Quarantine, Cinderella, and dumplings: Czechs’ top Google searches paint a picture of 2021
The most-searched topics and people show a nation preoccupied with the pandemic and societal changes.
Events across Prague to mark 10 years since Václav Havel’s death
Concerts, films, a procession and more are planned to recall the life of the dissident and former president.
Czech adaptation of Martin McDonagh play shut down after playwright issues race clause
The play has been performed in Czechia for a decade; currently the character of Toby is being portrayed by a white actor in blackface.
Christmas markets may be closed but the holiday spirit endures in Prague
Rogue markets are sidestepping the government ban on Christmas; while others offer handicrafts and holiday cheer in accordance with the rules.
Latkes and a giant menorah: Jewish communities around the Czech Republic celebrate Hanukkah
The start of the eight-day Jewish holiday coincided with the end of commemorations for the 80th anniversary of the first Terezín deportation.
The best things to do in Prague this week: November 29–December 5
See festive nativity scenes, do socially-distanced glamping, stay at home and stream with a new Prague-shot holiday film, or enjoy Sunday brunch.
Advent lamplighter returning to Charles Bridge this holiday season
From tomorrow evening through the Christmas season, the gas lamps on Prague's Charles Bridge will be lit by hand at dusk every night.
Prague's festive transport fleet hits the streets this weekend
Two trams, a bus, and a cable car will sport holiday lights and decorations until Three Kings Day.
'Outrageous': Prague mayor and other officials react to Christmas market ban
The sudden decision to close the holiday markets took many by surprise, and the reaction is largely negative.
PHOTO GALLERY: Prague's most famous landmark gets its clock cleaned
The upper row of allegorical figures have been removed for a cleaning and a new coat of varnish.
Foreigners living in the Czech Republic react to carp and other Christmas traditions
A recent poll of employees working for an international company in Prague found out how expats really feel about carp and other holiday traditions.
The best things to do in Prague this week: November 22–28
The Old Town Square holiday market opens, several restaurants offer Thanksgiving turkey, and ice skating rinks open across Prague.
Christmas tree for Prague's Old Town Square cut down near Liberec
The Christmas tree for Old Town Square's Christmas market was cut down this morning, and will soon be on its way to Prague.
Prague avant-garde theatre pioneer breaks language barrier with bold performances
Alfred ve dvoře is for "people who prefer art galleries," says artistic director Tomáš Procházka of the theatre's visual, non-verbal shows.
Prague villa walk reveals the fascinating history of a First Republic dynasty
The palatial villas of Bubeneč, built by a Czechoslovak banking dynasty, are the subject of a new English-friendly tour.
PHOTO GALLERY: Thousands mark Velvet Revolution anniversary in Prague
Former president Václav Havel appeared on Wenceslas Square as a deep-fake hologram, while Prague, Dubai, and NYC lit up in the tricolor for the occasion.
Prague's Christmas markets are opening amid a Covid surge – here are the rules for visiting
Concerns are being raised about whether the Czech Republic’s traditional Christmas markets can go ahead as planned as Covid cases skyrocket.
