Czech news in brief for January 8: Wednesday's top headlines
Czech Senate to open first session in January, Jagr becomes oldest scorer in Czech hockey league, and Czech breweries clarify beer exports to Russia.
Czech firms plan to hire more in 2025, but struggle to find qualified workers
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Companies say they will hire more than fire in the coming 12 months, but a shortage of skilled labor poses issues for the country's job market.
Czech interest rates won't drop sharply: What this means for the economy
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In a revealing interview, the governor of the Czech National Bank said that ultra-low rates of a decade ago were a 'mistake'—and won't be repeated.
Germany and Czechia supply the most beer to Russia, despite sanctions
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A Polish report criticized Czech breweries for putting profits over ethical concerns as the country continues to supply the aggressor with beer.
Czech news in brief for January 7: Tuesday's top headlines
Czechia meets defense spending commitment, prioritization of languages over math sparks concern, and flu cases expected to rise in Czechia.
Czech firm launches multi-million-euro ag-tech fund
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The agriculture-tech firm, which will work with one of Europe's largest fertilizer producers, wants to become a leading player in EU agriculture.
Freelancers in Czechia: You have four days left to register for the flat-rate tax
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The flat-rate system simplifies monthly insurance contributions and removes the need for a tax return—but is it worth it for you?
Czech news in brief for January 6: Monday's top headlines
Icy conditions still impacting Czechia, police officer killed in crash on D5 highway, and Wimbledon champ pulls out of Australian Open.
Prague Airport suspends operations due to freezing rain
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A spokesperson said flights would resume later this evening and encouraged passengers to monitor the airport site for updates.
Czechia reveals action plan for upcoming EU migration pact
Today, the country has one of the lowest rates of asylum applications per capita in the European Union, with 1,397 applications filed in 2023.
Two Prague metro stations close for year-long renovations Monday
Closures of metro stations at Českomoravská and Pankrác will bring changes to Monday-morning commutes.
Czech news in brief for January 5: Sunday's top headlines
Czech president receives 426 pardon requests in five months, crown shouldn't fall below 25 CZK/EUR in 2025, and Czech expedition team leaves for Antarctic.
Politician's genetics remarks—a painful reminder of Czechia's segregation problem
A politician's claim that "genetic predisposition" makes Roma children unsuitable for non-segregated schools has been dismissed as harmful.
Prague-set novel earns spot on BBC's best books of 2024 list
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Helen Oyeyemi’s “vast and enigmatic” Parasol against the Axe has landed on the prestigious list alongside Sally Rooney and Olga Tokarczuk.
Czech news in brief for January 4: Saturday's top headlines
Three Kings' procession passes through Prague, thousands register online for unemployment, and a dangerous fugitive escapes Prague asylum.
Same-sex partnership law takes effect in Czechia: What are your rights as a foreigner?
Czechia's new same-sex partnership amendment will impact expats, too. Got questions? This overview of the new rules can help.
Czech news in brief for January 3: Friday's top headlines
Ice and snow warnings issued for Czechia Friday morning, crown weakest against dollar in two years, and Prague Lidl outlet opens to long lines.
