Accidents between Prague trams and pedestrians decreased by almost half in 2020
For the first time in the last 15 years there were no fatalities, but safety efforts to reduce accidents will continue.
Design for the Czech Republic’s first high-speed rail station has been revealed
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The station in Central Bohemia will be on the routes from Prague to Brno and to Hradec Králové.
Coronavirus update, Jan. 12, 2021: Czech Republic mulls tightening anti-COVID restrictions further
Wednesday could prove a decisive day for the strengthening of lockdown measures; the delayed Moderna vaccine is due to arrive today.
From dark ages to digital: say goodbye to frequent visits to Czech government offices
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A new banking identification system for the Czech Republic is making it possible to access over 100 services online.
Two protests, one message: thousands rally against Czech COVID-19 restrictions through the weekend
Protesters flocked to Old Town Square on Sunday, while a smaller group marched on Friday; Jewish groups condemn anti-vaxxer's use of yellow stars
Coronavirus update, Jan. 11, 2021: Czech Republic has world's second-highest number of new cases
The first 20,000 doses of the Moderna coronavirus vaccine will be delivered to the Czech Republic today.
Unemployment in the Czech Republic hits 4 percent, highest since 2017
Despite the increase, the Czech Republic still has the lowest unemployment in Europe.
Old Town Square’s Christmas tree will live on as furniture for a retirement home
Wood from Prague’s main holiday tree will be turned into tables and benches by a vocational school.
Consumption of medical cannabis has quadrupled in the Czech Republic
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A new law that allows for health insurance to cover 90 percent of the cost led to the surge.
PM Babiš and other Czech leaders condemn pro-Trump rioters’ invasion of U.S. Congress
Czech leaders say the events in Washington set a poor example for democracies across the world.
Petřín cable car to be renovated with a new track and modern cabin design
The existing system has an estimated five years of service left and requires heavy maintenance.
Why some of the world's brightest young minds are studying in Brno
The Czech Republic’s largest technical university offers students access to tech giants and research innovators.
Václav Havel Airport Prague’s Terminal 3 will run on solar power
The terminal for private flights will have a complete renovation to bring it up to modern standards.
Blizzard conditions heading to Czech Republic: Prague could see snow on Wednesday
Heavy snow and freezing rain are expected across the Czech Republic this week; drivers are urged to use caution.
Cases of the new UK coronavirus variant have been confirmed in Slovakia
The new strain of coronavirus spreads faster than the original one, and affects younger people.
Czech Trade Inspection Authority: children can easily buy alcohol in Czech shops
Czechs under 18 years old were able to buy alcohol in almost three-quarters of test cases.
Prague’s tram tracks to become greener to help the environment
A project will find several mixes of Czech plants that can withstand extreme conditions.
