Czech news in brief for May 31: Army Chief of Staff doubles down on NATO-Russia conflict claims
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Wednesday, May 31, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Prague Airport flying high with profit of almost CZK 300 million last year
Almost 11 million people used the airport in 2022, twice as many as the previous year.
FlixBus ditches open seating for mandatory reservations
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Passengers will now be randomly assigned a seat with no extra charge to avoid awkward situations of reserved seats already being occupied.
Construction of Prague's metro D line to bring three-year street closure
A section of the large Na Strži Street in Prague 4 will close, causing diversions to buses and road traffic.
Prague trams will have a new voice from Monday
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Dagmar Hazdrová, the voice of Prague's trams for the past 25 years, will be replaced by actor Jan Vondráček as of tomorrow.
Harsher fines and driving at 17: Czech traffic laws to change
The changes affect the point penalty system, increase cash fines for many offenses, and lower driving the age.
Prague's first trolleybus line in 50 years goes into operation
A 12-kilometer long track from Palmovka to Čakovice has been completed, and Prague's first trolleybus since 1972 is now in operation.
Prague tram parade celebrates 60 years of the iconic Tatra T3
This Sunday, November 20, a parade of historic T3 trams through Prague's city center will commemorate 60 years of the iconic Tatra vehicles.
High-speed rail line connecting Czechia with other EU capitals a 'priority'
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EU transport ministers meet today in Prague to discuss boosting the trans-European rail network system.
Rail fares to increase by more than 15 percent in Czechia
České dráhy, the national rail carrier, has said that the changes will come into effect on Dec. 11.
Prague 5 has city's smelliest public transport passengers, says new survey
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Only about half of Prague's public transport passengers shower daily, according to a new Ipsos survey about the Czech capital's cleaning habits.
A Czech taxi company is promising a safer ride to the airport
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Prague’s family-friendly taxi service not only shuttles kids to school but gets families to or from the airport with minimal fuss.
Prague Airport ranks among Europe's 10 top-rated airports
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Going by average Google user reviews, Prague's Václav Havel Airport comes in at number eight among European airports, while Athens takes the top spot.
Czech Republic sees rise in number of accidents involving e-scooters
Accidents involving e-scooters in Czech cities have seen an increase this year, according to local emergency room physicians.
These are the most annoying passengers you meet on Prague public transport
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A new campaign wants to enforce public transport etiquette by introducing do's and don'ts via distinct passenger profiles.
Mercedes is launching a new electric luxury car on the Czech market
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The German car-making giant is introducing an electric model bringing eco-friendly transport to new heights of elegance.
From mountains to national parks: Czechs share their favorite summer destinations
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Twenty plus tips for where to camp out, hang out, and chill out from Czechs who love to travel.
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