From fire in Letná to hunger stones: Czechia’s drought is intensifying. When will it end?
Czechia is facing one of its worst water shortages in decades, with record-low rivers, exposed hunger stones and a dry forecast raising fresh concerns.
Czech news in brief for August 11: Tuesday's top morning headlines
Fire breaks out in Letná Gardens, Prague-bound flight makes safe return after engine fault, and loud summer parties bringing fines in Prague.
Czech news in brief for August 10: Monday's top afternoon headlines
Foreign Ministry AC bill sparks 'cold war', unemployment in Czechia climbs, and Prague still dreams of a floating swimming pool on the Vltava.
Solar eclipse and Perseids: Where to watch Wednesday's double sky show in Czechia
A partial eclipse and Perseid meteor shower arrive Wednesday. Here’s where to watch in Prague, and why escaping the city could make all the difference.
Czech news in brief for August 10: Monday's top morning headlines
The week begins with a heat warning, Prague apartments keep shrinking as prices climb, and EU return button finally lands on Czech e-shops.
Why does Czechia remain so closely aligned with Israel?
As Israel rejects a US-backed Gaza plan, a Czech expert says historical ties and perceptions of Israel as part of the West shape Czech views.
Czech news in brief for August 9: Sunday's top afternoon headlines
Local skies set for two rare events this week, Czech tourists rescued by helicopter in Austrian Alps, and more Sunday headlines.
Czech news in brief for August 9: Sunday's top morning headlines
Heat returns to Czechia on Sunday, most Czechs back criminal liability from age 13, Jewish heritage sites open across Czechia, and more top headlines.
Czech news in brief for August 8: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
Thousands take part in Prague Pride parade, most Czechs fear escalation in Ukraine, and more Saturday headlines.
Czechia faces worst drought in decades as water levels hit 44-year low
The country is facing its worst water deficit in decades, with the Orlík reservoir at an extreme low and rivers across the country running unusually dry.
Czech news in brief for August 8: Saturday's top morning headlines
Drought across Europe reaches critical levels, Prague Pride parade to cap LGBT+ festival today, and more Saturday headlines.
Czech news in brief for August 7: Friday's top afternoon headlines
Filip Turek's offenses past statute of limitations, number of foreign visitors to Czechia stagnates, and a shakeup in Prague's entertainment industry.
Czech news in brief for August 7: Friday's top morning headlines
Drone scare at Leipzig prompts airport review, Tesco sale of Czech, Slovak stores inches ahead, and a new tool tracks Prague's sweatiest trams.
Drone scare in Germany prompts Prague Airport security review
After a drone carrying explosives was found near a German airport, Prague Airport is reviewing security as Czechia weighs stronger counter-drone powers.
Czech news in brief for August 6: Thursday's top afternoon headlines
Leipzig drone incident spotlights Czechia's lack of preparedness, Trump highly unpopular among Czechs, and the president becomes a photographer.
Prague commuters face sweltering trams as drivers warn of broken AC
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Broken AC on Prague trams has drivers posting their own warnings, as passengers struggle with heat and the transit authority responds.
Czechia plans to reduce NATO troop commitments abroad
The government wants to lower the maximum number of soldiers for NATO’s eastern flank from 2,000 to 1,600, saying the current limit hasn't been used.
