Fire Breaks Out at Prague’s National Museum
Early this morning, the roof of the Czech landmark was engulfed in flames; firefighters now have the situation under control
Louis Vuitton to Rent Charles Bridge?
The luxury brand again wants to lease the Prague landmark for a fashion show, a decade after a failed attempt
“Racist” Sign at Motol Hospital Makes Rounds
A stereotypical depiction of foreigners at the Prague hospital is causing a minor stir on social media
Czech TV to Broadcast Oscars Live for First Time
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The 88th edition of the Academy Awards will be the first to air live on Czech TV on the morning of February 29
Czech Company Unveils New “Ambulance Tank”
New emergency vehicle is designed to roll into hard-to-reach places including flood and fire zones
Prague’s Petřín Tower to Light Up for Special Days
The lookout tower will appear gold this Saturday to commemorate Childhood Cancer Day, and turn green in March for St. Patrick’s
Czech Boy Wins International IKEA Toy Design Contest
A 6-year-old Czech boy’s two-headed plushie is one of ten that will be produced by IKEA for charity later this year
Taxi Drivers Clog Prague Highway
Around 300 taxi drivers refuse to move from Wilsonova until they’re met by City Hall
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Next-Gen Tram Now Running in Prague
The sleek new EVO 1 is currently carrying Prague passengers as part of a test run
Wolf Pack Spotted in Czech Mountains
Video captured over the past few months shows a number of wolves in Moravia
Czech Beer to Get Even Cheaper?
The Czech Republic reports the highest beer consumption in the world, and that number may grow with a proposed reduction in beer VAT
Czech Artist Creates Horrifying “Rave Pill”
If you ever wanted to experience an all-night rave from the inside, Jan Poope’s Audiopill may be just what you need
Czech Republic Has EU's Lowest Unemployment Rate
At 4.5%, the country tops Germany as unemployment rates approach 10-year lows
Prague is Europe's 5th Most-Visited City
Only 4 other cities in Europe attract more visitors annually than the Czech capital
Prague Bus & Tram Stops to Get Wi-Fi
Up to 400 public transport stops are set to go online in the coming months
Czech Republic Improves in Corruption Index
The country moves up 16 places in Transparency International’s annual survey of world corruption
Vote for Prague as Best European Destination
What are the best cities to visit in Europe? Cast your vote for the Czech capital in a new 2016 poll!
