From blackmail to mass protest: A complete guide to Czechia's political meltdown
Your guide to this week's political chaos: threatening messages, police complaints, toxic appointments, and the mass protest planned for Prague Sunday.
EXPLAINED: What's behind Czechia's 'America-first' stance on Greenland?
Inside the logic of the Czech government's refusal to back Denmark, and what the 'Greenland dispute' reveals about the future of Czech-U.S. relations.
After 250 years of coal, what comes next for Czechia's economy and environment?
Czechia last deep coal mines close this month, reshaping the labor, energy, and industrial landscapes.
Czechia finally has a government: From NATO to taxes, here's what comes next
As the country ends its political deadlock, Babiš’s new coalition will begin work on social, economic, and foreign policy priorities.
Understanding presidential power in Czechia – and the lawsuit testing it
President Petr Pavel’s refusal to appoint a minister highlights unresolved questions about the limits of presidential authority in Czechia.
EXPLAINED: Czechia’s flag and the politics behind a proposed Flag Day
PM Babiš proposes March 30 as Czech Flag Day, reviving debate over the blue triangle, a symbol originally tied to Slovakia.
Inside Czechia’s new cannabis law: How much can you legally grow and possess?
From home cultivation limits to public possession rules, we break down Czechia’s 2026 cannabis law and what it means for adults living in the country.
EXPLAINED: Czech-Slovak relations 33 years after the Velvet Divorce
On the anniversary of Czechoslovakia's split, a new populist axis and shared culture wars make the clean break look more like a complicated situationship.
Will Czechia keep Ukraine’s ammunition flowing? Understanding the 'Prague Pipeline'
A Jan. 7 meeting will decide if Czechia continues coordinating Ukraine’s ammo program, with major consequences for European security.
Two years after Czechia’s worst shooting tragedy, how have gun laws changed?
Digital monitoring, mandatory mental health reporting, and expanded police powers shift the country from gun-friendly to prevention-focused. Will it last?
Bleak future for Ukraine aid, EU friendship as Czechia's new prime minister takes power
New PM Andrej Babiš signals a veto of the EUR 90B Ukraine aid loan, creating a crisis for the EU summit this week as key nations reject financing plans.
OVERVIEW: Deadlines for sending holiday packages to and from Czechia in 2025
From the final day for guaranteed pre-Christmas deliveries, cross-border shipping, and storage times at pick-up points, here’s everything you need to know.
End of an empire? What Babiš’s PM appointment means for the Czech economy
As Andrej Babiš resumes the premiership for the third time, taking a look at Agrofert, the conglomerate fueling Czechia's political crisis and economy.
Czechia’s government standoff explained: What's next and what's at stake
Behind the delay is a clash over conflicts of interest, ministerial ethics, and the president’s duty to uphold constitutional norms.
EXPLAINED: Why corruption still defines modern Czechia – and why you should care
Sorting out a legacy of kickbacks, 'tunelování', and weak political will as multiple corruption controversies unfold in Czechia.
EXPLAINED: What's driving Czechia's growing environmental storm?
Clashes over EU climate goals and political differences on policy have led to brewing tension in society, heightened by the upcoming new government.
Why the Great Pardubice Steeplechase is one of Czechia's most enduring events
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The 135th annual race runs today in Pardubice, testing horses, riders, and Czech sporting tradition on its historic, 31-obstacle course.
