Czech women's rights organizations calling for a new definition of rape
Thirteen European countries now define rape as non-consensual intercourse; protesters Tuesday called for a similar definition to prevail in Czechia.
Ukrainians make up the largest group of foreign students in Czech schools
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According to new data from the Ministry of Education, Ukrainians make up about one percent of all students in elementary schools.
Czech Health Minister: Almost all Covid measures could end by April 1
A regularly updated article with all the latest developments related to the Covid-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic for Feb. 14–20.
Coworking spaces expanding in Czechia as demand for new offices stagnates
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The pandemic showed many companies that large offices are not needed, and coworking spaces might be more effective.
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.
No quarantine needed after risk contact from Feb. 19
A regularly updated article with all the latest developments related to the Covid-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic for Feb. 7–13.
Covid-19 travel update: Czech map dark red, UK to ease entry requirements
All EU countries are still considered very high risk in the latest Czech map, while the United Kingdom will ease entry requirements from February 11.
Social media saves traditional herb shop in the heart of Prague
When an old-fashioned herb shop in central Prague announced its closure, support on social media led to a new lease of life.
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.
Czech 2021 economic growth beats expectations, but still below pre-Covid level
After a record downturn in 2020, the economy has take a big step toward recovery but is not out of the woods yet.
Czech Republic lags behind neighbors for “sexual wellness” according to new study
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The Czech Republic falls behind other European countries when it comes to sex positivity although America leads the way.
Czechia won’t ratify international treaty against domestic violence this year
The Istanbul Convention is aimed at preventing violence against women, protecting victims, and ending impunity for perpetrators.
Czech Health Ministry to release plan for relaxing Covid measures in mid-February
A regularly updated article with all the latest developments related to the Covid-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic for Jan. 31–Feb. 6.
Trolleybus route to Prague Airport moves a step closer to reality
Plus: Hurricane hits Czechia at the weekend, Mendel University chief resigns after less than a week, Covid protests held in Prague over pandemic law.
Travel update: Poland, Romania go very high-risk dark red on latest Czech map
All EU countries are now dark red on the Czech Republic's travel map; Austria, France, and Italy have also implemented new regulations as of this weekend.
What's gray water? A Czech environmental expert explains this growing trend
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Skanska Reality’s Miroslav Kobera says that more and more people are interested in sustainable living.
Meet the Czech Republic’s first hands-on task guru for expats
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From watering your plants to explaining complex travel restrictions, a new startup is making life easier for foreigners living in the Czech Republic.
