Czech morning news in brief: top headlines for March 26, 2021
The Czech census begins, Kupka painting sets record at auction, and through traffic along Prague's embankments may be restricted to locals.
Coronavirus update, March 26, 2021: Schools could reopen by mid-April, decision to be made before Easter
Lower house to discuss extending the state of emergency, PM Babiš promises to raise bonus for medical rescuers, new Covid cases among medical staff drop.
Wine vs. beer in the Czech Republic: the winner might surprise you, says a new survey
The Wine Fund reports that consumers increasingly favor vino but in terms of volume of consumption, pivo still king.
The 5 most in-demand foreign languages on the Czech jobs market
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Some 40 percent of job offers in the Czech Republic require a language other than Czech; English is vital but so are these European languages.
Czech morning news in brief: top headlines for March 25, 2021
A significant jump in Czech mortality reported, rents in Prague and regions decrease, and a major exhibit from a Prague museum now online.
Coronavirus update, March 25, 2021: Czech health minister says lockdown rules may ease after Easter
Czechs over 65 may be vaccinated after Easter, Blatný says Johnson & Johnson vaccines will arrive in April, EU setting rules for Covid vaccine export.
Coronavirus update, March 24, 2021: PES index drops to third degree after 108 days
Johnson & Johnson vaccine won't arrive in April, Prague and surroundings won’t be seen as a single district, ČSSD to back 30-day emergency extension.
Czech morning news in brief: top headlines for March 24, 2021
Sprayers deface Old Town Covid-19 memorial, Czech chanson legend passes on, Austria opens five border crossings, and more.
Foreigners count: how to complete the 2021 census in the Czech Republic
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The census begins on March 26 and foreigners are required to complete it too, with potential fines for those who don't.
What will Czech Easter look like under lockdown? Eggs and whips back on 'essentials' list
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Retailers may sell whips, painted eggs, and other Easter decorations but celebrations for this typically raucous Czech holiday will be low-key.
Vinyl records are finding a wider audience during lockdown: here's where to buy them in Prague
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The pandemic may have curtailed concert going but many Czech-based music fans are returning to old-school vinyl and radio to fill the gap.
Czech morning news in brief: top headlines for March 23, 2021
Refusal to release report on Babiš case ruled unlawful, child survivor of Lidice dies at 88, Czech population sees highest natural decrease since 2020.
Coronavirus update, March 23, 2021: COVID death toll crosses 25,000
Govt. to ask for 30-day extension of state of emergency, firms with up to 10 people to test for COVID, police to check on quarantine observance.
Young Czechs and Slovaks have differing views on LGBT rights, immigration, and drugs
A survey found Czechs under 30 more tolerant of gay neighbors, while young Slovaks were more open to immigrants and Muslims.
10 most popular plant-based products in the Czech Republic revealed
Over 8,000 people voted in an online poll conducted that chose the best meat substitutes and non-dairy treats for the year 2020.
Czech morning news in brief: top headlines for March 22, 2021
Czechs observe a minute of silence for COVID deaths today, police break up parties at closed Prague venues this weekend, and spring temps on their way.
Coronavirus update, March 22, 2021: Lowest number of new COVID cases since mid-December
Hamáček says restrictions have been effective, Prague and suburbs to be seen as single district, EU official says bloc doesn’t need Russian vaccine.
