Death toll from tornado in Moravia climbs to five, neighboring countries sending help
PM Babiš has asked the EU for emergency funds, President Zeman has sent the Castle Guard to the region, and Slovakia and Austria have sent help.
Coronavirus update, June 25, 2021: Respirators to remain mandatory indoors, in public transport
Plus: 96 delta variant cases confirmed in the Czech Republic, Czechs can get vaccinated sooner than after 90 days after Covid.
Czechs more lax about hygiene during the pandemic, and some intend to stay that way
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One-fifth of Czechs surveyed in a poll intend to keep their more laid back hygiene habits developed during the pandemic.
Coronavirus update, June 24, 2021: Health Minister warns that the pandemic is on the rise in Prague
The head of the Health Information and Statistics Institute compares the pattern to last summer, calling it déjà vu.
Coronavirus update, June 23, 2021: Czech travel map revised, all neighboring countries now green
Plus: PM Babiš: says faults from last summer must not be repeated, court retroactively finds more restrictions unlawful.
Coronavirus update, June 22, 2021: Czech govt. speeds up next wave of relaxations to June 26
Plus: Czechs and EU citizens vaccinated abroad can get certificates from UZIS, employers want to decide on face masks and tests in their firms.
Coronavirus update, June 21, 2021: Vaccination to be available without prior registration as of mid-July
Plus: Children 12 and up can get vaccinated against Covid as of July 1, Health Ministry working on acknowledging U.S. vaccinations.
EU lists Czech Republic among green areas with low risk for Covid-19
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has listed the Czech Republic among its green areas for safe travel.
Coronavirus update, June 18, 2021: After a year, Americans can to travel to the Czech Republic
Plus: No more quarantine on return from high-risk countries, Foreign Ministry launches website with travel conditions.
Coronavirus update, June 17, 2021: No Covid-related deaths for first time since September
Plus: Czechs can newly travel to Bulgaria without restrictions, Health Ministry changes rules for testing at summer camps again.
Coronavirus update, June 16, 2021: Experts say Covid passes are crucial for domestic tourism
Plus: Covid testing rules for summer camps change again, and a new app is being launched to check the validity of Covid certificates.
Coronavirus update, June 15, 2021: Next wave of relaxations planned for July
Occupancy of both outdoor and indoor events to increase, restaurants can have live music, and cinemas can sell popcorn.
Coronavirus update, June 14, 2021: Children 12 and up in the Czech Republic could be vaccinated in September
Plus: Babiš says up to 2,000 and 5,000 may attend indoor, outdoor cultural events, EMA official says AstraZeneca shouldn't be used for people over 60.
Czech weekend news in brief: top stories for June 13, 2021
Lowest Saturday rise in Covid-19 cases since July, European prosecutor to look into Babiš conflict of interest case, and more headlines from this weekend.
Poland, Romania, and Monaco go green on latest Czech Covid-19 travel map
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Travelers from these countries coming to the Czech Republic will be able to do so without restriction from Monday.
Slovenia to donate 10,530 Pfizer vaccines to the Czech Republic
While previously considered a loan, Slovenian media reported yesterday that the vaccines given to the Czech Republic would be a gift.
Coronavirus update, June 11, 2021: Six centers in Prague will vaccinate those with private insurance
Vaccination centers in Prague will be begin offering dates in the middle of June, other regions have already started; some sites will not accept cash.
