Czech Post announces mass layoffs and closure of 300 branches
The state-owned agency, which posted a loss of over CZK 1 billion last year, says the redundancies will affect thousands of employees.
The Ukraine crisis a year on: More refugees apply to extend visas
Around half a million temporary protection visas have been granted to Ukrainian refugees, with about 200,000 finding work in the past 12 months.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Hockey match celebrates anniversary of Nagano 1998 triumph, tram line repairs ahead of schedule, and more buzzworthy headlines for Feb. 9, 2023.
EU Blue Cards: New law could make it easier to stay in Czechia
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The government has approved a draft amendment that would make getting a work and residence permit for non-EU nationals less challenging.
How to find your dream home in Czechia amid a housing crisis
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Despite the unfavorable conditions on the real estate market, the selection of properties is growing – putting potential buyers in a position to bargain.
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Czechia aims to improve Roma integration with new government position
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The Government Commissioner for Roma Community Affairs strives to bridge the gap between Roma and non-Roma Czechs.
Czech government extends checks at Slovak border for another 14 days
The controls were introduced in September due to a rise in migrants coming mainly from Syria.
Temporary protection for Ukrainian refugees may be extended another year
Unless an extension is approved by Czech parliament, the current program will expire in March 2023.
Czech-Slovak border controls in the spotlight at the Visegrád Group summit
The Czech PM today attends the Visegrád Four summit to discuss the pressing issues of immigration and strained foreign policy.
5 things to know as a Dutch expat living in Prague
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A Dutch native shares her reasons for moving to the Czech capital, as well as her local favorites.
Czechia and Slovakia at loggerheads over border controls
The prime ministers of both countries will meet this evening to discuss the future of Czech-Slovak border controls currently in place.
Entry ban on Russians with Schengen tourist visas comes into effect today
The measure applies regardless of the country that issued the Schengen visa.
'Tarred with the same brush as Russia': Belarusians in Czechia face lengthy separation from their families
The first Belarusian congress focused on challenges faced by Belarusians living in Czechia took place in Prague this weekend.
Five free resources for helping multilingual kids do better in Czech schools
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From tutoring to interpreters, a round-up of free educational integration resources for families with children in Czech schools.
Czechia closes borders to Russian tourists with Schengen visas
At the same time, the country is easing visa rules for Ukrainian and Belarusian students.
Czech Foreign Ministry puts visas for Russian NHL athletes on ice
MFA denies visas to Russian NHL players scheduled to play in Prague, Russians fleeing mobilization.
What do the latest population stats reveal about Czech society today?
The country's statistical agency has released its latest data on marriages, births, and deaths in the first half of 2022.
