Prague's landmark Powder Tower to undergo extensive renovations this summer
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Built in 1475, the tower is one of the most significant monuments of Gothic Prague and considered the entrance to the Royal Way leading to Prague Castle.
Czech news in brief for July 25: Thursday's top headlines
Prague airport's flight information board breaks down, senators debate Russian Orthodox church in Czechia, Czech TV to offer 320-hour Olympic coverage.
New data shows Czech economy recovering better than expected after Covid-19
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A major data revision has improved the state of Czechia's public finances and GDP, although economists note that the country still trails behind others.
Prague's historic center to ban car traffic at night from Wednesday
Opponents says the ban will not help the ongoing noise problem from nighligtlife in the given area and that a more long-term solution is required.
Czech news in brief for July 24: Wednesday's top headlines
Czech crown loses against major world currencies, Czechia offers help to Croatia following shooting, and Prague approves doubling of towing fees.
Czech education minister proposes mandatory English from first grade
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A second foreign language, such as German, French, or Spanish, from the sixth grade could also be required as part of govt. education reforms.
Patients' rights and foster care: Czech president signs new amendments into law
On Tuesday, Czech President Petr Pavel also signed into law changes on debt relief, medicines, and public fundraising.
Travelers beware: Remember this tip when paying outside Czechia this summer
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Dynamic currency conversion, although designed to be convenient, often offers much worse exchange rates for consumers at ATMs and payment terminals.
Prague announces multi-million-crown campaign to help foreigners integrate
The program will support the cultural, social, and educational activities of national minorities as well as promote integration via cultural events.
Czechia to end price caps for alternative taxi services
According to the Ministry of Finance, currently high competition means that prices should stay low regardless, therefore negating the need for regulation.
Czech news in brief for July 23: Tuesday's top headlines
Food prices continue to rise in July, Orban does not speak for EU's interests, and a smart tram is successfully tested in Pilsen.
From A/C battles to cucumber season: Surviving summer in a Czech office
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A guide to summertime in the Czech office including how much vacation time you're entitled to, how employers should respond to heatwaves, and more.
How the EU's new AI law will shape the Czech labor market
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Coming into effect next month, the regulatory framework sets out to prevent the technology from harming people and infrastructures.
Property prices continue to rise in Czechia – especially Prague
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Lower mortgage rates have spurred demand in property purchases, pushing up prices across most of the country.
Czech leaders respond to Biden's exit from the US presidential race
Czech leaders and political analysts speak out after the current president and Democratic nominee's 'unprecedented' withdrawal from the election Sunday.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
Your quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for July 22: Monday's top headlines
Czech analysts call Biden exit 'unprecedented', local retailers recover from CrowdStrike update, and intense heat followed by strong storms this week.
