DAILY NEWS UPDATE
South Bohemia declares state of emergency under heavy snowfall
Tens of thousands of locations in the region are without power this morning as snow continues to blanket much of the Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for December 2: Saturday's top headlines
Prague bans pro-Palestine protest due to slogan, state reaches agreement with doctors over pay, and Czechia braces for more heavy snow.
25+ wonderful ways to welcome Advent in Prague in 2023
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Today marks the first day of the countdown to Christmas. We've got a guide to less-crowded markets, tree-lightings, holiday lights, and much more.
Czech foreign minister leads walkout during Lavrov’s OSCE summit speech
Russia’s Sergei Lavrov had criticized NATO and the West for their tolerance of the “ruling neo-Nazi regime in Kyiv,” to the outrage of other delegates.
Czech news in brief for December 1: Friday's top headlines
Czech leaders pay tribute to Kissinger, snowy days ahead for Czechia, and doctors' overtime resignation takes effect from today.
Easier path to citizenship proposed for descendants of Czech emigrants
The current amendment would apply mainly to descendants of compatriots living in the United States, South America, and Great Britain.
Prague’s Old Town Christmas market to pay tribute to 50 years of Cinderella
Opening this weekend and running until the beginning of January, Prague's biggest markets have festive surprises in store.
Czech National Bank removes major hurdle in securing a mortgage
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An upcoming change will mean that, from 2024, people with higher levels of debt and lower incomes have a much higher chance of acquiring a mortgage.
Czech news in brief for November 30: Thursday's top headlines
Czech drug smuggler on Europol's most-wanted list faces 24-year-sentence, parliament passes state budget, and Czechia's first ice day is on the books.
Czechia set to launch fully digital ID cards in 2024
The government stresses that using the digital ID will be fully optional, although some public institutions will have to recognize them.
Say 'yes' to continue: Motol Hospital announces AI voicebot that speaks 60 languages
Set to be rolled out in spring 2024, the tool will improve communication between the public and hospital as well as reduce the workloads of staff.
Politico: Pavel among Europe's 28 most influential figures in 2024
The Czech president's tough stances on China and Russia, as well as unwavering support for Ukraine, earned him a spot on the list.
Czech news in brief for November 29: Wednesday's top headlines
Polish drugstore chain heading to Czech market, heavy snowfall leads to traffic collisions and a fatality, and police accuse six in cult murder.
Beloved Czech holiday fairy tale reimagined in animated adaptation
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The Proud Princess will return to screens in an animated 3D version; the original 1950s fairy tale is a classic of Czech Christmas cinema.
Giving Tuesday 2023: How to donate, volunteer, and help in Czechia
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Czechs gave the most to children, people with disabilities, animals, and humanitarian relief last year. Read our tips for where and how to give this year.
‘Happy Station’: Prague’s Hlavní nádraží to undergo major transformation
The project aims to enhance the travel experience while cleaning up the area in front of Prague's main railway station known as 'Sherwood Forest'.
Czech teachers accuse unions of hijacking strike with pro-Russian speaker
As union strikes gripped the country yesterday, calls for both the resignation of the trade union head and the government continue to divide Czech society.
