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.
Czech daily news roundup: Tuesday, Feb. 8, 2022
Ledecká takes home another Olympic gold for parallel giant slalom, Tesco to stop selling CDs and DVDs in Czechia, alcoholism is growing among Czech women.
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.
For a real daily challenge, try playing Wordle in Czech
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Two versions of the popular game let you try to guess a new five-letter word every day.
New Czech ‘unicorn’ heralds an era of remarkable growth for Czech startups
Czech startups are going from strength to strength amid booming times for the nation’s technology industry.
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Czech biathlon star Davidová narrowly misses out on gold in Beijing
Plus: Hurricane hits Czechia's highest mountain, Zeman sparks controversy with Ukraine comments, social media falls in love with Czech curler's earrings.
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.
Hike, castle, repeat: 5 reasons to visit Czechia's stunning Křivoklát region
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As the Environment Ministry names part of Křivoklát a national park, here’s a rundown of what makes the area a jewel in Czechia’s crown.
As the Winter Olympics start in Beijing, here’s where to follow the Games
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This year’s official Czech ‘Olympic Festival’ is in Brno, but the opening ceremony and the Games themselves will be broadcast on various channels.
Prague's Clementinum records warm start to the year
Beijing Winter Olympics to officially start today, Zeman calls for calm over Russia-Ukraine tensions, the Czech Republic has a new ‘unicorn' start-up.
Scaremingham? Quaint English translations of Prague neighborhoods
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With some speculation and creative wordplay, you can see the historical equivalents of all 112 official districts.
Czech National Bank raises interest rates to a twenty-year high
Plus: Deal on Turów mine may be imminent, Czech hockey team beat hosts China in opening Olympic tie, Bulovka BioBox opens for contagious patients.
Valentine’s Day gift ideas that celebrate the beauty of Czech glass
Create a uniquely personalized gift or Czech glass experience that’s from the heart with heritage brand Moser.
New survey ranks the Czech Republic's greenest grocery-store chains
The lists shows which Czech supermarkets offer the best range for vegans as balanced lifestyles make meat-alternatives more popular.
Forbes’ '30 under 30' reveals the most influential young Czechs
Athletes, musicians, influencers, and business leaders made it into Forbes’ prestigious ranking of the country’s most powerful young people.
Threats of 'radicalized' protest movement amid parliament debate
Plus: designs for tallest Czech skyscraper revealed, women’s rights groups slam Istanbul Convention delay, Security Council warns of Russian aggression.
On Chinese New Year, Czech president wishes his 'friend' Xi Jinping good luck
Czech-Chinese relations are tense, but Czech President Zeman sent a message emphasizing alliance with Beijing.
