Czech tourist murdered in Colombia, local police investigating
A 25-year-old woman from the Czech Republic was found dead in Colombia and the incident is being treated as a homicide.
Coronavirus update, Sept. 27, 2021: Covid testing could be waived for school trips
Foreign students are undergoing re-vaccination, free testing to continue through October, and the R number is on the rise.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for September 27, 2021
Anti-Babiš protests take place throughout the country, pro-Czexit coalition a no-go according to Havlíček, ex-President Klaus remains in hospital.
Czech streaming platform Dramox now offers theater from 22 countries
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Launching its second season, Dramox now offers streaming theater performances from around the world, many of which come with English subtitles.
Czech weekend news in brief: Top stories for September 26, 2021
Covid-19 vaccinations see sharp decline, Czech figure skaters qualify for Beijing Olympics, and more headlines from this weekend.
Cyclists without helmets involved in 70% of fatal Czech bike accidents
There have been 32 fatal bike accidents in the Czech Republic so far this year, and riders without helmets were in the majority of them.
Khamoro festival of Roma culture marches through central Prague
A colorful parade of Roma dancers and musicians took to the streets of Prague today to promote the annual Khamoro festival, which runs through Monday.
Prague opens new passageway from Žižkov to main train station
The underground passageway from Prague's main train station provides quicker and safer access to the city's Žižkov neighborhood.
Czech PM to receive third dose of Covid-19 vaccine in October
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš will receive his third vaccine dose on October 7, one day before general elections in the Czech Republic.
France, Spain, and the Netherlands go orange in latest Czech travel map
Traveling from these countries to the Czech Republic will become easier from Monday for those without proof of Covid-19 vaccination or recovery.
All aboard the FriendShip: New platform connects Prague's homeless with volunteers
A new project from the Help Prague’s Homeless group wants to provide aid to a larger proportion of the homeless community.
Empowering women in the workplace can fuel the Czech economy, says study
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A sweeping new study of the CEE region highlights the economic potential of empowering women in the workplace.
Swedish drama 'Charter' and U.S. comedy 'Dinner in America' win at Febiofest
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Films including a tragic love story starring Colin Firth, a strange sci-fi flick, a Karel Gott doc, and dark Stalin-era drama will hit local screens.
How do Czechs like their Bond? White, male, and Irish, says a new poll
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Czechs love the British secret agent, and a survey shows that any radical changes to the character would be unpopular.
Coronavirus update, Sept. 24, 2021: Covid testing to take place in Czech schools again this autumn
Plus: Vaccination is on the decline in the Czech Republic, two-thirds of Czech companies encourage employee vaccination, the R number drops to 1.0.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for September 24, 2021
Klaus returns to Prague Central Military Hospital, Foreign Minister urges international cooperation, Sparta Prague football club fined again over racism.
Prague's annual Book World book fair begins a new chapter this weekend
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The festival is back following last year's closures with bestselling authors David Mitchell, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, and Laurent Binet attending.
