Prague Spring enters second week with star debuts, tributes, and chamber highlights
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After a dazzling opening week, concertgoers can expect another packed program through May 25. Here are the highlights for the weekend and week ahead.
Czech news in brief for May 22: Thursday's top headlines
Czechia open to 5 percent defense GDP if NATO agrees, Czech, German police tackle border delays, and Czechs bet big as faith in hockey team fading.
Czechia says goodbye to its ‘Robert Redford,’ the man who made Karlovy Vary matter
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Thousands honored the legacy of Karlovy Vary Film Festival president and Czech cultural icon Jiří Bartoška at Prague's Rudolfinum Tuesday.
Czechia’s nuclear gamble: Why a power plant deal is fueling EU feuds
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A legal dispute has drawn the attention of the European Commission, and involves a battle between France and Czechia concerning a construction contract.
Czech news in brief for May 21: Wednesday's top headlines
US exit from Ukraine talks would aid Putin, says Pavel, Czech police investigate HHC poisonings, and thousands bid farewell to Bartoška in Prague.
New driving rule: You can now hit the road in Czechia without carrying a license
This new amendment to the Road Traffic Act, approved earlier this year, only applies while driving in Czechia.
Teens in Czechia face widespread cyberbullying and online hate, survey finds
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The country is significantly above the EU average in both cyberbullying and online hate speech among young people.
Major disruption on Prague metro: Power failure halts C line service
This is the line's second major issue in as many days: a replacement bus service is available for those who will be affected on the commute home.
Watch your bills: How to check if you've overpaid for heating in Czechia
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Now that the heating season is over, experts advise people to check their readings and tariffs to make sure they aren't being overcharged.
Czech news in brief for May 20: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech FM: Gaza aid must be ensured, public farewell for actor Jiří Bartoška begins today, and the Czech hockey team faces U.S. in group finale at worlds.
Wegovy launches in Czechia: New era for obesity treatment begins
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The Danish diabetes drug is now officially available for weight loss in Czechia, offering a medically supervised option to help tackle obesity.
German man sentenced to seven years for fatal bottle attack on Welsh tourist in Prague
The 27-year-old, who admitted to striking the victim was also ordered to pay €195,000 to the victim’s children and banned from Czechia for a decade.
Czech news in brief for May 19: Monday's top headlines
Czechs to face Germany in penultimate WC match, Czech hill Říp is remnant of ancient lava lake, and Dan Brown spotted in Prague.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 tips for surviving the week ahead in Czechia
Check your heating bill carefully, free activities in Prague this week, and tips for early-bird coffee and free English-language audio content.
Czechia’s worst tourist traps, ranked—and tips on where to go instead
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A recent Flowee list ranked the country's most overrated tourist attractions; here’s where to go in Czechia for real experiences beyond the crowds.
Czech parliamentary election 2025: What expats need to know
Czechs abroad can vote by mail for the first time in the 2025 parliamentary election. Here’s what to know about voting, parties, and key election rules.
'Like Skynet': Czech drones powered by AI are being deployed in Ukraine
Drones made by LPP Holding are able to operate autonomously, navigating without GPS and enhancing combat capabilities amid electronic warfare.
