Czech news in brief for July 23: Thursday's top morning headlines
Pavel vetoes budget law over debt concerns, Babiš floats pension bonus payment, warm weekend expected before storms return, and more Thursday headlines.
Long-lost Havel play returns to stage ahead of Czech president’s 90th birthday
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A previously unpublished one-act play by Václav Havel has premiered in Avignon nearly 40 years after it was written, ahead of anniversary commemorations.
Czech news in brief for July 22: Wednesday's top morning headlines
Pavel warns against attacks on judicial trust, Senate to debate EET return in August, and more Wednesday headlines.
Can you work while receiving unemployment benefits in Czechia?
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Czech job seekers can earn limited extra income while registered with the Labor Office, but there are important restrictions.
30+ English-friendly events worth your time this week in Czechia
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This week’s calendar runs from July 20-26, with tips for outdoor picnics and grill meetups, open-air concerts, a summer horror movie festival, and more.
Czech news in brief for July 19: Sunday's top afternoon headlines
Severe storms threaten eastern Czechia, Babiš revives Letňany government district plan, and more weekend headlines.
Prague 1 pushes for new Airbnb rules as residents demand more control
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Prague’s central district wants new powers to regulate short-term rentals, including tracking hosts, checking permits, and enforcing fees.
Czech news in brief for July 19: Sunday's top morning headlines
Pavel to decide on reelection in 2027, Czech extremism report excludes SPD, cold front headed to Czechia, and more weekend headlines.
Czech news in brief for July 18: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
Bus crash near Znojmo injures 47 people, Czech government likely to back school phone ban, and more Saturday headlines.
Prague’s 'mobile saunas' to cool down as 100+ more trams get air conditioning
A total of 123 additional Prague trams will receive air conditioning upgrades, making summer journeys more comfortable as temperatures rise.
European court rules Czechia violated rights in Roma man's death
The European Court of Human Rights found Czechia violated the rights of Roma man Stanislav Tomáš, ordering compensation for his family.
Czechia is bringing back EET. What shoppers and businesses need to know
Czech parliament has approved the return of electronic sales registration, bringing new reporting rules for businesses and changes for some customers.
Czech news in brief for July 18: Saturday's top morning headlines
Strong storms rip through Czechia and disrupt events, multi-vehicle crash closes the D1 highway near Prague, and more weekend headlines.
From pickles to garlic: 10 midsummer Czech food festivals worth traveling for
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Czech summer is a feast; discover local festivities that celebrate garlic, pickles, beer, and regional specialties across the country.
This week in polls: How our readers reacted to the news
Every weekday we ask our readers about Czechia's hottest topics. Here's what this week's polls revealed – cast your vote now.
Czech news in brief for July 17: Friday's top morning headlines
Two dead after Prague hostel attack, Zlín factory fire enters second week, most Czech swimming spots deemed safe, and more headlines.
Prague Castle welcomes record nine million visitors as access expands
Prague Castle saw record attendance in 2025 following renovations, the creation of new public spaces, and the removal of entrance security checks.
