Tomáš the tank, donated by the Czech public, takes part in war
A national fundraising campaign raised over CZK 30 million to purchase the tank, which has been used by Ukraine's military.
Czech firefighters depart for Turkey to help search for earthquake survivors
Following the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that left over 1,300 dead, the Czech Republic is sending its urban search-and-rescue unit to help search debris.
Today's headlines: Daily news refresh for Czechia
The country's top news in brief for the week of Feb. 6–Feb. 10, 2023.
Czechs won’t boycott Paris Olympics even if Russian athletes compete
The International Olympic Committee may let "neutral athletes" from Russia or Belarus compete if they don't represent their countries or support the war.
Record-high number of new HIV cases reported in Czechia
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For the first time, the number of new cases involving foreigners exceeded the number of cases of Czechs.
Czech School Inspectorate: Critical thinking and student engagement missing from classrooms
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New teaching guidelines are being developed to prepare Czech students for a future that demands problem-solving skills.
EU and Ukrainian diplomats meet in Prague to discuss war tribunal for Russian aggression
The tribunal would complement the work of the International Criminal Court, which lacks jurisdiction over the crime of aggression.
Thousands gather in Prague's Old Town in support of presidential candidate Pavel
Pavel supporters were treated to posters and pancakes; supporters for Pavel's opponent Andrej Babiš were also present at Wednesday's event.
Czech Terezín survivor uses TikTok to shed light on Holocaust
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Gidon Lev was among representatives of European Jewish communities who met in Prague this week to honor the past and talk about keeping it alive.
Continued aid to Ukraine remains important for security, says Czech chief of staff
Chief of Staff Major General Karel Řehka outlined the importance of continued support to Ukraine in its war against Russia.
Historic Prague Castle pub reopens following lengthy renovation
The bar area of the historic pub next to St. Vitus Cathedral is now open, the restaurant and a wine bar will follow in early April.
UN members call on Czechia to adopt Istanbul Convention, fight Roma discrimination
In Czechia's fourth review by the UN Human Rights Council, there was praise for progress but some criticism in key areas.
New UK ambassador to Czechia shares video of his first morning commute in Prague
Matthew Field took office yesterday, replacing former ambassador Nick Archer.
National Gallery Prague to exhibit Czech masters Mánes and Brandl in 2023
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Other NGP exhibition planned for this year will display 19th century watercolors, and significant works from 1939 to the present day.
Rally Dakar spectator dies after fatal collision with Czech driver's vehicle
Driver Aleš Loprais confirmed on social media that the death was connected with his truck.
Protesters bring Becherovka, boxers, and an inflatable raft to Prague Castle
Hundreds attended a Sunday demonstration at Prague Castle to bid farewell to Miloš Zeman and highlight the importance of the presidential election.
Czech police investigate the death of a woman and her son as murder-suicide
The pair went missing in Krkonoše mountains over the holidays; their bodies were discovered by police Monday.
