How I blend Czech and American Easter traditions in Prague
Hosting Easter brunch means mixing customs. Here’s how I combine Czech and American dishes and decor for a multicultural feast with friends.
Czechia’s largest shark aquarium is being built at Olomouc Zoo
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A new shark aquarium and education center is under construction in Olomouc Zoo, set to become the largest of its kind in Czechia.
Czechia will launch its own Earth-observation satellite into space in 2030
Czechia plans to launch the AMBIC satellite in 2030 to monitor natural disasters, transport, and land use from low Earth orbit.
Prague’s historic trams and buses launch 2026 sightseeing season
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Historic trams 41 and 42, along with bus K, are running again in Prague as of this weekend, offering vintage rides across key city routes through 2026
Why Zdeněk Svěrák is one of Czechia’s most beloved cultural icons
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Zdeněk Svěrák turns 90 today. From Cimrman to Kolya, his work has shaped Czech humor, film, and theater across generations.
Czech drivers warned about new scam demanding toll and fine payments
Czech authorities are warning drivers about fraudulent SMS messages demanding toll or fine payments, linking to fake websites stealing card data.
Guláš to-go and smažák on pizza? Czech frankenfoods take on the classics
From guláš-filled rolls at OMV stations to smažák pizza in Seč, in some corners of Czechia, comfort food is getting a twist.
What does the bear say? From 'brum' to 'haf' how animals 'speak' Czech
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Animals, of course, do not change their 'language' at national borders. What changes is the way we perceive and represent their sounds.
Molotov cocktails thrown at Russian House in Prague
An unknown suspect threw several Molotov cocktails at the Russian Center for Science and Culture last night.
Dog poop, noise, and rent: Local elections can help your 'hood – but who can vote?
Municipal elections in Czechia matter for everything from parks to permits; here’s how the city government works and who can vote this autumn.
Nick Cave, jazz in the squares, and island festivals: Prague's open-air calendar for 2026
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Prague's open-air season kicks off in late April and doesn't stop until June. Sting, free buskers, fringe theater, and a lot in between.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for March 27–29
The National Gallery season opening, knedlíky in a quiet garden, boat rides to the zoo, and theater across the city.
Prague launches new off-the-beaten-path Dan Brown-inspired tours
Starting from April, new guided tours inspired by Brown’s latest novel will take visitors to places outside of the city center.
100 days of Czechia’s government: What’s changed, what’s next, and how it affects you
This week marks 100 days since the new Czech government took office, and it’s been a bumpy ride. Here’s our recap’.
Time to pay taxes in Czechia: Common mistakes to avoid and deadlines to know
Each year, tax offices report the same recurring mistakes, many of which can lead to delays, missed refunds, or even penalties.
Three suspects charged with terrorism for Pardubice fire: What we (don't) know so far
Arrests have been made, and the investigation is moving swiftly, but there’s still a lot we don’t know about last week’s arson attack.
How new multi-currency accounts could save you money in Czechia
Just in time for summer travel, Czech banks are creating accounts that allow consumers to stock up on foreign currency during a favorable exchange rate.
'Jet lag without the travel': Czechia loses an hour of sleep this Sunday
While the European Union has long debated ending the biannual clock shift, without unified consensus in Brussels, the status quo will continue.
Pioneering project gave Prague homeless CZK 100,000 to start a new life
The study aims to refute the common misconception that people are homeless by choice, do not want to work and only abuse substances.
