Czech President, PM honor late politician Karel Schwarzenberg at Prague funeral
Petr Pavel described the former foreign minister as a monumental figure in Czech history during his funeral at Prague Castle on Saturday.
Czech news in brief for December 10: Sunday's top headlines
Czech public underestimates wage gap, tree planted for Olga Havlová in Bratislava, and more weekend headlines.
Prague's Botanical Garden rings in the season with Christmas exhibition
The recent snowfall has added some extra flair to Prague Botanical Garden's lineup of seasonal events.
Missing kangaroo returns to Czech zoo after a year on the run
Dobby the kangaroo, suspected to have been stolen from Skalka Family Park Ostrava last year, has made a miraculous pre-Christmas return.
Czech scouts to receive Peace Light of Bethlehem from Austria today
A flame lit from the eternal fire in Bethlehem will be transported to Brno on Saturday as the annual Christmas tradition returns to the Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for December 9: Saturday's top headlines
Funeral of late well-known Czech politician Karel Schwarzenberg takes place, James Bond exhibit opens in Prague, and doctor-government dispute is not over.
Water bills to rise in Czechia next year – how much will you pay?
Regions set their own water prices individually in co-operation with water companies, leading to price disparities.
Czechia among European countries warned of increased threat from Hamas operatives
In personal letters sent to 20 EU leaders, the Israeli government has urged increased vigilance regarding Hamas operatives or sympathizers.
Czech health officials urge calm amid rise in dry pneumonia cases
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While the bacteria causing the pneumonia outbreak in China has been detected in Czechia, officials say it’s not uncommon during the winter period.
Czech news in brief for December 8: Friday's top headlines
Germany to extend border controls with Czechia, new Baroque exhibit opens in National Museum, and Pavel outperforms Zeman as president in a new poll.
Prague warns of icy hazards as city is slow to clear snow
Members of the public have deemed Prague’s response to the weekend snowfall as insufficient, citing fears over safety due to still-icy sidewalks.
An average Prague apartment will cost you 15 annual salaries, study shows
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Although apartments have become marginally cheaper to purchase, a serious lack of new buildings paired with high prices has caused sales to plummet.
Czech glass wins UNESCO distinction, crystalizing a fine cultural legacy
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The custom of handcrafting glass dates back to the 13th century in Bohemia, and today there are over 5,000 expert glassmakers nationwide.
Czech news in brief for December 7: Thursday's top headlines
Hanukkah celebrations begin in Prague tonight, teacher fired for spreading disinformation, and more top headlines for Dec. 7, 2023.
Baroque Troja Castle joins forces with Signal Festival to illuminate St. Lucy's Day
The free-to-enter, two-day display will present four light installations inside the castle and out from Dec. 12.
Another Czech supermarket bans live carp sales this Christmas
Billa is the second major store to ban the sales of live carp outside its stores, highlighting its attempts to show more care for animal welfare.
Zone changes and new monthly permits: Prague announces overhaul of parking system
The capital wants to streamline parking for residents while taking into account more eco-friendly measures.
