News in brief for Aug. 20: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
New website chronicles 1968 invasion of Czechoslovakia, Sto zvířat frontman Jan Kalina passes away at 58, and more headlines for Sunday, Aug. 20.
Expansion of dangerous Prague 3 tram stop to enhance pedestrian safety
Pedestrians in Prague 3 will get extra room at the narrow Biskupcova tram stop, with renovation work underway as of this weekend.
Czech inflation slowed down in July, but remains fourth-highest in EU
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According to Eurostat data shared this weekend, inflation in the Czech Republic was 10.2 percent, trailing only Hungary, Poland and Slovakia.
News in brief for Aug. 19: Top headlines for Czechia on Saturday
Temelín nuclear power plant temporarily shuts down, Czech volleyball team loses to Azerbaijan, and more top stories for Saturday, Aug. 19, 2023.
Prague Airport expects soaring passenger numbers next year
The summer season so far has been substantially busier than expected, leading the airport to revise its expectations for 2024.
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu to visit Czechia in early October
Czechia and Israel have long had a close relationship, with Netanyahu previously saying that Israel had 'no better friend' in Europe than Czechia.
Russian singer accuses Czechia of censorship after show gets cancelled
Following political pressure from Prague City Council, the Municipal House has decided to cancel Anna Netrebko's October concert.
News in brief for Aug. 18: Top headlines for Czechia on Friday
Storm damages State Opera, Czech air base receives US helicopter, and more top stories for Friday, Aug. 18, 2023.
Ex-presidential candidate Danuše Nerudová announces election bid for European Parliament
The economist said on social media that she wants to battle against populism, ensure equal rights, and focus on environmental issues.
News in brief for Aug. 17: Top headlines for Czechia on Thursday
Storm wreaks havoc in Prague, Czechia to send bridges to Slovenia, and more top stories for Thursday, Aug. 17, 2023.
5 ways Charles University's language institute helps foreigners master Czech – for good
Professional teachers, a supportive atmosphere, and cultural immersion give students at the Charles University's language institute an edge.
Czech meteorological office issues high-level storm warning across most of Czechia
Heavy storms and rainfall are expected in Prague on Wednesday evening and in the first part of Thursday.
Newly opened Štangl continues Eska’s legacy of sustainability and local ingredients
Headed by chef Martin Štangl, the new restaurant offers dinners with courses built around seasonal produce.
News in brief for Aug. 16: Top headlines for Czechia on Wednesday
Bártů receives British MBE, Czechia plans Expo 2025 participation, and more top stories for Wednesday, Aug. 16, 2023.
Czech authorities will incinerate over 600 kilograms of cocaine found in banana shipments
The street value of the drugs, which were allegedly travelling from Ecuador to the Netherlands, is estimated at up to CZK 5 billion.
Taiwan Center for Mandarin Learning enriches Prague's cultural landscape
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The center will help people learn a language used by over a billion people and also familiarize themselves with the culture of Taiwan.
News in brief for Aug. 15: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Robert Fremr nomination under scrutiny, Třebíč celebrates milestones, and more top stories for Tuesday, Aug. 15, 2023.
