Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for August 24, 2021
Czech Republic sends aid money to Lithuania, former Health Minister under investigation, Prague International Marathon is cancelled.
Coronavirus update, Aug. 24, 2021: Fully vaccinated American tourists can come to the Czech Republic
Plus: Epidemic expected to grow in the autumn, preventive coronavirus tests to remain free, R number stays under 1.0 for third day.
A foreigner's guide to private health insurance in the Czech Republic
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Czech law requires anyone staying in the country to have health insurance, but not everyone qualifies to receive coverage from the state.
The future of play: Next-gen Czech-design playgrounds debut in Prague
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A new 3D-printed parkour playground will open in Prague while two additional innovative Czech-designed play areas have made their debut.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for August 23, 2021
President accuses counter-intelligence of wiretapping, dramatic finale at Czech Masters, Dukovany nuclear tender could be announced in the fall.
Coronavirus update, Aug. 23, 2021: Zeman supports mandatory vaccination if there's a new Covid wave
Plus: Entry rules change for some vaccinated third-country people including Brits, R numbers falls under 1.0, Vojtěch criticizes lack of masks at festival.
Czech weekend news in brief: Top headlines for August 22, 2021
Czech tourists injured in coach accident in Germany, Sir Michael Caine receives standing ovation at KVIFF, and Czech archeologists make Stone Age find.
Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet to launch in the Czech Republic
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The service should commence from September 1, 2021, according to records obtained from the Czech Telecommunication Office.
Prague station tops list of the world's most stressful train and metro stops
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Analysis of stress indicators in Google Maps reviews suggests this stop brings on a 100 percent stress rate in commuters.
Coronavirus update, Aug. 20, 2021: Covid testing will remain free for children under 18
Plus: Vojtěch says third jab for risk groups likely in autumn, debate on antibodies to continue in September, R number drops to 1.01.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for August 20, 2021
Czech evacuation mission in Afghanistan is over, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival begins, new polling predicts election win for ANO.
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The best things to do in Prague this week, August 19–25
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Pivovar Matuška celebrates its 12th birthday, Lucie will rock Koupaliště Džbán, FOK plays film music in Wallenstein Garden.
5 simple steps for making your move to Prague as stress-free as possible
We spoke with a long-time relocation expert who shared some advice for how to plan your move to Prague, step-by-step.
With luxe from Prague: The Czech capital debuts a new set of souvenirs
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The modern-design mementos created by Prague City Tourism are meant to reflect a more 'cultured and sustainable' tourism strategy.
Coronavirus update, Aug. 19, 2021: Up to half of the Czech population has likely had Covid
Plus: 200 schools register to use PCR tests in September, Prague's mobile vaccination bus vaccinates 500, Prague’s R number drops below 1.0.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for August 19, 2021
Czech Republic will have to learn to communicate with the Taliban, CTU team wins prestigious Amazon prize, paternity leave extended by two weeks.
Czech car insurance FAQ: A complete guide to vehicle coverage in the Czech Republic
From buying the right policies to what to do when you get in an accident and how to pause coverage while you're out of the country.
