Meteorologists: Extreme heat and torrential rains to hit Czechia today
Plus: No defect found in historic plane that crashed, NGOs seek change in sterilization victims' compensation, and more.
Housing shortage, soaring rents have students in Czechia scrambling
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A limited housing supply coupled with the refugee crisis, inflation, and rising prices means young people cannot afford today's housing prices.
New Czech education minister pushes for later school starting time
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Beginning the school day at 9 a.m. is among the proposed changes from the newly appointed education minister.
Ukrainian students will receive language support for Czech university study
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The Kellner Family Foundation will help 75 students acquire sufficient Czech language skills for higher education.
On this day in 1822: The 'godfather of modern genetics' is born in Czechia
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This year marks the 200 year bicentennial of the birth of botanist Gregor Mendel whose experiements led to a modern understanding of DNA.
Charles University program devoted to interplay of media and politics to begin third year
The Master's program examines the intersection of media and politics at the oldest university in Central Europe.
Parent-and-toddler groups help expats in Prague build community
Nessie, the Park Lane International School’s English Preschool is launching a free parent and toddler meet-up.
A degree programme that helps entrepreneurs navigate the world of global business
NEWTON’s Global Business and Management bachelor’s programme offers a world-class business education in English.
Foundation diplomas in Czechia: An alternative path to an undergraduate degree
Students increasingly feel the pressure to achieve university-worthy results. But an alternative path to an undergraduate degree is available.
Study: Czech grading policies show bias, stifle student ambition
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A think tank is calling for a change in the level of autonomy given to teachers as well as a shift to more verbal assesment and a less strict system.
On this day in 1942: A Czech feminist and suffrage activist is executed in Prague
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For many women, the struggles that Plamínková fought for are still relevant today; this year marks 80 years since her death.
Zeman signs 'lex Ukraine' tightening support for Ukrainian refugees
With the state of emergency ending on July 1, the new law enables lodging and registration of Ukrainian refugees and tightens welfare benefits for them.
Half of international students stay in Czechia to work after graduation
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International students strengthen the country’s population of qualified university workers while promoting Czechia in the world, say pollsters.
The best of all worlds: Prague educator explains why being bilingual matters
Czech-English program Young Hippocampus incorporates the best of the Czech and international educational systems in a cost-effective bilingual initiative.
A school sanctuary in South Bohemia celebrates 30 years in Czechia
Townshend International School, near České Budějovice, has transformed the educational experience into one of self-reflection and service to others.
Private grammar school attendance doubles in seven years in Czechia
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Interest in private schools is increasing, but a crucial amendment clarifying their enrollment rules is still pending.
Expat game changers: She quit her job and drove over 12,000 km to help refugees
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Lisa Marie Cunniff and a small group of expats have launched a language school and wellness center to help 'empower' refugees in Czechia.
