A newspaper for CZK 900? 'Red umbrella' vendors are back in Prague 1
Usually patrolling the Old Town or Wenceslas Square, the salespeople have exploited a loophole that allows them to sell (expensive) bus tours to tourists.
Archaeologists unearth lost Celtic village near Czech motorway
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The discovery in eastern Bohemia revealed thousands of rare artifacts and unprecedented insights into ancient European commerce and Czech history.
Czechia picks up the pieces post-blackout: Why it happened, what to expect
Czechia captured the world media's attention—for the wrong reasons—on Friday: the blackout raises questions around infrastructure and crisis readiness.
Czech news in brief for July 5: Saturday's top headlines
Czechia begins blackout post-mortem with thousands still impacted, Karlovy Vary International Film Festival begins, and more top headlines.
Over half a million people—mainly foreigners—don't have a GP in Czechia
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A new report from the Health Ministry finds that children are the worst-affected, though people without a registered doctor still visit hospitals for care.
Czechia recovers from power blackout after day of chaos and confusion
Prime Minister Petr Fiala said earlier that 'the country is facing an emergency situation.' Read all the latest updates here.
How new Czech law is about to make divorce and child custody simpler
The new ruling also plans to ban corporal punishment and tighten rules on unpaid child support, despite concerns over possible exploitation.
Czech news in brief for July 4: Friday's top headlines
Famous Czech climber tragically dies, government passes criminal code reforms, and police conclude case into opposition leader's hate speech.
Czechia observes two national holidays this weekend: Will stores close?
As Czechia ushers in two public holidays in a row this weekend, a recurrent question comes into many expats' minds: will things be open as normal?
EU to abolish extra fees for cabin bags: What this means for Czechia
The news comes as Europe's largest low-cost airline has said it will bolster its free cabin luggage allowance by 20 percent this week.
EXPLAINED: Why Czechia is locking horns with the EU over climate targets
The bloc Wednesday set ambitious targets with regards to lowering emissions: Czechia, with its huge automotive industry, is not on board.
Czech news in brief for July 3: Thursday's top headlines
Czechia sees hottest day of the year, US President Donald Trump ordered to pay Prague-based news company, and ex-Prague district mayor goes to jail.
Price Czech: Why your burger is getting more expensive
From fast food to barbeques, beef is getting more expensive this summer (but it's not all bad news). Find out why.
New ranking: Prague is one of the best food capitals in the world
The research factored in the number of five-star restaurants in a capital, Michelin-guide spots, the average meal price for two, and more variables.
Czech news in brief for July 2: Wednesday's top headlines
Parts of Czechia see record temperatures, Czech tennis legend bows out, Czech crown strengthens, and more headlines you need to know.
July 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Two public holidays, new laws for motorists, enhanced social reforms for families, changes to work visas, and more key events this month.
Good joke? New ranking names Czechia 'world's funniest nation'
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The finding said that 'Czech humor is legendarily dry, operating through deadpan delivery and subtle verbal jab.'
