On this day: The world remembers Václav Havel on his 87th birthday
Leaders took to social networks this morning to honor Havel, the former president and renowned playwright who led Czechoslovakia's Velvet Revolution.
News in brief for Oct. 5: Top headlines in Czechia for Thursday
Forbes reveals list of richest Czechs, govt. approves a new defense strategy, and more top headlines for Oct. 5, 2023.
Czech 'long-hairs' cleared after 57-year-old tangle with communists
According to the Supreme Court, the 1960s authorities failed to respect the key principles of a democracy when trying to forcibly cut people's hair.
A paid version of Instagram and Facebook may soon be coming to Czechia
Tech giant Meta has unveiled plans to introduce a totally ad-free experience of these platforms for a price. However, the free versions will remain.
Czech health minister: Now is the time to schedule Covid and flu jabs
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The State Health Institute on Tuesday encouraged people in Czechia to get inoculated against both Covid-19 and influenza without delay.
Storms and heavy winds cause chaos across parts of Czechia
Strong gusts caused trees to fall onto rail lines, cars, and houses. In Central Bohemia, firefighters register around 150 calls
News in brief for Oct. 4: Top headlines for Czechia on Wednedsay
Czechia to present climate-energy plan, no Czechs known to be aboard Italian bus that crashed and more headlines for Oct. 4, 2023.
Czechia and the Nobel Prize: Winners, controversies, and connections
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The Czech Republic boasts six Nobel Laureates as well as some fascinating stories about near wins and big-time connections with celebrated winners.
One in five university students in Czechia are foreigners – and half want to stay after graduating
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Strong educational and job offerings have made Czechia an increasingly attractive destination to international students in the past 20 years.
Czechia reinstates random border checks with Slovakia from Wednesday
Increasing numbers of illegal immigrants traveling from Slovakia and transiting through Czechia have prompted the government to take quick action.
New survey: 80 percent of Czechs struggle to buy their own home
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High mortgage rates and increasing property prices have pushed a lot of prospective Czech homeowners out of the market, although optimism is slowly rising.
Czech foreign minister: EU accession negotiations for Ukraine should begin soon
Jan Lipavský also admitted that Ukraine has substantial work ahead in adapting its legal framework to align with EU standards.
News in brief for Oct. 3: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Czech Republic has EU's lowest unemployment rate, presidental spokesperson resigns, and more top headlines for Oct. 3, 2023.
VIDEO: See 7,000-year-old structure near Prague that's older than Stonehenge and the pyramids
The shock finding shines some light on prehistoric activity in Bohemia, although it is not fully clear what the large roundel (or disc) was used for.
Prague conference brings together smartest investors in Czech startup sphere
Scheduled to take place in late October, the Engaged Investments conference gives people a chance to learn from the most seasoned Czech startup funders.
Major changes to Czech Labor Code now in force: Here's what you need to know
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The new Czech Labor Code, which came into effect at the start of October, will see greater remote-work opportunities and more renumeration for freelancers.
Czech drivers queue for cheap fuel at pumps near the Polish border
While gasoline prices have traditionally been lower in Poland than in the Czech Republic, the current gap has widened significantly.
