News in brief for April 18: Details on mass murder released, ageism hurting Czech society
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Security checks at Prague Castle have ended
The announcement comes after almost seven years of the strict measures, which have often caused queues outside the castle.
Thousands attend anti-government protest, with some camping out overnight
Attendees called on the government to resign due to Czechia's current elevated cost of living and the state's role in the Russia-Ukraine war.
News in brief for April 14: Kellner investigation nears end, Prague footbridge to open this summer
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Friday, April 14, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Apartment owners in Czechia can still rent rooms on Airbnb, new court ruling says
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The decision comes after the Prague Municipal Court had initially said that homeowners' associations could prevent short-term rentals.
Czech president likens Russian soldiers to ISIS if beheading video proves real
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy called on world leaders to respond to a video circulating on Russian social media.
News in brief for April 12: Czech food banks are almost empty, even the middle class needs help
Top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, April 12, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Czech government may reintroduce unpaid sick leave
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The step could part of a package to reduce the government's spiraling debt.
News in brief for April 11: Massive accident leaves D1 highway impassable
Top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, April 11, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Czech security documents mention Russia, China as security threat for the first time
Both Security Strategy and Defense Strategy documents will be updated to explicitly warn of the biggest threats, including terrorism, Russia, and China.
Weekend headlines: Slowing inflation could mean lower food prices in Czechia
The top weekend headlines for the Czech Republic for April 8-10, 2023.
News in brief for April 7: Czech women's hockey defeats Japan, pop star hailed as hero
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Thursday, April 7, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Czech shoemaker Vasky acquires iconic Botas footwear brand
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The takeover will ensure that the Botas brand, which has been in liquidation since the start of this year, will live on.
Czech government approves plan for regulated cannabis market
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Details of the revised plan have not been released yet, but the introduction of the market would also include steps to fight drug and gambling addiction.
News in brief for April 6: Pavel to attend King Charles coronation, Kellners donate billions to cancer research
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Thursday, April 6, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for April 5: Czechia to end reliance on nuclear fuel, Kellnerová defends Forbes standing
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, April 5, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Eggs-orbitant prices: Here's what you'll pay more for in your Easter shopping basket
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From chocolate to booze, inflation has massively pushed up prices in Czechia, leading to what economists are calling the most expensive Easter in history.
