Czech news in brief for July 21: Monday's top headlines
Czechs raise CZK 60M for Ukraine howitzers, police shut Prague street over fake grenade, and Czech culture prices rise with inflation.
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Majority of Czechs support return of death penalty, reversing a recent trend
A new CVVM poll shows 52 percent of Czechs support reintroducing the death penalty, with support highest among older and less-educated respondents.
Prague Castle to get updated security checkpoints: Winning design selected
A new modular design by Atelier HRA will replace outdated security shelters at Prague Castle, with testing to begin next year.
What do Czechs fear the most? Russia, drought among top threats in new survey
A new STEM survey reveals Czechs are increasingly concerned about Russia and drought, while fears about migration have declined since 2021.
Czech news in brief for July 20: Sunday's top headlines
Prague population to grow by 300,000 by 2050, Babiš and Okamura raise fears of vote manipulation, and more weekend headlines.
Elevated eats: 21 fine-dining destinations to visit across Czechia
From modern vineyard kitchens to countryside estates, explore hidden gems where local ingredients meet bold, seasonal cooking in Prague and beyond.
Flora joins list of Prague metro closures: Key lockouts to look out for
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Prague commuters face major disruptions as Flora and Hradčanská stations prepare for long closures, with rail and metro renovations across the city.
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Six EU countries, including Czechia, seek tighter migration laws
Czechia and five other EU states are pushing for stricter migration policies, faster processes, and stronger external border protection.
Czech news in brief for July 19: Saturday's top headlines
Czechia condemns Russian sabotage operations, Drunk man threatens children in Pilsen, and more weekend headlines.
What Czechia’s new criminal code means for cannabis, hate crimes, and sex offenders
President Pavel Thursday signed sweeping reform that eases cannabis rules, expands hate crime protections, and adds a lifelong child safety registry.
Czech news in brief for July 18: Friday's top headlines
Prague to open Ukraine return center in September, fire hits Colours fest, injures two staffers, and Slovakia backs EU sanctions, plans gas fight.
Best date-night restaurants in Prague, according to a local expert
From intimate courtyards and modern pubs to elegant terraces with skyline views, discover less obvious spots for special evenings.
Folklore gets its groove back this weekend in Prague
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From mariachi and tacos to embroidered skirts and Estonian stompers, Prague’s folk festivals are ditching clichés and dancing into the future.
Czech football’s ‘Big Three’: What to know as the 2025/26 season kicks off
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Prague's major football nemeses, along with clubs from outside the capital, will tussle for league and cup competitions – with some new, important changes.
Czech news in brief for July 17: Thursday's top headlines
Slovakia delays EU sanctions against Russia, Czech health care facing deficit spiral warn experts, and Kingdom Come fans flock to Trosky Castle event.
Czech news in brief for July 16: Wednesday's top headlines
Severe storms hit Czechia, Babiš: says ANO would ax Czech ammo initiative, and scientists seek Prague residents’ input on heat.
