DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Czechia abstains from vote on EU migration pact: What's next?
Although the government supports the context of the migration pact, it has concerns over border security and the ease at which migrants may claim asylum.
Bloomberg: Living standards in Czechia will soon surpass Spain, Italy
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Czechia's impressively rising GDP per capita at purchasing power parity should see it overtake the Mediterranean countries by the end of the decade.
Czech news in brief for May 9: Thursday's top headlines
Czech officials call for more aid to Ukraine on WWII anniversary, showers ahead this weekend in Czechia, mortgage rates fell to 5.5 percent.
2024 Ice Hockey World Championship in Czechia: Everything you need to know
Almost 1 million ice hockey fans will descend upon host cities Prague and Ostrava for over two weeks – here's the latest on ticketing, transport, and more.
Why are young people in Czechia paying double the rent of Western European peers?
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Relative to average gross monthly salaries, Czechia's under 35-year-olds pay much more than young adults in Germany, Austria, or France.
Market watch: What are Czechia's most popular stocks to invest in?
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US tech giants are the most investable stocks in Czechia, though the strongly performing Prague Stock Exchange makes Czech firms good investment choices.
Czech news in brief for May 8: Wednesday's top headlines
Czechia honors end of World War II today, body found in Vltava confirmed as missing tourist, and th new Czech Hockey Hall of Fame opens today.
Prague tourists must pay to ride famed paternoster from this summer
Last year, the city announced plans to charge a fee due to an influx of tourists; it has now announced how much it'll cost to ride the rare elevator.
Czech court abolishes mandatory surgery requirement for legal gender change
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In a landmark decision, the Constitutional Court ruled that mandating surgery and sterilization for official gender changes violates human dignity.
Czech news in brief for May 7: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech court to rule on gender-change surgery today, decision on Anděl metro sculpture postponed, and Czech priest apprehend with weapons at Vatican.
Major PID Lítačka upgrade makes it easier to plan journeys in Prague
The app update sees walking, cycling (as well as shared bikes), driving, carsharing, and many more features incorporated into its new search function.
PHOTO GALLERY: Interactive Prague Uprising monument planned for Bubeneč square
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Featuring a trumpter with a golden talking head and a walkable green roof, the monument is designed to embody freedom of expression and democracy.
Nazi flag waved at Pilsen Liberation Festival sparks outcry
Police have identified two people behind the offence, which took place during a military convoy that celebrated Czechia's freedom from Nazi occupiers.
Police find lifeless body on Vltava believed to be missing Brit
A British holidaymaker jumped off a party boat over a week ago and had not been seen since.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news and tips for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for May 6: Monday's top headlines
Czech ambassador recalled from Putin's inauguration, Czech trade unions to protest in Prague on May 21, and more Monday headlines.
Famed primatologist Jane Goodall to visit Prague, baptize baby gorilla
Later this week, renowned primatologist and conservationist Jane Goodall will visit Prague Zoo to baptize the zoo's baby gorilla and deliver a lecture
