DAILY NEWS UPDATE
'You have helped us immensely': Zelenskyy thanks Czechia for ongoing support
The Ukrainian President praised Czech military aid during a Sunday visit to Prague Castle following talks with President Petr Pavel.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy arrives in Prague, to meet Pavel at Prague Castle
Volodymyr Zelenskyy and his wife arrived in Prague for a state visit just before noon; officials initially withheld details for security reasons.
Visit an underground icon: 1930s military fortress reopens as Czech tourist attraction
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The unusual tourist attraction in Těchonín kicks off the season with new exhibits, improved facilities, and efforts to gain national heritage status.
Czech news in brief for May 4: Sunday's top headlines
Pavel expected to host Zelenskyy today, temperatures hit 30 degrees in South Moravia, lightning strike injures two German tourists, and more headlines.
Prague's Charles Bridge reopens following police standoff
Police closed off the Prague landmark for about two hours on Saturday afternoon after a man with a knife climbed atop one of its statues.
Czech news in brief for May 3: Saturday's top headlines
US auto tariffs to hit Czech firms indirectly, Friday was Czechia's hottest day of 2025 so far, and more weekend headlines.
Prague's Riegrovy sady to end concerts, live music earlier amid noise complaints
The earlier closing time is part of a wider initiative to reduce both noise and environmental impact at the popular park's beer garden.
What happened in the Czech city of Pilsen 80 years ago today?
In the aftermath of World War II, the Western Bohemian city was freed not by Soviet, but American forces. The US legacy is marked by an annual festival.
Czechia climbs press freedom ranks as economic threats mount globally
Boosted public funding and reduced media concentration help Czechia climb press freedom rankings, though challenges persist.
Czech news in brief for May 2: Friday's top headlines
Pro-life march disruption raises questions, students begin math and language exams today, and SAPA raid nets over 10,000 counterfeit items.
More pay, more foreigners, more Europe: 21 years of Czechia in the EU
Czechia marks 21 years in the EU with higher wages, booming trade, and growing foreign influence—alongside lingering doubts about its place in Europe.
Czech news in brief for May 1: Thursday's top headlines
Czech ForMin to brief cabinet on China relations, Czechs mark Labor Day with rallies, parades, and Czechia draws major TV shoots for 2025.
Czech president to host foreign leader amid speculation of Zelenskyy visit
Prague Castle’s ticket offices, information centers, gardens, visitor facilities, and exhibitions will be closed to the public on Sunday.
Is the Czech grid protected from blackouts like in Spain and Portugal?
A large-scale power outage like the one that swept across the Iberian Peninsula is unlikely to occur in Czechia, say officials. Here's why.
Czech news in brief for April 30: Wednesday's top headlines
Bomb discovery prompts 200-person evacuation, Jiřího z Poděbrad Square revamp nears finish, and bomb discovery prompts 200-person evacuation.
10 ways Czechia is winning (and losing) on the issues that will shape its future
Amnesty International’s annual report reveals Czechia’s progress and setbacks in addressing pressing social, political, and human rights challenges.
Czech Railways ready to pilot Elon Musk's Starlink on trains this summer
Musk’s SpaceX plans to equip Czech trains with Starlink internet, offering passengers faster, more reliable onboard Wi-Fi.
