Store openings, free museums, and festivities mark Nov. 17 public holiday in Czechia
The Czech Republic marks the 1989 Velvet Revolution and 1939 student protests on Nov. 17, with free museum access in Prague and most stores staying open.
Legal foreign population in Czechia surpasses 1.1 million, new data shows
The Czech Interior Ministry reports continued growth in foreign residents in the third quarter of 2025, driven by Ukrainian temporary protection.
Czech news in brief for November 15: Saturday's top morning headlines
New Czech interior and defense ministers named, Christmas season kicks off in Brno, and more weekend headlines.
Krampus Show 2025: Prague’s most terrifying holiday tradition returning to Výstaviště
With 200 demonic figures, fiery performances, and a brand-new “Hell’s Cauldron” experience, the annual Krampus Show is back.
PODCAST: How the Velvet Revolution made your life in Czechia possible
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From secret escapes across borders to the streets of Prague, we reveal the dramatic fight for freedom that opened up Czechia to the world.
Czech news in brief for November 14: Friday's top afternoon headlines
Foreigners and Czechs arrested after meth operation, more people nationwide satisfied with democracy, Czech football club fined for rude display, and more.
Czech news in brief for November 14: Friday's top morning headlines
Billionaire negotiating major Czech media buy, national institutions keep Ukrainian flags flying, and ski prices climbing in Czech resorts
Czech news in brief for November 13: Thursday's top afternoon headlines
Current Czech president favored for re-election, Prague-based football team will play in larger association, Czech games make huge success, and more.
EVENT: Meet the Expats.cz editors for feedback and a film at Edison Filmhub
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Join us on Dec. 1 for a Movie Barf Monday screening of 'Orwell: 2+2 = 5' plus a chance to win tickets, prizes, and pitch you story ideas to our team.
Czech news in brief for November 13: Thursday's top morning headlines
School unions to detail strike plans today, cold front to bring snow and freezing nights, and Prague Metro Line C to close this long weekend.
Czech news in brief for November 12: Wednesday's top afternoon headlines
Hamas suspect arrested after leaving Czechia, Pavel presses likely future PM on Ukraine, most people are happy with where they live nationwide, and more.
Czech news in brief for November 12: Wednesday's top morning headlines
Happening now: Pavel to meet Babiš on conflict of interest, govt. set to approve bid for AI gigafactory in Prague, and Northern Lights coming into view.
Czech news in brief for November 11: Tuesday's top afternoon headlines
Change to drugs law changes who can buy kratom, Czechia's favorite president revealed, KFC in hot water after inspection, and more top headlines.
Nov. 17 celebrations: Freedom Festival returns with free, English-friendly lineup in Prague
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From talks to Tuzeks, brunch and more, this year's commemoration of the student protests leading to the Velvet Revolution is for all.
Czech news in brief for November 11: Tuesday's top morning headlines
Czech President weighs in on flag debate, Hepatitis A deaths rise in Prague, and St. Martin wines begin arriving.
7 international companies in Czechia looking for new talent
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New opportunities at English-speaking workplaces in Prague and beyond are open for jobseekers in tech, finance, creative industries and more.
Czech news in brief for November 10: Monday's top afternoon headlines
Russia jails Czech woman for fighting for Ukraine, Karlovy Vary's university gulf is spotlighted, and plan revealed for Nov. 17 public holiday.
