Czech Senate approves stricter rules for media ownership, changes to drivers' points penalties
The two amendments are now in the hands of the president, who is expected to sign them both into law.
Czech lawmakers greenlight removal of 10,000 outdated laws from legal rolls
The list includes everything from a ban on exporting sugar to an arcane regulation regarding celibacy for teachers.
Czechia takes step toward tightening ban on politicians' media ownership
If passed, the updated law will prevent members of parliament from broadcasting and publishing print and online news.
Czech pro-life activists gain enough signatures to put abortion ban on Senate agenda
The upper house of parliament has to consider any petition that garners over 10,000 signatures.
VZP monopoly on foreigners' insurance to remain in place for now
The state health insurance company's five-year monopoly over foreigner's commercial insurance was approved by the lower house of parliament last year.
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The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
News, tips, and Expats.cz top stories for Prague and the Czech Republic on Nov.2, 2022.
Together coalition dominates 2022 Czech Senate elections
While the opposition ANO party sent the most candidates to the second round of elections, the SPOLU coalition won most of the contested Senate seats
Overview: Prague, Senate, and municipal elections continue today
Find out all about the ongoing polls, and the political platforms of the candidates.
Black hole, Babiš-led quartet of busts spring up in Prague's Old Town Square
Dubbed "The Mafia Column," the installation warns of corruption ahead of the upcoming elections.
New ‘Mucha: The Family Collection’ exhibit unveils unseen art
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The exhibit, in cooperation with the Czech Senate, is timed to coincide with the Czech presidency of the EU.
Senate approves CZK 5,000 per child bonus, but will you qualify?
The proposal, which will cost the state some CZK 7.8 billion, has been sent to President Zeman for his signature.
President Zeman sets autumn date for local and Senate elections
The elections will see 27 seats of the upper house of the Czech parliament up for grabs.
As the EU takes a step forward for gay rights, Czechia stands still on the issue
As the EU enforces same-sex couples’ rights throughout the bloc, an amendment recognizing gay adoption stalls in the Czech Senate.
President Zeman prepared to name Fiala as next PM
A regularly updated article with all the latest developments related to the political transition in the Czech Republic.
Self-defense definition to be expanded following rise in burglaries
The Czech Senate has passed a law expanding the right to self-defense, though the right to use weapons in defending the home is not included.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 19, 2021
Fiala calls for consensus on Zeman, Castle officials criticized by constitutional experts, government supports tougher sanctions against Belarus.
Senate session on transfer of powers set for November 9
A regularly updated article with all the latest news on the state of the Czech president’s health amid post-election talks.
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