1,000 students and staff evacuated following Czech university shooting scare
A reported attack on the campus of the University of West Bohemia in Pilsen was not confirmed despite an evacuation and presence of SWAT team.
Free, English-friendly help 24/7: Czechia launches domestic violence hotline
-
Hotline numbers starting with 116 are reserved for EU-wide services for people in difficult situations; support is immediate and confidential.
Prague healthcare professional charged with 11 rapes, more victims expected
The man, who provided services in both Prague and Brno, was remanded into custody following the charges, according to a police spokesperson.
Surge in gender violence reports in Czechia signals both progress and pain
Data reveals that 2024 was the second-highest year for domestic abuse cases since 2014.
Gas leak in the center of Prague leads to evacuation of buildings
On Thursday evening, around 150 residents were evacuated from their buildings with neighboring streets temporarily shut down.
Booking a holiday stay? Watch out for scammers, say Czech police
-
A new wave of online fraud is targeting booking short-term rentals and hotel reservations. Here's what to watch out for.
Prague court: Exploited women can keep money earned from prostitution
The case marks a significant victory for victims of human trafficking, highlighting that illegal exploitation doesn't negate one's right to restitution.
Brutal attack in the Czech city of Pilsen leaves young female doctor dead
The West Bohemian city is grappling with the horrific nature of a weekend crime spree which involved a brutal murder and sexual assault.
English
(Proficient)
Czech gang sentenced for exploiting migrants for slave labor in UK
A British court has sentenced three Czech nationals to a total of 26 years in prison for human trafficking.
Slovak town declares state of emergency after fatal weekend bear attack
Politicans are calling for the culling of 30 bears that are regularly seen near human dwellings; a similar attack took place in in the same area in 2021.
Prague police detain student threatening to shoot up school class
The 18-year-old student allegedly threatened to carry out a shooting at his school in the Prague 8 district.
Prague police clash with Dutch fans trying to force entry into stadium
Dozens of Ajax Amsterdam fans tried to force their way into the stadium without tickets ahead of Thursday's Europa League match against Slavia.
Czech workers hired as 'slaves' in McDonald's branches and bakeries in UK
An exposé from BBC News found that 16 people from Czechia were trafficked to the UK and had their lives controlled by a criminal gang.
Weekend attack in Prague leaves tourist dead after being struck by a bottle
Police launched a swift search for the suspect, who was detained and faces 16 years in prison.
Czech poppies: The 'seedier' side of a culinary treasure in the spotlight
A key ingredient in everything from traditional Czech pastries to savory pasta dishes, police say poppy straw is increasingly harvested to mimic heroin.
Doctor's role in Charles University shooter's license under investigation
The doctor, who practices Chinese medicine and acupuncture, is under scrutiny to determine if she was authorized to issue the medical report for David K.
Czech police find 30 smuggled foreigners, one dead, during highway stop
The truck full of illegal immigrants, likely on their way to Germany, reveals Czechia and the EU's issues with illegal immigration at present.
