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5 acclaimed new Czech documentaries you can stream right now
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Stream (or catch in cinemas) new and award-winning Czech documentaries from the Ji.hlava Film Festival (with subtitles) until Nov. 12.
TELL US: Where do you do your grocery shopping in Czechia?
Out of the many options out there, we want to know where our readers shop and the factors behind their decisions. Does Czechia have a ‘best’ supermarket?
Kofola’s rum-flavored Christmas edition leaves a bitter taste with health officials
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Despite being non-alcoholic, the new, limited-edition drink has sparked controversy for sending a negative message to kids.
Prague's Christian, Muslim, and Jewish leaders to pray for peace amid Israel-Hamas war
The event will take place today at the Church of St. Salvator near Charles Bridge; faith leaders encourage public attendance.
Meta rolls out paid plans: How much will ad-free Facebook and Instagram cost in Czechia?
Due to new EU advertising regulations, the owner of Facebook and Instagram has launched ad-free versions of the social media sites.
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Czech news in brief for October 31: Tuesday's top headlines
US senator is charged with intended child sex tourism in Prague, surge in cars thefts in Czechia, and more top headlines for Oct. 31, 2023
Ahead of the curve: Construction completed on Zaha Hadid buildings in Prague
Further work is set to change the appearance of Masaryk railway station and transform the roads surrounding it.
Get in gear! Czechia’s winter tire deadline is Nov. 1
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Czech traffic law stipulates that you need to drive with winter tires if snow, frost, or ice are found on roads.
All Souls’ Day costs reach deathly new heights in Czechia
Due to rising flower and candle prices, Nov. 2 will set back Czechs far more than last year. However, per person, Halloween remains more expensive.
Sixty percent of Czech employers plan to raise wages next year
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Amid decelerating inflation, this should mark the first increase in real wages since the middle of 2021.
Czech news in brief for October 30: Monday's top headlines
Czech PM to meet with Volkswagen CEO for gigafactory talks today, a windy week ahead for Czechia and more top headlines for Oct. 30, 2023.
From a mezzo-soprano to a mountain climber: Inspirational Czechs awarded at Prague Castle
A who's who of Czech heroes, sport stars, culture figures, and innovators convened at Prague Castle to be decorated by Czech president Petr Pavel.
Czech defense minister calls for withdrawal from UN over Israel resolution
Jana Černochová called for the withdrawal over the UN's resolution supporting a humanitarian ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.
Czech news in brief for October 29: Sunday's top headlines
President awards 62 recipients at Prague Castle ceremony, Defense Minister calls for withdrawal from UN, and more top headlines for Oct. 29, 2023.
One city, three traditions: Prague honors the dead with diversity this week
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Whether you observe one or all, here's an overview of events slated for this week as Prague gets ready to embrace death with a vibrant show of life.
Stinky cheese and tripe soup: 50 classic Czech foods loathed by foreigners
TasteAtlas has released a ranking of the traditional Czech foods that its readers rated a little hard to stomach.
105 years ago a new country emerged in Central Europe
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Today ceremonies take place in Prague and beyond to honor the establishment of the independent Czechoslovak Republic. What does all the fanfare mean?
