Czech politics in 2026: Key election dates, who can vote, and what to expect
Czech politics this year will bring budget talks, legal proceedings and October elections, as Andrej Babiš’s new coalition settles into office.
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.
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.
Better at home? Why two-thirds of Czechia's workers don't want a return to the office
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Despite over half admitting they're more productive in offices, many employees say they would 'immediately' switch jobs if remote work came to an end.
Will you pay more for water, electricity, and gas in Czechia next year?
Changes to regulated prices and new tariffs mean that your bills will likely look different in 2026: here's how.
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.
Border checks and EES hold-ups: What to expect traveling to and from Czechia
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Traveling to or from Czechia this holiday season? Factor in extra time for airport queues and land border checks in Germany, Austria, and Poland.
EXPLAINED: How the EU’s 2035 car emissions U-turn affects Czech buyers
A new 10% loophole for hybrids and e-fuels offers a lifeline to Czechia’s auto sector while preventing a price shock for owners of the EU's oldest fleet.
Czech Railways ticket prices in 2026: What's changing and how can you save?
The state rail carrier's new timetable and ticket prices come into force soon, though consumers have several ways they can take advantage.
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.
Czech Christmas bonuses: Will you get one and what's the payout?
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The size of the company you work for, the industry you're in, and your current pay all determine whether you'll get extra cash this year.
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.
Double pay or extra days off? Your Czech holiday work rights explained
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With four public holidays coming up in as many weeks, we explain exactly what you're entitled to if you work (or don't) on these days.
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.
Why Czech secondary schools drive parents crazy – and how to choose one without losing it
The 30th annual Schola Pragensis 2025, running from Nov. 27–29, at the Prague Congress Centre, helps make sense of a bewildering array of choices.
Don't lose your 2025 vacation days: How to ensure you get time off
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We explain the rules about carrying over unused leave to next year, what to do if your boss refuses your time-off request, and if you can get reimbursed.
Will Czechia's incoming government put more money in freelancers' pockets?
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The ANO-led government has long pledged to protect self-employed people and small businesses, though future pensions may be at risk.
