Pioneering project gave Prague homeless CZK 100,000 to start a new life
The study aims to refute the common misconception that people are homeless by choice, do not want to work and only abuse substances.
Ancient Czech winter ritual reimagined as political protest on Charles Bridge
As tourists looked on, protester marched through Prague this weekend with a ‘Motorana’ effigy to protest recent government funding cuts to the arts.
Czechia to extend Ukrainian workers' residency despite populist pressure
The cabinet led by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš will extend a program allowing economically independent Ukrainian refugees to secure long-term residency.
Point president, match Babiš? Czechia's government stand-off is over—for now
Babiš's government survived the no-confidence vote, but President Pavel won the battle over Turek's appointment. Political scientists explain the paradox.
From blackmail to mass protest: A complete guide to Czechia's political meltdown
Your guide to this week's political chaos: threatening messages, police complaints, toxic appointments, and the mass protest planned for Prague Sunday.
Czech budget freezes defense spending, boosts transport and families
The government is keeping defense at 2 percent of GDP, meeting NATO commitments but adding no extra, focusing instead on transport and family programs.
Czech government admits economy can’t function without internationals
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Nearly 1 million internationals now work in Czechia, with the government highlighting their role and planning faster residence permits.
Czechia finally has a government: From NATO to taxes, here's what comes next
As the country ends its political deadlock, Babiš’s new coalition will begin work on social, economic, and foreign policy priorities.
Czechia’s government standoff explained: What's next and what's at stake
Behind the delay is a clash over conflicts of interest, ministerial ethics, and the president’s duty to uphold constitutional norms.
What to expect as Czechia announces its new government
Czech MPs open parliament as ANO, SPD, and Motorists sign coalition deal. Babiš expected to be nominated PM by mid-December.
Corporate tax cuts, V4 restoration: New Czech government's policy plan revealed
The incoming Czech government pledges zero tax increases, corporate tax cuts, social benefits expansion, and strengthened air defense in policy statement.
Outrage mounts in Czechia as party backs Turek amid racism scandal
Czech political crisis grows as Motorists back Filip Turek, a potential foreign minister whose social media posts included racist and xenophobic content.
Czechia's new redesign strategy aims to fight fraud with fonts
The change aims to prevent fraudsters from misusing official visuals and to ensure the logo is displayed in a more centralized way.
Czech Foreign Minister Lipavský set to resign amid coalition crisis
Lipavský’s commitment to democratic values and Western alignment has garnered praise, particularly during challenging geopolitical times.
Czech govt. approves new bill regulating sale and use of fireworks
Under the new bill, the sale of fireworks will be more tightly controlled and municipalities will have the authority to completely ban their use.
'Housing for regular incomes': Czech government unveils affordable housing plan
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The goal of the program is to increase the share of available rental apartments on the market and make housing more accessible for the middle class.
Transparency International: Corruption persists in Czechia despite marginal gains
Experts at Transparency International blame Czech politics for its absence of a 'strategic approach' in combating corruption.
