Police shut down snake-handling tourist attraction near Charles Bridge
The crackdown targeted individuals illegally and forcefully charging tourists for animal photo opportunities.
Survey reveals over half of Czechs require additional funds for their summer getaway
Financial strain and inflation see one in three Czechs opt for bank loans to finance their vacations.
New online rules pose challenges to Ukrainian refugees
As of the start of July, refugees have to apply for support electronically, but many lack email or usable credentials.
Working and living in Czechia? New laws for foreigners have gone into effect
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Changes to blue card, employee cards, and health insurance for children of third-country nationals took effect from July 1, 2023.
These are the air and rail disruptions expected for summer 2023 in Europe
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Industrial action and delays can often occur with very little warning – be sure to regularly check with airlines and airports on potential hold-ups.
Czech Interior Ministry launches new user-friendly reservation portal for foreigners
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The new website offers more information than the years-old current system and aims to make the user experience easier.
New survey shows falling Czech support for helping Ukrainian refugees
Significantly fewer people said they support the idea of accepting the refugees into Czechia – this amount now stands at just over 50 percent.
Why investing in startups could be the key to success during an economic downturn
When potentially profitable projects arise, it is better to approach them when the market cools down, describes Petr Šíma, partner at DEPO Ventures.
Czechia ranks next to last in Europe in the Global Gender Gap Index
The country fell 25 spots compared to the previous ranking, with women losing ground in political empowerment and economic representation.
Czechia is experiencing a surge in skilled foreign workforce
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A relative rise in wages paired with the opening of many multinational branches and new businesses beckons foreigners.
EXPLAINED: The rules for working abroad remotely for a Czech-based company
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The rapidly increasing trend of companies allowing employees to work from abroad provides more freedom, though not without administrative obstacles.
This Father's Day, dads in Czechia are longing for extended parental leave
Fathers in the Czech Republic are taking a more active role in raising their children, according to data from the past decade, but lack state support.
New stats reveal prevalence of workplace bullying in Czechia
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High turnover of staff and diminished output are just two of the negative effects of workplace ridicule and humiliation.
Czech salaries are growing, but still lag far behind Germany and Austria
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The Czech Republic leads the Visegrád Group in average wages, according to a new study by Mazars, but trails its neighbors to the west.
ASK AN EXPERT: Company or trade license for foreign self-employed in Czechia?
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We spoke with an expert in labor law about starting your own business, and the legal form it should take.
Ruling in RFE/RL complaint sets precedent for foreign employees in Czechia
The Constitutional Court upheld the verdict of lower courts in a case involving the termination of an employee at RFE/RL.
Average Czech wage takes a hit with 6.7 percent real-term decline
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Prices again rose faster than wages, meaning that people have effectively seen a drop in their purchasing power.
