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The deal with Žižkov Tower
In case you’ve ever looked at the Prague skyline and wondered how and why the Žižkov Tower got there, here’s the deal. The Žižkov Tower was completed in 1992, designed by
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Spring traditions in the Czech Republic: Part I
After one of the coldest winters of the decade, spring is finally on its way. And while many festivals and celebrations might need to be cancelled this year because of the pandemic, spring is still a great time to learn about colorful Czech traditions and myths. Easter The Czech Republic might be a non-religious country, but that doesn’t mean Easter is ignored. In fact, there’s plenty of traditional Czech Easter traditions to enjoy over the four-day holiday (this year, Easter Monday falls on April 4th). Prague is famous for its Easter Markets, which may or may not operate this year depending on the lifting of restrictions. During “normal” years, the markets are a great place to pick up painted wooden
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- Remembering Prince Philip’s visit to Prague, 1996 April 11, 2021
- The deal with Žižkov Tower April 11, 2021
- Single parents cut food supplies to survive COVID-19 pandemic April 8, 2021
- Jobspin Virtual Job Fair Czech Republic 2021, best place for multilingual recruitment April 8, 2021
- Blatný removed from cabinet: is it because he was opposing Sputnik V? April 7, 2021
- Milan Kundera: Czech writer whose works were banned during Communism April 7, 2021
- Zoos will open from April 12; other stores and services might open soon as well April 6, 2021
- Three must-see Czech monuments April 6, 2021
- Minister of interior gives latest guess on when things can be normal again April 5, 2021
- How did Communism change Czech beer? April 5, 2021
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Czech Salary Calculator
Czech Salary is a net salary calculator in English reflecting the the 2021 Amendment of the Czech Income Tax Act. Starting from the salary period of January 2021, all employees will find a higher net salary in their next pay slip. Czech Salary provides a calculation with explanations of all salary deductions and possible tax credits. Soon the creators are planning to add a Calculator of Net Income of Trade licensors and other helpful information with regards to the Czech taxation. You can access the calculator here.
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Lawyers trying to ban Slavia Prague from UEFA over racist comment
Following Slavia Prague player Ondřej Kúdela’s alleged racist comment towards a black player from the Scottish Rangers team, lawyers have now mobilized with the intent of kicking the Czech team out of the UEFA league. Aamer Anwar, the lawyer representing Glen Kamara who accuses Kúdela of calling him a “f*cking monkey” during a scuffle on the field, wants Slavia Prague to be banned from UEFA for at least 2 years. In an interview with Talksport, Anwar notes that Slavia Prague officials were forced to condemn their fans for posting a photo of themselves holding a banner that deployed racist and derogatory comments towards Kamara, but that it wasn’t enough to merely condemn it. “Glen wants action to be taken and
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REVEALED: the world’s biggest beauty trends
Google Search Data Shows How the Biggest Beauty Trends in Europe Compare to the Rest of the World The origins of skincare and cosmetics can be traced back thousands of years to Ancient Egypt, and throughout the centuries that have since passed, beauty trends have continued to evolve. From winged eyeliner and beehive hairdos to ultra-thin eyebrows and brown lipstick, some have yo-yoed in and out of the beauty scene over the years, while others remain firmly on the agenda – in fact, false lashes have been en vogue since 18991. But what are some of the biggest beauty crazes today, and how do they compare around the world? To find out, The Body Shop analyzed online search data from 64 countries
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Must-have apps if you live in Prague
While there are many apps for tourists wanting to navigate the city, you should be happy to know there are also special ones for those who call Prague home. Whether you’re looking for help to feel safer, explore the surroundings or save money, this list has got you covered. MAPY Sure, there’s always Google Maps, but Mapy offers several advantages if you’re a local. For example, Mapy gives an outdoor map option, which shows hiking routes, must-sees along the way, and plenty of suggestions if you’re looking for an outdoor adventure. The app can even show you the weather along the planned route and will record things like speed, distance traveled and elevation while you’re on the way. ZACHRANKA The