Higher quotas: Czechia announces plan to attract more Filipinos to labor market
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The government is also eyeing workers from Vietnam and other Asian countries to help plug the holes in Czechia's labor force.
Tensions rise as pro-Israel, pro-Palestine demonstrators clash in Prague
Prime Minister Petr Fiala attended a pro-Israel protest as hundreds of people from both sides met in the center of Prague.
EXPLAINED: What's driving Czechia's economic downturn?
A mix of factors – from inflation to low household consumption – underpin Czechia’s concerningly deteriorating economy.
All Souls’ Day costs reach deathly new heights in Czechia
Due to rising flower and candle prices, Nov. 2 will set back Czechs far more than last year. However, per person, Halloween remains more expensive.
From a mezzo-soprano to a mountain climber: Inspirational Czechs awarded at Prague Castle
A who's who of Czech heroes, sport stars, culture figures, and innovators convened at Prague Castle to be decorated by Czech president Petr Pavel.
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Czech defense minister calls for withdrawal from UN over Israel resolution
Jana Černochová called for the withdrawal over the UN's resolution supporting a humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Conflicting views over Israel-Palestine violence escalate in Czechia
As war between Israel and Gaza rages on, tensions are flaring in Czechia and throughout Central Europe.
Czechia ranks below EU average in latest gender equality index
The Czech Republic's position is 'unflattering,' says the country's human rights commissioner, adding that this is a long-term problem.
Pro-Russia group behind today’s mass cyberattack against Czech institutions
Russia-based hackers managed to disrupt the websites of the Prague Airport, Interior Ministry, and Chamber of Deputies – but no data was stolen.
Global leaders convene in Prague to discuss Russian aggression and conflict in Ukraine
Representatives from Ukraine and other nations are discussing arms supplies and territorial sovereignty, with Volodomyr Zelenskyy speaking via video call.
EES and ETIAS: EU confirms new timeline for border controls
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After several delays, the EU has finally revealed a timeline for introducing new systems to monitor the flow of third-country tourists.
Czechia revisits immigration policy amid Israel-Hamas conflict
The displacement of over 1 million refugees in Gaza made Czechia and the EU ponder the best way to help Middle Eastern refugees.
More people changing genders in Czechia, but hurdles remain
Greater tolerance and information are likely behind the rise in Czech gender reassignments, but the obligation to get castrated repels many.
Eating pelmeni and varenyky in Prague: Homemade dumpling hotspots to try
Our tasting team sampled the two types of dumplings, which have different origins and ingredients, at several locations across Prague.
Czech president backs public access to Lány Chateau forest
The Lány nature reserve has in the past been open only to members of the President's Office, but new plans could see this change.
EXPLAINED: What's behind the no-confidence vote against the Czech government?
The debate, which was adjourned in the early hours of Wednesday morning, is set to resume later today. today.
Czech university academics begin nationwide strike against underfunding today
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According to lecturers across the country, university faculties – especially those in the arts and humanities – have long been underfunded.
