EXCLUSIVE: Czech presidential candidate Petr Pavel on society, Ukraine, and faith in politics
The former army general is running on a campaign to heal the divides in Czech society. He spoke to us about the political climate in the country now.
Prague photo exhibit highlights same-sex couples' lack of rights in Czechia
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The photo gallery showcases the stories of 10 different LGBTQ+ families who have faced issues due to Czechia's legislation.
Czech inspectors find first violator of the ban on dual quality food
A law that took effect in May prohibits brands from selling lower quality food with the same label in Czechia than in other countries.
Avoid December 'flightmares': An overview of holiday air-travel from Czechia
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Travelers should stay alert, as airlines and airports expect their busiest Christmas period since pre-pandemic times, including some planned strikes.
Statue of Putin goblin replaces controversial monument of Russian marshal in Prague
The statue will remain in Bubeneč for 30 days after which it will be auctioned off to raise money for weapons for Ukraine.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Crown jewels to go on display, construction kicks off on metro line D, Christmas trees in a pot, and other buzzworthy Czech headlines.
EU’s space research center in Prague opens to the public this week
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Visitors have the chance to learn more about EUSPA's activities, as well as career and space entrepreneurship opportunities.
Ukrainian soldiers start official training on Czech territory
Some Czech politicians criticized a law passed last week allowing soldiers from Ukraine to receive military training in Czechia.
Survey: Wages in Czechia rose over 50 percent in the last decade
When calculated in U.S. dollars, wages rose seventh most of any developed economy in the world.
Today's headlines: Daily news refresh for Czechia
The country's top news in brief for the week of Dec. 5-9, 2022
Historic Czech locales celebrate 30 years of UNESCO status
Prague, Český Krumlov, and Telč became the first Czech locations to make the UNESCO World Heritage List on December 4, 1992.
Czech Christmas dinner rates among world's least expensive
Only Romania has a cheaper Christmas dinner than the Czech Republic's traditional fish soup, carp, and potato salad.
American fast food chain Popeyes is coming to the Czech Republic
A total of 600 new Burger King and Popeyes locations are planned for the Czech Republic, Poland, and Romania in the coming years.
Weekend headlines: Catholic Church to sell additional Prague landmarks
Plus: Battle of Austerlitz reenacted in South Moravia, Czech Republic replaces UK among Germany's top trading partners, and more weekend headlines.
Prague's first trolleybus line in 50 years goes into operation
A 12-kilometer long track from Palmovka to Čakovice has been completed, and Prague's first trolleybus since 1972 is now in operation.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Georgia, new fast food, snow and ice, and other buzzworthy Czech headlines.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Christmas gets underway in Prague
Last Saturday saw Old Town Square's newly installed Christmas tree light up, marking the start of markets, festivities, and even decorated garbage trucks.
