Taking off: Prague Airport sees strong rise in passenger numbers in 2023
Popular destinations from Prague include London, Paris, and Milan, with flight numbers projected to reach their highest levels during July and August.
Czechs are gearing up for a summer spent in nature
Be prepared to spend more on backpacks, trekking shoes, and camping mattresses, which are among the hits of the season.
Czech govt. staying on Twitter for now, despite German concerns
Germany's cabinet mulls leaving Twitter due to the changes that came into effect since Elon Musk took over.
News in brief for July 4: Severe storm warning issued across Czechia for Wednesday
Czech foreign minister says Russia will be a long-term threat, opposition expresses support for cash payments, and apartment prices see slight fall.
Foreign streaming platforms to contribute to new Czech audiovisual fund
Representatives of all distribution platforms reached an agreement with the Culture Ministry that will be part of an upcoming audiovisual law.
New online rules pose challenges to Ukrainian refugees
As of the start of July, refugees have to apply for support electronically, but many lack email or usable credentials.
News in brief for July 2: Top headlines for Czechia on Sunday, July 2
McGregor arrives in Karlovy Vary, Czechia assumes V4 presidency, and more top headlines for Sunday morning.
News in brief for July 1: České Budějovice named European Capital of Culture in 2028
The top headlines for Czechia for Saturday, July 1, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech police probe cult-related deaths in forest near Český Šternberk castle
Two cult members associated with a self-proclaimed healer from Kutná Hora died in a forest ritual in the Benešov region in August.
News in brief for June 30: Karlovy Vary Film Festival red-carpet ceremony begins
Defense minister comments on global security, Fiala shows worry about Hungary and Poland's refugee attitude, and more headlines for Friday, June 30, 2023.
Czech crime center: Russia launching more cyberattacks, democratic countries at risk
Today's release of an annual report on Czechia's security shows that cyber-based threats from pro-Russian groups are particularly pronounced.
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News in brief for June 29: Czech PM – more cooperation needed with non-EU countries about immigration
Czechia bans Russian athletes from competition, a new agriculture minister, union strikes to go ahead, and more news in brief.
Paratroopers jump into the Vltava to mark the Czech Army’s 30th anniversary
While its roots go back much longer, the Czech Army as it exists now was established in 1993.
Czechia reverses plans to introduce financial punishment for rape
The new law will mean that convicted rapists must receive a prison sentence rather than only a financial penalty, which the state considered introducing.
News in brief for June 28: Actor Russell Crowe touches down in Karlovy Vary
The top headlines for Wednesday, June 28, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech NGO issues stark warning over Poland's Turów coal mine
According to the Together for Water organization, new data shows seriously decreasing water levels in a Czech town near the border with Poland.
Czech university votes to dismiss dean who attended anti-government protests
According to Prague University of Economics and Business rector Petr Dvořák, Miroslav Ševčík's actions seriously damaged the image of the university.
