News in brief for Oct. 16: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Old Town Square temporarily evacuated on Sunday, pro-Israel and pro-Palestine protests take place in Prague and more top headlines.
Climate change is making Czech beer less flavorful and more expensive
Czech beer may soon be a victim of climate change, according to a researcher at the Global Change Research Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences.
Czechia's humble houska ranked among world's top 100 bread products
According to Taste Atlas user ratings, the traditional Czech bun comes in just behind German pretzels and English crumpets among the world's best breads.
Czech VAT changes in brief: Which goods and services will be cheaper in 2024?
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While many products will become more expensive with the country's new value-added-tax changes from next year, some items will see a tax reduction.
News in brief for Oct. 15: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Czech hockey stars make Boston's All-Centennial Team, Czechs citizens rally to support Israel in wake of Hamas attacks, and more weekend headlines.
Prague's Botanical Garden kicks off Halloween season with pumpkin exhibit
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From this weekend through October 31st, come see 5,000 kilograms of pumpkins and some spooky autumn atmosphere at the Czech capital's Botanical Garden.
Fines for riding without a ticket on Prague public transport could increase
The Czech Republic's Association of Transport Companies is pushing for an increase in the maximum fine for riding without a valid ticket.
Crystal Valley: Vibrant new hiking trail celebrates Czech glassmaking
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A two-kilometer trail featuring works by Czech glassmakers was unveiled in Brniště to kick off this year's Crystal Valley Weekend.
News in brief for Oct. 14: Top headlines for Czechia on Saturday
Czechia to get cooler temperatures and strong winds, new tram link opens in Prague, tobacco sales promotions to end, and more headlines for Oct. 14, 2023.
WEEKLY QUIZ: How well do you know Czech superstitions?
Friday the 13th is the best time to test yourself on Czech superstitions. Break a leg!
Debate on gender-neutral toilets in Czech schools heats up in parliament
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Politicians have been debating for months an end to the requirement to have separate toilets in state schools.
Fishermen descend on Czechia's largest pond for centuries-old carp harvest tradition
With Christmas a little over two months away, fishermen across the country are preparing to catch as many carp as possible.
Prague tightens security amid planned Palestinian protest
Although the Czech interior minister dismissed claims that the demonstration would be Hamas-affiliated, he urged caution about potential dangers.
News in brief for Oct. 13: Top headlines for Czechia on Friday
More repatriation flights return from Israel, Prague hospital stops admitting critical-care patients, and more top headlines for Oct. 13, 2023.
Rockstar scientist brings immersive 'Horizons' show to Prague in April
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During his acclaimed show, Brian Cox explains the origins of far-away galaxies, alien worlds, and supermassive black holes via a tech spectacular.
WATCH OUT: Prague Airport announces changes to its terminal system
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Under revised plans, flight departures will be allocated to terminals based on airlines rather than destinations.
Czech government wants better film incentives to boost industry growth
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The amendment aims to smooth out the funding approval process and keep Czechia on the map of attractive filming locations for big-budget productions.
