Two years ago, the COVID-19 health crisis triggered a surge in remote working as most countries had to follow strict safety measures to keep businesses going. But now that most of these measures have lifted and life has gone back to “normal,” many companies are still transitioning their once-in-office roles to either entirely or partially remote ones. A recent study from employment site Indeed found that the number of global job listings with a remote component has soared since the beginning of the pandemic, nearly tripling from an average of just 2.5 per cent in January 2020 to almost 7.5 per cent in September 2021. Data scientists at careers site Ladders believe remote work is here to stay, with a full quarter of all professional jobs to be available remotely by the end of the year. “This change in working arrangements is impossible to overhype. As big as it is, it’s even bigger than people think,” said Ladders CEO Marc Cenedella. “Hiring practices typically move at a glacial pace, but the pandemic turned up the heat so we’re seeing a rapid flood of change in this space. It’s really rather amazing”. But while much of the world seems to be rapidly embracing...
Japanese Zen Paintings from the Kaeru-An Collection are brought to the National Gallery Prague by curators Markéta Hánová and Jana Ryndová. Zenga is a thoroughly organized space where you can feel yourself a part of the artistic universe and customize your experience of Zen. The exhibition is organized into five realms, each presents one of the main principles of the ancient teaching, giving you an opportunity to become a disciple yourself. The multidimensional space-shaping approach is adjusted in order to bring to movement all the senses you may use to perceive reality and its new experiences. You are invited to observe the painting while sitting in a special area in front of it, while your hearing is busy with thoroughly chosen musical accompaniment. This way you may actually feel the artwork and interpret it in accordance with the teaching, making it your very own experience, allowing it to change you and therefore complete its mission. The exhibition will run until October 2, 2022. “Nothing is lacking and nothing is in excess” Be sure to trust the art space that awakens silence in your own mind where an ability to listen to the world and interpret its messages can be discovered. That sacred faculty...
If your day doesn’t start until you’re up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to our new morning fix. Saturday was the first day since the start of the Russian invasion in February that Czechia did not grant any temporary protection visas to refugees from Ukraine. The Czech authorities have issued almost 404,000 temporary protection visas to Ukrainian citizens so far. . Some 660,849 foreigners were living legally in Czechia at the end of last year, making up over six percent of the total population for the first time, according to a government report on migration and integration of foreigners. A fragment of the Hiroshima Atomic Bomb Dome, designed by Czech architect Jan Letzel and lasting out of an atomic bomb explosion, will be displayed in the 20th Century History exposition of the National Museum in Prague. The international credit rating agency Moody’s Investors Service has lowered the outlook for the Czech Republic from stable to negative due to a possible disruption of Russian gas supplies. A disruption in supplies could lead to gas rationing and plunge the country into a deep economic recession. However, Moody’s still confirmed the credit reliability assessment...
The share of foreigners living legally in the Czech Republic exceeded six percent for the first time last year, according to a government report on migration and integration of foreigners. Over the past three years, the number of registered foreigners in the country has increased by 100,000 people. Some 660,849 foreigners were living legally in Czechia at the end of last year. The number of applicants for international protection in the Czech Republic rose by a fifth to 1411 people last year. Ukrainians, Georgians and Afghans applied the most. After the Taliban took control of most of Afghanistan last year, the Czech Republic welcomed almost 200 citizens. According to last year’s information, about 150 applied for asylum or supplementary protection in the country. Since the beginning of Russia’s aggression against Ukraine in February this year, the Czech authorities have issued almost 404,000 temporary protection visas to Ukrainian citizens. Slovaks continued to predominate among foreigners from EU countries, while two-thirds of foreigners with a residence permit were from countries outside the EU, mostly Ukraine, Vietnam and Russia. According to the report, the increase in the number of foreigners was mainly due to economic migration, with the state issuing 185,000 short-term visas for the...
High inflation forced Czech restaurants to change their pricing policy. Many increase the cost of meals, while others reduce the weight of portions. “In the main cities, the price may reach 70 CZK for a half-liter mug already in autumn,” said the head of the Association of Restaurateurs of the Czech Republic Lubos Kastner to CNN-Prima News. “Restaurants’ expenses grow faster than they raise prices. Nevertheless, in recent years, establishments have risen in price everywhere – by about 20% in major cities and by 10-15% in villages”, he added. According to the entrepreneur, the prices of ready meals push up the rising costs – gas, electricity, milk, flour, eggs, and meat have become more expensive. At the same time, Kastner is sure that the average cost of the lunch menu will not exceed the limit of 200 CZK in the near future. But beer can become more expensive already in autumn, which is a real headache for restaurateurs: the profit from it is small, but visitors react very sharply to the change in cost and can reduce the frequency of visits. “Why suddenly pay 3 more crowns for beer? This is what customers ask. We try to make it as...
The data will be anonymous and will help the city plan traffic conditions more efficiently. Prague will test a new method of obtaining anonymized statistical data about traffic, the city website informs. In particular, municipal company Operátor ICT will be making advanced video analysis, with the objective of improving the management of the traffic flow and making it more efficient. Smarter and more sustainable mobility At the beginning of this week, the City Council of Prague approved a contract for the provision of technology testing services for obtaining anonymised statistical traffic data. The purpose of said contract is for the capital city to have backing for future decisions about territorial development, changes in traffic signs or modification of signal plans or construction modifications. According to the Mayor of Prague, Zdeněk Hřib, the changes are needed as the number of cars in the city is growing constantly. Therefore, the authorities need to find solutions to ensure smooth passage through the territory, by investing massively in infrastructure, but also – through managing transport “based on data, not impressions”. But on top of improving decision-making at the political level, the data is likely to help all citizens, visitors and developers of Prague, as it will be published as open data on the Golemio platform....
Palm-lined streets, old picturesque houses and beautiful beaches at the foot of the Turkish Riviera mountains – all this and more will be possible to visit even during the winter. SunExpress is extending operations on its regular air connection from Prague to Antalya. The carrier will service the route once a week, every Sunday, starting the end of October. In the past years, Prague Airport did not offer regular direct flights during winter to Antalya as standard. “Antalya has long been one of the busiest and most popular destinations. It is the third most visited city in the world in terms of international arrivals. Therefore, we are happy that SunExpress is extending its operations on the Prague – Antalya route and will thus provide Czech passengers with a connection to the Turkish Riviera even in the winter months,” Jaroslav Filip, Prague Airport Aviation Business Director, said. Effective 30 October 2022, passengers will be able to use the SunExpress air connection to Antalya at the following times: * The listed times are local to the respective destinations. The flight No.: XQ320/YQ321 will be operated with Boeing 738-800 type of aircraft with 189 seats. About SunExpress SunExpress was founded in 1989 as a joint...
Another vandal has desecrated the Charles Bridge. He can face up to three years in prison. The Charles Bridge in Prague has very little tolerance for vandals. Someone spray painted the medieval monument again recently–the fresh work appeared on a pillar about 20 meters from the abandoned city police office. The inscription, which the currently unknown perpetrator created on the bridge, is roughly two meters long. “If caught, he faces a prison sentence of up to three years,” police officer Violeta Siřišťová said. It is not the first time this has happened. Although the bridge is guarded by cameras, attacks by vandals happen relatively frequently. In July 2019, one of the pillars was vandalized by German tourists. One of them was sentenced to a year’s probation, a fine of one hundred thousand crowns, and banishment for five years. Two years later, a seventeen-year-old boy and a girl a year younger scribbled blue on the railing and plinth of a statue. Unfortunately, there are more cases of destruction of Prague’s monuments. The last time this year in July was a group of young people scribbling on the wall at the so-called Fisherman’s House in Kampa. “They caused quite a lot of...
President Miloš Zeman signed the law introducing the so-called Savings Tariff, which is supposed to help households reduce their bills for electricity, gas and heat. This year, Czechs will probably receive a subsidy for expensive energy costs of only around CZK 2,000. The Minister of Industry, Jozef Síkela, initially spoke of up to CZK 16,000 for gas and electricity. It appears as though the current administration will not be able to follow through on this, however… The energy-saving tariff will take the form of a subsidy from the state budget intended for energy suppliers, who will then reduce payments to households by this subsidy. Following the imminent adoption of the law, the government will regulate the details, such as the amount of the allowance. The government could set aside 30.6 billion crowns for the cost-saving tariff. Of this amount, 3.6 billion crowns will be distributed among households with domestic boilers, which were not originally included in the support program. Gas and electricity traders are supposed to reduce bills or deposits by the received subsidy. They will have to indicate this on the bill. The support will not apply to weekend properties and recharging electric cars. Owners’ associations and cooperatives will...
If your day doesn’t start until you’re up to speed on the latest headlines, then let us introduce you to our new morning fix. Czech foreign Minister Jan Lipavský welcomed in a statement to the Czech News Agency on Thursday the White House’s announcement that US President Joe Biden has nominated Bijan Sabet for the post of US ambassador to the Czech Republic. . Rent prices in Czechia are continuing to rise, the Czech News Agency reported on Thursday. Countrywide they rose by an average of 11 percent year-on-year, with Prague seeing the biggest increase at 15.6 percent. Friday will continue to see tropical temperatures well above 30 degrees Celsius, with highs of 36 degrees in some places, but the weather will finally cool down by up to ten degrees over the weekend. Fuel prices in the Czech Republic have fallen again since last week, and the price increase has accelerated. Natural 95 petrol is now sold at petrol stations for an average of CZK 44.41/l, which is CZK 1.41 less than a week ago. Diesel has become cheaper by CZK 1.10, to an average of CZK 45.11/l. Czech detectives looking into the blasts in the...
Beer is what made Prague famous. But as the city becomes ever more cosmopolitan and international, locals and tourists alike are expecting a much greater variety in the drinks they enjoy. Nestled inconspicuously in Malá Strana, Na Břehu Rhôny is bringing exactly that: a much-needed contribution to Czech wine culture. They offer a wide variety of French wines that cannot be found anywhere else in the Czech Republic. Opened at the end of May, the newest location focuses only on tapas and wine—all while bringing a huge dose of authentic French charm. Situated in a heavily trafficked area of Malá Strana, but a few blocks away from the main strip, the venue is surprisingly peaceful. The patio is pleasant and airy, often hosting live jazz acts—every Thursday for the remainder of the summer. Venture further in, and there is more to be discovered: a tastefully decorated interior that retains the charm of the old building while adding touches of French charm and a spacious courtyard that offers more private outdoor seating. Na Břehu Rhôny was started in Vyton from a desire to host friends and share in the pleasures of good wine—it has rapidly expanded, as the owners confront increasing...
On Wednesday, US President Joe Biden appointed US investor Bijan Sabet as Ambassador to the Czech Republic. It was announced by the White House in a statement, along with other names of candidates for ambassadorships in other countries. The nomination still needs to be approved by the US Senate. The last American Ambassador in Prague was Stephen King, at the end of 2020 he announced that he would relinquish this position when the new President Biden takes office. Since then, the post of US Ambassador to Prague has been vacant. King was the ninth U.S. ambassador to the Czech Republic. He took over the office in December 2017 from lawyer Andrew Schapiro, with whom President Miloš Zeman did not have a good relationship. “We are pleased that President Biden has announced his intention to appoint Bijan Sabet as Ambassador to the Czech Republic. This demonstrates the strong friendship between the United States and the Czech Republic. The nomination must now be approved by the United States Senate,” said the US Embassy in Prague on Twitter. Sabet, 53, is co-founder and partner of Spark Capital since 2005, which deals with venture capital. He directed his investments in Internet networks. He was...
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