Coronavirus update, May 3, 2021: Czech Republic sees nationwide relaxation of some restrictions today
Monday sees the return of more students to school and the reopening of self-care services nationwide and museums across several regions.
Czech morning news in brief: top headlines for May 3, 2021
U.S. sides with Czech Republic in Russia rift, more anti-govt. art appears in Czech capital over the weekend, and Prague Castle reopens today.
Coronavirus update, April 30, 2021: All shops to reopen May 10, restaurant gardens could follow a week later
Upper grades of primary school will start rotating in Prague and six other regions on May 3, Covid testing in lower grades cut to once a week.
Coronavirus update, April 29, 2021: Over 3M vaccine doses given, number of hospitalized sees large drop
Over 100,000 people between 55 and 59 registered for vaccination on the first day of eligibility, vaccinations for people over 16 could start in July.
Witches Night 2021: Guidelines for celebrating this fiery and festive Czech holiday
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The Health Ministry and police have confirmed their stance on this year's Čarodějnice celebrations.
Coronavirus update, April 28, 2021: State has no more Covid tests for schools due to canceled tender
Antigen tests will run out on May 7, and it is uncertain if more can be purchased in time, according to the Health Ministry.
Coronavirus update, April 27, 2021: Czech govt. postpones decision to reopen shops
While hairdressers and spas can open from May 3, the reopening of shops will continue to be debated on Thursday.
Czech Republic bans travel to India due to spread of new coronavirus mutation
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The Czech Republic has added India to the list of countries posing an extreme risk to travelers.
Coronavirus update, April 26, 2021: Vaccination may start for people over 55 on Wednesday
The govt. today will clarify its plan to open stores and some services on May 3, practical teaching starts in secondary schools and universities.
Coronavirus update, April 23, 2021: Czech govt. unveils plan to restart 'normal life,' from May 3
Shops and selected services should reopen in less than ten days depending on the numbers of newly infected per 100,000.
Shops and some services should open May 3, rules for other relaxation 'packages' outlined
The govt. has set up six rule relaxation ‘packages’ that will be triggered by a drop in the number of newly infected people per 100,000.
Coronavirus update, April 22, 2021: Health Ministry to propose six waves for relaxing restrictions
The outdoor gardens of restaurants would be in the fifth wave and indoor seating in the sixth, but only with a Covid test.
Coronavirus update, April 20, 2021: Govt. to discuss relaxing rules for shops and services on Thursday
Kindergartens in some regions will fully reopen without testing, vaccination for people over 60 to start on Friday.
Coronavirus update, April 19, 2021: Czech PM says relaxation of more restrictions possible this month
If vaccinations continue on track and Covid spread slows, relaxation of restrictions could take place April 26, with sports and children a priority.
Coronavirus update, April 16, 2021: Health minister says summer might be without face masks
New record set for daily Covid vaccinations, Czech Waldorf school refuses testing, and a quarter million Czechs over 70 still waiting for vaccines.
Coronavirus update, April 15, 2021: Deputy PM heads to Moscow to negotiate Sputnik V supply
Hamáček to negotiate Sputnik V supply in Moscow; Czech Republic sees lowest workday number of new Covid cases since late November.
Coronavirus update, April 14, 2021: Czech police say they won't enforce two-person rule
Covid continues to recede in the Czech Republic, vaccination starts for people over 65 today, Russia offers initial shipment of 300,000 Sputnik doses.
