Fairy-tale ending for Czech Olympics doubles pair sparks calls for 'Hollywood movie'
Despite ending their four-year relationship before the Olympics, the pair continued to play together and – seemingly – rekindled their romance in Paris.
Czech society sees huge rise in anti-Semitism since last year
The full-scale Israel-Palestine war that broke out in 2023 is the main reason, though physical attacks against Israelis and Jews have been minimal.
Czech news in brief for August 6: Tuesday's top headlines
Prague Pride gets underway in Czechia, Foreign Ministry warns Czechs in Israel, and trains avoid near crash in the east of Bohemia.
Inspection prompts closure of popular bakery in Prague's Old Town
Officials ordered Bakeshop to shut down its food preparation areas on July 31 following an inspection that uncovered unhygienic conditions.
Czech Olympic commentator criticized for dropping 'ová' on foreign athletes' names
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During the women's 200-meter butterfly semifinal, commentator Ondřej Zamazal made an effort to pronounce all the athletes' names correctly.
Czech Health Ministry moves to ban flavored e-cigarettes, cites youth appeal
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Officials say that cigarettes should taste and possibly look like traditional cigarettes, rather than melon, cola or cotton candy.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for August 5: Monday's top headlines
Thousands of homes without power after storm, deadliest weekend on Czech roads leave five dead, and Brno Observatory invites public to report UFOs.
One of the world's oldest breweries is still pouring beer in Prague
The history of the Břevnov Monastery dates all the way back to 933, making Břevnovský Benedict what might be the world's oldest brewery still in operation.
Prague Pride returns for 2024 edition with enhanced security amid threats
This year's Prague Pride festival, which runs from Aug. 5 to 11, will include increased police presence following recent threats in Slovakia.
Czech news in brief for August 4: Sunday's top headlines
Czechia rejects outcome of Venezuelan election, Bouzková makes final at Washington Open, and more Sunday headlines.
Czechia wins first medals at Paris Olympics, with tennis stars taking gold
Tomáš Macháč and Kateřina Siniaková won gold in the mixed doubles tennis tournament, while the Czech fencing team secured a surprising bronze.
Prague 1 wants to ban pub crawls to help curb late-night disruptions
After banning cars on some streets after 10 p.m., the city center is looking to fight outdoor disturbances caused by organized pub tours.
Czech news in brief for August 3: Saturday's top headlines
Czechia wins first medals at Paris Olympics, Czech President tries hand at javelin throwing, and more weekend headlines.
Czech news in brief for August 2: Friday's top headlines
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Storm warning in effect for Czechia, Muchová and Nosková to play for bronze, and Czech minimum wage could see a CZK 1,700 rise.
Rent Index: Which cities and districts are most expensive for renters in Czechia?
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Analysts say rents are rising again, with the pace proving faster than in the first quarter and no signs of the trend slowing.
Prague opens new Kafka exhibit as centenary of famed literary son's death continues
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The open-air exhibition marking 100 years of the Czech-German writer's death, will be displayed in the city center until the end of August.
