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Bye-bye, Babiš: All you need to know about the new Czech government
The transfer of power has been full of complications, but a new era for Czech politics starts today.
As the EU takes a step forward for gay rights, Czechia stands still on the issue
As the EU enforces same-sex couples’ rights throughout the bloc, an amendment recognizing gay adoption stalls in the Czech Senate.
Job opportunities to flood the Czech market after the new year
A new survey suggests ripe opportunities with employers looking to hire, not fire, in the first quarter of 2022.
Cost of energy to spike next year, warns Czech minister
Outgoing Minister of Industry and Trade Karel Havlíček predicts significant price increases in 2022 as a result of Europe-wide shortages.
Poll: What’s the best bank for foreigners in the Czech Republic?
Česká spořitelna was recently named the Czech Republic‘s best bank, but which is your top pick?
Decline in Czech suicide rates intact despite the pandemic
Last year saw the second lowest number of suicides in the Czech Republic’s recorded history, though the rate is still higher than the EU average.
Czech inflation bites, and experts think it’s even worse than feared
The latest official data shows inflation still rising in the Czech Republic, prompting fears of hard times ahead.
Quarantine, Cinderella, and dumplings: Czechs’ top Google searches paint a picture of 2021
The most-searched topics and people show a nation preoccupied with the pandemic and societal changes.
Czechs are the world’s top language learners, says Duolingo
An annual report from the popular app put the Czech Republic in the top spot for dedication to learning languages.
New analysis reveals risks and rewards of Czech euro adoption
The benefits of swapping the crown for the euro have long been disputed by economists, and the Czech National Bank appears equally torn on the question.
Plight of Czech industry deepens as car production stalls
The Czech Republic’s automotive industry has faced significant difficulties this year, leading to a serious downturn for Czech industry.
Czechs' Christmas spending blitz reaches pre-pandemic levels
The annual Christmas shopping bonanza is comparable to pre-pandemic times, though some habits have changed.
Amid an energy crisis, what are the Czech Republic’s renewable options?
Spiraling prices for gas and electricity have highlighted the need to diversify the country’s energy supply.
One of these women could be the next Czech President
With the Czech presidential race to begin in just over a year, how likely is it that a woman could finally become head of state?
Living standards in the Czech Republic now better than in Spain or Portugal
The purchasing power parity of the Czech Republic has hit new heights, surpassing a number of western EU countries.
Growing interest in part-time work reflects social shift in Czechia
Interest in part-time work has spiked as a result of pandemic, bringing the Czech Republic closer into line with other EU nations.
EU data confirms rip-off phone tariffs in the Czech Republic
Mobile services are much more expensive in the Czech Republic than in any other EU country according to the latest figures.