OPINION: Vietnamec or večerka? Why what we call the corner store matters
A new campaign asks people to avoid labeling businesses based on the owner’s nationality. Czechia responded with mixed views on the subject.
Czech law fails to protect vulnerable groups against hate crimes
An open letter accuses the government of not protecting certain demographics in Czechia – such as LGBTQ people – from discrimination-based violence.
Government tackles anti-Ukrainian disinformation in Roma communities
Following recent Ukrainian-Roma tensions in Czechia, the government will focus on fact-based methods to end potential conflicts.
Ethnic tensions flare in Brno after murder of 23-year-old Roma
The perpetrator is said to be Ukrainian, and a small protest yesterday in Brno led to a separate attack on two Ukrainians.
EXPAT VOICES: Foreigners in Czechia hope new president will promote inclusivity, lead with dignity
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Our recent survey had a multitude of responses, many of which revolved around Pavel better representing Czechia on the world stage.
Petition calls for ban on Three Kings blackface in Czechia
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By tradition, one of the Three Kings is depicted as black, and for years the parade in Prague has used a person in dark makeup.
Anger grows as Czech football hit by yet another racism row
The latest allegations follow a string of incidents which have highlighted Czech football’s persistent problems with racism.
Will the Czech Republic's Roma prejudice ever disappear?
Attitudes towards the Roma community in the Czech Republic are improving but prejudice remains a significant obstacle.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 18, 2021
President promised two government-forming attempts to ANO, incoming cabinet wants reduced budget deficit, half of Czechs support SPOLU-led government.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 6, 2021
ANO party stands by PM Babiš, MPs' salary freeze approved by Chamber of Deputies, initiative calls for selection of female candidates.
Czech Foreign Minister demands Scottish Football Association apologize for racism claims
Czech Foreign Minister Jakub Kulhánek summoned British Ambassador Nick Archer to discuss allegations of racism levelled at Sparta Prague fans.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for October 4, 2021
Babiš urged to respond to Pandora Papers allegations, ANO and ODS reject coalition possibility, Senate may make official enquiries about Zeman's health.
Czech morning news in brief: Top headlines for September 24, 2021
Klaus returns to Prague Central Military Hospital, Foreign Minister urges international cooperation, Sparta Prague football club fined again over racism.
Sparta bans fans from matches following Czech football's latest racism scandal
During Sparta Prague’s Champion League match with Monaco last Tuesday, Monaco accused Sparta fans of aiming racist remarks at its striker.
'Times have changed': Czech celebrity impersonation show bans blackface
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The local edition of the Spanish hit 'Your Face Sounds Familiar' has long faced criticism for it performers' racial transformations.
