Czechia’s latest news
- Cold snap to bring first real taste of autumn to Czechia next week
- NATO Days kicks off in Czechia with Red Arrows, military displays
- 'No excuses': US ambassador to NATO slams Czech defense spending
- Czech police step up patrols at train and bus stations amid security concerns
- Babiš: Russia is waging 'hybrid war' against the Czech Republic
10 dreamy stays for your next holiday break in Czechia
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This autumn, the country's public holidays offer the perfect excuse for a family-friendly vacation or a few nights somewhere special in Prague and beyond.
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.
Want to help clean up Prague? Here's how to join a volunteer event this weekend
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Dozens of volunteer cleanups are taking place across Prague this weekend. Here's how to find one near you and what to expect when you arrive.
How to survive Czech public transport: Words and phrases to know
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Learn the essential Czech words and phrases you’ll see and hear while traveling by tram, bus, metro or train.
Trivial pursuits build valuable community at Prague's quiz nights
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Trivia nights are more popular than ever in Prague, and the main prize may be new friendships.
EU proposes social media ban for kids, but Czech MEP raises privacy fears
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Children in Czechia could face new EU-wide social media age limits, but Czech MEP Markéta Gregorová warns age checks could threaten privacy.
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What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for September 18–20
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Royal relics, street parties and independent cinema highlights are coming to Prague this weekend.
Prague's notorious fake money scam is still running: How to avoid getting caught
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Prague police arrested and deported two men accused of swapping currency for worthless Belarusian banknotes, indicating the scam is alive and well.
Why Czech residency permits take so long, and what you can do about it
Foreigners in Czechia can wait months for residency and work permits. Here's what's causing the delays, and what applicants can do about them.
Beyond the multiplex: Where to watch English-friendly movies in Prague
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From quirky cinema halls to homey settings, Prague’s independent cinemas also cater to an English-friendly audience.
Oktoberfest in Prague 2026: 8 beer festivals to raise a glass this autumn
From Bavarian beer and bratwurst to Czech microbreweries and 240 craft brews, Prague's autumn beer festival season runs through October.
Poland is building far more apartments than Czechia. Can we catch up?
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Poland is completing nearly twice as many new homes per capita as Czechia, highlighting the supply constraints putting pressure on Czech housing prices.
Prague’s budget explained: Where the city spends your taxes
From public transport to neighborhood schools, Prague’s budgets reveal how tax money is spent and how widely spending varies by district.
Forgotten Prague park reopens with bowling alley, gardens and Vyšehrad views
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The revamped U Hradeb park in Prague 2 has reopened with a bowling alley, rooftop terrace, sports areas and a community garden.
Czechia plans digital overhaul of immigration paperwork from 2029
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Foreign residents could apply for Czech residence permits and receive official documents online under a major digital overhaul approved by MPs.
17 things to do in Prague this week – from Oktoberfest to crown jewels
Prague welcomes Oktoberfest early, the Czech crown jewels go on display, Mozart takes over an Old Town rooftop, and much more in store for this week.
Czech workers could lose sick pay for first three days under new proposal
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Czechia's labor minister backs restoring a three-day sick-pay waiting period, potentially leaving workers unpaid at the start of illness.
Czech cinema spotlight: Prague-shot 'Resident Evil' premieres this week
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See Karlín, Holešovice, and other locations in Prague stand in for Raccoon City in Zach Cregger's Resident Evil, on the big screen from Sept. 17.
Can you make the next metro? Prague rolls out smarter countdown screens
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Prague is upgrading digital screens at metro entrances to make it easier to see whether you have enough time to catch the next train.
Czech fuel prices hit four-year high: How much higher will they go?
Petrol is at its highest price since 2022, and analysts warn Czech drivers could soon pay even more as refinery margins surge.
See Czechia's crown jewels for free in Prague, but only for 10 days: Here's how
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The rarely displayed Bohemian Crown Jewels return to Prague Castle for 10 days, offering a free look at Czechia's most treasured royal artifacts.
