‘Somethingism’ in Czechia: How a secular society is built on the ruins of organized religion
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Czechia is often called the atheist capital of Europe. We take a look back at the country's religious history to show how that can be misleading.
Trampled by tourists: Grassy square by Prague's Dancing House to be paved
A CZK 34.7 million plan for Jiráskovo náměstí would repair its fountain, move a statue and add paving where visitors repeatedly wear out the lawn.
On holiday: Czech presidential couple under fire for missing local elections
President Petr Pavel and his wife Eva are facing criticism for being on vacation during this weekend’s municipal elections.
Czech Culture Minister booed at Frankfurt Book Fair opening
Czech literature is in the spotlight at this year’s Frankfurt Book Fair, where its status as guest of honor is attracting different kinds of attention.
Czechia drops out of 2027 Eurovision contest due to budget cuts
Czech Television will not take part in next year's Eurovision Song Contest in Bulgaria due to ongoing budget restrictions.
What’s on the ballot? A non-Czech speaker’s guide to Prague municipal elections
From housing and transport to schools and tourism, see where Prague’s parties stand ahead of the Oct. 9–10 municipal elections.
Czech fuel prices fall sharply after government caps take effect
Diesel has fallen by CZK 1.45 a liter since price regulation began, with analysts predicting further savings as a tax cut takes effect.
Bill Clinton pays saxophone tribute to Havel on 90th birthday
The former U.S. president remembered Václav Havel as a close friend who trusted freedom, defended democracy and never lost his humor.
Czech man freed after 13-day detention over Moscow Red Square protest
The Czech citizen has left Russia after serving a 13-day sentence and receiving fines totaling 60,000 rubles for the solo protest.
Czech government could gradually cut 10 percent of staff in 2027
The government will revisit a plan to reduce staffing costs as unions warn against blanket layoffs before administrative reforms.
Czechia may ease visa rules for Belarusians with close family ties
A proposal would let more Belarusians visit relatives in Czechia while creating new residence options for some Ukrainians.
Experts warn local election choices could deepen Czech housing crisis
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New city governments risk worsening affordability by blocking construction, selling municipal homes or abandoning long-term planning.
Survey: Rising prices and war top Czech fears for the next five years
An Ipsos survey finds economic pressure and conflict dominate public concern, while most Czechs feel the state is poorly prepared for crises.
Czech Embassy stays in Kyiv despite Russian warning of more strikes
Czech diplomats remain in the Ukrainian capital after Moscow urged foreigners to leave and warned that large-scale attacks would continue.
Babiš rejects claim Czech government has softened its stance on Russia
The Czech prime minister dismissed the Russian ambassador’s claim that his government has toned down its rhetoric toward Moscow.
Czechs view Havel more positively, but political divide persists
Three-quarters of Czechs now view Václav Havel positively, although opinions vary sharply according to age and political allegiance.
March to Václav Havel’s ‘existential home’ marks his 90th birthday
Participants walked from Trutnov to Václav Havel’s cottage at Hrádeček ahead of the late president’s 90th birth anniversary.
