Czechs have their own way of cooking. These 7 specialties prove it
One of Prague's most well-known executive chefs shares anecdotes on Czech dishes that rarely appear abroad, and why Czechia is a nation of soup lovers.
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 – cast your vote now.
Czechia spent CZK 19 billion on Covid vaccines, but only used half of them
The country has used fewer than half of the 41 million Covid vaccine doses bought since 2020, with CZK 8 billion worth destroyed after expiring.
Everything that changes in September in Czechia – and what else is new
New rules, school changes, transport updates, store closures and other key changes affecting life in Czechia this September.
Prague tram changes ahead: Museum line and ’80s oddity return
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Prague's tram network is changing again, with service returning between Muzeum and I. P. Pavlova next week, while a rare T3 formation runs on line 19.
Foreign students now make up nearly a fifth of Prague’s schoolchildren
Children from abroad account for 7.7 percent of primary pupils nationwide, with Ukrainians making up the largest group and numbers still rising.
Design, Dvořák, and Prague’s doors open: September’s culture fix
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From a major new DOX exhibition to the Crown Jewels on display and opera under the stars plus electronic art and sci-fi films.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for August 28–30
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Street raves meet museum exhibitions and tango collides with cosplay duels this weekend in Prague.
Prague to double free bikeshare rides for transport pass holders
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Prague’s new bikeshare plan doubles free daily rides for Lítačka users and boosts subsidies for operators serving the city’s outskirts.
New mural brings Czech lace heritage to a Prague city square
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Polish artist NeSpoon brings a centuries-old Czech lace pattern to life as a new large-scale mural in Prague’s Žižkov district.
Fresh wave of Russian-linked threats hits Czechia online and off
Czech intelligence warns of Russian sabotage risks as fake websites, TikTok accounts and social profiles spread pro-Russian narratives in Czechia.
The art of making Czechs like you: An etiquette masterclass for expats
We asked etiquette experts how to avoid common mistakes when interacting with Czechs – and make a better impression.
Swapping your license in Czechia: Don’t skip these crucial steps
From certified translations and medical checks to driving tests, here's what foreign drivers need to know before making the switch.
Two eclipses in two weeks: Czech skies set for another rare show this Friday
The Moon will slip into Earth’s shadow just 16 days after a partial solar eclipse darkened skies across Czechia.
Foreigners in Czechia could face mandatory deportation for major crimes
The governing coalition wants mandatory deportation for foreign nationals convicted of specified crimes carrying prison sentences of three years or more.
Why Czech salaries still feel low even as wages rise
Czech wages are growing rapidly, but new data on household finances and the 2027 minimum wage show why many workers still don't feel better off.
Czech kiosk economy takes off, from ride-hailing to retail
From Primark checkouts to Bolt kiosks, businesses are expanding the number of transactions customers can complete without an employee – or a phone.
Prague is building more bike routes. So why aren't more people cycling?
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Prague's cycling network now stretches about 550 kilometers. Here's where the city has added and what's next.
Czechia considers limits on alcohol, energy drinks, and CBD: How does Europe compare?
Czechia is considering new limits on alcohol, energy drinks and psychoactive substances. Here's what's changing, and how Europe compares.
