Czech petition sparks debate over introduction of menstrual leave
The petition has quickly gained traction, gathering over 26,000 signatures from citizens demanding more humane treatment for women menstruating at work.
Czech news in brief for June 24: Wednesday's top morning headlines
Havlová pulls Havel's name from library, armed teacher arrested after day-long manhunt, and the Summer Shakespeare Festival opens at Prague Castle.
Czech news in brief for June 23: Tuesday's top afternoon headlines
Police manhunt ends in Strašnice, Pavel turns to the Constitutional Court, and more Karlovy Vary festival honorees announced.
European heat dome hits Czechia: When will the scorching weather end?
Temperatures could exceed 35°C in the shade across Czechia this weekend with Prague potentially hitting 38°C.
Czech news in brief for June 23: Tuesday's top morning headlines
Armed man heading towrading school near Prague (breaking), Czech govt. greenlights AI gigafactory, and Karlovy Vary to announce expected stars today.
The unwritten rules of Czech healthcare and how to make the system work for you
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A comprehensive look at where expectations diverge from reality for newcomers to the system – plus the waiting room commandments we learned the hard way.
Czech news in brief for June 22: Monday's top afternoon headlines
A NATO summit bombshell, an actual bomb in Brno, and the explosive mix of energy drinks under scrutiny.
Prague's gridlock summer: Road works, travel disruptions, and new ‘tunnelbus’ ahead
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Drivers and commuters face severe delays starting in July, while a highly anticipated new public transport line will connect districts via tunnel.
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Czech news in brief for June 22: Monday's top morning headlines
Czech public media 'goes black' as strike begins, Czech maternity wards close due to birth rate drop, and heatwave shows no signs of slowing.
Thousands fill Prague streets for public media freedom ahead of Monday strike
A government plan to scrap licence fees triggered Sunday's march and today's strike. Organizers are asking supporters to wear black on Monday.
Czech news in brief for June 21: Sunday's top afternoon headlines
Pavel honors victims at Ležáky memorial, school phone ban to take effect in 2027, PM outlines pension reform priorities, and more headlines.
Where to find free drinking water in Prague this summer
Free chilled water at Czech stations when temperatures hit 30°C, plus Prague's drinking fountain network is fully up and running for summer.
Czech news in brief for June 21: Sunday's top morning headlines
Storms keep Czech firefighters busy, survey reveals Praguers' favored locations, heat records fall across Czechia, and more headlines.
Czech news in brief for June 20: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
Prague Dancing House marks 30 years, President Pavel arrives at MotoGP Brno, and more weekend headlines.
Prague 10 square to get major overhaul as winning design is unveiled
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Following the recent renewal of Jiřího z Poděbrad Square, Prague has revealed plans for another greener, pedestrian-friendly public space.
Czechia withdraws from Istanbul Convention: 'A sad signal for victims'
The government under PM Andrej Babiš has quietly reversed support for Istanbul Convention ratification, drawing criticism from human rights groups.
Czech news in brief for June 20: Saturday's top morning headlines
Czech PM backs Skyfox funding for Ukraine, record heat hits multiple Czech locations, and more weekend headlines.
