Silvio Berlusconi's close encounters with Czech politicians remembered
The ex-Italian leader played his part in Czech political controversies, especially after a former Czech PM was pictured naked at Berlusconi's house.
The Economist: Czechia ranks second worldwide in crony capitalism
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The study reveals that many wealthy individuals in Czechia gain advantages through relationships with the state.
Cyprus court freezes Czech businessman's assets worth CZK 13 billion
Real estate developer Radovan Vítek is being sued by business partners from Europe and the U.S.
Czechia lacks corruption curbing strategy, pundit says
The head of the Czech branch of Transparency International says the country has only had 'false anti-corruption prophets' in recent history.
Better communication, more transparency: Pavel reveals his 100-day plan
Czechia's new president wants to continue sending aid to Ukraine, create a team of expert advisers, and open up Prague Castle.
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Corruption still prevalent in Czechia according to worldwide ranking
Transparency International says Czechia has been treading water for 15 years and lacks the courage to make needed reforms.
Member of former PM's political party resigns due to links with player in high-level corruption case
Zakaría Nemrah, accused in a recent corruption scandal was a witness at the wedding of lower house deputy chairwoman Jana Mračková Vildumetzová.
Eurozone record high inflation widens recession risk
Plus: Chief of intelligence service steps down, Russia halts Nord Stream 1 supplies, and more Aug. 31, 2022, headlines.
Tourism rebounds in Czechia, but foreign visitor numbers still lagging
Plus: Czech man dies while rafting in Norway, Nebraska town sees annual Czech culture festival, and more headlines.
Czech morning headlines: Koněvova street may be renamed to Hartigova, PM Fiala to address the nation
Plus: National Virology and Bacteriology Institute to be established, Czech ticket seller Kiwi receives large investment, and more.
Politico: Corruption scandal shatters Czech govt. before presidency
Triggered by the transport company corruption scandal, the turmoil in the Czech government comes on the eve of the Czech EU presidency.
Morning headlines: Czech Post to close this weekend, Prague airport collapse due to software glitch
Plus: Hlubuček resigns as Prague deputy mayor and more headlines for June 16, 2022.
Czechia records largest drop in real wages in nearly three decades
Plus: ANO polling ahead of ODS, Imagine Dragons salute Ukraine in Prague, Constitutional Court rejects Charles Bridge graffiti case appeal.
200-year-old Petřín carousel reopens just in time for Children's Day
Plus: Prime Minister Petr Fiala will meet Pope Francis next week, the Czech economy saw greater growth than expected, and more.
Czech daily news roundup: Tuesday, January 11, 2022
Coal phase-out planned by 2033, large sums spent by parties ahead of October election, Brno court releases corrupt politician on parole.
Czech morning news in brief: top stories for Jan. 28, 2021
Czech Republic falls in international corruption rankings, Switzerland to require negative COVID test, and comedian Eddie Izzard "runs" for Prague.
