18 spas and wellness experiences in Prague and beyond
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From Thai massage to mountain saunas, these opportunities offer a way to unwind, a weekend reset, or a moment of "me time" across Czechia.
Prague district opens Brazilian-inspired street football pitch under viaduct
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A new free football pitch has opened under the Negrelli viaduct in Prague 7, inspired by Brazilian favelas and aimed at reviving street football culture.
Why Czechia remembers victims of the communist regime on June 27
June 27 is the Day of Remembrance of the Victims of the Communist Regime in Czechia, honoring political prisoners and those executed under communist rule.
New Copenhagen–Prague direct trains launch, but summer disruption looms
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A new direct rail link between Prague, Berlin and Copenhagen has finally launched in full, but passengers face a four-week disruption in July and August.
Extreme heatwave could break all-time Czech temperature record this weekend
Czechia faces potentially historic weekend heat with temperatures up to 41 degrees Celsius, which eclipse the all-time high of 40.4 degrees set in 2012.
Extreme heat alert: Survive Czechia's hottest weekend without air conditioning
With the country under its highest heat warning level, officials are canceling events, grilling, and offering safety advice. We've got stay-cool tips.
7 easy beach escapes you can reach by train or bus from Prague
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With airfares fluctuating and summer travel demand pushing prices up, Czechia-based travelers have more reasons to head to the beach via trains or bus.
This week in polls: How our readers reacted to the news
Every weekday we ask our readers about Czechia's hottest topics. Here's what this week's polls revealed – cast your vote now.
Drugs, trafficking, and dirty money go digital: What organized crime looks like in Czechia now
Two major crime reports came out this week. The findings show that crypto laundering, digital drug markets, and trafficking are on the rise in Czechia.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for June 26–28
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A photo icon's new exhibit, open-air music festivals across city stages, and end-of-school year freebies from admission to ice cream.
Summer Shakespeare festival brings the Bard back to Prague Castle in English
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The open-air fest debuts a new production of Twelfth Night in (middle) English in July; plus Prague Shakespeare Company stages Shakes all summer long.
Big changes to Prague public transport: Summer disruption, better weekend service, future fare hikes
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Prague's newly approved Prague Integrated Transport (PID) Planwants drivers to use the metro; meanwhile summer timetables are taking effect.
Czech filmmaker who inspired Tim Burton and Terry Gilliam, returns to screens in English
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Karel Zeman's films are returning to Prague cinemas with English subtitles and there's also no better time to discover his hidden museum.
The EUR 3 question: What really changes when you click ‘buy’ in Czechia from July
Online shopping in Europe is about to change in a way most consumers will only notice at the very last moment: the checkout screen.
Czech petition sparks debate over introduction of menstrual leave
The petition has quickly gained traction, gathering over 26,000 signatures from citizens demanding more humane treatment for women menstruating at work.
8 things you need to know about getting evicted or ending a lease in Czechia
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How do Czech tenancies end? We cover notice, eviction, and what the law says about tenant's rights in Czechia
'Dovolená' explained: Why the Czech word for vacation means permission
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A look at the origins of the word 'vacation' and the essential vocabulary you need to know before taking one this summer.
Lack of career growth driving employees to quit Czech companies, survey reveals
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A newly released domestic workplace survey suggests that "career stagnation" is the most critical warning sign for local employers trying to retain staff.
European heat dome hits Czechia: When will the scorching weather end?
Temperatures could exceed 35°C in the shade across Czechia this weekend with Prague potentially hitting 38°C.
