Czech govt approves monthly benefit for those who shelter Ukrainian refugees
The solidarity subsidy has been approved and will be paid retroactively: here's what we know so far.
Czech daily news roundup: Thursday, March 24, 2022
Fiala heads to mega day of diplomacy in Brussels, Czechs send more equipment to Ukraine, first temperatures over 20 degrees Celsius reported.
New chief for US Embassy in Prague as wait for ambassador continues
The lack of a fully-fledged US ambassador in Prague has attracted stern criticism from diplomatic circles.
Czech daily news roundup: Wednesday, March 23, 2022
Czech theaters light candles for Mariupol, number of Ukrainian refugees passes 300,000 mark, government to discuss extending state of emergency.
Czech daily news roundup: Tuesday, March 22, 2022
New temporary protection visa comes into effect, President Zelensky appears in Czech TV interview, crimes against Ukrainians reported in Czechia.
Hiring from within: ExxonMobil in Prague puts career development first
ExxonMobil's Prague office reached a milestone in 2021, adding 200 new skilled jobs for its employees.
Czech daily news roundup: Monday, March 21, 2022
Refugees no longer need work permit and can apply for benefit, government to request extended state of emergency, Finance Minister downplays trade embargo.
Czech health minister: Masks on Czech transit could end in early April
A regularly updated article with all the latest developments related to the Covid-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic.
Prague welcomes spring with warm weather in the forecast
Plus: 16th-century Czech brewery to undergo restoration, former Czech president refuses to give up medal awarded by Putin, and more weekend headlines.
Czechia edges out Italy, France, and Spain in 2022 World Happiness Report
This year’s findings show an increase in acts of goodwill the world over amid tough times and addresses changing conceptions of happiness.
Prague Castle’s gardens and moat reopen on April 1
Security checks upon entry will continue to be enforced during the Russian-Ukraine war.
'Freedom Boxes' project delivers supplies to Ukraine, brings refugees back to Prague
A local software company's humanitarian mission to Ukraine offers help on the way there and back. Here's how you can buy a box.
Czech daily news roundup: Friday, March 18, 2022
Leaders followed security advice in Kyiv trip, Czechia to answer Klitschko’s fire equipment request, 500 flats to be built in Prague's Holešovice.
Give to Ukraine now: Donate 500 CZK to People in Need
We're teaming up with the Czech charity leading efforts to provide humanitarian aid to those impacted by the Russian war on Ukraine.
Czech daily news roundup: March 17, 2022
Czech PM's Ukraine visit makes international headlines, govt. could pay those who offer refugees shelter, and Jagr's NHL record surpassed.
Czech daily news roundup: Wednesday, March 16, 2022
Fiala underlines unity with Kyiv visit, price chaos resulting from Ukraine war goes on, Zeman approves 2022 state budget.
Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala makes daring visit to Ukraine
Government plans stricter refugee redistribution, Fiala talks to U.S. Vice President Harris, interest in joining the active reserves increases.