Czech Republic coronavirus updates: Dec. 18, 2020: New lockdown rules go into effect from today
Criticism has been leveled against for the government for its exemptions which some say are arbitrary.
On the anniversary of his death, Václav Havel remembered worldwide for his dedication to truth
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Havel passed away nine years ago but his legacy lives on in monuments worldwide; take a tour of the streets and landmarks bearing his name.
Czech blown-glass and beaded Christmas decorations awarded UNESCO status
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The traditional method of crafting decorations, native to the North Bohemia region, has been inscribed on the Intangible Heritage list.
Czechs will spend less on Christmas this year, with fewer and cheaper gifts
Younger people in particular plan to cut back on holiday spending, and more shopping will be online
Czech govt. earmarks another CZK 1 billion in support of arts and culture
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A new call for applicants will go out in January, and those in audiovisual arts will now be eligible.
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Revised gun law allowing silencers and night scopes approved by Czech Senate
An amendment to the Weapons Act is intended to bring Czech law in line with an EU directive.
Shops to open on Christmas morning – regardless of state of emergency or COVID restrictions
The Minister of Trade confirmed shops will open on Christmas Eve, as Blatný urges people to shop only when necessary
Reader stories: Prague singles talk love and sex during lockdown
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Zoom dates, status checks, and lots of takeaway coffee -- this is dating during a pandemic in the Czech Republic
Vaccines for Christmas: How will distribution look in the Czech Republic and who will get it first?
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European Medicines Agency (EMA) should approve the Pfizer vaccine against COVID-19 on Dec. 21; two Prague hospitals will have it
Czech morning news in brief: Top stories for Dec. 17, 2020
The state will cover child maintenance, police to check foreigners at Czech ski resorts, and the US ambassador set to leave by mid-January
Czech Republic coronavirus updates, Dec. 17: Govt. seeks to extend emergency state as death toll crosses 10,000
New lockdown rules begin on Friday; Czech lawmakers will meet next week to discuss an extended state of emergency
Brexit: How does the UK leaving the EU affect Brits in the Czech Republic?
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With the deadline fast approaching, the British Ambassador helps us answer some of the key questions for expats living in the Czech Republic
NGP’s Rembrandt and the National Museum’s 'Kings of the Sun' exhibitions to remain open
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An exception to the latest restrictions has been made for two popular shows with valuable items loaned from abroad.
Free antigen testing in the Czech Republic: Here's what you need to know
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These FAQs will help you navigate the testing terrain in advance of the holiday season
Czech morning news in brief: Top stories for Dec. 16, 2020
Free antigen tests begin, direct flights on FlyDubai to Dubai return next week, and museums with foreign artifacts get an exemption from restrictions
Czech Republic coronavirus updates, Dec. 16: free antigen testing starts, exemption sought for Christmas mass
In addition: A bill for another round of compensation passes both houses of Parliament; scientists blast government's pandemic approach
Second dedicated Apple Shop opens in the Czech Republic
The shop, not to be confused with an Apple Store, will be an official partner of the American tech company
