Czech doctors, WHO warn: Alcohol kills 7,000 yearly—it's time to act
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Health leaders call for tighter booze laws, ad bans, and tax hikes as the Czech Republic faces one of the world’s worst drinking rates.
Hackers hit Czech PM’s X account, post fake Russian attack claims
Petr Fiala’s X account was hacked early Monday, with false posts about a Russian attack and U.S. sanctions. The government confirmed the breach.
Czech news in brief for April 8: Tuesday's top headlines
Norway joins Czech-led ammo initiative, Czech president criticizes trade war, and Ještěd to get futuristic glass cable car.
Slovakia’s FMD outbreak: What it means for Czechia, from border delays to economic risks
While foot-and-mouth does not pose a risk to humans, it could severely impact Czech agriculture, livestock exports, cross-border travel and trade.
Czech news in brief for April 7: Monday's top headlines
Czech president begins historic Africa trip, Letná knife attacks leaves two critically hurt, and Austria closes 24 border crossings.
Modernization of Prague's Masaryk Railway Station is in full swing
Construction at the Prague train station is advancing, with a new platform, park, and pedestrian overpass set to reshape the historic rail hub.
Czech news in brief for April 6: Sunday's top headlines
Czech farmers brace for frost damage after cold spell, Liberec WWII children's memorial vandalized, and more weekend headlines.
Czech news in brief for April 5: Saturday's top headlines
Prague Stock Exchange falls in wake of Trump tariffs, Czechs raise over CZK 1.2 million for Myanmar, and more weekend headlines.
Travel alert: Prague Half Marathon causes road closures and tram diversions Saturday
The race will lead to multiple road closures in the city center and across Prague 4, 5, 7, and 8, while many trams and buses will be rerouted.
Czech news in brief for April 4: Friday's top headlines
Ukraine war outcome will reflect West's strength, Czech exporters warn of layoffs due to tariffs, and dozens compete for best Pilsner pour today.
This week in Czechia: The national reckoning with sexual violence deepens
Protestors asked 'How many times will this happen?' as Czechia faced backlash over a lenient sentence for years of rape and abuse of a minor.
Czech news in brief for April 3: Thursday's top headlines
Trump tariffs to hit Czechia hard, hundreds protest low sentences for sex offenders, and massive spider sculpture crawls into Prague.
More flights, new routes: Where can you fly to this summer from Czechia?
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Ramped-up connections and new cities, including to popular south European destinations and different continents, give travelers plenty of options in 2025.
Czechia’s benzene disaster explained: What happened and what’s next
Czechia has declared a state of emergency after a train derailed, causing the world's largest benzene contamination.
Czech news in brief for April 2: Wednesday's top headlines
RFE/RL begins unpaid leave for Prague staff, Chinese car giant launches EMVs in Czechia, and severe frosts to hit the country this weekend.
President Pavel signs military incentive law, offering recruits up to CZK 1 million
The increased benefits of military service intend to attract mid-level professionals in electrical engineering and IT, says the defense ministry.
Prague's newest tram route? A fictional ride down storied Golden Lane
The Czech capital's transit authority shows off its sense of humor on April 1 with plans for its newest tram line.
