Czech news in brief for November 16: Thursday's top headlines
Czech PM proposes further freezing of Russian assets, Prague train station's free water dispenser draws criticism, and more for Nov. 16, 2023.
Turkey time: Where to eat Thanksgiving dinner in Prague in 2023
Order turkey with all the trimmings for a festive dine-in meal at these Prague restaurants, or to take home. Plus tips for where to shop for staples.
Travel warnings issued as German train strike impacts Czech connections
During the strike, Czech Railways recommends traveling to/from Germany on the morning of Nov.15, or postponing German-bound travel until Friday, Nov. 17.
Czech senators fight for citizens' right to stay offline
Concerns over data collection have led some politicians to propose a law that would give citizens the right to stay out of state digital systems.
Czech news in brief for November 15: Wednesday's top headlines
Smaller Black Friday savings expected this year, Germany extends border checks, Prague opens 'Little Moon City', and more on Nov. 15, 2023.
Nov. 17 holiday in Czechia: Shop openings, museum free days, and transport closures
Public events will honor the Velvet Revolution while many Czechs are expected to begin their holiday shopping.
From Beetlejuice to Wednesday: Blockbuster Burton exhibit returns to Prague
The American director has cited Czech visionaries Zeman and Švankmajer as essential influences. The exhibit is slated to begin in May 2024.
Closure of Prague's Pankrác metro means major transit detour ahead
During the shutdown, trains will pass through but passengers must use substitute bus and tram service.
Czechia to welcome more foreign workers from the Balkans, Caucasus
Due to a shortage of Ukrainian migrant workers, the state is eyeing other countries to fill in the gap in Czechia's labor market – namely in agriculture.
Where can you breathe easy in Czechia? In very few places, experts say
Experts say that poor air quality increases the chance of heart attacks and strokes, with pregnant women and children among the most at-risk groups.
Czech news in brief for November 14: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech camera crew robbed at gunpoint in US, highest constitutional officials to discuss foreign policy at Prague Castle, and more for Nov. 14, 2023.
Capybara, capybara, capybara! World's favorite rodent returns to Prague Zoo
Achieving online fame for their gregarious lifestyle and water-loving ways, capybara fans will be thrilled to visit these 'water pigs' in Prague.
Czechia is the 'sick man of Europe' says analysis in Germany's Die Welt
The German publication warns of a growth trap, adding that Czechia is the only EU country not to have recovered from the pandemic slump.
Czech news in brief for November 13: Monday's top headlines
Health officials to address increased respiratory cases today, former NHL goalie and Nagano player Čechmánek dies, and more headline for Nov. 13, 2023.
Gourmet guide crowns South Moravia's tastiest restaurants and wineries
The guides have prove instrumental in attracting more "foodies from all over the country" to the region over their seven years, said tourism officials.
Czech news in brief for November 12: Sunday's top headlines
Regions of Czechia blanketed with snow, food-price app in the works for Czechia, and more top headlines for Nov. 12, 2023.
Prague's most notorious exchange office loses license at last
A court has ruled in favor of the Czech National Bank, saying it is the bank's legal right to revoke the exchange office's license.