Most large shops in Czechia will close on May 8, despite the option to stay open
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The current state of emergency allows for an exception to the law that forces shops over 200 square meters to close.
Czechia advances 20 places in the 2022 World Press Freedom Index
The country has drastically improved year on year in the annual index issued by Reporters Without Borders.
Czechia to back EU ban on Russian oil import with postponement
Plus: Babiš talks biofuels for two hours, Slovakia and Hungary reject sanctions, and a squeamish nature photo takes a top Czech prize.
How Czech road safety is set to improve in 2022
The Czech Republic has long had higher than average mortality rates in the EU. One company hopes to see that change.
Museum Kampa founder Meda Mládková dies aged 102
The art patron and collector helped to support and popularize modern and abstract Czechoslovak art.
Interior Ministry: Czechia should continue denying visas to Russians
A bill restricting Russians and Belarusians is intended to put pressure on those countries to end the war.
Czech daily news roundup: Tuesday, May 3, 2022
Czech police may have made mistakes in Roma man's death, first Czech fighter likely died in Ukraine, and a Czech classic digitally restored for Cannes.
Czechs and the EU: Does a 'Czexit' still have supporters?
Russia's aggression in Ukraine has bolstered Czechs' support for the EU, but the 'Czexit' camp remains buoyant.
Damage in Prague apartment blaze estimated at CZK 100 million
The fire brigade extinguished an apartment fire in Chodov, more than 30 people people were evacuated.
5 ways Prague urban planners aim to change the future cityscape
From protecting panoramas to pedestrians, the Czech capital has set out a plan for a kinder, gentler, easier to navigate city.
Primark price hikes to impact Prague location
Prices are set to rise on a number of items at fashion chain stores, including Prague's discount clothing retailer Primark.
Ukraine crisis in Czechia: What's happening now (May 6)
A daily dispatch on how the war in Ukraine is impacting life in the Czech Republic.
Anti-abortion and pro-choice groups clash in Prague
The anti-abortion protesters held an annual march across Prague, while pro-choice groups briefly blocked their way and held a separate rally.
Czech government clarifies eligibility for one-time inflation subsidy
Families with an annual gross income of up to CZK 1 million can receive one-off payment of CZK 5,000 per child.
Czech daily news roundup: Monday, May 2, 2022
Lower house chairwoman visits Sweden, gas reserves to be boosted, and houses of Parliament will open to the public this weekend.
Prague unveils new-look trains to match trams and buses
Prague's integrated transport is becoming more integrated as a new design scheme is rolled out across all of the city's vehicles.
The Czech Republic celebrates May 1 under the cherry blossoms
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Officially commemorated as Labor Day in the Czech Republic, May 1 traditions mark the return of warm weather and spring blossoms.
