Working in Czechia? New labor laws will change how you get hired, paid, and let go
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A wave of new labor laws, from longer probation to more flexible schedules, have just been approved. Here’s what’s changing and how it will impact you.
Sending letters in Czechia is getting pricier: Will they disappear altogether?
A Europe-wide analysis has shown that posting letters in Czechia has become even costlier than in Germany and Austria.
A large suburban home or Prague apartment: Which gets you a better deal today?
Spiraling housing costs in Czechia's capital paired with high demand are shifting the real estate market, prompting many to consider relocating.
Czech doctors, WHO warn: Alcohol kills 7,000 yearly—it's time to act
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Health leaders call for tighter booze laws, ad bans, and tax hikes as the Czech Republic faces one of the world’s worst drinking rates.
'Ghost jobs' in Czechia: What they are and how to spot them
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Job postings that don't even exist are becoming increasingly problematic, wasting people's time and fueling disenchantment with the labor market.
Prague ranks among Europe’s cheapest dining spots—unless you’re local
Visitors to the capital enjoy low restaurant prices, but Czechia's relatively poor purchasing power parity means that this may not be the case for locals.
Employees versus contractors in Czechia: Who gets the better deal?
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We offer a comprehensive overview of Czechia's different work contracts, which each have different effects on job security, taxes, and rights.
Czechia’s benzene disaster explained: What happened and what’s next
Czechia has declared a state of emergency after a train derailed, causing the world's largest benzene contamination.
The EU's new AI law comes into force: What does it mean for Czechia?
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Large companies will now face high financial penalties for misusing AI, but some experts warn that the EU is hindering innovation and investment.
From today, all doctors in Czechia can prescribe medicinal cannabis
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In a further step to liberalize marijuana legislation, patients will also receive a three-month supply of the medicine, rather than just one.
Workplace bullying in Czechia: How to spot, report, and get help
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An English-friendly, confidential resource helps you report mistreatment in the office anonymously, with experts advising on how to spot red flags.
Renters in Czechia face surging service costs and hidden fees from landlords
Real estate experts urge landlords to list costs for rent and service fees separately, clearly stating which services tenants' deposits cover.
Brno Airport will double its routes this spring: Where can you go?
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Flying from Brno may save you some money compared with Prague Airport as Czechia's second-biggest city eyes a broader European appeal.
New poetry jukebox on Prague's Wenceslas Square offers echoes of the past
The Czech new Poesiomat will play recordings from some of the country's most famous political and cultural figures in the past century.
Navigating Czechia gets easier with English-friendly Mapy.cz revamp
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Changing to Mapy.com, the navigation site will newly offer full English translations and also other languages, as well as add new features.
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia is backtracking on its plans to limit Airbnb
The party that had suggested the idea is no longer in government, and many politicians believe the new regulation would breach data privacy.
Prague's main bus station may soon move: Here's why
Increasing congestion around the area and delays to train travel may reshape how the capital's main bus terminal will operate in the coming years.
