DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Czechia marks International Roma Day with gala concert, exhibit, and legislation
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In Czechia, International Roma Day will be commemorated with several events, including a gala concert and the opening of an exhibition.
Report: Foreigners in Czechia still struggle with language barrier at hospitals
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The shortage of Czech medical professionals fluent in other languages can mean long waits and potential safety risks for foreigners needing urgent care.
Czech news in brief for April 8: Monday's top headlines
Despite the tropical weekend, in Czechia cool weather ahead, Czechia marks International Roma Day, and world media comments on Slovak election.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 tips for the week ahead in Czechia
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Welcome spring with festive lighting, take part in a conference on the gender pay gap, and more tips for the week ahead in Prague.
Direct flights from Prague to Beijing will resume from June
For the first time since 2020, direct flights between the Czech Republic and China will commence thanks to carrier Hainan Airlines.
Czech shops to close on all holidays? Ministry seeks extension of retail ban
While large Czech stores must currently only close on some holidays, the Labor Ministry has proposed extending the measure to all holidays.
Czech news in brief for April 7: Sunday's top headlines
Czech leaders congratulate Pellegrini on election win, high temperatures set records around Czechia, and more Sunday headlines.
Czech snowboarder Ester Ledecká awarded EU Athlete of the Year
Ledecká picked up the inaugural trophy for top EU athlete from the King and Queen of Spain at the country's National Sports Awards.
Legendary Prague deli closes after more than 100 years of operation
Lahůdky Zlatý kříž, which had served up open-faced sandwiches at Prague's Jungmannovo náměstí since 1916, has officially closed.
Czech news in brief for April 6: Saturday's top headlines
Pavel arrives in Rwanda for official visit, Slovaks vote in final round of presidential election, and more weekend headlines.
Tranquil, safe, but little English: Expats voice off on village living in Czechia
Expats commended lower living costs and access to nature, though cited poor public transport and a lack of infrastructure in Czech villages.
Roam free: T-Mobile slashes its data prices in non-EU countries
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Amid competition from eSIM offerings, the mobile phone carrier has reduced some of its data-package prices in countries worldwide by over 90 percent.
Czechia falls out of Europe's top 10 safest countries
The country still outranks Austria, Germany, Poland, and Norway when it comes to perceived resident safety.
Commuter alert: Major traffic restrictions in place due to Prague Half Marathon
With around 15,000 participants to run through the heart of Prague Saturday morning, several major roads will be closed to traffic and trams diverted.
Czech news in brief for April 5: Friday's top headlines
Czech president to visit Rwanda today, Zeman calls for Russian-Urkainian peace talks, and Prague Zoo organizes elephant farewell party.
Prague hospital cites staff negligence in patient-mix up that led to miscarriage
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Bulovka University Hospital said an employee failed to identify a case of mistaken identity that caused a healthy pregnant woman to miscarry.
Catch a wave with castle views this weekend in Prague
The Vlny Štvanice city surfing project is opening on Saturday, April 6, for the season with a day-long event centered on water fun.
