Czech police chief issues apology for undermining rape victims
Martin Vondrášek clarified that he did not intend to downplay or trivialize the seriousness of sexual violence following contentious comments this week.
News in brief for Aug. 10: Top headlines for Czechia on Thursday
Police chief faces more backlash on rape statements, weak tornadoes hit Czechia and more headlines for Aug. 10, 2023.
One of the busiest sections of Prague’s tram tracks will be closed for 10 days
Planned repairs will affect some of the city's backbone tram lines between I.P. Pavlova and Karlovo náměstí.
New EU app helps Czech-based travelers during emergency situations abroad
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Czech tourists will be able to get information about flight and ferry cancellations, weather changes, and consumer rights.
News in brief for Aug. 9: Top headlines in Czechia for Wednesday
Facebook most used social platform among Czechs, TSMC to establish first European factory on Czech-German border, and more top headlines for Aug. 9, 2023.
Prices for older Czech apartments to rise due to slowdown in construction
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While higher construction costs and other factors have led developers to cut back on new flats, demand is expected to rise.
'Put lemon in your water': Prague water company advises residents on foul tap-water taste
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Temporary changes in the purification process of Želivka Water Treatment Plant led many Prague 11 residents to complain about the taste of their tap water.
Designblok will expand to Prague Castle this year for its jubilee 25th year
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Two exhibitions will take place in the castle’s Royal Garden, connected by the theme of 'Journey.'
News in brief for Aug. 8: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
City offices fly rainbow flag, Czechia records coldest summer day on the books, and Czech trade surplus reaches 18.2 billion in June.
Marriage versus registered partnerships in Czechia: What are the key differences?
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While on the surface they might sound like almost the same thing, there are crucial issues that make marriage preferable for same-sex couples.
Czech tech, media, and telecoms sectors most attractive to investors
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Though M&As are currently in decline, a stabler macroeconomic environment and a new tax on company sales in 2024 may cause an uptick in investor activity.
News in brief for Aug. 7: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Czech foreign minister condemns Russian attack on blood tranfusion center, weak tornado hits Czechia, and more headlines for Aug. 7, 2023.
Ahoj, Monday! Your morning cup of Prague
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Bullseye! Czech archer Marie Horáčková becomes country's first world champion
Horáčková won gold at the World Archery Championships in Berlin this weekend, becoming the Czech Republic's first world champion.
Prague Pride festival to make a splash in the Czech capital this week
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The 13th edition of the annual festival will bring a total of 190 activities to 45 different locations across the Czech capital throughout the week.
Czechia prepares new regulations for Airbnb accommodation providers
An amendment from the Ministry of Regional Development requiring accommodation providers to register with the government could take effect by 2025
News in brief for Aug. 6: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
The top stories for Sunday, Aug. 6, 2023, updated frequently to keep you up to speed.
