Czech scientists say fireworks create a ‘toxic shower’ of dangerous chemicals
Representatives of the Czech Academy of Sciences say a ban on fireworks should be considered due to the dangerous chemicals they put into the ecosystem.
President Zeman condemns Russian aggression in his final Christmas speech
The retiring politician also looked back on his long career and pointed out his economic and diplomatic accomplishments.
Prague kicks off annual Week of Free Sports
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Through next weekend, Prague residents and visitors can enjoy free entry to gyms, pools, courts, and other sports venues throughout the capital.
Today's headlines: Daily news refresh for Czechia
The country's top news in brief for the week of Dec. 26–30, 2022
Prague indie cinema Kino Atlas has screened its last film
The cinema announced the sad news on social media ahead of the holiday weekend, revealing that the building owner did not extend the cinema's lease.
War in Ukraine, Danuše Nerudová among Czechia's most-searched terms for 2022
Presidential candidate Danuše Nerudová was the most-searched Czech personality over the past year, ahead of January's election.
Prague celebrates Christmas with locals and tourists on Kampa Island
City officials invited residents and visitors to Kampa Park on December 24 to enjoy a traditional Christmas lunch including fish soup.
Prague shopping center serves up Christmas dinner for those in need
The shops at Westfield Chodov are closed through Tuesday, but hundreds of people in need will enjoy a Christmas dinner at the mall this evening.
Weekend headlines: Prague welcomes an unseasonably warm Christmas Day
Plus: Czech firefighters report to 45 Christmas Eve fires, Czech Christmas post processes 313 kilograms of letters, and more weekend headlines.
Czech Republic rings in the Christmas holidays
Dec. 24 is when gifts are exchanged and Christmas dinner is consumed in the Czech Republic, kicking off three days of Christmas celebrations.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Take a stroll through a snow-covered Prague
Prague will not see a white Christmas this year, but you can take a festive trip through the Czech capital from just a few days ago in 4K resolution.
Uber to become official taxi service for Prague Airport
From early next year, the rideshare platform will become the official taxi provider for travelers arriving at Prague Airport.
Christmas in Czechia: Shop closures, transport changes, and fun things to do
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An overview of opening hours as well as public transport changes this holiday season and tips for non-traditional ways to celebrate.
Prague switches off Christmas tree in solidarity with Ukraine
Christmas trees in major cities and lights on iconic buildings around the world were switched off Wednesday for one minute.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Enjoy Christmas at the zoo, walk like a penguin and more buzzworthy headlines for the last daily roundup of the year.
Today is the last day to post Christmas presents
Česká pošta and other carriers said today was the last chance to send presents for guaranteed delivery before Christmas Eve.
Prague's holiday 'book taxi' will pick up your used books and sell them for you
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Earn extra money and clean off your bookshelves this Christmas with a unique service from an online bookseller.
