Prague scraps ambitious plans for cable car over the Vltava River
Environmental officials said that excessively high construction costs and damage to Prague 6 and 8's aesthetic make the plan inviable.
Czech news in brief for February 21: Wednesday's top headlines
Cermat register 142,000 secondary-school applicants, new Czech building law sparks concern in construction industry, and more top headlines.
ASK AN EXPERT: Key terms to know when renting an apartment in Prague
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We asked the head of residential rentals at Engel & Völkers to break down key terms for renting an apartment in the Czech capital.
IN PICTURES: Hundreds of farmers with tractors flood Prague center
The protestors disrupted traffic on the main Wilsonova Street before making their way to Malostranské náměstí to voice anger at the state's farming policy.
Czech news in brief for February 20: Tuesday's top headlines
Lufthansa strikes to impact flights to and from Prague, ANO edges out Pirates in election poll, Czechia to expand cooperation with FBI, and more.
State-backed organic food shop debuts on Prague's Wenceslas Square
With backing from the Agriculture Ministry, the Štěpánská Street store stocks regional products from across Czechia under one roof.
Czech news in brief for February 19: Monday's top headlines
Minister of Agriculture criticizes Prague famer protest, Czechia saw rise in negative energy prices in 2023, and more headlines.
The Czech military has significantly shrunk since joining NATO
There are currently 36,000 active soldiers and employees within the Czech military, less than half of the 77,000 members it had in 1999.
Czech news in brief for February 18: Sunday's top headlines
Czech President says Navalny's death will bring repercussions, warm weather brings early allergy season, and more Sunday headlines.
Stone from Prague Castle inaugurates Jiřího z Poděbrad reconstruction
The 33-month project to renovate Jiřího z Poděbrad Square ceremoniously began yesterday, with a stone from Prague Castle's courtyard set as the foundation.
Giant Czech-made globes illuminate Brussels festival of lights
Two large models of the Earth representing the planet by day and night, produced in Brno, are now on display at the Brussels Bright Festival.
Czech President on Navalny: "He paid the ultimate price for his courage"
Hundreds of people paid tribute outside the Russian Embassy in Prague yesterday following the death of the imprisoned opposition leader.
Czech news in brief for February 17: Saturday's top headlines
Czech politicians, NGOs condemn Navalny death, parts of Czechia see record February temperatures, new plans for Miloš Forman Square, and more headlines.
New English-friendly book helps hikers conquer Czechia's most epic trail
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Seasoned hiker Martin Úbl guides readers through 20 sections of the 1,200-km-long Czech Trail, offering advice, anecdotes, and tips along the way.
A second Primark store is coming to Prague
The well-known, budget Irish retail chain will open its third branch in the country as it continues its drive to be more sustainable.
Czech news in brief for February 16: Friday's top headlines
Macron heads to Prague in March, agriculture minister expresses solidarity with farmers ahead of protest, Czech volunteer killed in Ukraine, and more.
The 10 best things to do in Prague this weekend: Feb. 16–18, 2024
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Work up a sweat in the name of love, thrift shop til you drop, pork out for masopust, and more tips for the weekend ahead.
