Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
Your quick guide to start the week ahead with news, tips, and hacks for Prague and Czech Republic.
Slovak town declares state of emergency after fatal weekend bear attack
Politicans are calling for the culling of 30 bears that are regularly seen near human dwellings; a similar attack took place in in the same area in 2021.
Czech news in brief for October 7: Monday's top headlines
Former Taiwan president to visit Prague amid tensions, hospital warns of new TikTok challenge, and Library Week kicks off in Czechia.
Build your own Prague funicular with this new construction set
The popular Prague vehicle is out of commission until 2026, but you can get your hands on its updated version in the from of a new SEVA toy model.
Innovation Week in Prague to explore AI, climate change, and mental health
Running from Oct. 7-14, this year's Innovation Week in the Czech capital will address key issues across multiple areas with nearly 200 expert guests.
Czech news in brief for October 6: Sunday's top headlines
New Jersey defeats Buffalo again in second NHL game in Prague, Pro-Palestine protest in Prague urges policy shift, and more weekend headlines.
Northern lights may again be visible over the Czech Republic this weekend
Due to recent solar eruptions, an aurora borealis may be visible over Czechia this weekend with potential sightings amid changing weather conditions.
Czech news in brief for October 5: Saturday's top headlines
New Jersey wins NHL season opener in Prague, Belgium to send aid to flood-hit Czechia, and more weekend headlines.
Prague police detain student threatening to shoot up school class
The 18-year-old student allegedly threatened to carry out a shooting at his school in the Prague 8 district.
VISUALIZED: Is the Czech population growing or shrinking?
With more emigration than immigration and deaths outnumbering births, this infographic explains the factors behind Czechia's population decline.
Czech news in brief for October 4: Friday's top headlines
Parliament continues debate on key pension reform, Covid-19 and flu cases on the rise in Czechia, and Bob Dylan kicks off three nights in Prague.
Prague police clash with Dutch fans trying to force entry into stadium
Dozens of Ajax Amsterdam fans tried to force their way into the stadium without tickets ahead of Thursday's Europa League match against Slavia.
Former top FBI negotiator Chris Voss to headline leadership conference in Prague
Voss, who led FBI teams specializing in international negotiations with kidnappers and terrorists, will speak at the Prague Castle event Oct. 8.
Prague ranks among worst European capitals for traffic safety
Over 1 million cars in the capital, paired with poor road markings and insufficient bus lanes, can make Prague feel like a dangerous place, people say.
Czechia's new defense strategy calls for strengthening of NATO's eastern flank
At the same time, Ukraine's ambassador to the Czech Republic is calling for more stringent sanctions against Russia reflecting security concerns.
Czech news in brief for October 3: Thursday's top headlines
Czechia reports lowest unemployment in EU, Czech education reforms to limit school deferrals, and South Moravia seeks weakest grape harvest in decade.
Designblok 2024: Prague’s premiere design and fashion festival begins today
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Over 200 artists, studios, and brands will take part in the annual event, which will focus on the theme of youth and see an old museum reopen.
