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Czechia bounces back to join EU's 'top 10 healthiest economies'
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Falling inflation, growing GDP, and lower public debt all helped Czechia surge up an annual EU-wide ranking, though obstacles to growth persist.
Revealed: The top employers for young people in Czechia
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A wide-ranging study evaluated young people's top employers by industry, while also revealing what jobseekers most often want in a new job.
Corruption scandals and lax oversight drag Czechia down in global ranking
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Transparency International attributes the country’s worsening position to postponed reforms, low political integrity, and unchecked public contracting.
Czech news in brief for February 11: Tuesday's top headlines
Pavel: AI can 'revolutionize' but has risks, Ukrainians can extend protection from today, and state wants to further restrict energy drinks.
Renovation of iconic Kotva department store begins on its 50th anniversary
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The brutalist-structuralist building was a flagship for socialist commerce in Czechoslovakia, but has struggled low demand and interest in recent decades.
Czech unemployment rises, but job opportunities for foreigners remain strong
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Unemployment in Czechia rose slightly in January, but opportunities for foreign workers remain strong, with many entry-level jobs still available.
Czech news in brief for February 10: Monday's top headlines
Czech military probes Ukraine drone smuggling, 116 same-sex couples enter new partnerships, and Czechia braces for snow, freezing rain this week.
Police evacuate Prague hotel after suspicious wire found on door handle
Police were called after hotel staff reported that a guest had not left his room; a wire was found wrapped around the door handle.
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On International Pizza Day, these are Czechia's top 5 favorite pies
According to data from Bolt Food, the most-ordered pizzas in the Czech Republic range from four cheese to the polarizing Hawaiian.
Czech muesli to reach Mexican Walmart shelves after contract deal
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Emco has secured a significant deal to supply Walmart stores in Mexico, marking an expansion of its growing international presence.
Czech news in brief for February 9: Sunday's top headlines
Czech real estate prices up seven percent year-on-year, MPs to debate laws for self-driving cars, and more weekend headlines.
Graduates of Prague Film School helped make the Oscar-nominated short Anuja
Five alumni of Prague Film School worked on Anuja, which has earned a nomination for Best Live Action Short at this year's Academy Awards.
Czech news in brief for February 8: Saturday's top headlines
Czechia seeks exemption from US AI chip limits, Slovaks in Brno protest against Fico, and more weekend headlines.
VISUALIZED: Where do Prague’s international tourists come from?
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New data reveals the top nationalities among Prague’s 8 million visitors in 2024, with many increasingly opting for luxury experiences.
'Like frosting on a cake': American breweries embrace Czech-style foamy beer pour
The classic Czech 'mlíko' with its signature foam is gaining traction in North America, The New York Times reports.
Trump nominates businessman Nicholas Merrick as U.S. ambassador to Czechia
This is the Texas-based former CFO's first diplomatic role; he will replace outgoing Biden appointee Bijan Sabet who stepped down on Jan. 20.
Czech president expands Ukrainian refugee protections, restricts Russian citizenship
The Czech government is preparing for the eventual return of Ukrainian refugees, with plans for a return center in Prague from June.
