OPINION: Czechia still needs to repair its human rights record
Last week the Czech Republic replaced Russia on the UN Human Rights Council, yet several human rights violations persevere in the country.
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.
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.
'What We Wore Before' installation decries victim-shaming in Czech society
A new installation by Konsent and Amnesty International displays clothes and stories of real rape victims to dispel prejudices.
World's longest suspension footbridge to open in Czechia next month
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The 721-meter long suspension footbridge will take you from one mountain ridge to another, hanging 95 meters above the mountain valley.
Czech nurse acquitted of multiple murder charges
In 2014, the acquitted woman was charged with killing six patients in a hospital in Rumburk, North Bohemia.
Czechia edges out Italy, France, and Spain in 2022 World Happiness Report
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This year’s findings show an increase in acts of goodwill the world over amid tough times and addresses changing conceptions of happiness.
Prague's expat community offers shelter and hope to Ukrainian refugees
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We spoke to several expat hosts about the challenges – but mostly joys – of lending a helping hand in times of crisis.
How will Russia’s invasion of Ukraine impact daily life in Czechia?
Events in Ukraine have caused shock around the world, and people living in the Czech Republic are now feeling the effects.
Ukrainians with refugee visas may work immediately in Czechia
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The Czech Labour Ministry has announced that Ukrainian citizens will have free access to the jobs market.
Czech daily news roundup: Thursday, Feb. 24, 2022
The Czech Republic responds to developments in Ukraine with President Zeman set to give a speech later this morning.
Greenpeace celebrates three decades of activism in the Czech lands
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While the Czech branch of Greenpeace opened 30 years ago, its activities predate the Velvet Revolution.
Reader question: What are the rules for splitting property after a divorce?
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Property division can be an especially big issue during a divorce. How does it work in the Czech Republic?
Czech women's rights organizations calling for a new definition of rape
Thirteen European countries now define rape as non-consensual intercourse; protesters Tuesday called for a similar definition to prevail in Czechia.
Record-breaking January inflation leap highlights Czechia's economic woes
Inflation in the Czech Republic skyrocketed last month, according to new data from the Czech Statistical Office.
Will Meta really shut down Facebook and Instagram in Czechia?
The story behind Mark Zuckerberg's threat to shut down the company’s major apps in Europe, and why your social media will likely survive.
FAQ: Getting licensed to drive an automatic in the Czech Republic
More and more Czech driving schools offer training on automatic-gear cars – good news for those who want to ditch the third pedal.
