Czech news in brief for December 15: Monday's top afternoon headlines
Babiš urges Ukraine peace talks, calls for ceasefire by Feb. 24 anniversary, and Czech government questions future EU financing options.
Bleak future for Ukraine aid, EU friendship as Czechia's new prime minister takes power
New PM Andrej Babiš signals a veto of the EUR 90B Ukraine aid loan, creating a crisis for the EU summit this week as key nations reject financing plans.
Buying property in Czechia in 2026: What expats need to know
Mortgage rates, financing, admin hurdles, and due diligence can all confuse foreign buyers: one specialist law firm highlights the most common oversights.
Czech news in brief for December 15: Monday's top morning headlines
Babiš returns as Czech Prime Minister today, Prague marks Hanukkah, honors Sydney attack victims, Czech towns boost baby bonuses to fight decline.
Czech news in brief for December 14: Sunday's top afternoon headlines
Fiala and Babiš condemn Sydney Hanukkah attack, Czech companies expect stable prices in 2026, and more weekend headlines.
High rents are driving poverty in Czechia: Analysis shows need for reform
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Rising rental costs push families into poverty, prompting calls for municipal investment, social housing, and tax reform.
Beer divides, DIY unites: Czechs attempt to define national character
New survey finds Czechs value ingenuity, solidarity, and freedom, while grappling with pride and ambivalent feelings about beer culture.
Czech news in brief for December 14: Sunday's top morning headlines
Czechia likely to see dry weather through holidays, Fiala slams Babiš's stance on Ukraine aid, and more weekend headlines.
Paul Simon to kick off 2026 European tour with three Prague concerts
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The music legend will perform his Grammy-nominated Seven Psalms and classic hits at Prague Congress Centre in April 2026.
Czech news in brief for December 13: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
Babiš rejects EU plans to fund Ukraine, Kingdom Come 2 shut out at 2025 Game Awards, and more weekend headlines.
Czechia backs new EU plan to freeze Russian assets indefinitely
The EU will keep Russian assets frozen indefinitely, a move aimed at supporting Ukraine, with Czechia voting in favor of the plan.
Czech news in brief for December 13: Saturday's top morning headlines
Czech ammo plan brings Ukraine 1.8 million rounds, new H3N2 K flu variant spreading toward Czechia, and more weekend headlines.
Celebrate and dine: 15 restaurants serving Christmas menus in Prague
From holiday dinners to relaxed brunches, these restaurants and hotels across the city offer seasonal menus that make planning easier for everyone.
Czech news in brief for December 12: Friday's top afternoon headlines
Czech PM gets praise from an EU figurehead, Austria decides to extend border controls with Czechia, and a popular tourist attraction announces price rises.
Czech news in brief for December 12: Friday's top morning headlines
Pavel fears defense spending will miss target, Papilio earns Czechia’s first two Michelin stars, and Pilsen to build country’s largest jellyfish hall.
From passes to posters: Film-themed gifts for 'kino' lovers in Czechia
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Aerokina Christmas vouchers give the gift of English-friendly films at 7 theaters across Czechia and fun movie merch.
Czech news in brief for December 11: Thursday's top afternoon headlines
New Czech PM meets EU leaders, ex-health minister names his biggest challenges during term, Czechia's living standards rise, and more top news.
