Czech news in brief for March 21: Thursday's top headlines
Cabinet approves minimum wage boost, Chamber calls Russia the greatest security threat, temps could jump to 18 degrees through the weekend.
Czechia's new health app displays vaccination records from 2023
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The app, which replaced the Tečka platform launched during Covid-19, is intended to alleviate the administrative burden associated with vaccination.
Czech hiking-biking trains roll out new routes to scenic destinations
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Cyclists can utilize bike-friendly buses and hiking trains designed for ease of access to the country's wide network of trail from Prague.
Happier than the US, UK, and France: Czechia in world's top 20 happiest countries
Czechia boasts the highest life satisfaction out of all CEE countries, and its under-30-year-olds are the happiest demographic overall.
Czech news in brief for March 20: Wednesday's top headlines
PM accuses opposition of endangering Czechia; Canada, Finland join Czech artillery initiative, and ticks more prevalent in parks than forests.
Vacation inflation: Where the weakening crown will cost you more this spring
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The crown has depreciated heavily against major world currencies in the past 12 months – but some destinations will be cheaper than last year.
The price of sending a parcel with Czech Post is about to get higher
The cost of sending a parcel via the Balíkovna delivery service will go up, although the company offers a discount for registered customers.
Czech news in brief for March 19: Tuesday's top headlines
Belarusian opposition leader to visit Prague, Charles University ramps up arts faculty security, and Czechia awards Footballer of the Year.
'A small, ex-Soviet state': WSJ's Czechia reference sparks backlash
Senior diplomats and public figures spoke up against the US publication's branding of Czechia over the weekend.
Prague voices defiance amid Russian elections and Mariupol anniversary
Twin narratives of electoral manipulation and wartime atrocities coalesced into a resounding condemnation of the Kremlin’s actions this weekend in Prague.
Czech news in brief for March 18: Monday's top headlines
Analysts expect CNB to further reduce interest rate, Czech government to discuss security amid Babiš drama, and more Monday headlines.
Prague playground at Riegrovy sady to get a fiery new dragon upgrade
The popular Dragon Playground at the spacious Prague park is set to undergo a complete overhaul by next spring, with an impressive new centerpiece.
Czech minimum wage should increase to 45 percent of the average wage
The Czech government will discuss a new amendment this week that will increase the country's minimum wage to meet the guidelines set by an EU directive.
Czech news in brief for March 17: Sunday's top headlines
Czech initiative for Ukraine ammo gains respect, ex-President Zeman in stable condition after surgery, and more Sunday headlines.
Prague residents petition city to name new streets after The Lord of the Rings
An online petition is pushing for Prague 8's new Rohan development to name its streets after characters from J.R.R. Tolkien's Kingdom of Rohan.
Controversial butterfly sculptures to adorn Prague's Máj department store
The Prague landmark will be adorned by giant butterflies that flap their wings and glow at night when it reopens later this spring following renovations.
Czech news in brief for March 16: Saturday's top headlines
Prague Green Party files criminal complaint over maskless city mayor, three Czech films to feature at prestigious film festival, and Pavel visits Germany.
