Prague public transport among Europe’s cheapest, even after upcoming fare hike
Following a 30 percent-price increase next January, the Czech capital’s buses, trams, and metros remain a bargain compared to other EU capitals.
Czech high court rules sex workers must declare income tax
The Supreme Court rules income from voluntary prostitution is taxable, clarifying legal gray area while organized prostitution remains criminalized.
Czech news in brief for October 8: Wednesday's top headlines
Politicians praise outgoing leader Fiala, mortgage rates drop to 2-year low, and Jaromír Jágr releases authorized biography.
Forget the euro: How ANO's crown-first agenda will hit your wallet
Your finances will be shaped by the new government's currency decisions, tax policy, and higher spending; economists explain how.
Self-employment insurance in Czechia: What changes in 2026
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The majority of people with a trade license are expected to pay thousands of crowns more annually, but some people will be exempt.
Czech news in brief for October 7: Tuesday's top headlines
Parties to hold first post-vote meetings, Czech students hang banners for Palestine, and Eric Clapton to perform in Prague.
Babiš who? Women crack glass ceiling in Czech election
Despite a populist win, Czech voters elected a record 67 women, alongside a younger cohort of MPs. Can representation bring legislative change?
Prague residents vote to curb party tourism, putting an end to the 'all night circus'
In a referendum held alongside the general election, an overwhelming majority of Prague 1 voters called for more regulation of nightlife.
Czech news in brief for October 6: Monday's top headlines
German AfD party hails Babiš’s Czech election win, cloudy week with showers ahead, and architect Jiřičná awarded in Prague.
Europe’s largest tech innovation gathering lands in Prague this fall
This October, the city is set to become a hub for networking, investing, and the future of AI at Innovation Week 2025.
Czech news in brief for October 5: Sunday's top headlines
Record 67 women elected to Czech lower house, Motorists and SPD meet Babiš after election win, and more weekend headlines .
Czech election 2025: ANO, led by former PM Andrej Babiš, wins decisive victory
The populist center-right party overtook current ruling coalition Spolu by a wide margin in a contentious election that saw high voter turnout.
Safety warning issued after bear sighting in Czech military zone
Officials have warned locals after unconfirmed bear sightings in the Karlovy Vary region; experts stress sightings are rare and advise heightened caution.
Police continue monitoring Prague Airport after anonymous drone threat
No drones were detected at Prague’s Vaclav Havel Airport after a reported threat, but security measures continue as authorities search for the caller.
Czech news in brief for October 4: Saturday's top headlines
Second day of Czech general election underway, off-duty officer kills man in Prague shooting, and more weekend headlines.
Czech election 2025: Where parties stand on 6 issues that could reshape daily life
From visas and housing to defense and education, see what parties promise and how likely those changes are to affect life in Czechia.
Why the world is watching Czechia’s pivotal election
Global media see the vote as a test for the West as Czechs vote in the most pivotal election in years amid doubts over continued loyalty to Ukraine.
