Big Mac Index shows Czech crown is undervalued against the US dollar
The Big Mac Index, published biannually by The Economist, compares global currencies' purchasing power by examining Big Mac prices across countries.
Czech news in brief for August 14: Wednesday's top headlines
Russian Orthodox priest ordered to leave Czechia, dry air and heat trigger fire alert for Wednesday, and Germany defends extended border checks.
Reuters: Czech crown will strengthen in the next 12 months
A falling year-on-year inflation rate and higher investor confidence are improving the crown's value, despite lower interest rates.
Prague's historic Výtoň Bridge set to be moved to different part of city
The 153-year-old cultural monument, which many say is in serious need of replacement due to dilapidation, will be preserved and moved to Modřany.
EXPLAINED: Why Slovakia's troubling cultural purge is gaining worldwide attention
Commentators in Czechia have condemned Slovakia's recent moves to fire important cultural directors in a seeming attempt to centralize governmental power.
Czech news in brief for August 13: Tuesday's top headlines
More Czechs watch Paris Olympics than Tokyo Games, heat warning in effect until further notice, Máj department store must remove playground.
Czechia moves to make egg donations safer for women
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The country is a hub for foreign women coming to receive IVF treatment – now, the government wants to make it less risky and profit-driven.
Ministry clashes with municipalities over pupils' phone use in schools
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The state has said that schools are free to make and introduce their own rules without input needed from local government.
WEEKEND PHOTOS: Prague turns multi-colored amid climax of Prague Pride
Tens of thousands of attendees walked through the streets of central Prague to celebrate LGBTQ+ inclusion – many attended workshops and other events.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
Your quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for August 12: Monday's top headlines
Prague Pride activists push for equality, some 70,000 visit Olympics festival in Most, and Perseids to peak in Czechia Monday and Tuesdsay.
New animal species are appearing in Czechia's Krkonoše mountains
Yellow sac spiders and praying mantises have been recorded in the area for the first time, and the European moose has also reappeared.
60,000 participate in 2024 Prague Pride parade through Czech capital
Despite increased security measures, police reported no major incidents at the annual event, which drew about the same number of people as last year.
Czech news in brief for August 11: Sunday's top headlines
Fuksa and Ogrodníková to carry Czech flag at Olympic closing ceremony, Hundreds take part in annual hike to Sněžka, and more weekend headlines.
Kayaker Dostál wins Czechia's third gold medal at 2024 Paris Olympics
With his victory in the men’s kayak single 1000m, Josef Dostál completes his collection following silver and bronze medals from previous Olympic Games.
Prague police investigating negligence in case of man killed by fallen cornice
The victim of the freak accident that occurred in Prague on Thursday has been identified as a 46-year-old man and father of three from Ukraine.
Prague's new bus stop request system gets off to a bumpy start
The decision to make all bus stops on the Prague and Central Bohemia network 'request stops' has confused and concered many, especially older travelers.
