Special Online Edition of ‘Das Filmfest’ German Film Festival Coming In February
A captivating mix of comedy, drama and romance: a selection of German-language films will be screened online via DAFilms in February. A documentary following the art of traditional bread making,…
Summary: Coronavirus Developments in the Czech Republic This Week
Updates to the PES system will be discussed on Monday, Germany will treat the Czech Republic as a high-risk country from Sunday, and the government is considering the need to…
State of Emergency Extended To February 14th; Debate Marred By Fight In Chamber
Yesterday, the Chamber of Deputies agreed to extend the state of emergency until February 14th, a week less than the cabinet’s request for another 30 days. The current state of…
Parliament Approves Mandatory Minimum Quotas for Czech Food In Shops
Czech stores over 400 square meters will need to stock at least 55% of certain foodstuffs produced in the Czech Republic, beginning from 2022. The aim is to improve the…
Obligatory Integration Courses For Foreigners: What You Need To Know
Foreigners who have been issued long-term residence permits in the Czech Republic from January 1st or thereafter must complete the integration course. In the case of failure to complete the…
Vaccination of Over 80s Available Without Registration in South Moravia
The South Moravian Region has reported the first phase of vaccination against COVID-19 in residential social facilities. Vaccinations are being administered with support from mobile vaccination teams and regional hospitals.…
Immigration Office in Brno Reopens With Improvements
The new office of the Ministry of Interior in Brno opened this Monday after relocation to Tuřanka, with some key improvements, including faster issuing of documents, several waiting rooms and…
Jan Palach Died 52 Years Ago Today, His Legacy Still With Us
January 19th marks the commemoration of the eternal symbol of Czech national resistance, Jan Palach. His legacy continues to live with us, 52 years after his self-immolation in Wenceslas Square…
Winter Swimming: A Growing Trend in the Czech Republic
Despite freezing temperatures, many Czechs enjoy taking a dip in winter, and the benefits which it brings. Soldiers from the Czech Army have shared photos of their experiences swimming in…
Škoda Auto Withdraws Sponsorship For Ice Hockey World Championships in Belarus
The Czech carmaker Škoda Auto has announced that it will not sponsor this year's Ice Hockey World Championships, part of which are due to be held in Belarus, due to…