The 2026 list of essential services for expats living in Czechia
From visas to taxes, dog sitting to dentists and more, these are some of the most common English-friendly resources expats need in Prague and beyond.
'Jet lag without the travel': Czechia loses an hour of sleep this Sunday
While the European Union has long debated ending the biannual clock shift, without unified consensus in Brussels, the status quo will continue.
Pioneering project gave Prague homeless CZK 100,000 to start a new life
The study aims to refute the common misconception that people are homeless by choice, do not want to work and only abuse substances.
Here's what new drivers need to know about Czechia's strict two-year probation law
Under Czech law, new drivers enter a two-year probation period immediately after passing their driving test.
Prague officially approves name of new Dvorecký bridge opening next month
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Connecting Prague 4 and 5, the new Dvorecký bridge is due to open to the public in April.
Czechia faces growing AI bias in hiring: Who is most affected?
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Pay disparity is now being baked into the code of recruitment software used by major Czech employers. Here's what to know about this troubling topic.
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Tram traffic suspended along popular Prague Castle lines until summer
The transport company confirmed that the closure, planned through mid July, is necessary for a complete reconstruction of the aging tracks.
This week's guide to English-friendly Czech cinema and streaming
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Brazilian Oscar nominee The Secret Agent, one of the best films of 2025, is now playing in Prague cinemas with English subtitles.
Prague's iconic red tram and bus signs set to disappear, starting this spring
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The city will gradually replace its 1980s-designed tram and bus stop signs with new dark graphite designs, starting at Dvorecký Bridge this spring.
Prague housing affordability hits new low as regional gap widens
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Buying property in Prague has become three times harder than in Ústí nad Labem; northern regions offer far better value for average earners.
Hundreds of thousands fill Prague's Letná Plain to protest Czech government
An estimated 250,000 people gathered in Letná on Saturday as organizers warned of democratic backsliding and criticized the Babiš government.
Prague welcomes spring 2026 with river ferries and historic trains
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Seasonal ferries and tourist trains resume in Prague, along with a new RegioFox service, offering faster river crossings and scenic weekend trips.
Czechia joins international effort to protect shipping in Strait of Hormuz
The country is among 14 nations backing safe passage in the Strait of Hormuz amid rising tensions and Iranian threats to commercial shipping.
50+ essential culture picks for Prague this spring: Art, theater, live music, and film
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Kentridge and de Chirico canvases, free architecture tours and museum entry, theater on the 'Fringe,' plus open-air festival season begins!
Prague’s best new restaurants and food events to try this April
A Michelin chef's American diner, Japanese pastries on Újezd, Korean fried chicken, and a full March–April events calendar for Prague foodies.
Českomoravská metro station reopens with modern design and silent escalators
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The timing of the reopening is critical as the nearby O2 Arena prepares to host the World Figure Skating Championships.
Suspected terror attack behind Czech industrial fire, officials say
Czech Interior Minister confirms a Pardubice industrial fire is likely a terrorist attack linked to the company's production of military drones for Israel.
Prague concerts 2026: The ultimate guide to major tour dates and festivals
From RAYE and Halsey to Paul Simon and Tame Impala, see the biggest stars hitting the arenas, clubs, and summer festivals of Czechia this year.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for March 20–22
Attend a 15-club music marathon, attend the very first Easter markets of the season, and try Prague's spiciest chili on the waterfront.
