Xia yes, Gambrinus, no: Czechia's 2026 list of approved baby names revealed
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Choosing a name for a newborn remains a process governed by strict linguistic standards; more parents are bucking those traditions.
Get out there! Your weekly calendar for Prague and Czechia│April 13–17
English-friendly events, workshops, talks, tables, and more for the international community in Prague this week.
Who speaks Moravian Croatian? Understanding Czechia's minority languages
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A new report shows that vulnerable languages, spoken by a smaller group of citizens, are in dangering of fading without stronger support.
Czechia's permanent residence language exam is getting an update tomorrow
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The writing and speaking sections of the A2 test are set to undergo structural changes. What does this mean for candidates as they prepare?
Is teaching English in Czechia still worth it? Insider tips from a TEFL professional
From TEFL training and classroom practice to pay rates and residency considerations, here’s what newcomers need to know before getting started.
Havel in English: Expats.cz invites you to a night of theater in Prague
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Use discount code HAVEL50 for half-price tickets to the April 14 premiere of Václav Havel's 1968 play The Increased Difficulty of Concentration at Celetná.
What does the bear say? From 'brum' to 'haf' how animals 'speak' Czech
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Animals, of course, do not change their 'language' at national borders. What changes is the way we perceive and represent their sounds.
INTERVIEW: Irish actor Barry Ward on playing the English-speaking father of Czech kids
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The Bad Sisters' actor talked with us about learning Czech for Olmo Omerzu’s 'Ungrateful Beings,' a film about a bilingual family on holiday.
Irish theater hits Prague with a Traveller wake, a wily housekeeper, and a glossary
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Martin Beanz Warde performs his acclaimed one-man show The Dead House, while John B. Keane's Moll brings 20th century Ireland to Prague via Bratislava.
QUIZ: Do you know what these Czech idioms *really* mean?
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Test your Czech! From ‘Mám okno’ to ‘To je bomba!’, can you guess the real meanings of these tricky Czech idioms?
Taxi drivers in Czechia must pass Czech language test under new law
The proposed law aims to ensure that all taxi and platform drivers can communicate effectively with passengers and authorities.
'The Grandmother': A new translation of the book that captures the Czech soul
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A fresh English edition of Božena Němcová’s beloved novel, a decade in the making, unlocks a story of Czech identity to readers everywhere.
Unsure how AI fits into education? One Prague school offers a practical, progressive model
Rather than banning AI, an international school takes an innovative approach to ethical, creative, and confident use.
Češi, do toho! 7 words you need to watch a hockey match in Czechia
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Knowing a few typical expressions can make watching this beloved national sport with fellow fans much more exciting.
Why Indonesia has become a fascinating new frontier for travelers from Czechia
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From Labuan Bajo to Jakarta, Indonesia is both accessible and affordable, offering visitors authentic experiences in communities beyond the Bali bubble.
'Integration is essential’: Therapy helped her make Prague home. Now she helps hundreds
When Amanda Mataija moved from Croatia to Prague in 2015, her own struggles with ADHD, anxiety, and depression intensified. Today she helps others.
Exporting excellence: Is the British education system better taught in Czechia?
Beyond uniforms and teatime stereotypes, one headteacher explains what the British model can offer families navigating international schooling.
