Czech news for March 22: Pavel meets German president and hails 'close friendship'
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday March 22, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
QUIZ: How well do you know the rites and rituals of Czech spring?
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Take our quiz to see just how well you know your Maypole from your Morana and other spring traditions in Czechia.
New population-growth statistics show higher life expectancy for Czechia
By the end of this century, the average life expectancy for people in Czechia should be close to 90 years of age.
Czech tennis legend announces she has beaten breast and throat cancer
Martina Navrátilová, the country's most successful tennis player, was diagnosed about four months ago. She previously had breast cancer in 2010.
Just in time for boating season, clarifying Czechia's new rules for drinking on the water
The leader of a canoe or raft can now drink a small amount of alcohol, but only on sections of river that have limited traffic.
Czechia plans to dispose of over 17 million unused face masks
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Millions of protective items purchased by the previous administration to combat Covid-19 are no longer needed.
The first week of spring in Czechia to bring warm weather and showers
Spring begins tonight with the vernal equinox, and days will now start to be longer than nights until the end of the summer.
Better communication, more transparency: Pavel reveals his 100-day plan
Czechia's new president wants to continue sending aid to Ukraine, create a team of expert advisers, and open up Prague Castle.
Crime rises again in Czechia after falling due to Covid
While crimes are almost back to pre-pandemic levels, the rate of acquittals is dropping and more cases are settled with plea bargains.
NEWS QUIZ: What happened in Czechia this week? (March 13–17)
Take our weekly news quiz and test your knowledge of current events for the most recent week.
Prague archbishop defends former Pope John Paul II against cover-up allegations
A Polish television station reported that, when he was still archbishop of Kraków, he helped to hide priests accused of abusing children.
Czech news for March 16: Czech snowboarder lands silver, Pavel signs pension bill
Top headlines for the Czech Republic for Thursday, March 16, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
New trolleybus line, frost warning, and more buzzworthy headlines for March 15, 2023.
In the Czech kitchen: A modern twist on paprika chicken 'wings' it
Chef Petr Benda of Bufet restaurant shares the essential ingredients and steps for making delicious kuře na paprice.
Czech news for March 15: Prague marks Nazi occupation anniversary, Ledecká returns to the slopes
Top headlines for the Czech Republic for Wednesday, March 15, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
The story behind Lindt’s iconic chocolate bunny
The company's famous Easter chocolate will get a family this Easter in Czechia.
EXPAT VOICES: Foreigners in Czechia hope new president will promote inclusivity, lead with dignity
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Our recent survey had a multitude of responses, many of which revolved around Pavel better representing Czechia on the world stage.
