EXPLAINED: The bitcoin scandal shaking Czech politics—and what's at stake
With an election just four months away, the government is facing serious calls to step down over a murky crypto-related deal with a convicted criminal.
Expansive Czech criminal code reform set to ease cannabis regulations
Czech MPs have approved justice reform easing cannabis rules and emphasizing alternative sentencing; a Senate review is pending.
US-sanctioned Hamas backer owns company and home in Czechia
A high-profile member of the Middle East terrorist group owns a business and property in Czechia, prompting concern among global intelligence services.
German man sentenced to seven years for fatal bottle attack on Welsh tourist in Prague
The 27-year-old, who admitted to striking the victim was also ordered to pay €195,000 to the victim’s children and banned from Czechia for a decade.
Prague’s emergency response saves Irish runner after 47-minute cardiac arrest
Thanks to Prague’s advanced emergency system and ECMO treatment, an Irish marathoner survived nearly 47 minutes without a heartbeat.
More potential victims come forward in Czech basement imprisonment case
Four possible victims have come forward in a Czech abuse case where a man imprisoned, assaulted, and tortured a woman in a basement for months.
What to know about the wave of killer synthetic opioids emerging in Czechia
Czech police are warning the public of these extremely dangerous substances following three overdoses, two of them fatal, in recent days.
Police warn of new WhatsApp scam in Czechia: Here's what to watch out for
A new WhatsApp scam making rounds through the country lures users into sending large sums of money through deceptive messages.
Experts rank Czechia among Europe’s top safe havens for expats
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Czechia ranks as one of Europe’s safest countries for expats, thanks to strong infrastructure, low crime, and good healthcare.
Prague's Charles Bridge reopens following police standoff
Police closed off the Prague landmark for about two hours on Saturday afternoon after a man with a knife climbed atop one of its statues.
Mother of Charles University shooting victim dies by suicide at Macocha Abyss
Lenka Šimůnková, whose only child Eliška died in the country’s deadliest mass shooting, was a vocal critic of the police response.
Czech, German police bust sex trafficking ring smuggling Vietnamese women into EU
The raid is in connection with an international human trafficking ring accused of smuggling women from Southeast Asia to Germany.
Hackers hit Czech PM’s X account, post fake Russian attack claims
Petr Fiala’s X account was hacked early Monday, with false posts about a Russian attack and U.S. sanctions. The government confirmed the breach.
Workplace bullying in Czechia: How to spot, report, and get help
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An English-friendly, confidential resource helps you report mistreatment in the office anonymously, with experts advising on how to spot red flags.
Czechia and EU boost crisis preparedness amid rising security concerns
On Wednesday, Brussels called for EU citizens to stockpile a 72-hour emergency kit to face future crises as part of its Preparedness Union Strategy.
Czech Senate approves new legal definition of domestic violence
New legislation passed by the Czech Senate aims to improve the protection of domestic violence victims, including extended legal measures and definitions.
Czech firefighters get toxic train fire in Moravia under control
An intense fire in a derailed train carrying toxic chemicals is now under control as authorities investigate the cause of the accident.
