Czech news in brief for November 17: Sunday's top headlines
Rain and snow expected in Czechia on Sunday, new Olomouc plaque honors Velvet Revolution figure, and more weekend headlines.
Prague's Florenc area set for major transformation with new competition
International teams will vie for architectural design of four city blocks as the area around Prague's Florenc bus station nears a major redevelopment.
Pro-Palestinian protesters force Czech Foreign Minister to halt London talk
Jan Lipavský exited a lecture at University College London as chants of “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free” disrupted the event.
Czech news in brief for November 16: Saturday's top headlines
Czech tennis team to face Poland in Billie Jean King Cup, Czech minister awards medal to Ukrainian envoy, and more weekend headlines.
A rattling stat? Prague has five rats for every resident
The capital is infested with rodents as experts advise the public on how to appropriately deal with the whiskered pests.
KFC unveils its first European flagship on Prague’s Wenceslas Square
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Only the fifth flagship branch in the world, the restaurant will feature QR-code table ordering, two levels, merchandise, and more.
Low wages, high living costs driving skilled foreign workers out of Czechia
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Nearly a quarter of foreigner workers leave Czechia within two years after they arrive, according to Interior Minister Vít Rakušan.
Czech news in brief for November 15: Friday's top headlines
Rubio as Secretary of State would benefit Czechia, says Lipavský, Czechia faces EU action over energy and climate plan delay, and a warm weekend ahead.
Metal legends amp up for a thunderous lineup at Rock for People 2025
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One of Czechia's best-known and most-popular festivals has announced a star-studded line-up for next summer, including multiple Grammy winners.
Coca-Cola announces when famed Christmas truck will pass through Prague
The massive American drinks producer will, with its iconic truck, aim to support community goodwill initiatives and support charities.
Czechia maintains strong English skills as proficiency declines across EU
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The country improved by one place compared to last year's EF report, with comparable results to the Philippines, Lithuania, and Serbia.
Czech news in brief for November 14: Thursday's top headlines
Czech President not planning call with Trump, govt. approves harsher penalties for hate crimes, and university climate strikes begin in Czech cities.
Nov. 17 in Czechia: What's open and where can you enjoy free admission?
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Czechia remembers the Velvet Revolution this Sunday, which will be a public holiday—we explain what's open, closed, and free.
Small Czech town now home to Toyota's largest logistics hub in whole Europe
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The multinational firm will serve the whole Central Europe region in an effort to shorten vehicle delivery times and increase production.
Czech purchasing power drops for the first time in four years
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On average, Czechs can afford less than last year, their purchasing power falling mainly due to the weakening crown against the euro.
Czech news in brief for November 13: Wednesday's top headlines
Czech PM to speak at COP29 today, snowfall expected in Central Bohemia today, and Czech students excel in digital literacy.
Prague piles up clothes outside shopping mall to highlight fast-fashion crisis
The eye-catching display served as a stark reminder of the challenges cities face in managing discarded clothing.
