Czechia’s latest news
- Le Pen calls Babiš a key EU ally at Patriots for Europe meeting in Brussels
- Over half of ice cream samples fail Czech hygiene checks, inspectors say
- Czech glassmakers open their workshops to the public for a special week
- Flu vaccinations begin in Czechia as doctors encourage younger adults to get protected
- Czech inflation rises to 2.5 percent as fuel costs climb and rents increase
Good leadership in Czechia needs diverse perspectives. This global executive explains why
Milica Abella shares lessons from leading across cultures, including earning trust, encouraging different viewpoints, and adapting to Czech workplaces.
Czech drought dampens mushroom season, but autumn could still bring a revival
Vysočina reports its weakest season in years, echoing summer warnings elsewhere. Rain could help, but scarce finds call for careful picking.
Czech secondary school admissions: A 2027 guide for expat families
From school types and Cermat exams to language accommodations, here’s what international families need to know about 2027 admissions.
Lights go out on Czechia’s tallest towers as Liblice demolition nears
The 355-meter radio masts near Český Brod are due to fall in the coming days after no buyer secured funding for their preservation.
Wolves reclaim Šumava: At least 43 now roam the Czech-German border region
Monitoring reveals how returning wolves are changing forests, hunting and wildlife diets, more than a century after their disappearance.
Local host or pseudo hotel? Larger operators dominate Prague Airbnb listings
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Just 14.2 percent of Prague host accounts supply nearly two-thirds of Airbnb listings, raising questions about who really operates the rentals.
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Investing in Czechia: How to make your money work without triggering taxes
As investing becomes more accessible than ever, it’s crucial to understand tax rules that could trip you up.
Czech train travel gains momentum—and a scenic route offers reason to board
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Railways recorded nearly 97 million passenger journeys in six months. For an autumn escape, the Sázava valley offers scenery and history.
19 things to do in Prague this week, from Signal Festival to chocolate feasts
Prague lights up for Signal Festival, with German cinema, international concerts, chocolate tastings and autumn dining also on the calendar.
Freelancing in Czechia: Everything you need to know to start earning
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Going self-employed is a dream for many, but how can you turn it into a reality in Czechia?
Czech cinema spotlight: Wirbel finds haunting beauty in the Sudetenland
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A new Czech mystery, a landmark Czechoslovak classic, FAMU's 80th anniversary and Das Filmfest lead this week's English-friendly film guide.
Prague scraps taxi fare caps, reviving fears of notorious tourist scams
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Metered taxis no longer face city price limits. A deputy mayor wants the change reversed, while tourism representatives warn of costly rides.
Czech municipal elections 2026: Who were the weekend’s big winners?
STAN takes Prague, ANO wins six regional capitals, and five senators secure seats outright. Another 22 Senate races go to runoffs Oct. 16–17.
First minute travel: Czech agencies are already selling summer 2027 trips
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Early bookings are up 10 percent as Czech travelers seek lower prices, wider hotel choices and protection against rising travel costs.
Direct Prague–Hanoi flights launch, bringing Vietnam closer to Czech families
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Vietjet’s twice-weekly service includes an Almaty stop and adds a new travel option for Czechia’s nearly 70,000 Vietnamese citizens.
Prague’s glowing Beacon installation gets an extended stay through October
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Lee Broom’s sculpture outside the Rudolfinum will remain beyond Designblok, giving visitors more time to see its 292 recycled-glass segments.
This week's news: Here's what you had to say
Every weekday we ask our readers about Czechia's hottest topics. Here's what this week's polls revealed.
Britain mulls reversing Brexit: What would it mean for UK expats in Czechia?
Britain’s Prime Minister has opened the door to a debate on undoing Brexit, so how would it affect the lives of Brits in Czechia?
How AI is changing work for proofreaders, translators and English teachers in Czechia
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The advent of AI has shown a dramatic change in the workload for translators, proofreaders and teachers – with a key effect on Prague's expat community.
WATCH: Prague grows through 2,000 years of history in a new 3D timelapse
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A Blender animation traces Prague’s transformation from ancient settlements to today, bringing landmarks, battles, and floods to life.
Living alone vs. as a couple: What it costs to live in Prague by household
From rent and groceries to nights out and holidays, we calculate how Prague living costs change when two incomes become one household.
