DAILY NEWS UPDATE
Stone from Prague Castle inaugurates Jiřího z Poděbrad reconstruction
The 33-month project to renovate Jiřího z Poděbrad Square ceremoniously began yesterday, with a stone from Prague Castle's courtyard set as the foundation.
Giant Czech-made globes illuminate Brussels festival of lights
Two large models of the Earth representing the planet by day and night, produced in Brno, are now on display at the Brussels Bright Festival.
Czech President on Navalny: "He paid the ultimate price for his courage"
Hundreds of people paid tribute outside the Russian Embassy in Prague yesterday following the death of the imprisoned opposition leader.
Czech news in brief for February 17: Saturday's top headlines
Czech politicians, NGOs condemn Navalny death, parts of Czechia see record February temperatures, new plans for Miloš Forman Square, and more headlines.
New English-friendly book helps hikers conquer Czechia's most epic trail
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Seasoned hiker Martin Úbl guides readers through 20 sections of the 1,200-km-long Czech Trail, offering advice, anecdotes, and tips along the way.
A second Primark store is coming to Prague
The well-known, budget Irish retail chain will open its third branch in the country as it continues its drive to be more sustainable.
Czech leaders and English: Does proficiency matter?
A display of broken English by a Slovak cabinet member casts our minds to Czech politicians' – highly varying – levels of English proficiency.
Mass farmer protests to paralyze Prague Monday: Here's what you need to know
Thousands of tractors will cripple traffic in parts of Prague in protest against agricultural policy; officials recommend working from home.
Czech news in brief for February 16: Friday's top headlines
Macron heads to Prague in March, agriculture minister expresses solidarity with farmers ahead of protest, Czech volunteer killed in Ukraine, and more.
Prague's art nouveau Vyšehrad rail station set for contemporary facelift
The dilapidated Vyšehrad railway station building will undergo a major transformation in the coming years that will preserve it's historic siginificance.
Prague's National Theatre unveils a bold new lineup of performances for 2024
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The theater has announced its lineup for the coming season with a record number of premieres taking place.
Czech news in brief for February 15: Thursday's top headlines
Opposition calls for commission on shooting, Czechoslovak WWII veteran dies at 105, and tram service returns to Libeň Bridge.
Prague cronut bakery returns just in time for Valentine's Day
The reopening sets in motion a sweet showdown with two 'krobliha' shops set to face off in separate premises mere meters apart.
Most foreign students choose Czechia for its high-quality education
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Research also found that almost half of all students graduating in Czechia go on to stay in the country due to good work opportunities.
Czech Republic may join support operation for Gazans in field hospital
As the Czech Republic considers providing medical support to Gazans, opinions are mixed at home about Prague’s Middle East policy.
Czech news in brief for February 14: Wednesday's top headlines
Students urge Czech PM to support marriage equality, Czechia observes Ash Wednesday, and angry fans call Jagr's management of hockey team into question.
Valentine's Day flash mob in Prague to rise up against violence
A Feb. 14 flash mob devoted to raising awareness of violence against women returns to Palackého Náměstí following a five-year absence.
