Czechia to apply for UN Security Council seat in 2031 and 2032
Three decades since Czechia's last stint as a non-permanent member of the council, Prague is now seeking to end the Russia-Ukraine war.
Czechia plans to extend the age range for HPV vaccine reimbursement
A legislative proposal increasing the number of vaccination sites also addressed the safety of drinking water supplies.
First Czech support center for Ukrainian survivors of war and sexual violence opens in Prague
This is also the first project of its kind outside of Ukraine, and will provide a combination of psychological and legal help.
Czech news in brief for May 31: Army Chief of Staff doubles down on NATO-Russia conflict claims
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech lower house could act on same-sex marriage this week
Interior Minister Vít Rakušan said the bill would move forward in September, but lower house Speaker Markéta Pekarová Adamová will push for it this week.
Prague landmark makes list of world's ugliest buildings chosen by AI
Pundits have criticized the building for not fitting in with the architectural landscape of Czechia’s capital.
Pink and more pink: Barbiecore is Czechia's hottest summer trend
A number of fashion retailers say the summer's most highly anticipated movie is keeping the fashion space in the pink.
Czechia launches night train and bus to the Baltic Sea
Starting in June, budget-minded travelers will be able to reach the north of Poland starting at less than CZK 600.
Czech economy faces first-quarter decline as household consumption slows
The Czech economy is in a technical recession due to lower household spending, although analysts say improvement is on the horizon.
New exhibit in Prague serves up stunning photos of Czech women tennis stars
The exhibition, designed to show the real life of a tennis player, also contains match-worn shoes of Martina Navrátilová.
Škoda Auto to avoid layoffs as Euro 7 postponement likely
The starting date for the EU's stricter emission standards will likely be delayed, as eight countries oppose the current plan.
News in brief for May 30: Karlovy Vary announces main line-up for 2023 film festival competition
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, May 30, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech cigarette excise tax should be higher, expert says
Speaking ahead of World No Tobacco Day, Hana Ross criticized tobacco's widespread availability and insufficient taxation.
Czechia at 'extreme risk' for tick activity this week: What does this mean and how to stay safe?
As of today the entire country is at a level-5 risk for tick activity. Here's what you need to know.
QR code payments gaining traction among tech-savvy young Czechs
Paying by mobile phone and using a fingerprint are also popular, and interest in multi-currency accounts is growing.
Czech politicians push for more flexibility for parental allowance
There is a consensus across the political spectrum that parental allowance should increase.
Czechia pays out CZK 48 million in Covid compensation bonuses
The Supreme Audit Office says the program helped to mitigate the effects of government restrictions but some people abused the system with bogus claims..
