I'm an immigration lawyer based in Prague. This is my best advice for frequent US travelers
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Despite the current pause in applications, now is as good a time as any to assess whether Global Entry makes sense and is worth the investment.
Czechia’s new law on intimate images: What counts as a criminal offense?
Czechia now criminalizes sharing intimate images without consent, including AI-generated nudes. Here’s what victims need to know and the penalties.
How internationals are changing rental housing in Czechia
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With over 1M foreigners in Czechia, international tenants are reshaping the rental market by prioritizing flexibility, quality, and corporate-led leases.
‘Quiet cracking’ trend hits Czech workplace as AI and stress take a toll
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How do know if you're quiet cracking at work? The trend, the signs, and how to access support in Czechia.
Czechia's new prevention fund: Year-by-year guide to free screenings and check-ups
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The new year has brought with it an overhaul of what you are entitled to claim from your public health insurance from doctors to dentists and other perks.
The cheapest and most expensive foods in Czechia this year
Inflation is at its lowest in years, but some foods have swung dramatically in price. Here is what changed between January 2025-2026.
Czechia steps up monitoring school absences in 2026: What parents should know
New guidelines aim to improve attendance monitoring, but there is no legal limit on how many days a child can miss. Here’s what parents need to know.
How Skô is introducing Prague to the fire-roasted, homegrown soul of Slovak food
Chef Tomáš Valkovič’s new project at Holešovice Market is a love letter to rural traditions, family crockery, and childhood comfort dishes.
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia’s future safety and security hang on Munich 2026
The Munich Security Conference will help determine whether Czechia remains secure, from protecting critical infrastructure to ensuring NATO backing.
Czechia to extend Ukrainian workers' residency despite populist pressure
The cabinet led by Prime Minister Andrej Babiš will extend a program allowing economically independent Ukrainian refugees to secure long-term residency.
Half-price rent, better jobs? Foreign workers leaving Prague for these cities
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More than half of Czechia's 850,000 foreign workers now work outside Prague and Central Bohemia, according to the latest CZSO data.
Money-saving hack: Pick the right energy contract in Czechia and cut bills
Electricity and gas prices have become significantly cheaper but choosing the right offer can affect your payment even more.
What Czechia’s higher unemployment numbers really mean for you
Czech unemployment rose, but new benefits mean more security and choice for workers; higher numbers don’t necessarily signal a weaker job market.
Prague votes on naming new bridge for a woman—a first since medieval times
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Voting ends Monday on whether to name the bridge for St. Agnes. We asked the founder of Prague's first feminist tour what the choice would mean.
Point president, match Babiš? Czechia's government stand-off is over—for now
Babiš's government survived the no-confidence vote, but President Pavel won the battle over Turek's appointment. Political scientists explain the paradox.
Prague among least affordable cities in Europe’s ‘Carrie Bradshaw index’
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An index named for the solo-living protagonist of Sex and the City, ranks Prague as one of the most difficult cities for single renters on the Continent.
Your Czech pension savings might not be worth as much as you think
Czech pension savings are returning a fraction of what similar funds earn in Slovakia. A new study explains why your retirement pot may disappoint.
