Czech private castles open for rare public access: Which to visit this weekend?
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Several of the protected buildings are based in Central Bohemia and have passed through the hands of domestic and foreign nobility over centuries.
Czechia ousts US in ice hockey world championship, prepares for semi-final
A narrow victory means that Czechia will face Sweden in the tournament's semi-final, which will be played this weekend.
Czech news in brief for May 24: Friday's top headlines
Public broadcasters are most trustworthy news providers, woman smuggling drugs in underwear caught at Prague airport, and hundreds attend rally in Prague.
New Prague Karlín-Holešovice bridge will serve pedestrians, trams, and traffic
The capital's municipal transport committee will select one of several proposals that will link Prague 7 with Prague 8.
Government approves amendment guaranteeing daycare for children
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From 2026, three-year-olds will have a legal right to a place in a kindergarten or children's group, else the government will pay parents compensation.
Czech news in brief for May 23: Thursday's top headlines
Chamber of Deputies to debate controversial pension reform, Czech court approves extradition of Indian to US, and Book World begins today in Prague.
A population in languages: These are Czechia's most common mother tongues
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A new report calls on Czechia to bolster support for minority languages with more bilingual signposts and broadcasting. Which languages apply?
Canada edges out Czechia in overtime Ice Hockey World Championship thriller
The Czech team, now in second place, faces off against the US on Thursday, May 23. Canada will play Slovakia in the quarter-finals.
Czech news in brief for May 22: Wednesday's top headlines
Fiala, Netanyahu discuss ICC arrest warrants, Czech crown strengthens against major world currencies, and acclaimed Czech architect dies.
Ambitious Žižkov housing project is drastically scaled down
After facing criticism from preservationists and public institutions, Centrum Nové Žižkov will now feature just one low-rise building instead of three.
Stars of the electronic music scene to shine at Metronome Prague 2024
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From Kosheen to The Blaze, an intense dose of international beats comes to Metronome Festival at the Prague Exhibition Grounds from June 20-22.
Czech news in brief for May 21: Tuesday's top headlines
Repair of faculty damaged by shooting complete, German border controls create Czech traffic jams, and govt. party members oppose cannabis reforms.
Czechia considers halting Michelin payments for restaurant reviews
Czechia has spent around CZK 4 million on a study to determine if it is worthwhile for the renowned brand to continue evaluating restaurants nationwide.
PHOTO GALLERY: Writer's cottage opens, secret spaces revealed, and butterfly jets take flight
This weekend over 1,000 people visited a Czech literary giant's humble dwelling, a new Černý sculpture took flight, and Open House saw record attendance.
New butterfly Spitfires on Prague's Máj honor WWII heroes
Attached to World War II fighter models, Černý says his goal is to show the balance between conflict and peace.
Czech news in brief for May 20: Monday's top headlines
Fico shooter may not be lone wolf, Czechia, Greece to strengthen trade cooperation, and over 1,000 visit writer Hrabal's cottage.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news and tips for Prague and Czech Republic.
