Czech firefighters rescue 40 passengers stranded on Jeseníky ski lift
Plus: Czech unemployment rate rises to 3.7% in January, husband-and-wife curling team falls out of Olympic medal consideration, and more weekend headlines.
Covid-19 travel update: Czech map dark red, UK to ease entry requirements
All EU countries are still considered very high risk in the latest Czech map, while the United Kingdom will ease entry requirements from February 11.
Social media saves traditional herb shop in the heart of Prague
When an old-fashioned herb shop in central Prague announced its closure, support on social media led to a new lease of life.
As the Winter Olympics start in Beijing, here’s where to follow the Games
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This year’s official Czech ‘Olympic Festival’ is in Brno, but the opening ceremony and the Games themselves will be broadcast on various channels.
Prague's Clementinum records warm start to the year
Beijing Winter Olympics to officially start today, Zeman calls for calm over Russia-Ukraine tensions, the Czech Republic has a new ‘unicorn' start-up.
A new poll reveals the Czech Republic's favorite foreign nations
Research shows that Czechs have positive perceptions of their neighbors but negative impressions of eastern powers.
Czech National Bank raises interest rates to a twenty-year high
Plus: Deal on Turów mine may be imminent, Czech hockey team beat hosts China in opening Olympic tie, Bulovka BioBox opens for contagious patients.
Valentine’s Day gift ideas that celebrate the beauty of Czech glass
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Create a uniquely personalized gift or Czech glass experience that’s from the heart with heritage brand Moser.
Forbes’ '30 under 30' reveals the most influential young Czechs
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Athletes, musicians, influencers, and business leaders made it into Forbes’ prestigious ranking of the country’s most powerful young people.
Threats of 'radicalized' protest movement amid parliament debate
Plus: designs for tallest Czech skyscraper revealed, women’s rights groups slam Istanbul Convention delay, Security Council warns of Russian aggression.
Best things to do in Prague in February 2022: Valentine's Day edition
This month Prague celebrates Valentine's day, Masopust, and Chinese New Year, and the opening of a large-scale exhibit devoted to Czech animation.
CNN names Czech Ledecká an "athlete to watch" in Beijing
Plus: IBM opens Artificial Intelligence center in Prague, HIV cases dropped in the Czech Republic in 2021, and Škoda unveils new electric car.
Czech Republic lags behind neighbors for “sexual wellness” according to new study
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The Czech Republic falls behind other European countries when it comes to sex positivity although America leads the way.
'Open Door Days' invite parents to get to know schooling options in Prague
A number of these events are scheduled during the first part of the year but many continue through into March or even year-round.
How to translate a passion for politics into an international career
With its acclaimed English-language programs in international relations, Masaryk University in Brno is producing future game-changers and thought leaders.
Czech Health Ministry to release plan for relaxing Covid measures in mid-February
A regularly updated article with all the latest developments related to the Covid-19 pandemic in the Czech Republic for Jan. 31–Feb. 6.
Trolleybus route to Prague Airport moves a step closer to reality
Plus: Hurricane hits Czechia at the weekend, Mendel University chief resigns after less than a week, Covid protests held in Prague over pandemic law.
