Czech artists warn new funding rules could threaten freedom of expression
Theater groups, festivals, and publishers are challenging changes to public grants, while Culture Minister Oto Klempíř denies accusations of censorship.
Follow the beads: Czech city unveils colorful new walking trails
Two routes in Jablonec nad Nisou guide visitors past historic landmarks, using hundreds of glass beads embedded in the pavement.
Czech Army plans to fast-track AI, quantum technology, and military innovation
Military leaders say lessons from Ukraine are reshaping defense planning, with new opportunities for Czech companies, reservists, and students.
Children’s advisory panel challenges Czech school phone ban proposal
Young advisers say pupils have been excluded from the debate, while the Education Ministry calls the proposed restrictions “smart regulation.”
Prague builds record number of apartments, but buyers are choosing less space
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The average size of an apartment sold has shrunk by 9 percent since 2023, while studio prices have climbed to more than CZK 198,000 per square meter.
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Czech drought could cost economy up to CZK 50 billion, insurers estimate
Losses could extend beyond farms and forests to suppliers, investment and productivity, with effects lasting after rainfall returns.
Pavel warns AI could amplify manipulation, urges democratic oversight
In a video address to Prague’s Forum 2000, the president linked technological responsibility with freedom, resilience and Václav Havel’s legacy.
Czechia pledges CZK 10 million for rehabilitation and nutrition care in Gaza
Funding will support injured patients, people with disabilities and malnourished children and mothers at the St. Joseph health center.
Le Pen calls Babiš a key EU ally at Patriots for Europe meeting in Brussels
The French National Rally figure praised the Czech prime minister as ANO joined talks with its European Parliament political group.
Over half of ice cream samples fail Czech hygiene checks, inspectors say
Inspectors found excessive bacterial contamination in 77 samples, citing dirty equipment and poor preparation practices in targeted checks.
Czech drought dampens mushroom season, but autumn could still bring a revival
Vysočina reports its weakest season in years, echoing summer warnings elsewhere. Rain could help, but scarce finds call for careful picking.
Czech glassmakers open their workshops to the public for a special week
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From glassblowing demonstrations to hands-on crystal workshops, more than 70 venues in the country will offer a closer look at a UNESCO-recognized craft
Flu vaccinations begin in Czechia as doctors encourage younger adults to get protected
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With winter approaching, Prague clinics are preparing additional supplies. Here's where international residents can get vaccinated and what it costs.
Czech inflation rises to 2.5 percent as fuel costs climb and rents increase
September prices were unchanged from August overall, but higher annual inflation has increased expectations of a possible interest-rate rise.
One-third of Czech adults turn to AI for mental health support, survey finds
Officials are preparing guidance after respondents reported delaying professional help and changing medication use following AI advice.
Czech Sokol movement seeks heritage status, with UNESCO recognition next
Founded in 1862, the sporting and civic movement wants recognition for its wider traditions, expanding an earlier bid focused on mass gatherings.
Czech fighter pilot trains to fly SpaceX capsule to the space station
Aleš Svoboda is preparing to fly a SpaceX capsule to the International Space Station in 2027, pending final approval.
