News in brief for Aug. 29: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Kundera's books travel from Paris to Brno, energy prices up 62 percent since 2021, and more headlines for Tuesday, Aug. 29.
Losing value: Difficult times may be ahead for the Czech crown
The Czech crown weakened in recent months amid a deceleration in inflation and an end to central bank foreign-exchange interventions.
Footbridges on Výtoň railway bridge to close due to restoration work
The Railway Administration says that both footbridges will be out of operation at different times, meaning that one will always be accessible.
Excessive bureaucracy is costing Czechia: A new plan to cut red tape could help
The Chamber of Commerce has put forward a plan detailing how to reduce the country's administrative burden and save billions of crowns.
Russian imperial policy poses major security threat to Czechia, warns PM
At the Czech ambassadors' meeting today, Prime Minister Fiala also cautioned against underestimating China.
Czechia prepares vaccines for potential new Covid-19 variants this autumn
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The vaccines, which will target new strains of the coronavirus, will not be actively promoted and advertised in Czechia.
News in brief for Aug. 28: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Czechia wins two bronzes at World Athletics Championships, week starts with cool and rainy weather, and more headlines for Monday, Aug. 28.
Czech mineral water producers splash back against proposed tax hikes
While some food products will be receiving a tax break under new legislation, mineral water would see a six percent increase in value-added tax.
Prague landmarks drew more visitors this summer than last year
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The number of tourists visiting landmarks managed by Prague City Tourism saw an uptick this July and August, with the Petřín Tower drawing the most visits.
News in brief for Aug. 27: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Canoeist Fuksa claims first world title and secures Olympic berth, Czech First Lady to support vulnerable groups, and more weekend headlines.
The Czech Republic's new digital nomad visa hopes to attract skilled workers
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Citizens from eight countries now have the ability to apply for a new digital nomad visa to live and work in the Czech Republic for up to one year.
Czech trade unions push for increase in minimum wage to CZK 19,500 monthly
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The Czech-Moravian Confederation of Trade Unions is advocating for a significant rise in the country's minimum wage, up to CZK 19,500 from next year.
The show must go on: Prague's State Opera reopens despite flooding
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The Czech capital's landmark opera house has begun its season on time despite torrential rains that caused extensive damages to its lower levels.
News in brief for Aug. 26: Top headlines for Czechia on Saturday
Czechia fears effects of German recession, apple growers go bananas over prices, and more headlines for Saturday, Aug. 26.
WEEKLY QUIZ: How much do you know about Czech dissidents?
Test your knowledge of landmark events and people who played a vital role in toppling communism in Czechoslovakia.
Czechia braces for heavy storms and cooler temperatures over the weekend
Meteorologists have warned people about outdoor activities in the coming days, which will bring strong storms and hail showers.
Prague 2 gets new queer street art exhibition promoting inclusion
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This is one of several projects of the Prague! organization, which aims to change public perceptions through street art.
