about by the pandemic, analysts say workers from abroad could be the answer for Czech companies.
'Vacancies at an all-time high': Czech Republic's labor shortage gives candidates negotiating power
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New findings suggest that record-high openings and a lack of available employees means job seekers should leverage career opportunities.
A third of women experience sexual harassment in Czech public transport
An alarming number of female passengers report experiencing indecent exposure, unwanted touching and kissing, sexual coercion, and attempted rape.
Czech Republic's Konopiště Castle to welcome back ceremonial shield stolen by the Nazis
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The castle, accessible as a day trip from Prague, features extensive displays of medieval armor and weaponry collected by Archduke Franz Ferdinand.
As emissions fall across EU, damning data shows Czech Republic as climate-change bad boy
With Prime Minister Andrej Babiš questioning the EU’s climate strategy, a study shows the Czech Republic is heading in the wrong direction on emissions.
Czech Republic among top-30 world countries with the best digital quality of life
An international ranking has placed the Czech Republic among the world’s best when it comes to quality of the digital environment.
Billa Czech Republic to launch an e-shop as part of modernization overhaul
The Austrian supermarket chain is planning to revolutionize its offer in the Czech Republic with major investments from abroad.
Election 2021: Where do Czech political parties stand on climate change?
As the October vote looms, NGOs have ranked Czech parties on their commitment to combating climate change and protecting the environment.
