Czech news in brief for February 10: Saturday's top headlines
The ANO party elects new membership today, temperature records set throughout Czechia, and a Švankmajer retrospective set to honor artist's 90th birthday.
Prague Zoo to unveil name of newborn endangered gorilla after mass poll
After narrowing down 60 suggestions from Cameroonian children, the Czech public has chosen its three favorite names for the baby gorilla.
Czech farmers threaten four-day Prague protest with 1,000+ tractors
Frustrated by state and EU agricultural policy, Czech farmers say they will wreak havoc on the city's main streets on Monday, Feb. 19.
Czech news in brief for February 9: Friday's top headlines
Average mortgage rate nationwide drops to 5.6 percent, ex-ombudsman questions Czechia's Israel-Palestine stance, and more top headlines.
Slopes next door: Why Poland should be your next ski-trip destination
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Make the most out of budget-friendly deals at luxury, five-star hotels in some of Poland's best ski resorts – reachable in just a few hours from Prague.
Czech news in brief for February 8: Thursday's top headlines
Czechia will not shift its Israel-Hamas stance, May 1 to become an official 'significant day' due to EU accession, HHC drug facing imminent ban, and more.
Valentine's Day in Prague: Romantic menus and date-night tips for 2024
You don't have to be partnered to enjoy these activities; from love potions to love-themed history walks, practice some self love or couple up!
Czechia registers first measles outbreak after two-year absence
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The Czech Vaccinology Society blames the concerning news on declining vaccination rates amid parental skepticism and misinformation.
'More must be done': NGOs respond to EU environment proposals for Czechia
The European Commission has this week recommended EU countries to slash greenhouse gas emissions by 90 percent before 2040 – many say this will be hard.
Czechia on board with proposed EU anti-stalking and 'revenge porn' laws
The new draft law seeks to protect women from online harassment, which includes the sending of unsolicited images and stalking.
Czech news in brief for February 7: Wednesday's top headlines
Czechia not to have dedicated commissioner for euro adoption, Prague to host NATO summit in May, and Biathlon World Championship gets underway in Moravia.
Prague is calling for candle donations to warm Ukraine for a third winter
Members of the public are encouraged to send candles via the Skaut organization or donate to Ukraine to assist during the harsh winter.
Czech news in brief for February 6: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech PM initiates coalition talks amidst dispute over euro coordinator appointment, Prague airport warns of Facebook fraudsters, and more top headlines.
Czech companies join German workers in calling for shorter work week
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Although the idea of a four-day work week has grown in popularity, Czechia's low unemployment rate and high vacancies make this unlikely – for now.
Czechia prepares for construction of country's first-ever high-speed rail line
Critics of the project, which should link Prague, Ústí nad Labem, and the German city of Dresden, threaten to delay developments due to its high cost.
'Unbearably low': Prague considers doubling public transport fares
The fare has not increased since 2015; it still remains at CZK 3,650 per year, with a daily cost of CZK 10 for the basic annual ticket.
Czech news in brief for February 5: Monday's top headlines
ANO party continues to dominate opinion polls, She Came at Night tops 2024 Czech Film Critics' Awards, and more headlines.
