
Digital payment and supermarket pop-ups: Czech fests go big in 2025
Cashless payments, premium lodgings, and a sustainable focus are changing the face of Czech festivals: here's how innovation is in full drive.
PHOTO GALLERY: Prague gets its 'Hollywood' sign back
The cast iron memorial plaque on the Barrandov Rocks honors a legacy as solid and storied as any famous hillside sign.
Czech news in brief for June 10: Tuesday's top headlines
Babiš joins Orban, Le Pen in France rally, Czech real estate prices rise sharply, and public transport fair hike for Prague suburbs approved.
Czechia poised to legalize magic mushrooms for mental health treatment
The bill, signed off by MPs, now heads to the Senate, where it's expected to pass.
Czechia aims to attract more highly qualified foreign workers
While Czechia aims to attract more high-skilled workers from Asia, it plans to reduce visa availability for several African countries.
Czech news in brief for June 9: Monday's top headlines
Czech weather to shift from rainy to tropical, Reebok glitch sparks shopping frenzy, and Imagine Dragons kick off two-night Prague run.
Czech news in brief for June 8: Sunday's top headlines
Blažek suspends ODS party membership in wake of bitcoin scandal, Czechia prepares shift in work visa quotas, and more weekend headlines.
Business leaders warn of worsening conditions for LGBTQ+ employees
Speakers at the Pride Business Forum raise concerns over declining workplace conditions for LGBTQ+ employees amid rising conservatism.
Prague Castle to close next week for simulated attack and police response
A large-scale security drill simulating a violent attack, involving hundreds of responders and actors, will see the local landmark closed June 10 at 3 p.m.
Czech news in brief for June 7: Saturday's top headlines
Czechia backs call to ease EU military rules, Czech volleyball team stuns USA in comeback, and more weekend headlines.
Labubu toy frenzy hits Prague as Czech fans race to snag furry collectibles
A similar shopping craze has gripped other world capitals. In London, the Chinese manufacturer even suspended sales in its stores due to safety concerns.
Czech news in brief for June 6: Friday's top headlines
ANO seeks no-confidence vote over bitcoin case, Czech police warn of new WhatsApp scam, and Prague Planetarium boasts Europe's first LED Dome.
Prague is most unaffordable city in Central Europe to buy a new apartment
Demand far outpacing supply and income failing to keep up with inflation mean that the Czech capital is Europe's least-affordable city to buy property.
While adults stood by, two Czech children saved a woman from assault
The shocking incident highlights the bystander effect, a social phenomenon often debated in Czech society.
Czech news in brief for June 5: Thursday's top headlines
Czech government launches Safe Childhood plan, storms cause emergency calls across Czechia, and average wage in Czechia rises to CZK 46,924.
Tariff troubles: OECD slashes Czechia growth forecast amid global trade war
The downgraded forecast suggests slower wage growth, fewer export-related jobs, and tighter household budgets for people in Czechia.
Merkel draws hundreds in Prague for book tour, calls for EU unity
A packed crowd welcomed Angela Merkel in Prague as she signed her memoir and urged Europe to stand united against global threats and rising extremism.