Czechia and the Nobel Prize: Winners, controversies, and connections
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The Czech Republic boasts six Nobel Laureates as well as some fascinating stories about near wins and big-time connections with celebrated winners.
One in five university students in Czechia are foreigners – and half want to stay after graduating
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Strong educational and job offerings have made Czechia an increasingly attractive destination to international students in the past 20 years.
Czechia reinstates random border checks with Slovakia from Wednesday
Increasing numbers of illegal immigrants traveling from Slovakia and transiting through Czechia have prompted the government to take quick action.
New survey: 80 percent of Czechs struggle to buy their own home
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High mortgage rates and increasing property prices have pushed a lot of prospective Czech homeowners out of the market, although optimism is slowly rising.
Czech foreign minister: EU accession negotiations for Ukraine should begin soon
Jan Lipavský also admitted that Ukraine has substantial work ahead in adapting its legal framework to align with EU standards.
News in brief for Oct. 3: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Czech Republic has EU's lowest unemployment rate, presidental spokesperson resigns, and more top headlines for Oct. 3, 2023.
VIDEO: See 7,000-year-old structure near Prague that's older than Stonehenge and the pyramids
The shock finding shines some light on prehistoric activity in Bohemia, although it is not fully clear what the large roundel (or disc) was used for.
Prague conference brings together smartest investors in Czech startup sphere
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Scheduled to take place in late October, the Engaged Investments conference gives people a chance to learn from the most seasoned Czech startup funders.
Major changes to Czech Labor Code now in force: Here's what you need to know
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The new Czech Labor Code, which came into effect at the start of October, will see greater remote-work opportunities and more renumeration for freelancers.
Czech drivers queue for cheap fuel at pumps near the Polish border
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While gasoline prices have traditionally been lower in Poland than in the Czech Republic, the current gap has widened significantly.
News in brief for Oct. 2: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Conditions for early retirement go into effect, Karel Gott's home to become a museum, and more top headlines for Monday.
Ahoj Monday! 5 tips for the week ahead in Czechia
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news and tips for Prague and Czech Republic.
Prague street named after Soviet marshal has been officially rebranded
As of today, the three-kilometer Koněvova Street in Prague 3 has officially become Hartigova Street, named after the first mayor of Žižkov.
Happy World Coffee Day! In the Czech Republic, coffee culture is brewing
A whopping 84 percent of Czech consume coffee at least once a week, according to a recent survey.
Former Czech PM congratulates Robert Fico on victory in Slovak election
Andrej Babiš praised Robert Fico on his election win, wishing for a government prioritizing the welfare of its citizens and Slovak interests in Europe
News in brief for October 1: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday
Maria Callas 100th anniversary tour to stop in Prague, State-run ČEPS acquires Net4Gas Holdings, and more weekend headlines.
The pandemic spurred global interest in gardening, finds Czech researcher
A comprehensive international study co-authored by Czech scientist Jan Vavra emphasizes the therapeutic role of gardening during crises.
