2025–26 Czech school year begins with key changes: What parents need to know
Czech schools reopen Monday, Sept. 1, with legislative changes, new curricula, and updated enrollment and parental policies.
Czechia slumps in EU poverty rankings, with renters and seniors most at risk
A newly released study says that Czechia has more poor seniors living alone than anywhere in the EU, and one in three renters is below the poverty line.
Czechia prepares for national awards for selfless workers, and you can vote
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The public has until end-September to choose from a range of individuals who have helped others in their work: a prestigious jury has also rated them.
6 surprising things about school shopping in Czechia: An expat family’s guide
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From indoor shoes to aktovka backpacks, Czech school shopping can surprise expats. Here’s how to make it less overwhelming and more affordable.
7 must-have insurance policies for expats in Czechia
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Some policies are mandatory, others simply make life easier – but all can help you feel secure in your new home.
Update to Czechia's English-friendly health app simplifies medical check-ups
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The Ministry of Health says it'll become easier to make preventive check-ups and access cancer screening programs.
Police find body of missing 13-year-old Czech boy in Germany
The circumstances of the disappearance and death are unclear, police said on Tuesday after the boy was discovered near the Polish border.
Vigilante schoolchildren ambush alleged child predator in Czech forest
According to media reports, the man had come to the woodlands to meet a 13-year-old girl with whom he had been messaging online.
Losing your MultiSport card? These perks and benefits are healthy alternatives
As firms quietly exit MultiSport deals, workers look elsewhere for perks. From wellness stipends to flexi passes, here’s what’s still on offer.
Language barrier no excuse for limiting father's rights, Czech court says
The Constitutional Court ruled that language barriers and strained parental relationships aren't sufficient grounds for indefinitely limiting contact.
In Czechia, men prioritize salary while women value flexibility and work-life balance
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A new survey from a large employment agency shows that men place more emphasis on money, whereas women care more for time and balance.
Dog owners face big struggle as Prague landlords say 'no' to pets
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Although landlords legally cannot add a no-pets clause to contracts, they still refuse prospective tenants with pets.
Forget the castles—these 4 European escapes are redefining the family vacation
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From aquaparks in Bulgaria to spa hotels in Czechia, these stress-free getaways are built for both kids and parents, no history lessons required.
This new village near Prague is everything city-weary families have been looking for
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A serene area with everything you need and excellent connectivity to the Czech capital is attracting families en masse.
Experts warn: Czechia's aging population could overwhelm social services
Politicians and authorities warn that Czechia's welfare and healthcare systems may not be able to deal with people living longer.
Controversy grows over Czechia’s child protection legislation
Czech human rights chief urges president to sign child protection, divorce reform law; not doing so is a 'fatal mistake.'
From Vinohrady to the borderlands: Where foreigners are buying in Czechia
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New data shows that country's foreign inhabitants are redrawing the map when it comes to property ownership in Czechia.
