Prague Market kicks off 2022 cultural season with Worlds of Czech Animation
An exhibit dedicated to 75 years of Czech animation launches a year of culture that includes food festivals, music concerts, and other events.
Czech firefighters rescue 40 passengers stranded on Jeseníky ski lift
Plus: Czech unemployment rate rises to 3.7% in January, husband-and-wife curling team falls out of Olympic medal consideration, and more weekend headlines.
Covid-19 travel update: Czech map dark red, UK to ease entry requirements
All EU countries are still considered very high risk in the latest Czech map, while the United Kingdom will ease entry requirements from February 11.
Hike, castle, repeat: 5 reasons to visit Czechia's stunning Křivoklát region
As the Environment Ministry names part of Křivoklát a national park, here’s a rundown of what makes the area a jewel in Czechia’s crown.
Social media saves traditional herb shop in the heart of Prague
When an old-fashioned herb shop in central Prague announced its closure, support on social media led to a new lease of life.
Dog takes second solo trip on Prague metro, police suspect it’s not her last
Misi showed particular interest in the city maps on the police computer screens when she was held at the station.
As the Winter Olympics start in Beijing, here’s where to follow the Games
This year’s official Czech ‘Olympic Festival’ is in Brno, but the opening ceremony and the Games themselves will be broadcast on various channels.
Prague's Clementinum records warm start to the year
Beijing Winter Olympics to officially start today, Zeman calls for calm over Russia-Ukraine tensions, the Czech Republic has a new ‘unicorn' start-up.
Scaremingham? Quaint English translations of Prague neighborhoods
With some speculation and creative wordplay, you can see the historical equivalents of all 112 official districts.
On this day in 1342: Prague's medieval Judith Bridge collapsed
The predecessor of Charles Bridge stood for 170 years until it was destroyed in a flood; traces of it can still be seen today in Prague.
A new poll reveals the Czech Republic's favorite foreign nations
Research shows that Czechs have positive perceptions of their neighbors but negative impressions of eastern powers.
Czech National Bank raises interest rates to a twenty-year high
Plus: Deal on Turów mine may be imminent, Czech hockey team beat hosts China in opening Olympic tie, Bulovka BioBox opens for contagious patients.
New survey ranks the Czech Republic's greenest grocery-store chains
The lists shows which Czech supermarkets offer the best range for vegans as balanced lifestyles make meat-alternatives more popular.
Czech 2021 economic growth beats expectations, but still below pre-Covid level
After a record downturn in 2020, the economy has take a big step toward recovery but is not out of the woods yet.
Forbes’ '30 under 30' reveals the most influential young Czechs
Athletes, musicians, influencers, and business leaders made it into Forbes’ prestigious ranking of the country’s most powerful young people.
Threats of 'radicalized' protest movement amid parliament debate
Plus: designs for tallest Czech skyscraper revealed, women’s rights groups slam Istanbul Convention delay, Security Council warns of Russian aggression.
Prague tops ranking for highest cost of living in the CEE region
While the Czech capital was the most expensive in the region, but residents have the highest purchasing power.






