Prague opens crisis hotline, ramps up police presence after deadly shooting
A hotline will operate around the clock until further notice and is intended for anyone seeking basic information related to today’s events.
Czech president's Paris visit reinforces ties with key ally
During his meeting with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, Pavel honored the late Václav Havel while also discussing support for Ukraine.
EXPLAINED: How Czechia's state budget works – and why the deficit could affect your finances
Next year’s budget aims to curb spending and increase revenue by ramping up taxes and ending tax concessions. What does this mean for everyday citizens?
Czech trust in world leaders falls: Macron, Čaputová outperform Biden, Zelenskyy
A new survey shows that trust in Volodymyr Zelenskyy has dropped, while Hungarian PM Viktor Orbán is more trusted than US President Biden.
'Heart to the Castle' initiative marks 12 years since Havel's death with Prague parade
In addition to commemorative events, politicians and dignitaries took to social media to mark 12 years since Havel's death on Dec. 18, 2011.
Senior Czech minister: Orban is a ‘Trojan horse’ who helps Russia
Martin Dvořák, the Czech minister for European affairs, strongly condemned the Hungarian PM’s decision to block EU funds directed to Ukraine.
Prague's Holešovice Market to host Ukrainian-Czech Christmas market
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On Sunday, December 17, a special Ukrainian-Czech Christmas market will offer handmade decorations, ceramics, and other unique Christmas gifts.
Foreigners now comprise one-tenth of the Czech Republic's total population
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A rapid rise in the number of Ukrainians last year has pushed the number of foreigners residing in Czechia past 1 million.
Jesus tram takeover stirs up debate on public transport advertising in Prague
The capital’s deputy mayor for transport is calling for a revision to the city’s advertising code due to recent advertisements promoting religion and sex.
Czech Republic votes against UN resolution calling for ceasefire in Gaza
The county was among ten nations that voted against the UN General Assembly resolution, calling for a humanitarian ceasefire in the Gaza Strip.
Czech counterintelligence identifies Russia and China as the nation’s greatest threats
The BIS also flagged anti-Israel propaganda as an emerging danger, but said that it hasn’t had as significant an impact as in other states.
Czech commercial military supplies to Ukraine surpass CZK 110 billion
Minister of Defense Jana Černochová said that Czechia's manufacturing of materiel to Ukraine is beneficial both for Czechia's economy and defense industry.
Czech population increases despite significant drop in marriages and births
Due to migration, the population of the Czech Republic increased by 54,700 to 10.88 million.
Czech government plans sweeping reforms to human rights legislation
Following Human Rights Day on Dec. 10, the govt. has announced amendments to domestic and sexual violence laws as well measures to protect children.
Pavel, Popeyes, and Perry: Google reveals Czechia’s top search terms in 2023
The presidential elections, sad farewells, and fried chicken were among the most frequently Googled topics last year.
EXPLAINED: What's driving the record-low approval of Czech politics?
Many accuse the government of not doing enough to tackle the country’s soaring cost of living and criticize the state’s fiscal policies.
Czech President, PM honor late politician Karel Schwarzenberg at Prague funeral
Petr Pavel described the former foreign minister as a monumental figure in Czech history during his funeral at Prague Castle on Saturday.
