Czech news in brief for November 22: Friday's top headlines
Czechia against Israeli leaders' arrest warrants, Czech foreign minister arrives in Kyiv, and snowfall across Czechia disrupts commutes.
Gas leak in the center of Prague leads to evacuation of buildings
On Thursday evening, around 150 residents were evacuated from their buildings with neighboring streets temporarily shut down.
From Mauritius to Mexico: The new places you can travel to from Prague this winter
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Amid an expected rise in travelers this winter, Prague Airport has confirmed many new destinations—we explain which, and also show you how to save money.
'They can't feel it through a diaper': Czech MP says it's ok to spank toddlers
Czechia remains one of the last EU countries without a law requiring parents to raise children free from physical punishment and emotional hardship.
Czech news in brief for November 21: Thursday's top headlines
Ice-cold weather, snow to hit Czechia in coming days, Fiala announces date of big annual speech, and government buys even more military tanks.
Prague's Christmas markets 2024: Best locations, dates, and highlights for festive fun
We show you which markets are open, where, when, and what you can do at them—from best food and drink to family-friendly attractions.
5 Prague cafés win European coffee awards—which have you tried?
Rankings, based on user submissions, are dotted around the capital from Karlín to Dejvice; outside of the capital, Brno was the second-most awarded.
Czech news in brief for November 20: Wednesday's top headlines
Nationwide marches mark 1,000 days of invasion, Czech lawmakers near final approval on easier divorce, and Czech scientists uncover meteorite origins.
1,000 days of war: Czech leaders double down on support for Ukraine
Czech President Petr Pavel said he strongly supports Ukraine’s use of U.S.-supplied missiles to strike Russian targets.
What's next for Czech-US relations? EU shake-ups, security threats, and a hint of Musk
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Experts spoke at the Czech Institute of Politics and Society to discuss how Donald Trump's policies may have a substantial impact on life in Czechia.
PM: Czechia will have 'same salaries as Germany' in under five years
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The eyebrow-raising comments have drawn wide criticism, bordering on ridicule, from policy and economic experts alike.
COMMENT|Why Czechia's political narratives don’t match reality
Weighing in on Czechia's reliance on Russian gas, Ukraine's winter hardships, and how growing inequality amid stagnant reforms hurt social progress.
Czech news in brief for November 19: Tuesday's top headlines
Czechia sent CZK 7.3bn in military aid to Ukraine, snow, wintry weather to hit midweek, and 'Waves' wins public prize at French festival.
Czech news in brief for November 18: Monday's top headlines
93,000 attend Velvet Revolution commemoration, Czech president to decide on state budget this week, and PM awards 17 distinguished Czech personalities.
Foreign e-commerce giants are reshaping Czechia's online fashion landscape
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Platforms like Temu, Shein, and Trendyol have leaped into the Czech fashion arena, challenging local retailers with low prices and aggressive marketing.
Best Czech beers of 2024 crowned at annual awards: Bernard taps into victory
Bernard claimed three major titles, including Brewery of the Year, at the annual Czech beer awards, held earlier this week in Nepomuk.
Czechia marks 35th anniversary of Velvet Revolution with events and protests
Celebrations, protests, and cultural events will take place across Czechia on today's national holiday Struggle for Freedom and Democracy Day.
