New law bans flavored heated tobacco products in Czechia
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The law fulfills an EU directive and is part a plan to reduce cancer by creating a 'tobacco-free generation.'
News in brief for June 6: Storm warning issued for south of Czechia
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Ruling in RFE/RL complaint sets precedent for foreign employees in Czechia
The Constitutional Court upheld the verdict of lower courts in a case involving the termination of an employee at RFE/RL.
New Ukrainian delivery company opens its doors in Czechia
Nova Post, which already operates in Poland and Germany, will make it cheaper to send goods to and from Ukraine.
Donuts and 24-hour gyms: US companies eyeing Czech franchise opportunities
Victoria’s Secret just opened in Prague and Popeyes will start serving this summer, while many other international brands are waiting in the wings.
Prague hosts Europe's largest-ever Bitcoin conference this week
Starting Thursday, the event features over 100 speakers and more than 80 worldwide companies to discuss the world's first cryptocurrency.
Average Czech wage takes a hit with 6.7 percent real-term decline
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Prices again rose faster than wages, meaning that people have effectively seen a drop in their purchasing power.
Sunny days will give way to rain and thundershowers in Czechia this week
It will rain almost daily across the whole of Czechia, although temperatures will remain warm.
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.
News in brief for June 5: Car sales perform strongly in first five months of 2023
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Monday, June 5, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Czech Post announces slower delivery, increased prices from July
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Following mass layoffs and branch closures, the Czech Republic's struggling postal system will introduce more unpopular measures from next month.
News in brief for June 4: Czechia to issue more work visas for Philippines, Mongolia
Plus: Karolína Muchová competes to make quarterfinals at French Open, Jiří Prskavec wins bronze in Canoe World Cup, and more weekend headlines.
June 4 vigil in Prague to remember Tiananmen Square massacre
A banner featuring the Pillar of Shame memorial, which was seized by Hong Kong police last month, will be part of a June 4 vigil in Prague.
News in brief for June 3: AI- and VR-themed Innovate Pilsen festival opens to public
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Saturday, June 3, 2023, updated throughout the day to keep you up to speed.
Slovanský dům: A gourmet oasis in the center of Prague
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This historic shopping center is a hidden destination in the heart of Old Town.
Where are you most likely to get into a tram accident in Prague?
Accident numbers are back at their pre-pandemic levels, and for pedestrians the main cause is inattentive behavior.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Czech parliament breaks into dance for Children's Day
June 1 was International Children's Day, and Czech parliamentarians – joined by children in the Chamber of Deputies – danced to a well-known folk song.
