September 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Big changes in education law and a new school year, public transport disruption, a national holiday, a lunar eclipse, and more key events to bookmark.
Stories of exile, culture, and cuisine light up Prague’s Al Qamar Film Festival
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Three days of screenings, markets, and live performances at Edison Filmhub highlight voices and traditions from the Middle East and North Africa this week.
Czechia among world's first countries affected by Ukraine dual citizenship law
Ukraine has abolished its decades-old ban on dual citizenship, previously obliging nationals to surrender other passports.
Mark your calendar: Important dates in the 2025–26 Czech school year
From the first bell in September to the final report cards in June, bookmark these notable school holidays, breaks, and exam dates for the 2025-26 year.
Czechia’s STD boom leaves foreigners fighting issues getting care, but it exists
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Expats.cz spoke with Czechia's largest STD charity and a foreigner who struggled finding care: we also explain how to access testing and treatment.
6 surprising things about school shopping in Czechia: An expat family’s guide
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From indoor shoes to aktovka backpacks, Czech school shopping can surprise expats. Here’s how to make it less overwhelming and more affordable.
Free feminine hygiene products will be mandatory in Czech schools from 2026
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Czech schools will provide free menstrual products for students aged nine and older starting January, aiming to support health and inclusion.
It's not enough to say, 'Jedno pivo, prosím': How to sound more Czech at the pub
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Don’t stop at ‘One beer, please’: here’s how to ask for the right size, strength, and perfect foam like a true Czech.
Vigilante schoolchildren ambush alleged child predator in Czech forest
According to media reports, the man had come to the woodlands to meet a 13-year-old girl with whom he had been messaging online.
Lion escapes zoo near Prague, attacks handler; police shoot animal dead
Authorities are investigating the cause of the escape and conditions at the zoo, which has had issues reported in the past.
New VR project lets users explore Czechia's historic Terezín from anywhere
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A new 3D VR model of Terezín on the Meta Store lets users explore the fortress town’s history in detail, offering an interactive educational experience.
Czech driving test gets real with new cyclist and pedestrian questions
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For the first time, drone footage will also be used to provide aerial context for selected questions, marking a technical first in Czech driver education.
Czechia slides down EU Innovation Index, suffers sharpest decline
Despite digital strengths, Czechia’s innovation falters, with a steep drop fueled by underinvestment and a disconnect between academia and industry.
Priced out? Students in Czechia face pressure as dormitory, accommodation costs surge
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With the 2025/26 academic year four weeks away, young people are scrambling to find an available room while avoiding exorbitant rental fees.
One in 10 Czech residents is a foreigner: most are from Ukraine
Over 1.09 million foreigners now live in Czechia, with Ukrainians making up more than half, according to new Interior Ministry data through Q2 2025.
August 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
An array of historical and cultural observances take place in August, as well as preparations for September and the autumn: mark your calendars.
Czech news in brief for July 31: Thursday's top headlines
Czech seismographs detect strong Kamchatka quake, Czech Oscar bid sparks controversy, and Prague flights unaffected by UK radar chaos.
