Russian discount chain Mere is leaving Czechia, stores to be rebranded
The Russian chain says it is ending operations. Reports suggest most stores could continue as Zboží z palet under a different operator.
Prague’s Žižkov Tower to glow red for religious freedom on Nov. 25
Churches, synagogues and other buildings across Czechia will join Red Wednesday, with a Prague conference, candlelight procession and benefit concert.
Czechia joins eight countries seeking tighter EU rules on refugee families
Nine governments want the EU to revise family reunification rules, arguing that arrivals are putting pressure on schools, housing and services.
Most Czechs support restoring compulsory military service, survey finds
A Globsec poll finds 63 percent favor conscription, but only 24 percent believe Czechia is prepared for a serious security crisis or war.
Czech PM: Europe agrees on representation at Ukraine peace talks
Five countries and EU institutions will represent Europe, António Costa confirmed after Dublin talks. Babiš called the agreement progress.
‘Prague doesn’t want Nazis’: Hundreds protest far-right migration conference
Demonstrators gathered outside a Vysočany hotel hosting European far-right politicians. Police monitored the protest and access around the building.
This week's news: Here's what you had to say
Every weekday we ask our readers about Czechia's hottest topics. Here's what this week's polls revealed.
Huge Prague protest expected Sunday: What to know about crowds and transport
Organizers expect hundreds of thousands at the Nov. 15 rally for public-media independence. Prague will boost metro services and add special trams.
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Heading to Prague on Sunday? Letná protest drives sellouts and higher fares
Carriers are adding capacity for Nov. 15, but some services are full and fares have climbed. Demand also reflects the extended holiday weekend.
Nov. 17 in Czechia: The history, what’s open and how to spend the holiday
Candles, concerts and free gallery visits mark a holiday remembering two student protests that helped shape Czech history. Here’s your guide.
Czech tenants face rising rents and insecure leases as lawmakers call for reform
Nearly half of renters have contracts shorter than two years, prompting calls for stronger protections and more stable housing.
Czech government plans to scrap healthier school lunch rules
A proposed overhaul could give school cafeterias more freedom over menus, raising concerns about children's nutrition.
Prague gets a new mayor with three-party Pirate-less coalition agreed
Petr Hlaváček will head a STAN–Spolu–Praha sobě administration, pending a Nov. 19 vote. Changes are planned at major city-owned companies.
Czech PM to meet Zelenskyy in Dublin as Ukraine funding dispute intensifies
The Czech prime minister says Ukraine requested the meeting. He wants the EU to name peace negotiators and separate aid talks from budget negotiations.
Fewer babies, fewer maternity wards: Czech births could hit another record low
Births could fall below 75,000 this year, prompting plans to reshape maternity and pediatric services while maintaining access to care.
Peace and freedom need everyone’s contribution, Pavel says on Veterans Day
The president honored veterans at Prague’s Vítkov memorial, warning that the outcome of Russia’s war against Ukraine also matters for Czech security.
Czech public-media dispute reaches Brussels as European Parliament steps in
MEPs will debate threats to broadcaster independence Wednesday evening. A resolution will face a separate vote later this month in Strasbourg.
