News in brief for July 12: Top headlines for Czechia on Wednesday
Severe storms hit Czech Republic, Roma-Ukrainian communities clash, and more top stories for Wednesday, July 12, 2023.
Austrian police catch man wanted for raping a woman in Prague
The incident occurred in the early morning hours of June 17 in Prague's Letná neighborhood.
Czech govt. greenlights residence-permit program for digital nomads
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The new program would allow IT specialists and other skilled people to live in Czechia with their families.
Depeche Mode adds two new Prague dates to 2024 tour
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The synth-pop band, now a duo, is touring to support their latest album Memento Mori.
Tomáš Baťa Memorial marks 90 years with a new photo exhibit
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The timely exhibit in Zlín will feature the stopped pocket watch of the shoe empire's founder.
News in brief for July 11: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Czech president attends NATO summit, Vondroušová advances at Wimbledon, and more top stories for Tuesday, July 11, 2023.
Czech Labor Ministry: By 2030 over 90 percent of jobs will require digital skills
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The nature of the workplace is changing and the government plans to invest in adult education to help people adapt.
Unprecedented heatwave grips Czechia, fueling numerous wildfires
Firefighters reported a busy weekend battling blazes in nature areas amid record-breaking temperatures.
Prague City Hall has ambitious plans to reshape the city's public spaces
The recent program statement from the ruling coalition has a long-term outlook for to make squares and streets more attractive, especially for pedestrians.
Lyft plans new R&D center for Prague, but no local ridesharing services
The app-based American ridesharing and e-bike rental service joins many other firms tapping into Czechia's tech-talent pool.
News in brief for July 10: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Czech photographer captures rare 'dolphin' nebula, German cyclist dies on Czech mountain, and major traffic repairs begin in Prague.
Prague public transport inspectors handed out 250,000 fines last year
Fines collected in 2022 totaled over CZK 200 million, an increase of more than 40 percent over 2021, according to the DPP annual report.
Bulgarian drama Blaga's Lessons wins top prize at Karlovy Vary film fest
Director Stephan Komandarev was presented with a Crystal Globe as the Czech Republic's biggest film festival came to a close on Saturday evening.
News in brief for July 9: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Czech tennis stars advance to Wimbledon quarterfinals, temperature records fall across Czechia, and more headlines for Sunday, July 9.
Prague district to deploy falcons to take care of pigeon problem
Prague 14 is raising two young peregrine falcons to hunt and scare off pigeons that have been overpopulating in the district.
Heat warning issued as Prague braces for hot weekend
A mid-level heat warning has been issued for Prague and surrounding areas for Sunday afternoon, with temperatures forecast to exceed 36 degrees Celsius.
Czech police patrol Bohemian Switzerland on horseback
In efforts to prevent another devastating forest fire, police on horseback in the national park are making sure that tourists comply with regulations.
