Czech Philharmonic a hit at New York's Carnegie Hall with sold-out concerts
As part of Czech Week in New York, the orchestra performed three sold-out shows for guests including architect Daniel Libeskind and actor Alec Baldwin.
Czech news in brief for December 8: Sunday's top headlines
Czechia marks second Sunday of Advent, Pilsen confronts overpopulation of invasive nutria, and more weekend headlines.
A Czech creative studio produced the new World of Warcraft trailer
A new teaser showcasing long-awaited player housing in the iconic video game franchise was created by Prague-based creative studio All Animal.
Prague's Charles Bridge gets new lighting, with each statue set to shine
Work on a new lighting system for Charles Bridge has been completed, with the iconic landmark's statues set to be lit up by the end of the year.
Uber launches taxi service for teens, promising safe rides in Prague and Brno
The ride-sharing company has introduced a new service in Czechia for teenagers, allowing for parental oversight and enhanced safety features.
Czech news in brief for December 7: Saturday's top headlines
Avalanche warning issued in Krkonoše Mountains, Czech MPs delay decision on lex Ukraine amendment, and more weekend headlines.
Czech politicians and TikTok: Where political strategy meets French fry costumes
While Prime Minister Petr Fiala shocked the public joining TikTok, the far-right ANO party has been nailing it with viral posts.
Prague's Negrelli Viaduct opens its first glass-enclosed arch as culture center
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If this pilot project—available for commercial and public use—is successful, more arches along the 174-year-old bridge will open up.
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Milan-inspired historical tram returns to Prague after 60 years
Decommissioned in the 1960s due to safety issues, the vintage tram will run along Prague's historic routes and can also be rented for private use.
Czechia’s fireworks tradition facing crackdown: New laws could dim New Year's Eve
Illegal fireworks sales have long sparked concern among regulators with inspectors uncovering massive violations.
Czech news in brief for December 6: Friday's top headlines
Czech MPs to vote on crypto rules, energy law, police probe shooting hoax at Czech university, and Prague begins work on Hydropolis education center.
VISUALIZED: How fast Prague apartment prices are rising
It now takes almost 15 annual gross salaries to buy a new-building apartment in Prague; our infographic shows how prices have outstripped wage growth.
Marmeláda or džem? Deciphering the EU's sticky breakfast directive in Czechia
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A new decree, inspired by European law, aims to align Czech terminology for everything from syrup to honey with EU regulations.
1,000 students and staff evacuated following Czech university shooting scare
A reported attack on the campus of the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen was not confirmed despite an evacuation and presence of SWAT team.
Czech news in brief for December 5: Thursday's top headlines
Senate approves retirement age hike to 67, Druzhba pipeline halts oil flow to Czechia, and govt. backs creation of new national park.
'Leave the devil outside': Czech parents rethink the scarier side of Mikuláš festivities
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More and more Czech parents are stepping back from the custom of threatening their kids with a visit from the devil on Dec. 5, the eve of St. Nicholas Day.
Czechs weigh in on the pros and cons of the public healthcare system
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A survey has found that Czechs are in favor of healthcare reform, giving the current system just average marks.
