Czech news for March 1: Budget deficit soars, government pension row continues
The top headlines in brief for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, March 1, 2023.
Czech environmentalists cry foul as Poland extends coal mining in Turów
Environmentalists plan to turn to international courts for help following Poland's decision to prolong mining until 2044.
Czech officials say plant-based product labels violate EU law
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According to the Ministry of Agriculture, the labels can mislead consumers. One organization, however, says that changing them would cause confusion.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Marvel at a bizarre Czech hand cream advertisement from the 1990s
Czech television was full of rather unusual adverts in the 10 years after communism – one of which showed the multi-purpose use of a hand cream.
'We feel the devastation from miles away' – Prague's Turkish community speaks out
We spoke to the Turkish community in Prague in the aftermath of the deadly earthquake that happened on Feb. 6.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Shortages of medicine for children persist, Toyota plant resumes production, and more buzzworthy news for Feb. 28, 2023.
Plans for Czechia’s tallest skyscraper back to square one
The former industrial city has halted the original project and will hold a contest for a new design.
Czech news for Feb. 28: Czech crown within touching distance of record high
The top headlines in brief for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023.
Council of Europe calls for a ‘breakthrough’ in Czech treatment of Roma
While some progress has been made, Roma still face discrimination in many areas of life.
The Biz Sheet: Weekly business news briefing for Czechia
A round-up of the top Czech and international business news, plus a look at the start-up scene, finance sector, and more.
Next-gen tech talent in Czechia must have these 'soft skills,' recruiters say
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Employers have been overlooking critical soft skills in the recruitment process, leaving a lot of potential untapped.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Czech ambassador to US talks Ukraine, Frutisimo expands to Germany, and more buzzworthy news for Feb. 27, 2023.
Ukrainian students start a new academic life on NYU campus in Prague
Two students enrolled in a yearlong exchange program shared their stories and challenges in finding a normal life after escaping deadly conflict.
Czech news for Feb. 27: German strike affects Czech flights, Prague Castle increases tour prices
The top headlines in brief for the Czech Republic on Monday, Feb. 27, 2023.
Sky gazers may be able to see the northern lights from Czechia this week
An eruption on the surface of the sun sent a wave of charged particles that hit the skies over Central Europe.
Prague dance project brings movement to those with mobility issues
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Dance Well aims to use the healing powers of dance to introduce movement into the lives of those with Parkinson's and other mobility issues.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Controversial zigzags appear on Prague street, take part in public transit study, and more buzzworthy headlines for Feb. 24, 2023.
