News in brief for June 8: Rock for People festival opens gates in Czechia
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Thursday, June 8, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Prague metro service halted after blind woman and guide dog fall onto tracks
Metro service was stopped this morning on line B as officials rescued a young visually impaired commuter and her dog.
Ten reported injured after morning train collision in Czechia
A train hit a truck in the Kroměříž district this morning; rail traffic will be interrupted locally until the afternoon.
Vandal defaces Prague mural honoring Operation Anthropoid
The Prague 8 Town Hall has filed a criminal complaint against the unknown vandal, who has damaged the mural for the third time.
First Czech support center for Ukrainian survivors of war and sexual violence opens in Prague
This is also the first project of its kind outside of Ukraine, and will provide a combination of psychological and legal help.
News in brief for May 29: Czech Chief of Staff won't rule out war between Russia and NATO
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Monday, May 29, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Prague police detain foreign students accused of fraud, money laundering
Police in Prague have arrested a group of 10 students accused of running an organized online scam and laundering its proceeds.
Court case adjourned in ex-MP rape investigation
Dominik Feri, who sat in the Chamber of Deputies for over three years, is facing trial for three counts of sexual assault.
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Two injured in tram collision in Prague's southern district
Travel in the Braník and Modřany districts was disrupted due to the early morning accident.
Suspect faces charges for targeting Ukrainian cars in Prague slashing spree
The man targeted 24 parked, unmanned cars and now faces several years in jail.
News in brief for May 23: Czech government protests against new 'Euro 7' emissions rules
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Monday, May 23, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for May 20: Škoda ends its shared e-scooter service in Prague
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Saturday, May 20, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
News in brief for May 19: Czech foreign minister meets Slovak counterpart to discuss Europe's future
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Friday, May 19, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Snakes and ladders: Prague police find California coral in Prague 8 building
The tenant called the local police after spotting the reptile slithering down the stairway.
New domestic violence law could go into effect in Czechia as early as 2024
The bill creates a stronger legal framework for defining the crime in an effort to more effectively help victims.
Prague police perform daring duckling rescue through the holiday weekend
Seven baby ducks fell into a sewer grating at the Palmovka bus depot; luckily a bus driver noticed the distressed mother and called for help.
The Economist: Czechia ranks second worldwide in crony capitalism
The study reveals that many wealthy individuals in Czechia gain advantages through relationships with the state.
