DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Entrance fees to Prague Castle have nearly doubled
As of March 1, access to the main circuit now runs CZK 450 (up from CZK 250), with the cost of a family ticket up to CZK 950 (from CZK 500).
Czech news in brief for March 2: Saturday's top headlines
Weather records broken nationwide, Czech diplomat voices off on Russia's Navalny funeral, state talks with farmers to avoid protest, and more headlines.
March 2024: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
March brings the implementation of new regulations and laws, Easter holidays, and daylight savings in Czechia. Mark these important dates on your calendar.
WATCH: Prague steals the show in brand new Xiaomi phone ad
The Chinese manufacturer chose Prague for the first time to shoot its own advertisement, following in the footsteps of Samsung and Apple.
Czech news in brief for March 1: Friday's top headlines
Czech tennis boss held over subsidy fraud charges, Czech ambassador to attend Navalny funeral, and hundreds of Czechs die of alcohol poisoning yearly.
The 10 best things to do in Prague this weekend: March 1–3, 2024
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Celebrate a Czech composer, attend a hearty soup festival, and watch a selection of international films.
Leap year in Czechia brings bad omens, good signs, and an extra work day
Read about some of the gender-bending, haircutting superstitions associated with Feb. 29 – should you watch your luck all year?
Czech news in brief for February 29: Thursday's top headlines
Gay couples gain partnership, limited adoption, Czech media group joins lawsuit against Google, Innogy to decreased fixed electricity, gas rates, and more.
Prague's National Theatre to host free birthday party for 'father of Czech music'
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Seating, refreshements, and a lineup of activities are planned for Saturday as the National Theatre live streams its gala Smetana tribute in the piazetta.
Iconic Czech spirit Becherovka will get a Polish owner
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The Czech anti-monopoly office has approved the sale of the herbal liqueur to multinational food and drink company Maspex.
Czech news in brief for February 28: Wednesday's top headlines
Vote on same-sex marriage slated for today, food prices cheaper, but analysts advise caution, and a third of Czech journalists consider quitting.
Expat life hacks: 11 ways to save money at the Czech grocery store
Knowing where, when, and how to shop for food in Czechia could save you hundreds of crowns every month.
A hop through history: How a Prague football club got its kangaroo mascot
The most extended tour in Czech history led to a unique connection between the Czech lands and Australia almost 100 years ago.
Prague's most twisted sculpture gets a light-show relaunch this week
The famous Kafka sculpture by Czech artist David Černý, out of commission for several months for repairs, will spin again on Thursday.
Czech news in brief for February 27: Tuesday's top headlines
V4 leaders to convene in Prague today, fifteen nations may join Czechia in sending ammo to Ukraine, gas consumption in Czechia hits 30-year low.
Max reboot set to launch for Czech users later this year
The new generation Max will now arrive in the countries where the original HBO Max currently works.
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia still won't allow same-sex couples to marry
Ahead of this week's historic vote, we look at why the Czech Republic remains divided on the issue of gay marriage.
