EXPLAINED: Why Czech PM is saying 'not yet' to euro adoption
In a program statement, Fiala definitively ruled out talks about adopting the single currency until late 2025 – he says the country is not prepared yet.
Czech police to give briefing on shooting as govt. gears up for gun law debate
Police are set to brief the public on the most tragic shooting incident in Czech history next week; a round table on gun legislation is also planned.
Czech news in brief for January 4: Thursday's top headlines
Prague police prevent self immolation at Russian embassy, a snowy weekend forecast for Czechia, and rape trial of prominent Czech doctor begins today.
Charles University to organize processional through Prague to honor shooting victims
The university will conduct a commemorative procession, 'Transmission of Light,' on Jan. 4; officials also addressed steps to heighten security.
Czech news in brief for January 3: Wednesday's top headlines
Rain triggers flood warning throughout Czechia, country sees surge in gun ownership, and more top headlines for Jan. 3, 2024.
Czechia navigates pivotal 2024 with elections, tax reform, and nuclear questions ahead
Elections for one-third of the Senate will serve as a crucial test for political parties leading up to the 2025 general elections.
Euro adoption pros and cons: Czech economists react to the president's speech
Political analysts and economics shared mixed views on Czech President Petr Pavel's New Year's Day speech which advocated for euro adoption.
Czech news in brief for January 2: Tuesday's top headlines
Two-time Czech Wimbledon champ announces pregnancy, police say New Year's Eve celebrations relatively uneventful, and more top headlines for Jan. 2, 2024.
Czech president's speech calls on society to overcome fear in aftermath of shooting
President Petr Pavel's speech also touched on euro adoption, the success and failures of the current government, and the vulgarization of politics.
Czech news in brief for January 1: Monday's top headlines
Czech tax reform package goes into effect, 59-year-old Czech actor makes pro basketball debut, and more headlines for January 1.
Czech news in brief for December 31: Sunday's top headlines
Czech pensions to increase by CZK 360 from January, NHL star returns to Czech Republic after suffering concussion, and more Sunday headlines.
Czech news in brief for December 30: Saturday's top headlines
Czech Foreign Minister urges continued support for Ukraine, prisons face overcrowding as inmate numbers surge, and more daily headlines.
Czech news in brief for December 29: Friday's top headlines
River levels fall across most of Czechia, state rail carrier changes timetable for New Year's Eve and Jan. 1, and police under review after Prague attack.
Czech interior minister urges regions to avoid fireworks after Prague shooting
As the country still recovers from the horrors of last Thursday's massacre, Vít Rakušan urged people to not increase public nervousness and unease.
Almost 50 Czech areas, including Prague, face flood alerts
A combination of high rainfall and melting snow have contributed to rising water levels across Czech rivers, with the highest risk in Ústí nad Labem.
Czech news in brief for December 28: Thursday's top headlines
Over 40 areas get flood-risk warnings across Czechia, police instructor voices off on gun laws, and Czechia to get mild temperatures for rest of year.
Prices of nicotine products to surge in Czechia – but by how much?
As part of the government's austerity package, taxes on cigarettes (both normal and electronic), heated tobacco, and nicotine pouches will rise sharply.
