Czech scientists contribute to breakthrough in northern white rhino preservation project
Only two northern white rhinos, both females born in a Czech zoo, are known to exist in the world.
One in five Czech construction and industry companies plan to dismiss workers
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A recent survey found that a similar number of non-profit companies also plan to carry out layoffs in the fall.
Apartment prices in Czechia fell in the first quarter of 2023
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The Liberec and Ostrava regions saw the biggest drops, while prices stagnated in Prague, and rose in the Ústí nad Labem and Zlín regions.
Barbora Strýcová wins women's doubles Grand Slam at Wimbledon
Alongside her Taiwanese partner, the 37-year-old Czech won her second Grand Slam at Wimbledon.
Czech historical boat expedition unveils ancient Mediterranean colonization secrets
A replica of an 8,000-year-old boat finished a month-long voyage through the waters of the Aegean Sea.
News in brief for July 17: Labor minister announces pension increase from 2024
A jump in car production, mass forest-fire damages, higher mortgages, and more headlines updated regularly to keep you up to speed.
Prague's first hydrogen-powered public transport bus is now in service
Prague has introduced its first hydrogen-powered bus, a Škoda H'CITY vehicle, into regular public transport service on line 170.
Survey: Half of Czechs prefer to use cash while traveling abroad
According to a recent survey, the majority of Czechs prefer to exchange Czech crowns for foreign currency before going on vacation.
History! Vondroušová becomes first unseeded women's Wimbledon champion
The Czech tennis star beat Ons Jabeur 6-4, 6-4 on Saturday to become the first unseeded player to win the women's singles title in Wimbledon history.
News in brief for July 16: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Prague Zoo's residents cool down during the summer heatwave, Czech hotels see year-on-year increase in interest, and more weekend headlines.
Czech officials condemn Hungarian fine for LGBTQ+ book
The Czech Republic's Interior Minister and Human Rights Commissioner are among those who have spoken out about the controversial stance in Hungary.
Sprinkler trucks to cool down Prague during weekend heatwave
Most of Europe will see extreme temperatures this weekend, but special trucks will help cool down Prague's streets and residents.
Czech tennis stars play for Wimbledon titles this weekend
Markéta Vondroušová will face Ons Jabeur for the Winbledon singles title today, while Barbora Strýcová will vie for the doubles title Sunday.
News in brief for July 15: Top headlines for Czechia on Saturday
Czech and German foreign ministers meet at the border, Prague gets hydrogen-powered bus, and more top stories for Saturday, July 15, 2023.
Czech lawmakers greenlight removal of 10,000 outdated laws from legal rolls
The list includes everything from a ban on exporting sugar to an arcane regulation regarding celibacy for teachers.
Rose-tinted glasses: New Barbie movie features Czech-made glassware
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The pink glasses and drinking jugs featured in the upcoming movie hail from the Bohemian workshops of the Klimchi company.
Prague’s public transit will experience disruptions due to renovations
Ongoing works will affect the metro C line between Hlavní nádraží and Vltavská as well as trams and buses between Anděl and Sídliště Řepy.
