Czech weekend news roundup: Sunday, April 3, 2022
Prague trams record first pedestrian death since 2019, Czech Republic forgives 1.5 billion crowns in debts, and more headlines for this weekend.
Czech diplomats call for Zelensky to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize
The nominating letter called the Russian invasion of Ukraine 'a symbol of the fight for universal values.'
Teacher killed in machete attack in Prague 4
Police have apprehended a suspect who is reported to have been a student at the vocational school where the attack occurred.
Prague Zoo kicks off 91st season of operation this weekend
Also: 3,000 Russians in Prague protest war in Ukraine, Czech National Bank expected to raise interest rates again next week, and more weekend headlines.
Madeleine Albright dies, age 84: Honoring the Czech-born leader's heritage and legacy
The former U.S. Secretary of State was a key supporter of the Czech Republic’s integration into the western international order.
Hiring from within: ExxonMobil in Prague puts career development first
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ExxonMobil's Prague office reached a milestone in 2021, adding 200 new skilled jobs for its employees.
The Russian community reaches out to help Ukrainian refugees in Prague
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The Russian community in Prague who oppose the disagree with the war are helping Ukrainian refugees with by transporting aid, donating supplies and more.
Czech daily news roundup: March 17, 2022
Czech PM's Ukraine visit makes international headlines, govt. could pay those who offer refugees shelter, and Jagr's NHL record surpassed.
Czech wages grew slower than inflation in the fourth quarter of 2021
Plus: Czech obesity rates ballooned during pandemic, Czech spa towns face loss of tourists due to war in Ukraine, and more headlines from this weekend.
Ukraine crisis in Czechia: What's happening now
An updated twice-daily report on news surrounding the events in Ukraine and how they impact life in the Czech Republic.
Thousands protest Russian invasion of Ukraine in Prague and Brno
Plus: Czech Republic closes airspace to Russian airlines, Czech officials push for tougher sanctions on Russia, and more weekend headlines.
National Museum and other Prague landmarks fly Ukrainian flag
The National Theater will perform the Ukrainian anthem at Václav Havel Square, a protest is planned for Wenceslas Square at 5 p.m.
Europe is 'close to war,' says Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala
Plus: Czech Foreign Ministry to hold emergency meeting on Ukraine, start to 2022 is Czech Republic's windiest on record, and more weekend headlines.
Czech firefighters rescue 40 passengers stranded on Jeseníky ski lift
Plus: Czech unemployment rate rises to 3.7% in January, husband-and-wife curling team falls out of Olympic medal consideration, and more weekend headlines.
Czech duo wins women's doubles title at Australian Open
Plus: Czech tourist cottage destroyed by flames, Prague Castle under investigation for shredding documents, and more headlines for Saturday, January 29.
Czech star Barbora Krejčíková advances to Australian Open quarterfinals
Plus: MMA star Procházka to fight for UFC title in May, bird flu outbreak reported in Pardubice, and more headlines from this weekend.
The new government wants to reinvent traditional education in Czechia
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The country's new education minister wants to create a more flexible approach to studies that fosters creativity and teamwork.
