How AI is changing work for proofreaders, translators and English teachers in Czechia
The advent of AI has shown a dramatic change in the workload for translators, proofreaders and teachers – with a key effect on Prague's expat community.
Choosing a bilingual school in Prague starts with asking the right questions
Schools may use the same term for very different programs. Here’s how to tell whether a school offers true bilingual education.
How to find a lawyer in Czechia—and avoid costly legal mistakes
Finding representation with the right expertise and language skills is only one of the challenges foreigners can face in the Czech legal system.
Czech man freed after 13-day detention over Moscow Red Square protest
The Czech citizen has left Russia after serving a 13-day sentence and receiving fines totaling 60,000 rubles for the solo protest.
Czech gas boiler rules: What tenants and homeowners must service, and who pays
Boiler servicing, flue checks and technical revisions are different under Czech law. Here is what expat homeowners and tenants need to know.
Czechia may ease visa rules for Belarusians with close family ties
A proposal would let more Belarusians visit relatives in Czechia while creating new residence options for some Ukrainians.
Czech Senate backs ending statute of limitations for murder
The proposal would allow murders committed from July 2027 onward to be prosecuted regardless of how much time has passed.
Czechia's 'Švarc system' could soon change: What freelancers need to know
A proposed change to Czech labor law could redraw the line between genuine freelancing and illegal disguised employment. Here's what workers need to know.
Czech court upholds freeze on 61 Russian-owned properties
A Russian state asset agency cannot dispose of properties in Prague and elsewhere after losing its latest challenge to Czech sanctions.
Czech police join raids over alleged extremist music network
Police searched a property near Prague as German authorities investigated a group suspected of producing and selling extremist music.
Residency derived from relationships: What happens when a marriage ends
Divorce does not automatically end your Czech residency. Learn how your permit, spouse’s status and time in Czechia affect your options.
Czech Pirate Party targets Airbnb rentals in surreal Prague election video
A Moroccan-themed apartment and “sultan’s bed” star in the Pirates’ campaign to tighten rules on short-term rentals in Prague.
Czech legal proceedings can be an expat nightmare. Here’s how to survive
If you become involved in Czech legal proceedings, understanding your rights, responsibilities and options for assistance is essential.
Brake-checking could become a crime under tougher Czech driving law
Dangerous tailgating tactics, police chases and illegal races could bring prison terms and easier vehicle seizure under a planned amendment.
Self-driving Teslas get green light in Czechia, but drivers warned to stay alert
Tesla owners can now use FSD Supervised on Czech roads, but drivers remain responsible and must be ready to take control immediately.
Czechia to criminalize drink spiking as MPs back 10 year prison terms
A proposed new offense would criminalize secretly drugging another person, even when no subsequent assault, theft or injury can be proven.
Czech cities could require taxi drivers to pass language tests under new bill
Municipalities could require taxi drivers to demonstrate Czech or local-area knowledge under legislation approved by the lower house.





