Czech news in brief for January 26: Monday's top morning headlines
Heavy snow expected across Czechia this week, Pavel defends Czech mission in Afghanistan, and \prague ranked priciest city in Eastern Europe.
Okamura blasts Ukrainian flag on Charles Bridge, vows tougher migration rules
A 30-meter flag, unfurled to mark Unity Day this weekend, was called into question by Czechia's house speaker, who pledged new foreigner restrictions.
This week's guide to English-friendly Czech cinema and streaming
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The Prague-shot Kafka biopic Franz makes its streaming debut on Netflix, and the Oscar-nominated Hamnet premieres in local cinemas.
EXPLAINED: The legacy and future of Prague’s historic Invalidovna complex
The baroque complex in Karlín, originally built for war veterans, is set for a major renovation to become a cultural hub by 2030.
Prague transport alert: Flora metro station closing for 10 months from Feb. 2
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The Flora station on Prague's line A will shut from Feb. 2 for major renovation, including new escalators and accessibility upgrades.
Czechia remains one of Europe’s most budget-friendly dining destinations
A new study finds Prague and Czechia among Europe’s cheapest for a three-course dinner, with major cities still more affordable than the West.
Czech café serves gold-topped 'smažák' to keep backpackers at bay
An establishment in Šumava has found a novel—if expensive—way to filter clientele: by gilding the nation's fried budget favorite, smažený sýr.
Tightened emissions rules could drive up ride-sharing fares in Prague
Prague’s Euro 6d taxi rules could increase ride-hailing costs by 2027 as older vehicles are phased out and drivers face higher operating costs.
What to do this weekend in Prague: Best events for Jan. 23–25
Prague is serving up culture and carnival this weekend, from Bocelli's velvet tenor to Twin Peaks marathons and pig slaughter feasts.
'Prague and Syria—both are my homelands': A Muslim family's ten years in Czechia on film
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The new documentary Amira's Children shows an integration in real time amid a period of highly polarized debate on refugees in Czechia.
Czech government admits economy can’t function without internationals
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Nearly 1 million internationals now work in Czechia, with the government highlighting their role and planning faster residence permits.
Czech news in brief for January 21: Wednesday's top afternoon headlines
Czech opposition backs Denmark, Greenland, police find more weapons after Chřibská shooting, and First Lady calls for unity in society.
Would adopting the euro make life in Czechia cheaper – and boost its EU clout?
Experts say adopting the euro could ease trade and banking, but Czech households may face short-term price rises if the country joins the eurozone.
10 photos that defined Czechia in 2025: From politics to culture
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Award-winning images document a nation in transition: coal's last breath, political resurgence, and environmental crisis.
Prague moves ahead with pedestrian-friendly square near Pařížská Street
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A Danish studio will redesign the piazzetta outside the Fairmont hotel into a greener public space extending toward the Vltava.
Massive manure leak threatens Czech national park, water supply
Authorities estimate that as much as 3,000 cubic metres of manure leaked from the 6,000-cubic-metre tank; the slurry has now reached Austria
Rents in Czechia set to rise faster than wages in 2026
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Rents could rise by up to 9 percent in 2026, outpacing wage growth and adding tens of thousands of new tenants to Czechia’s market.
