Czech news in brief for May 17: Saturday's top headlines
Fiala backs more sanctions on Russia after talks, Court to issue tickets for Babiš fraud trial, and more weekend headlines.
More potential victims come forward in Czech basement imprisonment case
Four possible victims have come forward in a Czech abuse case where a man imprisoned, assaulted, and tortured a woman in a basement for months.
Foreigner in Prague charged over CZK 200,000 for short taxi journey
The taxi driver claimed it was an honest mistake, but the police urge caution about scams targeting tourists in the Czech capital.
Police warn of new WhatsApp scam in Czechia: Here's what to watch out for
A new WhatsApp scam making rounds through the country lures users into sending large sums of money through deceptive messages.
Skype is shutting down: The 10 best alternatives for international calls from Czechia
With Skype ending its consumer services today, expats and global travelers still have plenty of affordable ways to call landlines and mobiles worldwide.
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Prague's Charles Bridge reopens following police standoff
Police closed off the Prague landmark for about two hours on Saturday afternoon after a man with a knife climbed atop one of its statues.
Czechia climbs press freedom ranks as economic threats mount globally
Boosted public funding and reduced media concentration help Czechia climb press freedom rankings, though challenges persist.
May 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
New fees for watching TV, two public holidays, free or discounted museums and public institutions, kindergarten enrollment and more key events this month.
Czech Labor Office offering financial aid for foreigners’ education certification
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Foreigners in Czechia can now access funding for nostrification, language courses, and retraining via a state-backed program. Here’s how to apply.
Czech Railways ready to pilot Elon Musk's Starlink on trains this summer
Musk’s SpaceX plans to equip Czech trains with Starlink internet, offering passengers faster, more reliable onboard Wi-Fi.
From weekend swaps to everyday finds: Czechia’s trash-to-treasure trend takes off
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Reuse Days, a nationwide initiative running through April 30, is underway. Get to know the furniture banks beckoning with funky, affordable finds.
Court rules that Czechia collects phone data illegally in landmark decision
A judge ordered the state to apologize to a journalist after a trial that challenged national surveillance practices.
Prague tightens regulations for foreign taxi drivers with new law
A new Czech law limits taxi licenses for foreign drivers and tightens requirements, aiming to improve safety and service quality in Prague.
Czech trust in U.S. plunges amid Ukraine war policy shifts
A recent survey reveals that Czechs remain skeptical of U.S. foreign policy, as reports emerge that Washington may recognize Russian control of Crimea
Investing in Czechia: Appearing rich versus being wealthy
In the final of this five-part series, Prague-based investor James Pearcy-Caldwell offers lessons, cautionary tales, and strategies for smarter investing.
Working in Czechia? New labor laws will change how you get hired, paid, and let go
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A wave of new labor laws, from longer probation to more flexible schedules, have just been approved. Here’s what’s changing and how it will impact you.
Ahoj, Monday! 6 tips for surviving the week ahead in Czechia
From a midweek wine tasting, to a new exhibit devoted to Easter this week offers plenty in the run up to the holidays.
