FAQ: Getting licensed to drive an automatic in the Czech Republic
More and more Czech driving schools offer training on automatic-gear cars – good news for those who want to ditch the third pedal.
Social media saves traditional herb shop in the heart of Prague
When an old-fashioned herb shop in central Prague announced its closure, support on social media led to a new lease of life.
Scaremingham? Quaint English translations of Prague neighborhoods
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With some speculation and creative wordplay, you can see the historical equivalents of all 112 official districts.
On this day in 1342: Prague's medieval Judith Bridge collapsed
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The predecessor of Charles Bridge stood for 170 years until it was destroyed in a flood; traces of it can still be seen today in Prague.
A new poll reveals the Czech Republic's favorite foreign nations
Research shows that Czechs have positive perceptions of their neighbors but negative impressions of eastern powers.
Valentine’s Day gift ideas that celebrate the beauty of Czech glass
Create a uniquely personalized gift or Czech glass experience that’s from the heart with heritage brand Moser.
Forbes’ '30 under 30' reveals the most influential young Czechs
Athletes, musicians, influencers, and business leaders made it into Forbes’ prestigious ranking of the country’s most powerful young people.
Prague tops ranking for highest cost of living in the CEE region
While the Czech capital was the most expensive in the region, but residents have the highest purchasing power.
Prague's new building rules want developers to help build a better city
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In the absence of high tax income, Prague City Hall wants to fill coffers for infrastructure developments with fees from developers.
Prague reaches agreement to show Mucha's ‘Slav Epic’ at Savarin Palace
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A draft agreement would give the paintings a home for at least 25 years and see the end of the ownership dispute with Mucha's grandson.
Business services sector set to hire more skilled foreigners in Czechia
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The Covid pandemic led to a downturn in Czech-based companies seeking out foreign workers, but now demand has spiked.
Sweeping new integration plan aims to improve life for foreigners in Prague
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Prague officials see the integration of foreigners as key to enhancing social cohesion in an increasingly multicultural city.
New cocktail, book, and events bar brings volumes of creativity to Vinohrady
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The Electric Sheep Book Bar opened at the end of November 2021 and offers lit-themed cocktails and a regular book club.
As controversy swirls around J.K. Rowling, her Czech charity pushes through reforms
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The author’s views on transgender issues have attracted criticism, but her Lumos charity continues to fight for Czech kids.
Prague Castle to devote exhibit to Jože Plečnik, born 150 years ago this week
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The Slovenian architect turned Prague Castle into a suitable presidential seat and also built an iconic church in Prague 3.
Prague mayor refloats the possibility of a floating pool on the Vltava
Zdeněk Hřib tweeted that he now supports the plan from 2017 to build a spa at the end of Náplavka.
Czech government slams lack of U.S. ambassador in Prague as eastern tensions rise
The U.S. Embassy in Prague has been without an ambassador for a year today, and the Czech government isn’t happy.
