News in brief for July 1: České Budějovice named European Capital of Culture in 2028
The top headlines for Czechia for Saturday, July 1, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech police probe cult-related deaths in forest near Český Šternberk castle
Two cult members associated with a self-proclaimed healer from Kutná Hora died in a forest ritual in the Benešov region in August.
News in brief for June 30: Karlovy Vary Film Festival red-carpet ceremony begins
Defense minister comments on global security, Fiala shows worry about Hungary and Poland's refugee attitude, and more headlines for Friday, June 30, 2023.
Czech crime center: Russia launching more cyberattacks, democratic countries at risk
Today's release of an annual report on Czechia's security shows that cyber-based threats from pro-Russian groups are particularly pronounced.
News in brief for June 29: Czech PM – more cooperation needed with non-EU countries about immigration
Czechia bans Russian athletes from competition, a new agriculture minister, union strikes to go ahead, and more news in brief.
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Paratroopers jump into the Vltava to mark the Czech Army’s 30th anniversary
While its roots go back much longer, the Czech Army as it exists now was established in 1993.
Czechia reverses plans to introduce financial punishment for rape
The new law will mean that convicted rapists must receive a prison sentence rather than only a financial penalty, which the state considered introducing.
News in brief for June 28: Actor Russell Crowe touches down in Karlovy Vary
The top headlines for Wednesday, June 28, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech NGO issues stark warning over Poland's Turów coal mine
According to the Together for Water organization, new data shows seriously decreasing water levels in a Czech town near the border with Poland.
Czech university votes to dismiss dean who attended anti-government protests
According to Prague University of Economics and Business rector Petr Dvořák, Miroslav Ševčík's actions seriously damaged the image of the university.
News in brief for June 27: Petr Pavel – 'I regret ignorance during communist period'
Over 20 percent of employees plan pay-rise request, large military donations from Czechia to Ukraine, and other headlines to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for June 26: Greenpeace protestors interrupt ČEZ meeting
Extreme temps return to Czechia this week, elevator incident at Prague hospital leads to broken leg, and Kvitová wins in Berlin.
News in brief for June 24: Franz Kafka biopic to shoot in Prague this year
Top headlines for Czechia for Saturday, June 24, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for June 23: Czechia, EU countries call for faster Western Balkans accession to EU
Forest dog puppies born at Prague Zoo, Czech Radio still impacted by attack, storms weaker than expected, and more top stories.
News in brief for June 22: Meteorologists warn of strong storms, possible tornadoes in Czechia
Extreme heat expected in Czechia today, activisits halt mine operation, Czech Radio hit by hackers, and more top stories.
Czech government approves ratification of the Istanbul Convention
The move marks a significant step toward the ratification of the Istanbul Convention on the prevention of violence against women.
Most modern psychiatric facility in Central Europe opens near Prague
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At the opening ceremony, Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala spoke about the need to improve Czechia's mental health services.
