Czechia set for sunny, dry week with temperatures reaching 25°C
Indian summer will continue through next weekend, bringing clear skies, little fog and virtually no rain across Czechia.
Hockey stars Pastrňák, Voráček among 17 honored with Czech Senate medals
The NHL stars, an economist, journalists and human rights advocates received silver medals for their contributions to Czech society.
Thousands honor St. Wenceslas at national pilgrimage near Prague
The Czech Statehood Day Mass in Stará Boleslav called for reconciliation and unveiled a new silver reliquary containing the saint’s remains.
Prague demonstration targets Babiš government ahead of Czech elections
Million Moments filled much of Old Town Square with a rally urging participation in the upcoming municipal and Senate elections.
Two-hour queues form for final day of Czech crown jewels display
Visitors face waits of up to three hours at Prague Castle before the rare and free exhibition closes Monday afternoon.
Iranian lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh wins 2026 Václav Havel Prize
The prominent lawyer and campaigner against executions and compulsory veiling becomes the first Iranian woman to receive the award.
Petr Pavel gets his own day in America’s ‘Czech capital’: Wilber, Nebraska
The Czech president received a hero’s welcome in Nebraska, where local descendants preserve Czech folk costumes, food, music and language.
Brake-checking could become a crime under tougher Czech driving law
Dangerous tailgating tactics, police chases and illegal races could bring prison terms and easier vehicle seizure under a planned amendment.
Prague’s smart glass bins cut collections by two-thirds, save millions
Sensors reduced unnecessary glass-bin collections in Prague 11 by 65 percent, prompting the city to extend the system to Prague 15.
David Pastrňák named Boston Bruins captain: Sixth Czech in NHL history
The Czech star becomes the 28th captain in Bruins history and only the sixth Czech player permanently appointed to lead an NHL team.
Fifteen rescued as fire spreads through Prague apartment block
A resident was rescued directly from a burning apartment in Nusle as firefighters contained the blaze within 20 minutes of arriving.
Czech women sweep Ukraine to claim first Billie Jean King Cup since 2018
Karolína Muchová and Linda Nosková delivered straight-set victories as Czechia secured its 12th women’s team tennis title.
Lidl, Albert and Biedronka owners eye Tesco’s Czech stores amid EU exit
Three major retail groups are reportedly considering bids for Tesco’s Czech and Slovak operations as the British chain retreats from overseas markets.
Survey: Cash loses ground as Czechs use cards even for CZK 20 purchases
Card payments have reached record popularity in Czechia, while mobile wallets are now reportedly used more often than physical cards.
Prague parade puts deaf culture and sign language center stage
ZnakoFest brought performances in Czech Sign Language to Prague landmarks while calling for greater patience, access and understanding.
Prague archbishop seeks first papal visit to Czechia since 2009
Archbishop Stanislav Přibyl hopes Pope Leo XIV will visit Czechia, potentially tying the trip to major religious anniversaries in 2028 or 2029.
Prague is saving well, but transparency still lags, says state watchdog
Prague has improved the transparency and safety of its finances, but continues to accumulate unusually large reserves instead of investing them.
