The Czech Republic, famous for its beer culture, is seeing a shift in pub culture. Rising costs and changing customer habits are forcing traditional pubs to adapt. The price of a pint in the Czech Republic is expected to climb above 100 CZK. However, pubs that weathered the recent crisis are unlikely to go out of business entirely. Following the January tax hike, nearly two-thirds of Czech restaurants raised draft beer prices. Increases varied, ranging from 3 to 10 crowns per pint. Despite this, fears of widespread closures have subsided in the gastronomy sector. In recent years, many classic pubs and “fours” (pubs focused on cheap beer and spirits) have disappeared. The decline is attributed to a shift in social habits. The days of after-work pints with colleagues seem to be fading. “We used to get a bunch of regulars every afternoon,” says Stanislav Petřík, a 50-year-old bartender. “They’d all have several beers and a nightcap. That was a steady income. Now they’re gone, due to age or tighter budgets.” Luboš Kastner, a board member of the Association of Small and Medium Enterprises, suggests a new business model for rural pubs. This could involve limited hours or weekend-only operations, especially...
The Czech Republic’s consumer price inflation eased more-than-expected in February to the lowest level in more than five years, largely due to a decline in food costs, data from the Czech Statistical Office showed on Monday. Consumer prices climbed 2.0 percent year-over-year in February, slower than the 2.3 percent rise in January. Economists had expected inflation to moderate slightly to 2.2 percent. Further, this was the weakest inflation since December 2018, when prices had risen by the same 2.0 percent. Prices for food and non-alcoholic beverages dropped 4.8 percent annually in February. Clothing and footwear charges were 5.8 percent more expensive in February, slightly below the 5.9 percent surge in January. Meanwhile, transport charges rose at a faster pace of 1.1 percent versus a 0.4 percent increase a month ago. On a monthly basis, consumer prices moved up 0.3 percent in February, versus an expected increase of 0.4 percent. Year-on-year inflation has been gradually decreasing over the last year, with the exception of October when it rose again slightly. Last February, inflation was at 16.7 percent.
To mark the 25th anniversary of the Czech Republic joining NATO, the Czech Air Force will stage a flyover over Prague on Tuesday. Six aircraft, comprising two formations flying in quick succession, will fly above the capital at 10:30 AM. Three JAS-39 Gripen fighters will depart from Čáslav Air Base, while Germany will contribute two Eurofighter Typhoons and an Airbus A-400M Atlas transport plane. This event coincides with former U.S. President Bill Clinton’s visit to Prague, where he will attend a security conference on Tuesday. Look up around 10:30 a.m. At about 10:20 a.m., the aircraft will take off in South Bohemia, forming a symbolic V-shape before continuing along the Vltava River. At approximately 10:30 a.m., the formation will fly over Prague about 200 meters above ground level. According to the Czech army, the jets will fly directly over Charles Bridge. They will then turn east and return to their respective bases. “Determining the flight path over Prague involved balancing safety with offering an exciting spectacle for the public,” explained Michal Daněk from the Air Force Headquarters. “We opted for an altitude that prioritizes safety while ensuring a visually impressive display.” Extensive planning preceded the event, including route selection, noise...
Young people in the Czech Republic are more tolerant of ethnic and national minorities than they were in 2020, and perceive the social exclusion of minority groups, which they believe politicians should address, said Sona Polak from the Culture Ministry, speaking to CTK. The findings came from research by the Czech Council for Children and Youth (CRDM), which surveyed 1,000 respondents aged 15 to 29. The survey focused on young people’s attitudes towards various ethnic, national, religious or sexual minorities. According to the poll, 44% of respondents would be bothered by having a Roma as a neighbour, and around a third said the same of Muslims and immigrants in general. The percentage of young people who would rather distance themselves from Roma people has decreased by 14 percentage points since the last survey; the figure has dropped by 18 percentage points for Muslims and 13 percent for immigrants in general, according to the survey. According to the survey, young people perceive the social exclusion of minorities as an issue. The largest number (64%) perceive the exclusion of former prisoners or juvenile delinquents, while 61% of respondents perceive the exclusion of immigrants and foreign workers. The respondents also perceived problems for...
Czechs have a lot of sayings and some about themselves. Here are 3 of them and we will not only explain what they mean but also where they come from. Golden Czech Hands (Zlaté české ručičky) Zlaté české ručičky or Golden Czech Hands refers to the ability of the Czech people to make anything themselves. Need electricity installed in your house? No problem, the uncle can do it! Need some furniture built? Don’t call the professionals, we will figure it out! This illustrates the attitude many Czechs have towards making things they need instead of leaving it to the professionals. Not that they would distrust them, this habit comes from the 40 years of communism where even simple things were scarce and people had to figure things out on their own. We are talking about relatively recent times which many Czechs still remember so they are not only used to making things themselves but are also really good at it. Every Czech is a musician (Co Čech to muzikant) Czech festivities have always been accompanied by lots of music. Previously no professional bands were being hired, the village people were always responsible for this irreplaceable part of every...
NATO troops could carry out support activities directly on Ukrainian territory as this would not violate any international rules, Czech President Petr Pavel said in an interview for Czech Television. Pavel’s comments about further support for Ukraine during his interview on Friday came just days after he met with French President Emmanuel Macron, who recently broached the subject of sending Western troops to Ukraine. According to Pavel, there must be a clear distinction between deploying combat troops and possibly involving troops in some “support” activities with which NATO already has experience. “It should be remembered that after the annexation of Crimea and the occupation of part of Donbas, which was essentially an aggression, albeit on a much smaller scale than today, a NATO training mission was operating on Ukrainian territory, which at one time included more than 15 countries and numbered around 1,000 people,” Pavel, the former head of NATO’s Military Committee, recalled. “From the point of view of international law and the UN Charter, there would be nothing to prevent NATO member states’ troops – as well as civilians, for example – from assisting in the work in Ukraine,” Pavel stressed. Asked whether he would support the involvement of...
Einstein’s years in Prague are an important milestone in the life of this important researcher and philosopher. In Prague, Albert Einstein found – according to his own writings – the necessary composure to give the basic thought of the general theory of relativity (1908) a more definite shape. It was in Prague that Einstein came up with the idea of gravitational lensing, the concept that the pull of stars, planets and other astronomical objects would distort light rays. That idea — tool — is now central to modern astronomy, used to determine, for example, how much dark matter is hovering around clusters of galaxies. Although Einstein had yet to conjure up a dynamical theory of space-time, it was his prediction of gravitational lensing that would demonstrate the theory’s chops in 1919, when physicist Arthur Eddington and his colleagues measured how light from stars in the Hyades cluster was deflected by the gravitational pull of the Sun during a solar eclipse. Einstein came to Prague with his family – his wife Mileva and two sons, Hans Albert (7 years) and Eduard (1 year). Einstein was appointed a full professor at the German University where held lectures about mechanics and kinetic heat...
Pyszková is Czech Republic’s second Miss World, after Taťána Kuchařová earlier won the title in 2006 Czech Republic’s Krystyna Pyszková is the 71st Miss World, besting 111 other contestants from around the world during the pageant’s finals night on Saturday, March 9, in Mumbai, India. She replaced outgoing titleholder Karolina Bielawska of Poland. Born in Třinec, Pyszková is Czech Republic’s second Miss World, after Taťána Kuchařová earlier won the title in 2006. The new Miss World titleholder is also the third winner of a “Big 4” pageant crown for the Czech Republic. In 2012, the European country bagged the Miss Earth crown courtesy of Tereza Fajksová. Miss World is part of the elite “Big 4” pageants in the world, along with Miss Universe, Miss International, and Miss Earth. In the last years, Miss World had delays in staging its pageant. After the 2019 pageant was held in the United Kingdom, it took three years before the pageant was held again in 2022, due to COVID-19 restrictions. The 71st edition was supposed to be held in December 2023 but was later moved to March this year. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da Miss World (@missworld)
The Prague Public Transport Company (DPP) is closing a section of the busy Metro Line C from Saturday, March 9th, to Sunday, March 10th, 2024, for essential ceiling repairs at Florenc station. Journeys between I. P. Pavlova and Nádraží Holešovice stations will be disrupted. This closure is necessary to replace the ceiling slab above the Florenc station vestibule, a project that began approximately two years ago. “The initial phase involves demolishing the existing concrete slab under the intersection of Ke Štvanici and Křižíkova streets,” explained the DPP. “This will be followed by the construction of a load-bearing steel ceiling structure and the pouring of a new concrete slab above it.” The weight of the concrete blocks being removed necessitates the closure of surrounding stations for safety reasons. Alternative Transportation Options During the closure, an alternative bus service, designated XC, will operate on the route I. P. Pavlova – Muzeum – Hlavní nádraží – Florenc – Vltavská – Nádraží Holešovice. Passengers can also utilize tram line 36 as an alternative. Tram 36 runs on the route Zvonařka – I. P. Pavlova – Karlovo náměstí – Václavské náměstí – Masarykovo nádraží – Florenc – Křižíkova – Invalidovna – Palmovka – Bulovka –...
Despite a slight rise in the number of unemployed people, the Czech Republic’s unemployment rate stayed unchanged at 4% in February compared to January, according to data released by the Czech Labor Office. While the number of unemployed individuals increased slightly by 561 to 296,107, job vacancies also went up by 1,796 to 268,579. However, analysts warn of a potential economic slowdown due to a decrease in job vacancies compared to the previous year. “The decline in job vacancies suggests a drop in demand across various sectors,” noted Miroslav Novák, an analyst at Akcenta. Despite this concern, experts predict the unemployment rate will remain below 4% for the rest of 2024. They attribute this to cautious employers and a generally positive economic outlook. Ústí nad Labem Region has the highest unemployment rate at 6%, while Prague boasts the lowest at 2.9%. Most job openings require basic education levels, and around two-thirds are suitable for foreign candidates. Prague leads in job demand, offering nearly 80,000 vacancies. On International Women’s Day, the gender gap in the labor market came into focus. Analysts highlighted the higher unemployment rate faced by women compared to men. Martin Jánský, General Manager of Randstad Czech Republic, emphasized...
Are you an expat planning a move to Prague? The Prague Relocation & Jobspin Job Fair on April 20th, 2024, is your one-stop shop for settling into your new life. Held at Hala 13, Holešovická tržnice, from 10 am to 5 pm, this event brings together everything you need for a successful transition. Running alongside the Jobspin Job Fair, the Relocation Fair connects you with essential expat services. You can talk to representatives from Czech Visa Lawyers, the Labour Office, and relocation specialists to learn about housing, legal matters, and more. Visitors can connect with leading companies like Deutsche Börse, Bobcat, Barclays, apply on the spot, and attend workshops on resume writing and interview skills. Why you shouldn’t miss the Prague Relocation Fair: Expert advice: Exchange ideas with relocation experts who know the ins and outs of moving and living in Prague. Get valuable advice on finding accommodation, legal issues and much more! Networking opportunities: Socialise with other expats and local businesses. Exchange experiences, make new friends and build a supportive network in your new home! Exclusive offers: Discover a wide range of expat-friendly services with exclusive offers and discounts. From language schools to cultural experiences, take advantage of special...
MINT Market is a modern market with author’s fashion, jewelry, design, delicacies, organic cosmetics and other honestly processed products that provide space for smaller and beginning designers, creators and all enthusiasts. On Sunday, April 14, Rašínovo nábřeží near Výtoň will come alive with a show of the best design from the entire Czech Republic and abroad. From 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., more than 130 carefully selected brands will present their spring collections here. Visitors can look forward to their favorite creators as well as hot news, many stalls with selected delicacies, a chill out zone with sun beds and a unique atmosphere with a view of Prague Castle. As always, entry is free and without barriers. In addition, you can take your four-legged pets with you. Behind MINT Market is a group of people who have been organizing successful design markets since 2010 and are the only ones to carry modern and sustainable goods at their events throughout the Czech Republic. What started as the idea of a few enthusiasts who wanted to create a place for themselves and their friends to sell their own brands is currently a successful alternative to shopping malls and a platform bringing together...
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