News in brief for Aug. 4: Top headlines in Czechia on Friday
President Pavel apologizes for riding his motorcycle without a helmet, multiple children injured after lookout tower collapses, and more top stories.
Recent rainfall gives Czechia's mushroom bounty a boost – here's where and when to pick
Some mountains and forest are now ideal for mushrooming but you can also find treasures in city parks closer to home.
Two of Czechia's three newly appointed Constitutional Court judges are women
Czech President Petr Pavel nominated the experience-rich candidates, who will now each serve 10-year terms in the highest court in the land.
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.
News in brief for Aug. 3: Top headlines for Czechia on Thursday
The Czech Senate signs off on a number of bills, castle visits on the rise in July, and Czechia's top-paid athlete revealed.
Party leaders condemn labor minister's Roma stereotype-ridden Instagram post
Junior government leaders distance themselves from Labor Minister Marian Jurečka's Instagram post meant to promote a simplified welfare system.
Spotify announces upcoming price hike for Czech-based subscribers
Starting from September, the streaming giant's prices, including for monthly subscriptions, will change in line with a revised pricing structure.
President Pavel signs defense agreement with US
The agreement enhances security guarantees and practical defense cooperation amid concerns of Russian military aggression against Ukraine.
News in brief for Aug. 2: Top headlines in Czechia for Wednesday
Legislators discuss regulation of low-THC cannabis, former PM lashes out at current government and more top headlines for Aug. 2, 2023.
Prague’s baby pangolin hits an important milestone
Šiška’s breeding has been deemed a success, as the baby has now gotten past the most difficult period.
Glitch fixed: Banking identity now available to foreigners in Czechia
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A systemic flaw meant that EU residents were unable to obtain a Bank iD, whereas non-EU citizens could do so.
Photo of Brno mayor with lines of white powder spreads on social media
Markéta Vaňková claims that she does not remember what happened while maintaining her innocence.
Czech-language exam required for permanent residency will cost more
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Under a new government proposal, subsidies for taking the language exam required to obtain permanent residency in Czechia will end.
Prague cracks down on illegal animal selfies with new campaign
New posters will warn people that taking selfies with animals supports animal abuse.
News in brief for Aug. 1: Top headlines for Czechia on Tuesday
Czechia could extend protection of Ukrainian refugees, alcohol-related accidents increased in July, and more headlines for Aug. 1, 2023.
August brings two supermoons and a blue moon: Here's where to spot them from Prague
For the first time since 2018, the second supermoon, the largest of the year, is also a blue moon.
Czechia's major whistleblowing law comes into force on Aug. 1
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The new act will make it much safer to report employers' wrongdoings via the creation of an official, transparent channel to investigate complaints.
