Around 1 million foreigners will live in Prague by 2050
An attractive job market, improving business environment, and growing multinational companies all contribute to the capital's surging non-Czech population.
Prague to honor 56th anniversary of Warsaw Pact invasion with concerts, videomapping
Aug. 20-21 marks 56 years since Soviet-led forces invaded Czechoslovakia, resulting in many deaths and thousands of arrests.
Czech news in brief for August 20: Tuesday's top headlines
Hundred Czechs living in mpox-hit countries in Africa, Czech leaders to commemorate '68 invasion, and new documents related to Masaryk murder surface.
Netflix and not so chill? Streamer hikes up prices in Czechia
Following global trends, the country's most dominant streaming service by market share has bumped up the costs of three of its main packages.
Czech schools to offer more Czech language classes for non-native speakers
The number of foreign pupils in Czech schools has doubled in the past years; teaching must expand and adapt in response, says the Ministry of Education.
Prague universities to ramp up security for new academic year
The 2023 Prague shooting has caused a universal reaction from universities, with many top institutions developing measures introduced earlier this year.
Strong storms and relentless rain cause mass disruption across Czechia
Sunday night saw heavy thunderstorms and flash floods in many areas, leading to almost 900 reported incidents requiring emergency services.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for August 19: Monday's top headlines
Torrential rain hits Czechia, Prague police seek metro sex harasser, and tourist in Czechia suffers heart attack hiking Sunday.
Prague metro passengers urged to learn emergency protocol after fatal fall
A blind man was killed after falling on the tracks at a Prague metro station earlier this month, but quick action could have prevented the tragedy.
Venezuelans in Prague continue series of protests following disputed election
Dozens of Venezuelans protested in Prague against the re-election of Nicolas Maduro, denouncing election fraud and calling for freedom and democracy.
Czech news in brief for August 18: Sunday's top headlines
Strong storms and heavy rain in the forecast Sunday, Czech football player Hložek signs with Hoffenheim, and more weekend headlines.
Czech public health insurer tests quality-of-care reimbursement plan
Czechia's General Health Insurance Company (VZP) has introduced a new pilot payment plan designed to improve hospital efficiency.
Prague launches campaign to combat sexual harassment on public transport
The city aims to empower passengers to safely intervene in harassment on public transport, aiming to create a safer, more respectful travel environment.
Czech news in brief for August 17: Saturday's top headlines
Temperature record set at multiple measuring stations on Friday, Brno charity sends medical aid to Ukraine, and more weekend headlines.
TELL US: Do you see yourself as an 'expat' or 'immigrant' in Czechia?
The loaded debate on both definitions spans aspects such as nationality, motivations for moving to a country, and social class.
Order a bus on your phone: Prague and Central Bohemia trial on-demand bus service
The taxi-esque service will make traveling much easier for people living in relatively remote towns on the outskirts of the capital and in Central Bohemia.