In Brief: Czech Health Minister Tests Positive for Covid-19
On Sunday morning, Czech Health Minister Adam Vojtech announced that he had tested positive for Covid-19. His condition is mild and he will continue working from home. He made the…
Fiala Appointed Czech Prime Minister; New Government To Take Office in Mid-December
Petr Fiala (ODS) has been formally appointed as the new Prime Minister of the Czech Republic by president Milos Zeman. Photo: Petr Fiala via Twitter. Czech Rep, Nov 28 (BD)…
Brno Student Wins National Award For Thesis On The Circular Economy
A student from Brno has won an award for the most interesting thesis in the Czech Republic. The thesis focuses on the circular economy, and what factors should be considered…
In Brief: Covid-19 Stops Christmas Markets, But Rohlik.cz Steps In To Help Traders
On Friday morning, online delivery company offered to help small and medium-sized producers continue trading, after the disputed closure of the Christmas markets. Credit: KK / BD. Czech Rep, Nov…
Winter Road Maintenance Starts In South Moravia
Expansive road maintenance is underway by the South Moravian Road Management and Maintenance Agency (SÚS - JMK) during this winter period. Credit: JMK. South Moravia, Nov 25 (BD) - The…
In Brief: No Christmas Markets But Christmas Trams Will Start Running From Today
The Christmas markets are closed due to the worsening epidemic situation. However, Christmas is coming, and three illuminated Christmas trams will bring festive cheer to the cold, snowy city of…
Ten Years Without Václav Havel, Czech Republic’s First President and Democratic Icon
To commemorate ten years since the death of President Václav Havel, an event "10 years without " will be organized in Prague on December 18th. Credit: 10 let bez V.…
State of Emergency Declared From Midnight, Sweeping New Measures From Tomorrow
Due to the deterioration of the epidemic situation, the government has declared a state of emergency, to be in force from midnight tonight. New measures will come into force tomorrow…
Online Shopping Has Boomed Over The Last Two Years
A new study from the Czech Statistical Agency (CZSO) has revealed the huge growth of online shopping in the last two years. Credit: Freepik. Czech Rep, Nov 24 (BD) - In…
Government Approves CZK 1,000 Per Day Compensation For Businesses Affected By Pandemic Measures
As of November 22nd, the government will be providing up to CZK 1,000 per day compensation for small businesses and the self-employed. Credit: Freepik. Czech Rep, Nov 25 (BD) - A…