WEEKEND PHOTOS: Vespas in Prague, Czech Derby, and Metronome Festival
The 12th annual PragoVespa saw over 400 motorcycles drive through central Prague and the capital also put on its annual, lavish Czech Derby horse race.
Prague greenlights major part of Hlavní nádraží transformation
A new roof and zoning plan will allow new buildings to be developed directly by the station, new tram lines, and the redevelopment of the surrounding park.
Ahoj, Monday! 5 things you need to know this week in Czechia
A quick guide to start the week ahead with news and tips for Prague and Czech Republic.
Czech news in brief for June 24: Monday's top headlines
Czech voter sentiment shifts post EU election according to STEM survey, reconstructed Máj opens today, and Argentina's president visits Prague.
Czech President honors anniversary of Nazi destruction of Ležáky
Petr Pavel noted the need for historical remembrance during a ceremony at the Ležáky Memorial on the 82nd anniversary of the destruction of the village.
With Respect to Prague: Czech capital approves plan for sustainable tourism
Efforts to change Prague's image from a party destination are on the right track, and a new plan through 2027 will continue to support long-term goals.
Czech news in brief for June 23: Sunday's top headlines
Czechia, Georgia tie 1-1 in football championship, Czech homes remain without power after heavy storms, and more weekend headlines.
Czechia gets another spa town as Frymburk receives official designation
The South Bohemian town on the banks of the Lipno Reservoir will become just the second town since 1989 to receive the title from the Ministry of Health.
Prague unveils memorial to shooting victims six months after deadly attack
A temporary sandstone monument at Jan Palach Square honors the victims of the Dec. 21, 2023 shooting at Charles University's Faculty of Arts.
Czech news in brief for June 22: Saturday's top headlines
New Ukrainian ambassador to Czechia named, Pavel to meet with government and opposition leaders next week, and more weekend headlines.
Czechia ranked 12th-friendliest country in the world – is it really?
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A study found that people in Czechia had higher levels of agreeableness and made others feel more 'at ease' than several other European countries.
Central Europe's new Silicon Valley? US giant announces major investment in Czech town
The highest investment by any company made into Czechia ever, the CZK 46 billion from the US manufacturer will go towards a semiconductor power plant.
'Bizarre porn habits and a schizoid personality': New details about Prague shooter emerge
The 24-year-old behind Czechia's largest mass killing experienced 'feelings of isolation, injustice, and resentment.'
Czech news in brief for June 21: Friday's top headlines
Prague bus arsonist had ties to Russia, Prague buys Wenceslas Square building for CZK 3.5bn, and second-round entrance exam results now online.
Czechia's eRecept app shows you which medicines are available in pharmacies
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Based on a list of low-supply drugs in Czechia, the app will use a person's location and show the nearest pharmacies that have a specific medicine.
Pilot program will see 1,000 Indonesian tech students join Czech firms
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To help address the shortage of skilled labor in Czechia, the government has struck a deal to get more young people and students into the country.
Kasárna Karlín launches public fundraiser amid uncertain future
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The culture venue's founders are asking for help to 'keep this unique place alive' after Prague 8 banned its activities earlier this month.
