Czechia’s latest news
- Jiří Štěpnička, Czech voice of Harrison Ford and theater veteran, dies at 79
- Czechia open to Russian asset talks, but Schillerová seeks legal safeguards
- SPD calls for deep review after losing two-thirds of its local seats
- Former NHL star Hanzal becomes České Budějovice councilor, eyes sport
- Czech local elections may shape housing more than the national economy
Choosing a university in Czechia? Here are 5 places to explore your options
Learn degree programs, admissions, and campus life at upcoming Open Days for international and local applicants in Prague and beyond.
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.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for October 9–11
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An annual design fair, an iconic English-friendly Czech theater play and the best of European film festivals come to Prague this weekend.
Bold Festival 2026: Brno's two-day graphic design festival is a must for creatives
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On Nov. 9–10, Brno Bold becomes a full festival with workshops, Polish posters, global design stars and its first business stage.
From Kingdom Come to last call: Luke Dale opens medieval pub in Prague
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Actor Luke Dale has turned his Kingdom Come fame into Nobleman, a medieval-inspired Vinohrady pub built for locals as well as fans.
‘Somethingism’ in Czechia: How a secular society is built on the ruins of organized religion
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Czechia is often called the atheist capital of Europe. We take a look back at the country's religious history to show how that can be misleading.
Prague charity trick-or-treat returns: How families and hosts can join
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Children can follow a secret map across six Prague districts while collecting sweets and raising money for SOS Children’s Villages.
In vinárna veritas: Sipping your way through Prague's vintage wine bars
No need to travel to South Moravia to sample good and affordable Czech grapes. Expats.cz found some of Prague’s best vintage and unpretentious wine bars.
Choosing a bilingual school in Prague starts with asking the right questions
Schools may use the same term for very different programs. Here’s how to tell whether a school offers true bilingual education.
What’s on the ballot? A non-Czech speaker’s guide to Prague municipal elections
From housing and transport to schools and tourism, see where Prague’s parties stand ahead of the Oct. 9–10 municipal elections.
Prague ranks among Europe’s top 10 most dog-friendly cities in new list
Prague placed sixth in a new European ranking, earning praise for its dog-friendly dining culture, parks, and public transport.
How to find a lawyer in Czechia—and avoid costly legal mistakes
Finding representation with the right expertise and language skills is only one of the challenges foreigners can face in the Czech legal system.
