Czech news in brief for January 4: Thursday's top headlines
Prague police prevent self immolation at Russian embassy, a snowy weekend forecast for Czechia, and rape trial of prominent Czech doctor begins today.
Czechoslovak spy worked as lead editor for BBC World Service
A member of the Czechoslovak communist secret service hired Terézia Javorská in the mid-1980s – she then relayed sensitive information to Czechoslovakia.
Supermarkets pledge to reduce food prices – but will they drop in 2024?
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The drop in the VAT rate for food – from 15 to 12 percent – has raised hopes for a drop in supermarket prices in 2024. However, this may not be a reality.
Charles University to organize processional through Prague to honor shooting victims
The university will conduct a commemorative procession, 'Transmission of Light,' on Jan. 4; officials also addressed steps to heighten security.
Czech news in brief for January 3: Wednesday's top headlines
Rain triggers flood warning throughout Czechia, country sees surge in gun ownership, and more top headlines for Jan. 3, 2024.
OVERVIEW: Which new laws and rules go into effect in Czechia in 2024?
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Czechia one of world's top 25 countries for attracting professional talent
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Out of all Central and Eastern Europe countries, Czechia ranks highest in a new index showing which countries attract the most highly skilled employees.
Czechia navigates pivotal 2024 with elections, tax reform, and nuclear questions ahead
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Elections for one-third of the Senate will serve as a crucial test for political parties leading up to the 2025 general elections.
Euro adoption pros and cons: Czech economists react to the president's speech
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Political analysts and economics shared mixed views on Czech President Petr Pavel's New Year's Day speech which advocated for euro adoption.
Czech news in brief for January 2: Tuesday's top headlines
Two-time Czech Wimbledon champ announces pregnancy, police say New Year's Eve celebrations relatively uneventful, and more top headlines for Jan. 2, 2024.
Czech president's speech calls on society to overcome fear in aftermath of shooting
President Petr Pavel's speech also touched on euro adoption, the success and failures of the current government, and the vulgarization of politics.
A letter from the editor: Help us continue our reader-first mission in 2024
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Go behind the scenes of Expats.cz with our editor, then take a moment to tell us how we're doing and help shape the direction of our coverage this year.
New Year's Day in Czechia: Lentils on the table and the return of the president's speech
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As the country observes culinary customs and New Year's Day hikes, Jan. 1, 2024 also marks the return of another national tradition.
Czech news in brief for January 1: Monday's top headlines
Czech tax reform package goes into effect, 59-year-old Czech actor makes pro basketball debut, and more headlines for January 1.
Prague's extra-long trolleybus to take over airport line in 2024
By March of 2024, trolleybus line 59 will replace Prague's bus line 119 bringing passengers from Nádraží Veleslavín metro to Václav Havel Airport.
Prague reminds visitors of fireworks ban as it prepares for New Year's Eve
Fireworks are banned in the historical center of the Czech capital, as well as near waterways and hospitals, with fines up to CZK 100,000.
Russia accuses Czechia of supplying weapons used in Belgorod attack
The Czech Republic did not heed Russia's call to participate in a UN Security Council meeting in the wake of the attack on Belgorod yesterday.
