DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Weekly news recap: Ledecká triumphs, Pavel waves his pen, and activists disrupt art
Also this week in Czechia: Slovakia and Hungary say no to joining Czechia's ammo drive for Ukraine, Fiala talks energy, and more for March 18-22, 2024.
Laying it all bare: Naked Attraction dating show now casting for Czechia
The raunchy reality dating show, popular in the UK and Poland, sees contestants get naked in an effort to find a future partner.
Prague ferry services and historic tram lines return this weekend
Praguers will have a wider range of public-transport options to choose from in the next six months, including four extra ferry lines and new tram services.
Book World to spotlight leading literary names and Kafka this spring in Prague
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Running from May 23-26, the fair and literary festival will honor German authors and the 100th anniversary of Kafka's death.
Czech news in brief for March 22: Friday's top headlines
Kids' energy drink consumption on the rise, a Czech hockey legend enters politics, and protestors disrupt National Gallery opening season.
Czech café culture thrives as people turn away from pubs
Rising costs in food and – especially – beer have priced many people out of dining at pubs, leading many to visit cafés more often.
Prague's iconic Máj department store gets official opening date
The 11-floor, multi-purpose shopping center will feature over 17,000 square meters of retail, dining, and entertainment space after a two-year closure.
Czech news in brief for March 21: Thursday's top headlines
Cabinet approves minimum wage boost, Chamber calls Russia the greatest security threat, temps could jump to 18 degrees through the weekend.
Czechia's new health app displays vaccination records from 2023
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The app, which replaced the Tečka platform launched during Covid-19, is intended to alleviate the administrative burden associated with vaccination.
Czech hiking-biking trains roll out new routes to scenic destinations
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Cyclists can utilize bike-friendly buses and hiking trains designed for ease of access to the country's wide network of trail from Prague.
Happier than the US, UK, and France: Czechia in world's top 20 happiest countries
Czechia boasts the highest life satisfaction out of all CEE countries, and its under-30-year-olds are the happiest demographic overall.
Czech news in brief for March 20: Wednesday's top headlines
PM accuses opposition of endangering Czechia; Canada, Finland join Czech artillery initiative, and ticks more prevalent in parks than forests.
Vacation inflation: Where the weakening crown will cost you more this spring
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The crown has depreciated heavily against major world currencies in the past 12 months – but some destinations will be cheaper than last year.
Easter 2024 in Prague: Shop closings, transport disruptions, and what to do
Read more to find out what's open and what isn't during the Easter holiday, including museums' opening times and cultural events.
The price of sending a parcel with Czech Post is about to get higher
The cost of sending a parcel via the Balíkovna delivery service will go up, although the company offers a discount for registered customers.
Czech news in brief for March 19: Tuesday's top headlines
Belarusian opposition leader to visit Prague, Charles University ramps up arts faculty security, and Czechia awards Footballer of the Year.
EXPLAINED: Can job adverts in Czechia seek only native speakers?
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For companies, the line between asking for legitimate skills and unfairly discriminating against jobseekers is often blurred: we explain what the law says.
