Dec. 23 named as day of national mourning after deadly Prague shooting
Czechia's president and senior ministers paid tribute to the deceased victims, urging national unity and strength while praising Prague's rescue services.
Prague opens crisis hotline, ramps up police presence after deadly shooting
A hotline will operate around the clock until further notice and is intended for anyone seeking basic information related to today’s events.
World leaders and politicians respond to Prague mass shooting
Politicians from around the world have expressed deep condolences and sympathy following Czechia's deadly shooting.
The 10 best things to do in Prague this weekend: Dec. 22–24, 2023
From Danish pastries to fish soup, warm up with seasonal delights, washed down with Christmas beer. Plus: A new light park, river skating rink, and more.
Shooting in Prague's Jan Palach Square leaves 15 people dead, dozens injured
The nation observed a day of mourning on Dec. 23.
Little tree, little gift, little Jesus: 'Tis the season to learn Czech diminutives
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The holiday season is the perfect time to brush up on Christmas vocabulary, which often takes the diminutive form.
Czech president's Paris visit reinforces ties with key ally
During his meeting with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, Pavel honored the late Václav Havel while also discussing support for Ukraine.
Czech news in brief for December 21: Thursday's top headlines
ANO would win November parliamentary election, UN adopts historic Czech-red resolution on human rights in the digital realm, and more top headlines.
Starbucks has opened its first branch inside Prague Castle
The 54-seat cafe on the grounds of the UNESCO-listed monument is located near St. Vitus Cathedral.
Carp, turkey, both, or neither? Tell us what’s on your holiday menu in Czechia
We'd like to hear from you: Has your Christmas plate evolved since moving to the Czech lands?
Prague forest double homicide: Weapon traced to Charles University mass shooter
With the suspect on the loose, police have asked the public to come forward with information relating to a murder in Klánovice forest last Friday.
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Czech news in brief for December 20: Wednesday's top headlines
Indian detainee in Prague decries inhumane conditions, police apprehend Romanian holiday pickpocket ring, oldest living Czech female war vet dies at 102.
ASK AN EXPERT: What documents are required to rent an apartment in Czechia?
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The experts at Engel & Völkers Prague explain the paperwork and documentation required during the rental reservation and leasing process.
PHOTO GALLERY: A first look at Prague's planned Libeň-Holešovice bridge
Aside from making the bridge safer and better-reinforced, the surrounding area will see new green spaces, cafes, and shops.
Czech holiday calendar 2024: How many days will you get off next year?
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Next year will see 10 out of all 13 public holidays fall on weekdays, guaranteeing extra time off for much of the Czech workforce.
EXPLAINED: How Czechia's state budget works – and why the deficit could affect your finances
Next year’s budget aims to curb spending and increase revenue by ramping up taxes and ending tax concessions. What does this mean for everyday citizens?
Czech trust in world leaders falls: Macron, Čaputová outperform Biden, Zelenskyy
A new survey shows that trust in Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dropped, while Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán is more trusted than US President Biden.
