Mark your calendar: Important dates in the 2024–25 Czech school year
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Got your pens and pencils ready? As another academic year kicks off in Czechia, here's a round up of key dates for expat parents to remember.
Pediatric center expansion brings more healthcare options to Prague families
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My Clinic is expanding its team of pediatricians and specialists to meet the growing demand for pediatric care in the Czech capital.
New gender-neutral toilets at Czech school spark strong debate
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The head of a secondary school says she wants to cater to transitioning children as best as possible, but others say the school is trying to cut costs.
From working to voting: What are the legal age minimums for life in Czechia?
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International Children's Day on June 1 is an occasion to take a look at how legal ages vary in Czechia and around the world.
Amid aging doctors and staff shortage, Czech health system faces breakdown
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With over 400 doctor's surgeries forced to close in the past five years, pediatric and adolescent care is worst-affected by the shortage of physicians.
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As changes to law looms, most Czechs oppose spanking with wooden spoons and belts
Many Czech parents find certain forms of physical punishment acceptable; behaviors are passed down through the generations.
Progressive childcare agency finds the perfect match for families
When it comes to your little one’s safety and happiness, Best Nanny checks every requirement box.
Buildings across Czechia to light up in blue today to mark World Children’s Day
Issues such as domestic violence still afflict many children in Czechia – the event raises awareness of their well-being.
Czech kids' thirst for American beverage is causing concern with parents, schools
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Health experts and the government emphasize that the drinks' content poses danger to children’s development; regulation may be on the horizon.
Weak legislation leaves children in Czechia vulnerable to physical abuse
A fifth of children in the Czech Republic are victims or witnesses to domestic violence and very few cases are reported.
Kofola’s rum-flavored Christmas edition leaves a bitter taste with health officials
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Despite being non-alcoholic, the new, limited-edition drink has sparked controversy for sending a negative message to kids.
Revealed: The most popular baby names in the Czech Republic
The usual suspects retained their dominance at the top of the rankings, but some new additions – including international picks – have entered the running.
Czech police uncover network of child sex-abuse rings across country
The suspects organized special clubs and activities for the children when attempting to commit the reprehensible crimes.
Charity challenge: Get moving and support a good cause in Czechia
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Walk, run, or donate, individually or as a family, to one of the causes that the Tereza Maxová Foundation supports through its yearly fundraiser.
New Czech law will likely not punish parents who spank their kids
This week, Labor Minister Marian Jurečka stressed the importance of discerning between excessive violence and reasonable disciplinary action.
Letní Letná celebrates two decades with international stars and domestic premieres
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Interest has grown in new circus over the past 20 years, making Letní Letná the biggest festival of its kind in the region.
🎥VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Waving baby in Prague window racks up millions of views
A TikTok clip posted last month has gone viral, with people around the world commenting on its cuteness.
