How will the incoming Czech government confront the next wave of Covid?
The forthcoming change of government comes as Covid cases spiral and calls for new restrictions grow.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 25, 2021
Senate may convene over President's health, govt. wants to give police more Covid-related powers, Czech birth certificates could change.
Shore-to-door delivery meets growing demand for seafood in landlocked Czech Republic
Boxxi e-shop is celebrating a year on the market with an expanded offering that reflects a growing local appetite for health-boosting fish.
Coronavirus update, Oct. 22, 2021: Czech schools to test unvaccinated pupils in worst-hit districts
Plus: Unvaccinated teachers to wear respirators, renewed interest in walk-in vaccination, European Council calls for increased efforts to stop pandemic.
Coronavirus update, Oct. 21, 2021: Czech Republic to require restaurant checks and masks at work
Plus: Covid tests will no longer be free, quarantine time shortened, court rejects complaint about Covid antibody recognition.
Prague court overturns obligation to fill in passenger locator form
The measure, in place to help Czech authorities with tracing efforts, has been deemed in violation of human rights.
Top 10 list of the most-visited Czech castles reveals some surprises
Many well-known Czech castles and monuments have seen a drastic drop in attendance while some lesser-knowns see more visitors than ever before.
Coronavirus update, Oct. 20, 2021: Czech health minister wants masks back on at work
Plus: SPOLU critical of outgoing gov’t on Covid, other viruses are starting to spread again, Covid numbers take another big jump.
Health trend: Outpatient surgery is on the rise in the Czech Republic
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Canadian Medical Center is leading the way for safe and convenient procedures without an overnight stay.
Coronavirus update, Oct. 19, 2021: Czech Republic reports more than 2,500 new cases in a single day
Plus: Over half of Covid hospitalized are over 65, health officers to do nationwide check on rules, EU has exported over 1 billion Covid vaccine doses.
Redheads have more romantic partners, says a new study by Czech researchers
Research seems to indicate that expectations of potential partners, based on stereotypes, play a role in the romantic life of redheads.
Prague extends 24/7 mental-health crisis line through the end of the year
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The anonymous helpline at the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital has seen in increase of callers due to the pandemic.
Coronavirus update, Oct. 18, 2021: Booster shots now available six months from last dose
Plus: Experts for school Covid testing in some districts, PM says ÚKS should continue to operate, most new cases for a Sunday since April.
Hungary, Finland darken to high-risk red on Czech Republic's latest Covid travel map
Luxembourg will also move from orange to red on the latest map that governs incoming travel restrictions, valid from Monday.
Political storm erupts over House Speaker's hospital visit to President Zeman
Police say they will investigate the possibility that President Zeman’s signature was forged on a document convening the next Czech parliament.
Stromovka's summer circus tent to be transformed into autumn hangout
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This summer's open-air venue is being extended for the autumn season and will offer a range of performances as well as bar service.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 15, 2021
Zeman's convenes new parliament session, survey shows public want information about President's health, Škoda in trouble due to shortages.
