August 2025: Everything you need to know this month in Czechia
An array of historical and cultural observances take place in August, as well as preparations for September and the autumn: mark your calendars.
‘We will not be Czechoslovakia’: Israel invokes Munich as Czechia resists Palestinian state
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar warned against Munich-style appeasement as Czechia resists Palestinian state recognition, calling instead for dialogue.
Czech news in brief for August 1: Friday's top headlines
Police, ministry websites hit by cyberattack, Kladno trains return to Masaryk Station Aug. 4, and Brno meat tech start-up gets CZK 61M grant.
Czech news in brief for July 31: Thursday's top headlines
Czech seismographs detect strong Kamchatka quake, Czech Oscar bid sparks controversy, and Prague flights unaffected by UK radar chaos.
Prague’s housing crisis: 7 ways people are adapting to soaring costs
Sky-high prices and low supply are pushing Prague residents to downsize, move out, or get creative with how they live.
Are you ready for a blackout? New Czech crisis manual tells you how to prepare
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The country's first official survival guide urges citizens to keep a radio, food, and water for 72 hours, and small-denomination cash.
Czech news in brief for July 30: Wednesday's top headlines
Twenty-eight groups register for Czech October elections, Toyota to build EVs in Czechia from 2028, and bodies found near Prague hospital stairs.
As Czech firms hire more foreigners, real integration remains a challenge
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With nearly one in five workers in Czechia now foreign, new data reveals that diversity is rising – but support for integration is lagging behind.
Liberec region set to buy landmark Ještěd hotel and tower
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The futuristic mountaintop hotel and transmitter, eyed for UNESCO status, will remain in public hands after years.
Czech news in brief for July 29: Tuesday's top headlines
Czech economy hit by new EU-U.S. tariff deal, Czech party ignites national euthanasia debate, and Liberec region to buy back iconic Ještěd tower.
Massages, marijuana, and mayhem on the Royal Route: How Prague is responding
In-your-face displays of tourist traps and questionable outlets dominate the Czech capital's most touristic path, raising questions about integrity.
How the new transatlantic trade deal may reshape prices, jobs, and industry in Czechia
US President Donald Trump's proposed agreement with the EU will likely make several items and industries costlier than now.
Czech news in brief for July 28: Monday's top headlines
Czech leaders accept EU-US tariffs deal, Beskydy streams near flood as rains intensify, and Prague Pride kicks off today with 180+ events.
Prague Pride 2025: A guide to parades, parties, and English-friendly festivities
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This year's week-long LGBTQ+ festival kicks off from July 28, spotlighting queer identity, community, and activism with 200+ events across the city.
Czech news in brief for July 27: Sunday's top headlines
Strong storms and heavy rain batters north Moravia, Bouzková tops Nosková to win Prague Open, and more weekend headlines.
Czechia sends its first contestant to world's largest transgender pageant
Martina Sobková becomes the first Czech to compete at Miss International Queen, the largest global beauty pageant for transgender women.
Czech news in brief for July 26: Saturday's top headlines
Russia slams Czech ban on communist propaganda, Czechia backs OSCE probe into prisoner torture, and more weekend headlines.
