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5/29/2025, 7:43:45 AM

The Czech government has formally accused China of orchestrating a prolonged cyberattack targeting the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The announcement marks a significant escalation in cyber diplomacy and comes amid wider European concerns about foreign interference. Here’s what’s known so far—and how it could impact Czechia’s foreign relations. expats.cz/r/czjug

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5/28/2025, 9:53:42 AM

Prague’s main train station, Hlavní nádraží, is set for a sweeping transformation that will reshape both the look and function of the country’s busiest transport hub, city planners announced this week. expats.cz/r/mzuax

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6/5/2025, 8:15:23 AM

The Karlovy Vary International Film Festival (KVIFF) has announced the official selection for its 59th edition, showcasing a sweeping slate of world premieres from around the globe—while preparing for its first festival without longtime president Jiří Bartoška, who died earlier this year. expats.cz/r/gytfz

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5/29/2025, 9:33:24 AM

As political pressures and funding cuts mount for American researchers under the Trump administration, Charles University in Prague is positioning itself as a refuge for U.S. academics seeking stability and freedom to pursue their work. expats.cz/r/mviwc

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5/27/2025, 11:19:47 AM

With Pride month just days away, Czechia has joined 15 other EU member states in expressing “deep concern” over Hungary’s recent laws targeting the LGBTQ+ community. The joint statement reflects growing alarm in Prague and other capitals about measures seen as violations of core EU values. expats.cz/r/mqlqt

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6/4/2025, 9:10:05 AM

The Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has downgraded its growth forecast for Czechia, reflecting mounting global trade tensions, domestic economic uncertainties, and weakening national and international investment. expats.cz/r/qqqqm

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6/9/2025, 10:28:40 AM

From striking sunsets to shopping that supports Ukraine, here's you're to-do list in Prague and Czechia for the week of June 9-15. expats.cz/r/iorsp

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6/6/2025, 8:12:27 AM

The Labubu collectible toy craze, which has sparked shopping frenzies in cities worldwide, is also taking hold in the Czech Republic, where beverage bistros Bubblify report extreme interest in the furry figures. expats.cz/r/ptnah

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5/27/2025, 2:08:32 PM

For the first time ever, euthanasia will take center stage in Czech politics ahead of the upcoming parliamentary elections. The Mayors and Independents party (STAN) has included a proposal in its election platform to submit legislation to the Chamber of Deputies that would legalize assisted dying—allowing patients to request medical termination of life. expats.cz/r/fsybx

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5/23/2025, 11:16:22 AM

Prague city councillors have issued a formal appeal to the Czech Chamber of Deputies to pass new legislation aimed at curbing unregulated tourist accommodation in residential buildings, warning that unchecked short-term letting is hollowing out the city centre and straining essential services. expats.cz/r/xkivs