Temelín to load US nuclear fuel as Czechia diversifies from Russian supplier
Westinghouse fuel will enter Temelín’s first reactor during its current shutdown, alongside a move to longer cycles between refueling outages.
Man loses foot attempting to ride between carriages on Prague’s metro
Municipal police released footage of the incident at Karlovo náměstí as a warning about the dangers of riding outside metro carriages.
Thousands rally in central Prague as Czech TV and radio employees strike
Students and public media workers gathered at Wenceslas Square Tuesday to oppose a funding overhaul they say threatens editorial independence.
Bohemian Paradise set to lose UNESCO label by end of year
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After receiving a warning two years ago, the Czech protected park failed to convince UNESCO inspectors during their latest visit.
Next stop, game night: Prague trams get an Uno-inspired card game
A Prague tram card game turns stops, transfers and ticket inspections into a tabletop contest, with a new edition now available in the DPP fanshop.
Litomyšl Castle sees record attendance in 2026, and stays open for winter
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Restored façades and a new historic theater tour have drawn visitors to Litomyšl, where a winter route remains open Thursday through Saturday.
Czech TV and radio strike begins: Live news cut as archive programs take over
The daylong walkout is disrupting public broadcasting across Czechia. Basic news and traffic updates continue, while children’s channels stay unchanged.
Pavel warns Europe risks being sidelined in talks on peace in Ukraine
The Czech president urges European governments to seize a diplomatic opening and backs Czech guarantees for a proposed EU loan to Ukraine.
Charles University students plan Nov. 10 protest to support Czech public media
Charles University will grant a half-day teaching break for the protest, while students will also join Tuesday’s rally and broadcaster strike.
Smaller Czech harvest means fewer bottles of St. Martin’s wine this year
Some 1.6 million bottles will carry the Svatomartinské label this November, down 300,000 from last year, following a smaller grape harvest.
Prague court acquits Chinese man in first case under foreign-spying law
A judge found prosecutors had not proved intent to threaten Czech security. The defendant was released from custody, but prosecutors have appealed.
From Moravia to Texas: November events trace Czech emigrants’ American stories
A regional program marks 170 years since an organized migration wave to Texas, with exhibitions, films and free buses between event locations.
Czech temperatures to plunge below zero this week, but clearer skies ahead
Clouds will give way to sunshine later this week, while frosty mornings and freezing fog arrive. Light ice could form in places Saturday.
International journalism groups back Tuesday’s Czech public media strike
More than 30 organizations have endorsed the Nov. 3 walkout at Czech Television and Czech Radio, warning of political pressure through funding.
Josef Mašín, whose armed escape from communism divided Czechia, dies at 94
The last survivor of a trio who fought their way to the West in 1953 has died in California. His group’s legacy remains deeply contested.
Czech lives in limbo: Trump’s immigration crackdown reaches expats in US
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A deported friend, families missing Czech school and fears of separation: Czech residents describe life under Trump’s immigration crackdown.
18 things to do in Prague this week – from Day of the Dead to Arsenal football
Champions League football, Mexican street food, free science events and illuminated gardens bring plenty of excitement to Prague this November.
