Prague is one of the world’s best cities for remote working
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The Czech capital ranked higher than the likes of New York, Hong Kong and Madrid in an in-depth study of remote working conditions.
Prague extends 24/7 mental-health crisis line through the end of the year
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The anonymous helpline at the Bohnice Psychiatric Hospital has seen in increase of callers due to the pandemic.
Senate session on transfer of powers set for November 9
A regularly updated article with all the latest news on the state of the Czech president’s health amid post-election talks.
Increased demand, delivery delays mean bad news for iPhone fans in the Czech Republic
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Bad news mounts for Apple fans, with delays for the new model, waning interest in opening a local Apple Store, and the possibility of new EU regulations.
Coronavirus update, Oct. 18, 2021: Booster shots now available six months from last dose
Plus: Experts for school Covid testing in some districts, PM says ÚKS should continue to operate, most new cases for a Sunday since April.
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Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 18, 2021
President promised two government-forming attempts to ANO, incoming cabinet wants reduced budget deficit, half of Czechs support SPOLU-led government.
Prague 1 drafts ban on drinking alcohol in public spaces at night
The new ban targets the consumption of alcohol in public areas between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m. in Prague's city center.
Cross-border health center, first in EU, opens between Czech Republic and Austria
A unique health center serving both Czech and Austrian patients has now opened between České Velenice and Gmünd.
Czech weekend news in brief: Top headlines for October 17, 2021
Covid-19 cases continue to rise, hospital approaches request for info on President "urgently and responsibly", and more headlines from this weekend.
Drumming for Bubny marks 80 years since first WWII transport of Jews from Prague
Survivors and their families gathered at Prague's Bubny Railway Station yesterday on the anniversary of the first Jewish transport from the Czech capital.
Hungary, Finland darken to high-risk red on Czech Republic's latest Covid travel map
Luxembourg will also move from orange to red on the latest map that governs incoming travel restrictions, valid from Monday.
UEFA will not fine Sparta Prague over accusations of racism among its fans
No evidence of discriminatory behavior or racism was found at a recent match between Sparta and the Glasgow Rangers in Prague, the UEFA has concluded.
Czech PM Andrej Babiš ready to hand government to new five-party coalition
Babiš will not accept President Miloš Zeman's directive to head talks in forming a new government, he told journalists on Friday.
On World Bread Day, a brief history of the beloved Czech rohlík
Few things are as evocative of the Czech Republic as this ubiquitous baked product.
Heydrich assassination could become a significant day on the Czech calendar
Supporters want May 27 to be the Day of National Defiance, while opponents say the events are already sufficiently remembered.
As Prague faces billions in tourism losses, industry leaders warn of economic fallout
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With government compensation programs coming to an end this summer, the Czech Tourism Union says an economic crisis is looming.
Political storm erupts over House Speaker's hospital visit to President Zeman
Police say they will investigate the possibility that President Zeman’s signature was forged on a document convening the next Czech parliament.
