Czech daily news roundup: Tuesday, December 7, 2021
Czech woman could face retrial in Pakistan, Foreign Minister vetoes UN resolution in support of Israel, President to deliver Christmas message this year.
Events across Prague to mark 10 years since Václav Havel’s death
Concerts, films, a procession and more are planned to recall the life of the dissident and former president.
Czech weekend news roundup: December 4–5, 2021
An up-the-minute news briefing of top headlines for Prague and the Czech Republic.
Overview: New restrictions go into effect for travel to and from the Czech Republic
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A number of countries, including the Czech Republic, are tightening travel measures following the discovery of a new Covid variant.
One of these women could be the next Czech President
With the Czech presidential race to begin in just over a year, how likely is it that a woman could finally become head of state?
Growing interest in part-time work reflects social shift in Czechia
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Interest in part-time work has spiked as a result of pandemic, bringing the Czech Republic closer into line with other EU nations.
Czech morning news roundup: Wednesday, December 1, 2021
Foreign Minister says digital technology leadership is key, Pražská plynarenská raises prices, homeless shelters switch to winter mode.
EU data confirms rip-off phone tariffs in the Czech Republic
Mobile services are much more expensive in the Czech Republic than in any other EU country according to the latest figures.
How does gun ownership in the Czech Republic compare to the rest of the world?
The Czech Republic leads in gun ownership among the Visegrad Four group but lags behind neighboring Germany and Austria.
Czech morning news roundup: Tuesday, November 30, 2021
Foreign press enjoy field day with Fiala appointment, farewell to cheap train fares for students, landmarks turn pink for Giving Tuesday.
Row erupts over American ownership of mythical Czech mountain
The Bohemian hill may be the place where Czech identity was born, but its ownership is now the subject of bitter arguments.
'Outrageous': Prague mayor and other officials react to Christmas market ban
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The sudden decision to close the holiday markets took many by surprise, and the reaction is largely negative.
After a slow start, #MeToo is picking up steam in Czechia
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The Czech Republic’s first help center for victims of sexual violence will open, reflecting growing support for victims and scrutiny of offenders.
Czech morning news roundup: Thursday, November 25, 2021
Zeman expected to be released from hospital today, 80th anniversary of first Terezín transport remembered, more anti-lockdown protests planned.
President Zeman tests positive for Covid, returns to hospital
After being discharged on Thursday morning, the President was back under medical care later the same day.
Czech President offers to send troops to Poland-Belarus border
The migrant crisis on the EU’s eastern border is being viewed with increasing concern by the Czech authorities.
Donate to Czech food banks at grocery stores nationwide this weekend
The Autumn Food Collection is taking place throughout the Czech Republic this weekend. Here's how to participate.
