News in brief for June 18: Heatwave to hit the Czech Republic this week
Plus: Czech president to visit the United States in September, Police charge man in South Bohemia machete attack, and more weekend headlines.
News in brief for June 17: Czechia prepares for Euro 2024 qualifying match
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Saturday, June 17, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
A growing online community is supporting expat fathers in Czechia
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From custody questions to play dates, 'Dads in Prague' helps fathers navigate daily life in Czechia with a child.
WEEKLY QUIZ: Do you know your Czech palaces, castles, and chateaus? Test yourself!
Summer is the best time of the year to explore the historic fortifications and fairy-tale palaces in one of Europe's most castle-dense nations.
Prague holds onto its crown as Czechia's most livable haven – do you agree?
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The Czech capital was praised for its healthcare and education but needs to improve in environmental and security aspects.
News in brief for June 16: Czechia 'not doing enough' to tackle political corruption, EU report says
EU inflation slows, a special mushroom map released, President Pavel largely trusted, and more in our daily news feed.
Czech audio-visual projects get a record EUR 10 million in EU support
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Film and TV projects, festivals, online distribution and cinemas all received help from the European Commission's Creative Europe program.
Prague Airport commits to better currency exchange rates for travelers
In a bid to improve its overall service, the airport will introduce a type of cap that prohibits grossly unfair exchange rates.
Petr Pavel evaluates his first 100 days: Czechia is 'on the right path'
Pavel gave an overview of his actions in the last three months, such as improving Czech foreign relations and ensuring better state-public communication.
Summer sizzler in Czechia: Temperatures to soar above 25 degrees
Thunderstorms are expected in isolated places this weekend, with increasing chances next week.
Czech wines shine in New York competition that supports global causes
A total of 166 wines from Moravia earned medals in the international contest, accounting for over 20 percent of all winners.
Czech government to ask European Commission for CZK 137 billion loan
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Part of the country's National Recovery Plan, the loan and other EU grants aim to bolster Czechia's economy.
News in brief for June 15: Czech Olympic Committee calls for Russian athletes to sign affidavit before 2024 Olympics
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Thursday, June 15, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Google Maps launches immersive AI models of iconic Prague monuments
Photos and live data are used to show Prague Castle, Old Town Square and other sites as they would look in real time, including the weather.
Prague protest to demand urgent action against sexual and domestic violence
Protesters have routinely called for a new legal definition of rape and for Czechia's ratification of the Istanbul Convention. Neither has happened yet.
Prague Municipal Court rules against parking on the sidewalk
Two recent rulings found that the districts broke the law when they took away part of the sidewalks from local pedestrians.
New Czech law permits parents to stay with hospitalized children
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If the child is under the age of six, the health insurance company will also cover the parents' stay.
