Czech private castles open for rare public access: Which to visit this weekend?
Several of the protected buildings are based in Central Bohemia and have passed through the hands of domestic and foreign nobility over centuries.
Czechia ousts US in ice hockey world championship, prepares for semi-final
A narrow victory means that Czechia will face Sweden in the tournament's semi-final, which will be played this weekend.
Czech President Petr Pavel hospitalized after motorcycle accident
A hospital spokesperson confirmed that the 62-year-old president was admitted, treated, and kept at Prague's Central Military Hospital for observation.
Czech news in brief for May 24: Friday's top headlines
Public broadcasters are most trustworthy news providers, woman smuggling drugs in underwear caught at Prague airport, and hundreds attend rally in Prague.
New study reveals which days, how often Praguers work from home
More people are coming into the office compared to 2023, which has also increased passenger numbers on Prague's metro network.
New Prague Karlín-Holešovice bridge will serve pedestrians, trams, and traffic
The capital's municipal transport committee will select one of several proposals that will link Prague 7 with Prague 8.
Government approves amendment guaranteeing daycare for children
From 2026, three-year-olds will have a legal right to a place in a kindergarten or children's group, else the government will pay parents compensation.
Czech news in brief for May 23: Thursday's top headlines
Chamber of Deputies to debate controversial pension reform, Czech court approves extradition of Indian to US, and Book World begins today in Prague.
A population in languages: These are Czechia's most common mother tongues
A new report calls on Czechia to bolster support for minority languages with more bilingual signposts and broadcasting. Which languages apply?
Amid aging doctors and staff shortage, Czech health system faces breakdown
With over 400 doctor's surgeries forced to close in the past five years, pediatric and adolescent care is worst-affected by the shortage of physicians.
Canada edges out Czechia in overtime Ice Hockey World Championship thriller
The Czech team, now in second place, faces off against the US on Thursday, May 23. Canada will play Slovakia in the quarter-finals.
Czech news in brief for May 22: Wednesday's top headlines
Fiala, Netanyahu discuss ICC arrest warrants, Czech crown strengthens against major world currencies, and acclaimed Czech architect dies.
Upcoming changes will streamline key transactions and operations in Czechia
Digital powers of attorney and shared ATM networks, spurred by the country’s digitization and tech efforts, aim to make life easier for consumers.
Ambitious Žižkov housing project is drastically scaled down
After facing criticism from preservationists and public institutions, Centrum Nové Žižkov will now feature just one low-rise building instead of three.
Stars of the electronic music scene to shine at Metronome Prague 2024
From Kosheen to The Blaze, an intense dose of international beats comes to Metronome Festival at the Prague Exhibition Grounds from June 20-22.
Czech news in brief for May 21: Tuesday's top headlines
Repair of faculty damaged by shooting complete, German border controls create Czech traffic jams, and govt. party members oppose cannabis reforms.
Czechia considers halting Michelin payments for restaurant reviews
Czechia has spent around CZK 4 million on a study to determine if it is worthwhile for the renowned brand to continue evaluating restaurants nationwide.