Czech news in brief for July 27: Saturday's top headlines
Heat warning issued for much of Czechia today, hundreds attend opening of Czech House in Paris, and more weekend headlines.
Czech House to open in Paris with new David Černý sculpture
Prime Minister Petr Fiala visited the Czech House today, which Olympic snowboard cross champion Eva Adamczyková will open.
Prague Zoo opens immersive new VR center for visitors
The first of its kind in a Czech zoo, the VR exhibitions – including shaking and tilting seats – aim to bring the wildlife experience closer to people.
Two Czech-style foods feature in ranking of world's best deep-fried desserts
The two foods make the top 20 in a global ranking and are often filled (or topped) with jam or cream – do you know what they are?
Czechia sees its first-ever registered Cybertruck on Prague streets
The EU says that the striking vehicle, made by American automotive firm Tesla, does not meet road-safety standards – one man found a workaround, though.
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Czech news in brief for July 26: Friday's top headlines
Czechia recorded 100 hate crimes this year, tropical heat headed to Czechia, and Czech embassies support compulsory second language in schools.
President Pavel on Biden speech and why Czechia should care about US election
In an interview following US president's televised speech, Czech President Petr Pavel called the withdrawal 'the gesture of a statesman.'
Czech passport is one of world's most powerful, outranks US
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Holders of a Czech passport can visit almost 200 countries without the need for a visa, according to a newly published index.
Bohemian crown jewels to be displayed annually starting in September
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The jewels will be displayed this year from Sept. 17 to 30; they have only been displayed eight times since the founding of the Czech Republic.
Prague's landmark Powder Tower to undergo extensive renovations this summer
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Built in 1475, the tower is one of the most significant monuments of Gothic Prague and considered the entrance to the Royal Way leading to Prague Castle.
Czech news in brief for July 25: Thursday's top headlines
Prague airport's flight information board breaks down, senators debate Russian Orthodox church in Czechia, Czech TV to offer 320-hour Olympic coverage.
OVERVIEW: Czechia at the Paris 2024 Olympics – where, how, and who to watch
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From a new David Černý sculpture honoring an Olympic legend, to the country's second Eiffiel Tower replica, your guide to the fun and fanfare!
New data shows Czech economy recovering better than expected after Covid-19
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A major data revision has improved the state of Czechia's public finances and GDP, although economists note that the country still trails behind others.
Prague's historic center to ban car traffic at night from Wednesday
Opponents says the ban will not help the ongoing noise problem from nighligtlife in the given area and that a more long-term solution is required.
Czech news in brief for July 24: Wednesday's top headlines
Czech crown loses against major world currencies, Czechia offers help to Croatia following shooting, and Prague approves doubling of towing fees.
Czech education minister proposes mandatory English from first grade
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A second foreign language, such as German, French, or Spanish, from the sixth grade could also be required as part of govt. education reforms.
Patients' rights and foster care: Czech president signs new amendments into law
On Tuesday, Czech President Petr Pavel also signed into law changes on debt relief, medicines, and public fundraising.
