COMMENT|Why Czechia's political narratives don’t match reality
Weighing in on Czechia's reliance on Russian gas, Ukraine's winter hardships, and how growing inequality amid stagnant reforms hurt social progress.
Czech news in brief for November 19: Tuesday's top headlines
Czechia sent CZK 7.3bn in military aid to Ukraine, snow, wintry weather to hit midweek, and 'Waves' wins public prize at French festival.
Czech news in brief for November 18: Monday's top headlines
93,000 attend Velvet Revolution commemoration, Czech president to decide on state budget this week, and PM awards 17 distinguished Czech personalities.
PHOTOS: Velvet Revolution celebration marked with jubilance amid protests
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Celebrations to commemorate the end of communist rule this weekend were marked by festivities and disruptions by anti-government protestors.
Czech news in brief for November 17: Sunday's top headlines
Rain and snow expected in Czechia on Sunday, new Olomouc plaque honors Velvet Revolution figure, and more weekend headlines.
Czech news in brief for November 16: Saturday's top headlines
Czech tennis team to face Poland in Billie Jean King Cup, Czech minister awards medal to Ukrainian envoy, and more weekend headlines.
Low wages, high living costs driving skilled foreign workers out of Czechia
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Nearly a quarter of foreigner workers leave Czechia within two years after they arrive, according to Interior Minister Vít Rakušan.
Czech news in brief for November 15: Friday's top headlines
Rubio as Secretary of State would benefit Czechia, says Lipavský, Czechia faces EU action over energy and climate plan delay, and a warm weekend ahead.
Czech news in brief for November 14: Thursday's top headlines
Czech President not planning call with Trump, govt. approves harsher penalties for hate crimes, and university climate strikes begin in Czech cities.
Czech purchasing power drops for the first time in four years
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On average, Czechs can afford less than last year, their purchasing power falling mainly due to the weakening crown against the euro.
Czech news in brief for November 13: Wednesday's top headlines
Czech PM to speak at COP29 today, snowfall expected in Central Bohemia today, and Czech students excel in digital literacy.
Czech adventurers set world record with 3.5-hour ascent of Mount Fuji
The group braved sub-zero temperatures and high-altitude winds without oxygen equipment or extensive protective clothing.
Czech PM talks to Trump by phone, discusses Ukraine, Middle East
In a post on X, Fiala said that they also spoke of Trump’s memories of Prague and recalled his late wife, Ivana Trump, who was born in Czechoslovakia.
Czech news in brief for November 12: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech inflation ranks 15th highest in Europe, ANO ahead at the polls, and Brno celebrates largest St. Martin's wine tasting.
Robbie Williams announces return to Prague for 2025 tour
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The pop star's previous appearance in the Czech capital was in 2017, when over 30,000 fans attended his concert.
Czech news in brief for November 11: Monday's top headlines
Czechia honors war veterans today, Pirates elect Hřib as new leader, and Roma protest in Nachod after attack.
Czech news in brief for November 10: Sunday's top headlines
Pavel to sign pension reform if Senate approves, Czech inflation rose to 2.7 percent in October, and more weekend headlines.
