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Education Ministry proposal for classes in Romani language, culture
The Education Ministry has proposed introducing lessons in Romani language and culture in schools, to encourage Roma pupils and foster greater integration in society. The…
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Czech doctors’ association to apologise for 1938 anti-Jewish purge
The Czech Medical Chamber says it’s drafted an apology to Jewish doctors struck off its books during the so-called Second Republic - the short period between the end of…
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Golden eagles could return to Beskydy mountains after 100-year absence
Ornithologists in the Beskydy mountains in the far east of the country are celebrating the possible return of the golden eagle after an absence of more than 100 years. A…
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Analyst: Ignorance, crisis of values explains Czech soldiers with SS symbols
A member of the armed forces faces a dishonourable discharge and a possible criminal prosecution after colleagues noticed an SS tattoo on his back. The news comes after…
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Government issues new handbook to combat homophobia in Czech schools
The Czech government is distributing a new handbook to primary and secondary school teachers called “Homophobia in Schools” – aimed at raising awareness of homosexuality…
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New school comic book tells story of Chechen refugee in Czech Republic
Pupils at primary and secondary schools around the country will receive a new comic book soon; it’s called My World and it’s all about a Chechen refugee struggling to…
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Prague’s answer to falling visitor numbers - teddy bear tourism
Now, ever gone on holiday and been forced to leave your teddy bear at home? Well, fear not, a Czech tour operator is launching what looks like a world first for tourism –…
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Long-lost photos document terrible aftermath of US air raid on Prague
Sixty-five-years ago, shortly after midday on February 14th, 1945, a fleet of 62 U.S. Air Force bombers dropped their deadly cargo on Prague in the mistaken belief they’d…
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Czech artist falls foul of Kafkaesque officials over “baby rental” website
Last May a Czech photographer and graphic artist created a fake website called 'rent-a-baby.cz', to help draw attention to the high numbers of Czech children languishing…
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Unemployment nudges 10% though analysts say worst is over
New figures released by the government on Monday showed unemployment creeping up towards the dreaded 10 percent mark in January. The registered number of unemployed was 9…
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