Back on track: Prague's Petřín funicular to reopen after two years on Sept. 22
Prague's Petřín funicular will carry passengers again from Sept. 22 with new glass-covered cars, higher capacity and a CZK 100 single-ride fare.
Shorter wait times on entry? Prague Airport upgrades passport control
Prague Airport is adding passport booths and automated gates at Terminal 1, but passengers could face temporary queues during the eight-month project.
Brno to build one of Europe's largest aquariums, with 55-meter underwater tunnel
A CZK 700 million aquarium planned for Brno will hold 4 million liters of water, hundreds of species and a 55-meter underwater viewing tunnel.
VISUALIZED: Czechia's real 'free' harvest just got a price tag – and it's massive
Mushroom season is booming in Czechia, fueling a largely unregulated, multibillion-crown shadow economy.
Expats welcome: Prague 3 launches English edition of district newsletter
Prague 3 has launched a complete English edition of its municipal newsletter in a four-month pilot aimed at the district's growing international community.
Prague moves ahead with plans for fifth metro line
Prague councilors approved a feasibility study for a proposed CZK 220 billion fifth metro route, which could use underground, surface, or light rail.
Czech cinema spotlight: Oscar-submitted Flood spotlights Ruthenian plight
Now streaming with English subtitles on Netflix, the Czech co-production was recently selected by Slovakia as its official 2027 Academy Award submission.
Borat-like prank on Czech foreign minister makes international headlines
A staged interview involving a masked fake journalist and replica weapons has put Foreign Minister Petr Macinka's security precautions under scrutiny.
Nightlife inspections in Czechia uncover thousands of violations
Firefighters found blocked exits, faulty equipment and other safety violations at nightlife venues nationwide, with Prague recording the most.
Prague trams return to Muzeum with flashing warnings for people on phones
Tram lines 11 and 13 return between I. P. Pavlova and Muzeum today, six months ahead of schedule and with light-up strips for distracted pedestrians.
Study: Czech minimum wage falls short of basic living and rental costs
A worker on minimum wage needed up to CZK 4,280 more per month last year to cover basic needs and rent, according to a new analysis.
Czech cinema spotlight: A Pint of Ink explores a Czech life shaped by Japan
Ester Geislerová's deeply personal portrait of her father's life, legacy, and struggles with alcoholism is now playing in Prague cinemas.
Prague public transport etiquette: 8 bad habits that could get you fined
From vaping and loud calls to harassment and unmuzzled dogs, these Prague public transport violations can lead to fines or removal.
Czechia prepares major pension reform: What will change, and who benefits?
A planned overhaul of pension savings would double state support for young people, cut fees and change how billions in savings are invested.
Czech cinema spotlight: Chica Checa gives coming out a Czech twist
Now playing with English subtitles in Prague, Chica Checa follows a Czech mother’s journey of discovery after her son comes out as a drag queen.
These rare Czech landmarks join Art Nouveau and wood to stunning effect
Slovak artist Dušan Jurkovič’s distinctive works across Czechia blends folk architecture, Art Nouveau and wood in striking ways.
Prague metro closures: Flora reopening delayed as Hradčanská shuts for 2027
Prague’s Flora metro reopening has been delayed until February 2027, while Hradčanská will close for escalator repairs in January for 11 months.





