Careful where you cross: Prague police are cracking down on jaywalking
Prague police fined 119 pedestrians and cyclists over the past two days as officers step up enforcement of red-light crossings and unsafe street use.
Write of return: 15 years after Klaus stole a pen in Chile, Pavel replaces it
Czech President Petr Pavel left his pen behind in Chile during his recent visit, echoing the viral 2011 incident that once made global headlines.
Why Zdeněk Svěrák is one of Czechia’s most beloved cultural icons
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Zdeněk Svěrák turns 90 today. From Cimrman to Kolya, his work has shaped Czech humor, film, and theater across generations.
Hundreds of thousands fill Prague's Letná Plain to protest Czech government
An estimated 250,000 people gathered in Letná on Saturday as organizers warned of democratic backsliding and criticized the Babiš government.
Prague tourist trap to become ice cream parlor after Honest Guide exposé
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Gelato Bohemia will open under Čechův most in Prague's city center, replacing a notorious tourist trap with artisanal ice cream and desserts.
A record number of Americans are moving abroad, and Czechia is a top destination
Amid rising costs and political uncertainty, more Americans are relocating abroad, with Czechia seeing a surge in new residents.
How a Czech mole infiltrated the CIA and walked across the Bridge of Spies
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Forty years ago this week, Czechoslovak agent Karel Köcher was exchanged for Soviet dissident Anatoliy Sharansky on Berlin’s Glienicke Bridge.
Number of foreigners in Czechia continues to rise: Where are they from?
The legal foreign population in Czechia topped 1.13 million by the end of 2025, primarily driven by Ukrainians under temporary protection.
EXPLAINED: What's behind the new inquiry into Epstein's activities in Czechia?
Newly-released US documents show Jeffrey Epstein’s connections to Czech women and possible visits to the country, prompting political scrutiny.
Czech athletes at the 2026 Winter Olympics: Who to watch and when
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The Czech men's ice hockey team faces France on Feb. 12, while top athletes in skiing, snowboarding, and speed skating also vie for medals next week.
EXPLAINED: The legacy and future of Prague’s historic Invalidovna complex
The baroque complex in Karlín, originally built for war veterans, is set for a major renovation to become a cultural hub by 2030.
Czech firefighters free man trapped in Moravian cave in dramatic rescue
Firefighters and speleologists freed a man trapped 50 meters underground near Rudice after a complex 21-hour rescue operation.
PHOTOS: Snow blankets Prague streets as public transport faces delays
Heavy snow continues across Prague, causing bus and train delays, altered stops, and plowed tram tracks while city crews manage the storm.
Prague to Berlin in under 4 hours: Czech train travel gets a boost this weekend
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A new Dresden railway section cuts Prague–Berlin travel times by 15 minutes, while Czech Railways and private carriers update timetables nationwide.
Frank Gehry's Prague legacy: How the Dancing House reshaped the cityscape
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World-renowned architect Frank Gehry passed away at 96, leaving an enduring mark on Prague through the iconic Dancing House.
Prague trams chart new course: 6 routes to reshape city network from 2026
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New tram lines, starting with Dvorecký Bridge, aim to serve 150,000 passengers daily and reshape Prague’s public transport network.
What to do in a crisis: Czechia distributes new 72-hour guide to households
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A printed guide explaining how to survive the first 72 hours of a crisis is being delivered to 5.2 million Czech homes and is also available online.
