At last—all portable devices sold in Czechia need a USB-C port from today
The EU regulation, in the works for several years, requires new gadgets such as smartphones, cameras, and tablets to have a uniform charging port.
Total eclipses and meteor showers: All phenomena to see from Czechia in 2025
Next year, several astronomical events will be visible from the dawn, dusk, and night skies around Czechia: here are the best spectacles to watch and when.
Czech regions prepare for New Year's Eve without fireworks
Many major cities across Czech regions have opted out of fireworks displays this year; if you want to catch pyro shows, smaller towns are the best bet.
Czech news in brief for December 28: Saturday's top headlines
Lipavský hits out at Putin following Russia-Solvakia tension, Czechs cautiously optimistic about 2025, and east Czechia sees large smog levels.
PM Fiala's Christmas warning: Trust in progress or risk Eastern authoritarianism
Speaking in his Christmas address, Fiala criticized "fearmongers" for spreading negativity to incite envy, hatred, and doubt.
Czech news in brief for December 27: Friday's top headlines
Slovakia may host Russia-Ukraine peace talks, frost, smog, and icy roads hit Czechia, and post-Christmas sales begin in Czechia.
Czech holiday calendar 2025: How many days will you get off next year?
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In 2025, Czechia will see 10 out of 13 public holidays fall on weekdays, guaranteeing extra time off for much of the Czech workforce.
Czech news in brief for December 26: Thursday's top headlines
PM Fiala to deliver New Year's speech tonight, Prague and Brno empty out for Christmas, Sex Pistols announce Czechia show.
Czech news in brief for December 25: Wednesday's top headlines
Prague mayor serves fish soup on Old Town Square, Czechs abroad to vote by post in 2024 elections, and more food is wasted during Christmas.
Czech news in brief for December 24: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech Christmas Eve traditions largely unchanged, Pavel praises Czech solidarity in holiday message, and firefighters battle blaze at Bruntál Barracks.
End of an era: Prague will replace all current metro maps with new designs
The widespread change will occur in early January, and the new map versions—featuring a black background—are said to be more readable (not all agree).
New bills set out to end dual taxation for Americans abroad, increase benefits
Two recent developments in US politics spell good news for Americans abroad, who may soon be free from filing an annual US tax return.
'Kissing the ring of a murderer': Czech leaders slam Slovak PM's Putin visit
Senior Czech politicians rounded on Robert Fico's decision to surprisingly visit Russian President Vladimir Putin over the weekend.
Czech news in brief for December 23: Monday's top headlines
White Christmas across most of Czechia still expected, school holiday starts for children, and Prague house fire causes millions in damages.
Police hunt for rape suspect in Prague after attack following holiday party
Police are asking anyone who recognizes the suspect or the witness to contact the police hotline at 158.
Drive to Austria, the sea faster: Czech highway expansion cuts travel time
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A new tunnel, considered the "the most technologically complex transport structure in the country," and other developments will speed up travel times.
Czech news in brief for December 22: Sunday's top headlines
Prague tightens security at Christmas markets, thousands evacuated from Prague mall following KFC fire, and a new motorway section opens in Czechia.
