Vandal paints pro-Russian ‘Z’ near Prague’s Charles Bridge
If caught, the vandal could be charged with showing support for crimes against humanity.
Czech beer consumption reaches fifth-lowest level since 1950s
The market was hit not only by Covid restrictions but also by long-term trends for drinking less.
From Bavaria to Bohemia a joint exhibition will show Baroque art in a new light
The international exhibit will put the era into context and should be one of the significant cultural events of the year.
What will deeper military ties with the U.S. mean for Czechia?
The Czech Republic wants to end its reliance on Soviet-era military hardware but will not allow the U.S. to establish a permanent base.
Prague’s landmark Máj department store closing for restoration
Two of the original architects are working on a project that will bring back some of the original look to the 1970s structure.
Spies, heists, and Ukraine take the spotlight at this year's Febiofest
Ukrainian director and former political prisoner Oleh Sentsov will receive the Kristián Award, but cannot attend as he is fighting in the war.
Petition wants Prague street named for Soviet marshal renamed for comic genius
Previous efforts to rename Koněvova Street in Žižkov have failed but the war has once again put the issue in the spotlight.
Parents in Czechia should get two months of paid leave as of August
An EU directive passed is intended to create a better work-life balance for families, but the Czech Republic has not yet passed the required legislation.
Prague’s Lennon Wall covered in poems for Ukraine
A Prague-based poetry social network is providing a forum for poets across the world to express their thoughts and feelings about the war in Ukraine.
Dark times? Prague ranks as one of the dimmest world capitals
The Czech capital has ranked in the bottom 10 of a list of the most brightly lit cities, but that may not be a bad thing.
Czech project to make water from dry air wins prize at Dubai Expo
Over 1 million people visited the Czech pavilion at Expo 2020 in the six months it was open.
Stunning Czechoslovak film posters are the subject of a new Czech-English book
Many of the most impressive examples of these arftul posters from the socialist era are by one artist, Karel Vaca.
The National Technical Museum's latest exhibit pays tribute to Czech glass
The large-scale exhibition includes over 500 pieces of glass, ceramics, and porcelain ranging from art to technical products.
Facing center or straight ahead? Praguers can now vote on metro seating
Metro passenger can answer 12 questions to help determine the future configuration of metro seating.
Winning designs for Prague Market revitalization project revealed
The long-neglected area in Holešovice will undergo a multi-year transformation into a shopping and culinary center.
Poll: Will you still wear a respirator on Czech public transport?
The legal obligation to cover your mouth and nose on public transit ends at midnight, but many experts urge caution.
Czech puppet Hurvínek will blast off on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket
A glass rendition of the mischievous puppet will be launched inside a Czech-made microsatellite in June.