News in brief for July 18: Top headlines for Tuesday in Czechia
Czechia to deepen trade ties with Latin America, drought conditions worsening, and more top stories for July 18, 2023.
A Prague university's club for Muslim students creates a community based on shared values
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From halal-certified food to a prayer zone, the Islamic club at the Anglo-American University offers Muslim students services making their life easier.
One in five Czech construction and industry companies plan to dismiss workers
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A recent survey found that a similar number of non-profit companies also plan to carry out layoffs in the fall.
Apartment prices in Czechia fell in the first quarter of 2023
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The Liberec and Ostrava regions saw the biggest drops, while prices stagnated in Prague, and rose in the Ústí nad Labem and Zlín regions.
Czech historical boat expedition unveils ancient Mediterranean colonization secrets
A replica of an 8,000-year-old boat finished a month-long voyage through the waters of the Aegean Sea.
News in brief for July 17: Labor minister announces pension increase from 2024
A jump in car production, mass forest-fire damages, higher mortgages, and more headlines updated regularly to keep you up to speed.
Ahoj, Monday! Your morning cup of Prague
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Survey: Half of Czechs prefer to use cash while traveling abroad
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According to a recent survey, the majority of Czechs prefer to exchange Czech crowns for foreign currency before going on vacation.
History! Vondroušová becomes first unseeded women's Wimbledon champion
The Czech tennis star beat Ons Jabeur 6-4, 6-4 on Saturday to become the first unseeded player to win the women's singles title in Wimbledon history.
News in brief for July 16: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Prague Zoo's residents cool down during the summer heatwave, Czech hotels see year-on-year increase in interest, and more weekend headlines.
Czech officials condemn Hungarian fine for LGBTQ+ book
The Czech Republic's Interior Minister and Human Rights Commissioner are among those who have spoken out about the controversial stance in Hungary.
Sprinkler trucks to cool down Prague during weekend heatwave
Most of Europe will see extreme temperatures this weekend, but special trucks will help cool down Prague's streets and residents.
Czech tennis stars play for Wimbledon titles this weekend
Markéta Vondroušová will face Ons Jabeur for the Winbledon singles title today, while Barbora Strýcová will vie for the doubles title Sunday.
News in brief for July 15: Top headlines for Czechia on Saturday
Czech and German foreign ministers meet at the border, Prague gets hydrogen-powered bus, and more top stories for Saturday, July 15, 2023.
QUIZ: Are you ready to drive in Czechia? Test yourself on the driving rules
Test your knowledge of the Czech roads with a selection of questions from the official driving test for the Czech Republic.
Czechs tip more generously when paying by card in restaurants
More people are paying by card in eateries and voluntarily opting to add a tip to the bill.
News in brief for July 14: Top headlines for Czechia on Friday
Czech inflation among highest in EU, Czech pop icon's makes an AI-generated comeback, and more top stories for Friday, July 14, 2023.
