Czech health officials urge calm amid rise in dry pneumonia cases
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
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
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.
Czech news in brief for December 6: Wednesday's top headlines
Tram collision in Prague leaves three injured, Czech labor minister proposes minimum wage hike, and Schwarzenberg coffin to go on display today from noon.
Glide away: A complete guide to ice skating in Prague this winter
Almost all rinks in the capital will be open until the end of February next year, with most accepting visitors every day of the week until the evening.
International Volunteer Day: Help an expat-founded charity feed and clothe Prague’s homeless this winter
The expat-focused and English-speaking charity aims to provide material items to Prague’s homeless while giving them the gift of friendship.
Czechia announces mandatory collection of textile waste from 2025
Minister of Environment Petr Hladík criticized Czechia's current system for not sorting waste enough.
Czechia's average wage surges by 7 percent, but declines in real terms
Despite a sizable increase in nominal wages, rampant inflation seen in much of the past two years has actually devalued salaries.
Czech news in brief for December 5: Tuesday's top headlines
Prague mayor under fire for racial slur, doctors strike could end by Friday, and St. Nicholas events take place throughout Czechia today.
Explicit WhatsApp groups prompt growing alarm among parents and educators in Czechia
The rise of WhatsApp groups circulating violent and pornographic content to young children without their consent is being investigated by police.
St. Nicholas celebrations in Prague: Where to meet saints, devils, and angels in 2023
Plus: Learn how Mikuláš is connected to Santa Claus and why this centuries-old tradition lives on in Czechia today.