Children’s advisory panel challenges Czech school phone ban proposal
Young advisers say pupils have been excluded from the debate, while the Education Ministry calls the proposed restrictions “smart regulation.”
Pavel warns AI could amplify manipulation, urges democratic oversight
In a video address to Prague’s Forum 2000, the president linked technological responsibility with freedom, resilience and Václav Havel’s legacy.
Czechia pledges CZK 10 million for rehabilitation and nutrition care in Gaza
Funding will support injured patients, people with disabilities and malnourished children and mothers at the St. Joseph health center.
Le Pen calls Babiš a key EU ally at Patriots for Europe meeting in Brussels
The French National Rally figure praised the Czech prime minister as ANO joined talks with its European Parliament political group.
One-third of Czech adults turn to AI for mental health support, survey finds
Officials are preparing guidance after respondents reported delaying professional help and changing medication use following AI advice.
Good leadership in Czechia needs diverse perspectives. This global executive explains why
Milica Abella shares lessons from leading across cultures, including earning trust, encouraging different viewpoints, and adapting to Czech workplaces.
Czech ministry reviews partnerships with Karlovy Vary, Prague Spring festivals
Major festivals face revised agreements under a new cultural strategy, while proposed funding for theaters, orchestras and choirs falls.
Prague police seek suspect in racist attack on woman walking with daughter
Investigators released a composite sketch after a woman was assaulted in Prague 10; witnesses or anyone recognizing the suspect should call 158.
Local host or pseudo hotel? Larger operators dominate Prague Airbnb listings
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Just 14.2 percent of Prague host accounts supply nearly two-thirds of Airbnb listings, raising questions about who really operates the rentals.
Czech business registry security flaw exposed personal identification numbers
A technical error in a test version of Czechia's business registry made some personal identifiers accessible. Authorities are reviewing the incident.
Mapped: Around 1,000 Czech communities identified as most at risk of drought
An interactive map highlights vulnerable locations as the government earmarks CZK 500 million for projects to retain water in the landscape.
Prague petition urges election winner STAN to form coalition without ODS
Around 3,200 people have backed a call for STAN to govern with Praha sobě and the Pirates as negotiations over Prague’s next leadership begin.
Czech government wants to speed up hiring of foreign workers despite far-right hostility
Up to 500,000 people could be missing from the Czech labor market by 2045 as shortages keep growing, according to some scenarios.
Industry minister heads to India with Czech firms, expects meeting with Modi
A four-day mission will visit Delhi, Bengaluru and Mumbai, seeking opportunities for Czech transport, aviation, defense and energy companies.
Czech security services contact Poland after threats against leaders
Prague offers cooperation and solidarity after threats to Donald Tusk and Poland’s defense minister; police have detained a suspect.
Czech troops practice trench warfare during NATO deployment in Slovakia
Joint training in Slovakia focused on coordination and drew on Czech experience preparing Ukrainian soldiers through an EU assistance mission.
Czechia open to Russian asset talks, but Schillerová seeks legal safeguards
Renewed calls to use frozen Russian funds for Ukraine face legal concerns. Czechia says it is willing to discuss the proposal with EU partners.
