DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Czechia moves to make egg donations safer for women
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The country is a hub for foreign women coming to receive IVF treatment – now, the government wants to make it less risky and profit-driven.
Ministry clashes with municipalities over pupils' phone use in schools
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The state has said that schools are free to make and introduce their own rules without input needed from local government.
WEEKEND PHOTOS: Prague turns multi-colored amid climax of Prague Pride
Tens of thousands of attendees walked through the streets of central Prague to celebrate LGBTQ+ inclusion – many attended workshops and other events.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
Your quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for August 12: Monday's top headlines
Prague Pride activists push for equality, some 70,000 visit Olympics festival in Most, and Perseids to peak in Czechia Monday and Tuesdsay.
New animal species are appearing in Czechia's Krkonoše mountains
Yellow sac spiders and praying mantises have been recorded in the area for the first time, and the European moose has also reappeared.
60,000 participate in 2024 Prague Pride parade through Czech capital
Despite increased security measures, police reported no major incidents at the annual event, which drew about the same number of people as last year.
Czech news in brief for August 11: Sunday's top headlines
Fuksa and Ogrodníková to carry Czech flag at Olympic closing ceremony, Hundreds take part in annual hike to Sněžka, and more weekend headlines.
Kayaker Dostál wins Czechia's third gold medal at 2024 Paris Olympics
With his victory in the men’s kayak single 1000m, Josef Dostál completes his collection following silver and bronze medals from previous Olympic Games.
Prague police investigating negligence in case of man killed by fallen cornice
The victim of the freak accident that occurred in Prague on Thursday has been identified as a 46-year-old man and father of three from Ukraine.
Prague's new bus stop request system gets off to a bumpy start
The decision to make all bus stops on the Prague and Central Bohemia network 'request stops' has confused and concered many, especially older travelers.
Czech news in brief for August 10: Saturday's top headlines
Fennec fox safely returned to Prague Zoo, Czech Labour Ministry fined for Christmas party, and more weekend headlines.
Czechia claims its second gold at 2024 Paris Olympics with record-breaking win
Seasoned canoeist Martin Fuksa won his first Olympics medal on his third attempt, also breaking the Olympic record for the 1,000-meter C1 race.
Remember Dukla Prague away kits? Visit FK Dukla and learn Czech football history
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Go behind the scenes of a historic – and currently rebounding – Czech army-owned Prague football team at its Juliska home.
White House invites Americans abroad to weigh in on issues that matter
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A news initiative asks US citizens living abroad to take a survey designed to gather input on key issues.
Suspicious luggage discovered at Prague Airport prompts evacuation
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The incident comes on the heels of a separate security scare in Austria which saw the cancelation of three sold-out Taylor Swift concerts in Vienna.
Czech news in brief for August 9: Friday's top headlines
Czech Foreign Ministry advises caution in Austria, suspicous baggage discovered at Prague Airport, Lazarská Street building owners liable for maintenance.
