Join the svařák challenge: Prague’s human mulled-wine chain aims to set a record
A Czech winery will attempt to pass a single cup of svařák across the HolKa bridge on Sunday. Here's how to join this festive attempt at holiday glory.
OVERVIEW: Important holiday postal deadlines for Czechia in 2024
With pick-up points shrinking holding times due to record demand, here's how to beat the holiday rush when ordering gifts online.
Czech highways speed up: How fast can you go in 2025?
An increased speed limit pilot project is expected to save drivers approximately three minutes on the 50-kilometer stretch. But how safe is it?
Czech politicians warn of potential refugee surge amid Syria turmoil
The fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad's regime Sunday, has sparked warnings from Czech officials about the potential ramifications for Europe.
Czech politicians and TikTok: Where political strategy meets French fry costumes
While Prime Minister Petr Fiala shocked the public joining TikTok, the far-right ANO party has been nailing it with viral posts.
Czechia’s fireworks tradition facing crackdown: New laws could dim New Year's Eve
Illegal fireworks sales have long sparked concern among regulators with inspectors uncovering massive violations.
Drivers in Czechia feel among the least safe in whole of Europe
Poor infrastructure, marking, and reckless driving are all to blame, with roads in the countryside receiving among the least favorable views.
December 2024: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
Mikuláš celebrations, Christmas store closures, preparations for 2025 legal changes, and universal phone-charging cables all await in 2024's final month.
TELL US: What are your favorite Czech gifts to give?
Share your favorite Czech thing to give and tell us why it’s so special.
'They can't feel it through a diaper': Czech MP says it's ok to spank toddlers
Czechia remains one of the last EU countries without a law requiring parents to raise children free from physical punishment and emotional hardship.
Tech life hacks for expats: The best tools for translating Czech language barriers
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These game-changing tech tools can help easily translate between Czech and English, whether you’re making business deals or simply asking directions.
Americans in Prague on Trump win: Mixed views on taxes, human rights, and the future
While some expats voiced concern about the perception of Americans overseas, the president-elect's vow to end citizenship-based taxation pleased others.
Booking a holiday stay? Watch out for scammers, say Czech police
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A new wave of online fraud is targeting booking short-term rentals and hotel reservations. Here's what to watch out for.
Czech government passes game-changing healthcare amendment
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The law will enable health insurance companies to allocate significantly more funds toward disease prevention.
Saturday edition: A cheat sheet to this week's headlines in Czechia
Toast scandal heats up as butter prices break the bank, Czech Airlines take a bow as new Vietnamese charter takes flight, and healthcare hits a new high.
October holidays and transport disruption in Prague: What you need to know
Czechoslovak Independence Day and subsequent fall holidays will see some route diversions and less frequent services: we sum up the main changes.
Elon Musk calls Czech EU commissioner 'embodiment of evil'
The stark condemnation came after Czech MEP Věra Jourová said that Musk was unable to 'tell the difference between good and evil.'
