Another suspect charged in Pardubice arms factory arson case

Czech cabinet ministers to attend NATO summit in Ankara, president’s participation uncertain

Our Easter Sunday music programme focuses on the album Studánko Rubínko (Ruby Well) by Hradišťan, one of the nation’s most acclaimed folk ensembles. 

Ten years ago, the first elephant calf in the history of Prague Zoo was born. Today Max lives in Antwerp, but his story remains one of the greatest successes of elephant breeding in the Czech Republic.

A rare painting by the Czech modernist Josef Šíma has resurfaced after nearly a century out of the public view. Painted in Paris in 1927, Europa is considered a near twin of one of the artist’s most important works, now held by the Moravian Gall...

Heightened security measures at public events over Easter

The Pokémon scene in Prague is vibrant and active, with a mix of official events, dedicated gaming stores, and a bustling Pokémon GO community. Kaja Novak checked it out.

Czech government envoy for Green Deal threatens to end all funding to NGO

Legend has it that eggs were needed for the construction of Charles Bridge. But the people of Velvary brought boiled eggs and became a lasting target of ridicule.

Culture minister dismisses Martin Baxa from Prague Spring board following dispute over allocation of funds

Prague hosting record-breaking youth handball tournament over Easter

Czech radiation sensors aboard Artemis II spacecraft

Originally proposed by Alice Garrigue Masaryková in 1921, the Easter Truce encouraged public kindness, respectful dialogue, and civic reflection during the Easter period. Although the initiative is more than 100 years old, its legacy lives on.

PM: Czech government will not join international talks on fuel crisis

Mayors and Independents call for emergency session on public media

As of this week, children in the Czech Republic have a new advocate: the country’s first officially appointed Children’s Ombudsman. The role is meant to strengthen the protection of children’s rights and give young people a stronger voice.

Czech government caps fuel margins, cuts diesel tax

The Czech Republic has established itself as a significant player in the global computer game industry. Iconic titles such as Arma and DayZ (Bohemia Interactive), Euro Truck Simulator 2 (SCS Software), Mafia (Illusion Softworks/2K Czech), and Kingdo...

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State galleries to offer free entry on first Sunday of each month

Skiing continues in Harrachov as Ještěd switches to summer season

President Pavel questions NATO role in Iran conflict, warns of US exit test

Are you in Prague for the Easter holidays? Here are 8 tips for places to go and things to see.

Government reviewing next steps on Vatican treaty after court ruling

Fuel price measures on table as cabinet weighs margin caps and tax cuts

Demographers are ringing alarm bells –Czechs are slowly dying out. The birth rate has been steadily declining and last year it reached its lowest level in 240 years.

PM Babiš met fuel distributors as government weighs margin caps

President Pavel visits cancer research labs and ethnology institute

Czechia’s footballers are going to the World Cup for the first time in two decades after a dramatic win over Denmark in Prague on Tuesday night. The Czechs will now face South Korea, South Africa and co-hosts at global soccer’s biggest showcase....

Fuel distributors open to margin deal with PM Babiš (ANO Party)

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The National Museum in Prague has received part of the estate of Czechoslovak Olympic discus champion Olga Fikotová-Connolly, including the gold medal she won at the 1956 Games in Melbourne. A ceremonial handover of the items took place at the muse...

Online identity system outage disrupts access to state services

Billionaire Tykač’s firm cleared to buy half of Czech Mafra media group

Part of Vatican treaty unconstitutional, top court rules

PM Babiš to meet fuel distributors again as government eyes margin caps

In the heart of Kroměříž stands the Archbishop’s Castle, home to one of the oldest and most remarkable libraries in the country. Founded in 1694, it was envisioned as a centre of education and has grown into a vast collection of rare books and...

Czech public finance deficit edges up to 2.1 percent of GDP

Top court: Treaty with Vatican contravenes constitution

Czechs reach football World Cup for first time in two decades

Test your knowledge of things Czech!

Mercedes-Benz Trucks investment “one of biggest in Czechia”

Pavel: Czechia should reassess relations with Hungary over Russia contact revelations

A survey conducted by Beat Sexism suggests that one in three people in the Czech Republic have experienced drink spiking, 91 percent of them young women. Despite the prevalence of such incidents, drink spiking is still not defined as a criminal offe...

Czech scientists have introduced what they describe as the world’s first probiotic dental nanofloss. It releases beneficial bacteria beneath the gum line and may help reduce gum inflammation linked to periodontitis. I spoke with gum disease specia...

Czech, Slovak governments hold first joint session in three years

Doctors condemn questioning of vaccination strategy

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Prosecutor requests custody for latest detainee in arson case

Number of births in Czechia lowest since records began

Foreign national confesses to attack on Russian facility in Prague

Czechs facing Danes in bid to reach first World Cup in 20 years

The Czech and Slovak governments met again on Tuesday after a three-year pause, signalling a renewed phase in bilateral relations. Political scientist Petr Kaniok says cooperation between the two countries remains strong in practical terms. However,...

Expo 2025 commissioner dismissed amid budget dispute

Czech and Slovak governments resume joint talks after three-year pause

Czech government sanctions Russian national over ‘shadow fleet’ links

Cabinet approves nominations to 16 ambassadorial posts

Fifth suspect detained over Pardubice arms factory fire

Government considering measures against soaring fuel prices

Tensions between Czech politicians and the media have once again come to the fore. A joint statement signed by more than 20 prominent editors criticizes the approach of Andrej Babiš toward journalists. The rare joint statement highlights growing t...

EU ministers to coordinate response to soaring energy prices

Researchers in Czechia have carried out an unusual experiment to help people living on the streets, testing whether cash support or help from a social worker can improve their situation. The results suggest many were able to improve their situation,...

Kateřina Siniaková won the doubles title in Miami, claiming the so-called Sunshine Double for the first time in her career. Together with American partner Taylor Townsend, they defeated the Italian duo Sara Errani and Jasmine Paolini 7–6, 6–1 ...

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Demand for fuel growing in Czechia despite soaring costs

Audit Office: Czechia struggling to stabilize public finances as debt continues to rise

Czech banks to tighten investment mortgage rules from April

Czech businessman found dead in Paraguay, fellow national on the run

Journalists urge PM Babiš to respect independent media

The commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, symbolized by an illuminated cross, is closely tied to the town of Nový Bor in the Česká Lípa region. According to a local historian, the cross shone here even in times before electric lighti...

Coal mining shaped Ostrava and Karviná for more than two centuries. Now, with the last mine closed, that era has come to an end. This Czechast special walks through the Landek Mining Museum and reflects on what remains.

Czech climber dies in fall on Greek island of Kalymnos

Siniaková wins Miami doubles title to complete Sunshine Double

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Prague figure skating championships draw nearly 128,000 spectators

Pro-Palestinian march passes through central Prague

Lehečka to face Sinner in Miami Open final

Jágr says return to professional hockey unlikely

Babiš says fuel price relief may require capping traders’ margins

Charles Bridge egg festival marks tenth anniversary

Czechia switched to daylight saving time overnight

Antonín Dvořák’s Rusalka, a lyrical story of longing, sacrifice, and the impossibility of uniting two different worlds, premiered on March 31, 1901, at the National Theatre in Prague. Since then, it has become one of the most valuable treasures...

When the first sound of glass rang out on March 31, 1856, in Kamenický Šenov (then known as Steinschönau) inside the newly established School of Drawing and Modelling, no one could have imagined they were witnessing the birth of an institution th...

US figure skater Malinin becomes world champion in Prague

Fourth suspect detained over arson attack at Pardubice arms factory

Czech army fills nearly two thirds of annual recruitment target

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Earth Hour to switch off lights at landmarks across Czechia

Volunteers across Czechia join nationwide clean-up

Kwizera sets Prague Half Marathon record, Gitonga is fastest woman

Lehečka reaches first Masters final in Miami

The sale of kratom in the Czech Republic has been subject to stricter regulations for four months now. Although it can currently only be sold by licensed shops, it was previously available, for example, in shopping centers. Despite the new rules, ho...

Inspectors find toxic substance in infant formula, sales halted

Czech monk killed by leopard in Sri Lanka national park

Czechia have moved a step closer to reaching international football’s biggest showcase for the first time in two decades. Following a hard-fought victory over Ireland on Thursday, the Czechs will now host Denmark on Tuesday to decide a place at th...

Police probe AI-generated fake photo linked to Pardubice arson case

Czech TV warns of insolvency over proposed fee changes

Molotov cocktails thrown at Russian cultural center in Prague

Security authority examining Turek’s comments on Russia sanctions as possible security breach

PM Babiš proposing cap on fuel margins amid rising prices

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EBU warns proposed funding changes could threaten stability of Czech public media

Czechs beat Ireland in World Cup qualifying play-off semifinal

Babiš urges fuel distributors to cut prices as Czech fuel costs hit 3.5-year high

Remains of priest Václav Drbola exhumed ahead of beatification

Russian court bans Oscar-winning documentary Mr. Nobody Against Putin

Coal mining in the Ostrava-Karviná basin has come to an end after nearly two and a half centuries. The last OKD mine has shut down, bringing to a close an industry that transformed this corner of Czechia into one of Central Europe’s industrial he...

Czech skater Reshtenko qualifies for free skate at Prague world championships

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Prague Castle opens exhibition combining St Vitus Cathedral treasure and contemporary art

Veteran actor and writer Zdeněk Svěrák is known internationally for Kolya and in his native Czechia for a string of much-loved films and plays. This weekend he turns 90, with the celebrations to be relayed from the Prague theatre he co-created to...

Czech arms maker CSG reports 35 percent profit growth

Some Czech energy suppliers raise gas prices as market reacts to Middle East crisis

Heavy snow in Czech mountains prompts warning for drivers and hikers

Jiří Lehečka reaches Miami Open semi-final after beating Martin Landaluce

The world figure skating championships are back in Prague for the first time since 1993, reviving a tradition that dates back decades. The Czech capital has hosted the event several times before, including the historic 1962 championships. This year,...

Czechia facing Ireland in World Cup playoffs semi-final in Prague

Senate: Redirecting spending away from army is risk

Škoda official: Autonomous public transport may appear in Czechia in decade and half

Karviná deny wrongdoing amid massive match-fixing investigation