Okamura blasts Ukrainian flag on Charles Bridge, vows tougher migration rules
A 30-meter flag, unfurled to mark Unity Day this weekend, was called into question by Czechia's house speaker, who pledged new foreigner restrictions.
Czech news in brief for January 24: Saturday's top afternoon headlines
Czech president says Europe must stop relying on US, heavy snow expected in western Czechia, and more weekend headlines.
Prague teacher detained following false school shooting report
Prague police are investigating a false school shooting report made by a teacher; students are safe, and the teacher faces possible prison time.
Czech news in brief for January 23: Friday's top afternoon headlines
Police search Žižkov school after gun reports, smog conditions expected to persist until Monday, and Ledecká takes bronze in parallel giant slalom.
Czech news in brief for January 22: Thursday's top afternoon headlines
Police detain man over threats against President Pavel, Chinese journalist charged with spying in Prague, wild police chase in Prague caught on video.
Czech police charge first suspect under new foreign spying law
Czech authorities have detained and charged a person suspected of working for Chinese intelligence, marking the first case under the new spying law.
Czech news in brief for January 21: Wednesday's top afternoon headlines
Czech opposition backs Denmark, Greenland, police find more weapons after Chřibská shooting, and First Lady calls for unity in society.
Massive manure leak threatens Czech national park, water supply
Authorities estimate that as much as 3,000 cubic metres of manure leaked from the 6,000-cubic-metre tank; the slurry has now reached Austria
New stricter rules for foreigners’ integration course in Czechia in 2026
A digital shift means that not taking the course risks financial penalties and, even worse, could jeopardize your residence permit.
10 articles that explain mental health care for foreigners in Czechia
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From burnout and sick leave to finding English-speaking therapists, here’s what you need to know about mental health support in Czechia.
Shooting in small north Bohemian town leaves one dead, six injured
One person was killed and six injured after a gun attack at the town hall in Chribská, Bohemia. Police shot the attacker dead and say there is no threat.
Czech news in brief for January 19: Monday's top morning headlines
Czech citizen imprisoned in Venezuela arrives in Prague, cold snap returns to Czechia, and Czechs gain new legal right to repair.
Prague ticket inspectors will soon be equipped with body cameras
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New cameras on regional ticket inspectors aim to record disputes and reduce complaints, with Prague preparing a pilot project in 2026.
Czech news in brief for January 15: Thursday's top morning headlines
Czechia eyes anti-drone cooperation with Ukraine, foggy inversion to linger across Czechia, and truck gets stuck on historic street near Prague Castle.
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Czech news in brief for January 14: Wednesday's top afternoon headlines
Dominik Feri faces new rape charge, Smartwings launches new route to Greece, and rare wildcats spotted in Czech forests.
'Zombie' kids, frustrated parents: Will 2026 see Czechia ban phones in schools?
A survey of 100+ parents revealed desperate calls for phone bans; according to current laws, the government's promise to do so may be poised to stall out.
Czechia to speed up foreigner's resident permits with new digital system
While the new system will let applicants complete much of the process online, in-person steps like biometrics will still be required.
