New Czech extremism law sparks protest – and could end Soviet souvenirs in Prague
As the law comes into force Jan. 1, legal experts warn that Soviet-era symbols and memorabilia sold in Prague could fall into a gray area of prosecution.
Czech news in brief for December 31: Wednesday's top morning headlines
Snow expected across most of Czechia today, Putin sends New Year greetings to Slovakia’s Fico, and major sports events to take place in Czechia in 2026.
Czech news in brief for December 30: Tuesday's top morning headlines
Discovery of body halts trains in Prague, heavy fines loom under new fireworks rules, and Three Kings charity drive begins in Czechia on Jan. 1.
Czech news in brief for December 29: Monday's top afternoon headlines
Hospital merger to leave patient care intact, over 500,000 Czech driving licences expire in 2026, and rules vary by purchase for returned gifts.
Czech news in brief for December 29: Monday's top morning headlines
Road crews warn of icy conditions across Czechia, housing prices, rents to rise again in 2026, and historic convoy marks WWII paratrooper landing.
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Czech news in brief for December 28: Sunday's top afternoon headlines
Czechs pay tribute to well-known French film actress, icy conditions expected across Czechia tonight, Prague announces New Year's discounts, and more.
Czech news in brief for December 28: Sunday's top morning headlines
Czech mall evacuated due to shooting threat, new supermoon on the horizon, carmaker removes controversial Prague billboard, and more.
Czech news in brief for December 27: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
More ski resorts open across country, Czechs report positive attitude on incomes next year, popular sports figure speaks on Ukraine, and more.
Czech news in brief for December 27: Saturday's top morning headlines
Minister wants to introduce plastic-bottle return system, antifreeze leak hits university, ex-president blasts former government, and more.
Czech news in brief for December 26: Friday's top afternoon headlines
Czech PM and US president discuss their countries' renewed ties, hardy swimmers brave icy Christmas swim, and more train disruptions, delays in Prague.
Czech news in brief for December 26: Friday's top morning headlines
Ukraine peace hinges on Russian compromise, Czech schools to report student absences from January, EU to charge customs fee on small parcels from abroad
Czech news in brief for December 25: Thursday's top afternoon headlines
Czech pensions set to rise in January, interest in Covid vaccination has declined, and death anniversary of writer Čapek honored in Prague.
Czech news in brief for December 24: Wednesday's top morning headlines
Stores in Czechia to close at noon today, up to 20 cm of snow forecast for Šumava, and Czech Christmas meals will cost less this year.
Czech news in brief for December 23: Tuesday's top morning headlines
Okamura: Trump talks, not ammo aid, key to peace, EU funds to help repair flood damage in Czechia, and food prices cited as huge expense for Czechs.
Czech news in brief for December 22: Monday's top afternoon headlines
Czechia to review ammo initiative next year, Czech passports prices affordable in comparison, and Paramount to drop several TV channels in Czechia.
Will Czechia keep Ukraine’s ammunition flowing? Understanding the 'Prague Pipeline'
A Jan. 7 meeting will decide if Czechia continues coordinating Ukraine’s ammo program, with major consequences for European security.
Czech news in brief for December 22: Monday's top morning headlines
Pavel to vet controversial MP Turek on Monday, snow showers expected on Christmas, and Czech schools begin Christmas break today.
