Paratroopers jump into the Vltava to mark the Czech Army’s 30th anniversary
While its roots go back much longer, the Czech Army as it exists now was established in 1993.
Rohlik founder launches investment group for companies that reject status quo
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TCF Capital will operate internationally and focus on firms in e-commerce, FMCG, and logistics.
Czechia reverses plans to introduce financial punishment for rape
The new law will mean that convicted rapists must receive a prison sentence rather than only a financial penalty, which the state considered introducing.
Inflatable giant billiard balls appear on Prague's Vltava
The aqua-based exhibition shows the power of water and incorporates a centuries-old relief designed to monitor rising river levels.
Prague’s public transit headed to holiday schedules for the rest of the summer
In most cases there will be longer waits for trams, buses, and the metro, but the bus to the airport will be more frequent.
News in brief for June 28: Actor Russell Crowe touches down in Karlovy Vary
The top headlines for Wednesday, June 28, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech NGO issues stark warning over Poland's Turów coal mine
According to the Together for Water organization, new data shows seriously decreasing water levels in a Czech town near the border with Poland.
Injured night heron returns to Prague after epic intercontinental journey
The bird suffered two broken legs last year and was rehabilitated at Prague's animal rescue station.
Ryanair relaunches direct flights from Prague to Málaga
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The low-cost carrier also recently announced new routes to Leicester and Tirana on its winter schedule.
Milada Horáková and other victims of communism remembered across Czechia today
The politician and freedom fighter was executed in Prague 73 years ago along with three other people following a communist show trial.
🎥 VIDEO: Meteor brighter than the moon exploded over Czechia last night
The rare type of meteor called a bolide might have left fragments on the ground, and scientists are calculating possible locations.
Drug prosecutions on the rise in Czechia, with higher online sales
Police last year seized CZK 2.5 billion in drugs, and noted a sharp increase in dealers using the Telegram social network.
News in brief for June 27: Petr Pavel – 'I regret ignorance during communist period'
Over 20 percent of employees plan pay-rise request, large military donations from Czechia to Ukraine, and other headlines to keep you up to speed.
Interest in mixed-use projects combining work, living, and socializing are growing in Czechia
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The latest trend in real estate is to have everything a resident needs within easy walking or biking distance.
First hotel in Prague earns EU eco-friendliness certification
Many tourists, especially from Western Europe, are interested in limiting the environmental impact of their travel.
News in brief for June 26: Greenpeace protestors interrupt ČEZ meeting
Extreme temps return to Czechia this week, elevator incident at Prague hospital leads to broken leg, and Kvitová wins in Berlin.
News in brief for June 24: Franz Kafka biopic to shoot in Prague this year
Top headlines for Czechia for Saturday, June 24, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
