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Czech foreign minister apologises for remarks about female ice hockey players
Czech foreign minister apologises for remarks about female ice hockey players

Czech government approves creation of artificial intelligence council
Czech government approves creation of artificial intelligence council

Former first lady Dagmar Havlová awarded record compensation over false tabloid story
Former first lady Dagmar Havlová awarded record compensation over false tabloid story

A Grand Return to Bohemian Paradise: Drábské světničky Reopen After Five-Year Closure
Drábské světničky, a historic rock castle in Bohemian Paradise, has reopened to the public following five years of restoration work on its visitor infrastructure. The site had been closed since 2021 due to extensive wear and erosion of the sandstone rock formations caused by excessive tourist traffic. A newly constructed system of elevated walkways now prevents direct foot contact with the fragile rock surfaces. The site will be open to visitors year-round, with free admission.

New exhibition explores Jaroslav Čermák, the 19th-century Czech painter who made his name in Paris
A new exhibition at the Prague City Gallery's Municipal Library venue looks back at the life and work of Jaroslav Čermák, a Czech painter who enjoyed considerable success across Europe in the 19th century but gradually faded from public memory.

Czech student wins international junior astronomy olympiad in Thailand
Czech student wins international junior astronomy olympiad in Thailand

Series of minor earthquakes recorded in western Czechia
Series of minor earthquakes recorded in western Czechia

Lurdes Gloria Manuel named Czech Athlete of Year after dream season
Lurdes Gloria Manuel, who this year became indoor world champion in the 400 metres, has been named Czech Athlete of the Year for 2026. At 21, the sprinter is the youngest recipient of the award in the history of independent Czechia.

Supreme Court rejects PM Babiš appeal over apology to former minister’s wife
Supreme Court rejects PM Babiš appeal over apology to former minister’s wife

Electric car sales in Czechia expected to rise by 45 percent this year
Electric car sales in Czechia expected to rise by 45 percent this year

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Czechia has legal tools to block Russian players from ice hockey championship, minister says
Czechia has legal tools to block Russian players from ice hockey championship, minister says

Tourist arrivals in Czechia rise by four percent in third quarter
Tourist arrivals in Czechia rise by four percent in third quarter

Czech unemployment remains at five percent for fourth consecutive month
Czech unemployment remains at five percent for fourth consecutive month

Icy road suspected in 23-vehicle pile-up in northeastern Czechia
Icy road suspected in 23-vehicle pile-up in northeastern Czechia

Czech women’s ice hockey players condemn foreign minister’s remarks
Czech women’s ice hockey players condemn foreign minister’s remarks

Czech vineyards decline despite billions in state support
Czech vineyards decline despite billions in state support

Czech Radio: Seven Czech deputy ministers still lack security clearance
Czech Radio: Seven Czech deputy ministers still lack security clearance

Prague coalition talks continue as STAN gains ground in national opinion poll
Prague coalition talks continue as STAN gains ground in national opinion poll

Nosková wins WTA Finals opener, Siniaková and Townsend lose first match
Nosková wins WTA Finals opener, Siniaková and Townsend lose first match

Foreign Minister Macinka to discuss Russian players’ participation in women’s ice hockey championship
Foreign Minister Macinka to discuss Russian players’ participation in women’s ice hockey championship

Remembrance Sunday marked at war graves in Prague’s Olšany Cemetery
Remembrance Sunday marked at war graves in Prague’s Olšany Cemetery

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Poll shows Mayors and Independents closing gap on ruling ANO party
Poll shows Mayors and Independents closing gap on ruling ANO party

Survey: Average age of tenants in Czechia rises to over 33
Survey: Average age of tenants in Czechia rises to over 33

Czech leaders express condolences after deadly shooting in Kraków
Czech leaders express condolences after deadly shooting in Kraków

PM Babiš to visit Israel to discuss air defence system
PM Babiš to visit Israel to discuss air defence system

Lurdes Gloria Manuel named Czech Athlete of the Year
Lurdes Gloria Manuel named Czech Athlete of the Year

Miroslav Beinhauer explores the complete piano works of Alois Hába
Czech pianist Miroslav Beinhauer has made a name for himself exploring lesser-known repertoire of the 20th and 21st centuries, with a particular interest in unconventional music.

The kiss that made history: Smetana’s The Kiss celebrates 150 years
When it premiered at Prague’s Provisional Theatre on 7 November 1876, The Kiss was greeted with great enthusiasm. By then, Bedřich Smetana had already lost his hearing completely, yet he went on to create a work that would become one of the most popular Czech operas. Inspired by a short story by Karolina Světlá, it brought to the stage the world of the Czech countryside, with its humour, love and stubbornness. A century and a half later, The Kiss remains Smetana’s second most frequently performed opera, after The Bartered Bride, and one of the symbols of Czech musical culture.

Nearly 1,000 people run through Prague in support of public service media
Nearly 1,000 people run through Prague in support of public service media

Festival 4+4 Days in Motion opens in Prague with Swiss multimedia performance
Festival 4+4 Days in Motion opens in Prague with Swiss multimedia performance

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Czech government to discuss giving critical infrastructure operators powers to disable drones
Czech government to discuss giving critical infrastructure operators powers to disable drones

Temperatures in Czechia drop to below -14°C overnight
Temperatures in Czechia drop to below -14°C overnight

Czech women’s ice hockey team beat Austria 4-1 in World Championship opener
Czech women’s ice hockey team beat Austria 4-1 in World Championship opener

Onsemi cancels planned CZK43.5bn expansion in Rožnov
Onsemi cancels planned CZK43.5bn expansion in Rožnov

Czech and Hungarian presidents to discuss energy and V4 cooperation in Prague
Czech and Hungarian presidents to discuss energy and V4 cooperation in Prague

Finance Ministry expects public finance deficit to widen to 3.5 percent of GDP next year
Finance Ministry expects public finance deficit to widen to 3.5 percent of GDP next year

Czech expert: Level of plane bomb threats unseen in decades
As elsewhere in Europe, Czech civil aviation has been disrupted by bomb threats. A number of flights to Prague were the target on Thursday, while more planes headed or scheduled to depart from the city had to be investigated on Friday. A Czech expert says the current level of threats hasn’t been seen in 25 years.

EC: Czechia eligible for exemption from EU migration solidarity mechanism
EC: Czechia eligible for exemption from EU migration solidarity mechanism

Police investigate bomb threats targeting nine flights to and from Prague
Police investigate bomb threats targeting nine flights to and from Prague

Power restored to Prague after outage affects 70,000 households
Power restored to Prague after outage affects 70,000 households

Andrew “Drew” Feustel: Czechs have made strong contributions to space science
On Monday, former US astronaut Andrew “Drew” Feustel was a special guest at Prague’s Planetarium as part of Czech Space Week. Feustel, whose wife Indira Feustel has Czech roots, famously took a Krtek (Little Mole) toy with him on two space flights, and enjoys close ties with this country. Both Drew and Indira Feustel were interviewed live on stage at the Planetarium in Prague by Czech Radio host Libor Bouček.

Power outage hits parts of Prague, forcing lower house to suspend session
Power outage hits parts of Prague, forcing lower house to suspend session

Exhibition explores story of iconic Barrandov Bridge sculpture and plans for its return
A new exhibition currently underway in Prague explores the story of Equilibrium, the iconic sculpture that stood beside the Barrandov Bridge for almost four decades before collapsing last summer. It also looks at plans to bring the sculpture back. 

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Czechs lose to Sweden in Moták’s first game as head coach
Czechs lose to Sweden in Moták’s first game as head coach

MPs to vote on tighter conditions for Ukrainian refugees
MPs to vote on tighter conditions for Ukrainian refugees

PM Babiš promises public-service media stable funding, rules still undecided
PM Babiš promises public-service media stable funding, rules still undecided

Czechs in NHL: Zacha scores twice as Pastrňák helps Boston beat Pittsburgh
Czechs in NHL: Zacha scores twice as Pastrňák helps Boston beat Pittsburgh

Czech government plans to withdraw funding for Prague Defence Summit
Czech government plans to withdraw funding for Prague Defence Summit

Czech central bank raises interest rate and cuts economic growth forecasts
Czech central bank raises interest rate and cuts economic growth forecasts

ANO leads Czech opinion poll as ODS loses support and smaller parties gain
ANO leads Czech opinion poll as ODS loses support and smaller parties gain

President Pavel calls for united European approach to Ukraine peace talks
President Pavel calls for united European approach to Ukraine peace talks

Czech central bank raises key interest rate to four percent
Czech central bank raises key interest rate to four percent

Czechia receives rare books and publications from Czech-American communities
Czechia has received a collection of historical books and publications from Czech and Slovak emigrant communities in the United States. The collection was officially handed over at a ceremony at Černín Palace in Prague on Tuesday.

More Czechs turning to AI for health advice; doctors warn against relying on chatbots
More people in Czechia are turning to artificial intelligence for health advice, including mental health support. While chatbots can help explain medical information and give basic advice on minor ailments, doctors warn that relying on them for diagnoses or treatment decisions can be dangerous. A new guide aims to help patients use the technology safely.

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Use of artificial intelligence among Czech companies doubles in one year
Use of artificial intelligence among Czech companies doubles in one year

A walk through autumnal Prague
A walk through autumnal Prague

Czechs feel safest in four years, but health concerns persist
Czechs feel safest in four years, but health concerns persist

Bomb threats target several flights across Europe, including four bound for Prague
Bomb threats target several flights across Europe, including four bound for Prague

Opposition fails for third time to push for removal of lower house speaker Okamura
Opposition fails for third time to push for removal of lower house speaker Okamura

Škoda Auto threatens to review hockey sponsorship if Russia returns
Škoda Auto threatens to review hockey sponsorship if Russia returns

Czechia tightens rules on foreigners with new residence law
President Petr Pavel has signed an amendment to the Foreigners Act that tightens the rules governing the entry and residence of foreigners in Czechia. Under the new legislation, all foreign nationals staying in the country long-term will be required to register.

Czech retail sales growth slows to 4.1 percent in September
Czech retail sales growth slows to 4.1 percent in September

Škoda Auto unions warn of reduced overtime over pay dispute
Škoda Auto unions warn of reduced overtime over pay dispute

Czech basketball player Vít Krejčí suffers broken ankle in NBA game
Czech basketball player Vít Krejčí suffers broken ankle in NBA game

Prime Minister Babiš and cabinet ministers to address Prague security conference
Prime Minister Babiš and cabinet ministers to address Prague security conference

V4 presidents to discuss Ukraine, EU enlargement and energy at Slovakia summit
V4 presidents to discuss Ukraine, EU enlargement and energy at Slovakia summit

Coalition pushes controversial conflict-of-interest amendment towards first reading
Coalition pushes controversial conflict-of-interest amendment towards first reading

Lower house approves law aimed at making online environment safer
Lower house approves law aimed at making online environment safer

Babiš and Tusk welcome renewed Visegrad Four cooperation
Babiš and Tusk welcome renewed Visegrad Four cooperation

A toy lion, a prehistoric Venus and a tram ticket: Czechia’s unusual cargo for space
Czech astronaut Aleš Svoboda could be heading to the International Space Station as early as next year. The national Czech Journey to Space project has now unveiled a selection of objects he may take with him, reflecting the country's history, culture, ingenuity and everyday life.

Krkonoše National Park staff unions declare strike alert amid growing tensions over management
Krkonoše National Park staff unions declare strike alert amid growing tensions over management

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I’m cold-blooded in these situations, says Czech “who saved the internet”
The international media have dubbed Ondřej Surý “the man who saved the internet” and “the unsung hero of the internet”. After serious flaws were recently discovered in PHP, a code used in most websites, the Czech – an expert in the field – managed to create a patch for the problem before attackers got a chance to do potentially enormous damage. I asked Surý what the specific risk to website operators had been.

PM Babiš: Democrats’ huge election victory likely to paralyse American politics
PM Babiš: Democrats’ huge election victory likely to paralyse American politics

PM Babiš says media strike and protests will not change government’s plans
PM Babiš says media strike and protests will not change government’s plans

Poverty rate among Roma in Czechia more than five times the national average, EU report says
Poverty rate among Roma in Czechia more than five times the national average, EU report says

Czech Paradise Geopark to lose UNESCO status over gemstone trade
Czech Paradise Geopark to lose UNESCO status over gemstone trade

Czech ice hockey joins European boycott of matches against Russia
Czech ice hockey joins European boycott of matches against Russia

Opposition leaders call PM Babiš to talks on public-service media funding
Opposition leaders call PM Babiš to talks on public-service media funding

National Theatre unions call for culture minister’s resignation
National Theatre unions call for culture minister’s resignation

Thousands rally in Prague and other cities in support of public-service media
Thousands rally in Prague and other cities in support of public-service media

Government approves military development strategy until 2040
Government approves military development strategy until 2040

PM Babiš opposes return of Russian hockey players to international competitions
PM Babiš opposes return of Russian hockey players to international competitions

Josef Mašín Jr., last surviving member of Mašín brothers' resistance group, dies aged 94
Josef Mašín Jr., last surviving member of Mašín brothers' resistance group, dies aged 94

President Pavel warns Europe risks being left out of Ukraine peace talks
President Pavel warns Europe risks being left out of Ukraine peace talks

Pavel says proposed army development plan falls short of NATO commitments
Pavel says proposed army development plan falls short of NATO commitments

Czech manufacturing records strongest improvement since February 2022
Czech manufacturing records strongest improvement since February 2022

Sports great Hašek demands legislation to block Russian athletes
There has been a broadly critical response in Europe to a decision by a top sports court to overturn a ban on Russia in international ice hockey competitions. Here in Czechia, ex-player Dominik Hašek has demanded legislation to block events featuring Russians – and come out strongly against states withdrawing from hosting international championships over the situation.

Czech Radio to scale back news and current affairs during Tuesday strike
Czech Radio to scale back news and current affairs during Tuesday strike

World's parkour elite gather in Brno
Overcoming obstacles, spectacular acrobatic jumps and races against the clock. Brno hosted athletes from around the world as it welcomed the Parkour World Championships, organised under the umbrella of the international organisation Parkour Earth. Pictured: Czech competitor David Sumara.

Police say intervention against protesters in lower house was justified
Police say intervention against protesters in lower house was justified

Majority of Czechs dissatisfied with Babiš government, poll finds
Majority of Czechs dissatisfied with Babiš government, poll finds

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Several laureates absent from culture awards ceremony amid criticism of format
Several laureates absent from culture awards ceremony amid criticism of format

Government to discuss army development strategy until 2040
Government to discuss army development strategy until 2040

Czech military must prepare for prolonged war, but lacks the funding, says former army chief
The Czech government is due to discuss a new military development strategy looking ahead to 2040, which identifies Russia as a major security threat and calls for substantial improvements in the country's defence capabilities. But former chief of the Czech general staff Jiří Šedivý (now CEVRO University) warns that planned funding will not be sufficient to meet those ambitions. Speaking to Czech Radio, he said years of underinvestment have left the armed forces struggling to meet NATO requirements and prepare for a prolonged military conflict.

Vladař wins Czech goaltending duel as Špaček earns first NHL point
Vladař wins Czech goaltending duel as Špaček earns first NHL point

Czechs commemorate All Souls’ Day as police increase cemetery patrols
Czechs commemorate All Souls’ Day as police increase cemetery patrols

Czech audit office questions effectiveness of EU-funded projects
Czech audit office questions effectiveness of EU-funded projects

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Former Czech Television directors defend licence fee funding
Former Czech Television directors defend licence fee funding

Czech sports minister seeks talks over Russia’s return to international hockey
Czech sports minister seeks talks over Russia’s return to international hockey

Czech government to review updated army development strategy
Czech government to review updated army development strategy

Survey reveals deep divide over Czech public media funding reform
Survey reveals deep divide over Czech public media funding reform

Mikuláš Medek: the painter the communist regime tried to silence
Mikuláš Medek, one of the most prominent figures in Czech post-war art, was born on November 3, 1926. Despite bans imposed by the communist regime, Medek managed to create a body of work that is now regarded as one of the high points of modern Czech painting. The exhibition Defying the Ban and a forthcoming comprehensive monograph mark the centenary of his birth.

Snow falls in Czech mountains, with 15 centimetres recorded on Praděd
Snow falls in Czech mountains, with 15 centimetres recorded on Praděd

Nearly half of Czech renters face higher housing costs, survey finds
Nearly half of Czech renters face higher housing costs, survey finds

NHL: Pastrňák scores milestone goal as Boston beats Chicago in overtime
NHL: Pastrňák scores milestone goal as Boston beats Chicago in overtime

Radio Prague's Monthly Quiz
Test your knowledge of things Czech!

Bree Nichols: American soprano with a passion for Czech opera
Bree Nichols is an American soprano and voice teacher based in Prague. A Fulbright alumna who came to the Czech Republic through the Fulbright programme, she is known for her sensitive interpretations of Czech vocal music and for performing more than a dozen operatic roles across a diverse repertoire.

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Fires increase in Czechia, but fatalities decline
Fires increase in Czechia, but fatalities decline

Prague extends cemetery opening hours for All Souls’ Day
Prague extends cemetery opening hours for All Souls’ Day

Czech seniors living longer, but fewer years spent in good health
Czech seniors living longer, but fewer years spent in good health

PM Babiš proposes voluntary licence fees without direct state budget funding
PM Babiš proposes voluntary licence fees without direct state budget funding

HIV cases in Czechia rise in first nine months of 2026
HIV cases in Czechia rise in first nine months of 2026

Over 40 percent of Czech firms to respond to minimum wage increase
Over 40 percent of Czech firms to respond to minimum wage increase

SZ: Czech billionaire Strnad offers €30 billion for Italian holding Delfin
SZ: Czech billionaire Strnad offers €30 billion for Italian holding Delfin

Prague Car Festival opens with 1,100 cars and motorcycles
Prague Car Festival opens with 1,100 cars and motorcycles

Supreme Administrative Court receives 16 complaints over Senate elections
Supreme Administrative Court receives 16 complaints over Senate elections

ČEZ to raise electricity and gas prices for 1.6 million customers next year
ČEZ to raise electricity and gas prices for 1.6 million customers next year

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SPD rejects tax-based funding for Czech public broadcasters
SPD rejects tax-based funding for Czech public broadcasters

ČEZ says Dukovany nuclear contract has fixed price and timetable
ČEZ says Dukovany nuclear contract has fixed price and timetable

Czech politicians oppose ruling allowing Russia to return to ice hockey championships
Czech politicians oppose ruling allowing Russia to return to ice hockey championships

Juvenile violence on the rise: Schools strengthen crisis-response training
With aggression among children and teenagers on the rise, Czech schools are stepping up their readiness for crisis situations. Experts say recognising warning signs early and knowing how to respond can help prevent violence and save lives.

“I see a meaning in my life”: Kumar Vishwanathan on three decades of supporting Roma in Czechia
Among the recipients of state awards on Wednesday’s Czechoslovak Independence Day was Kumar Vishwanathan, an Indian-born social worker who has devoted decades of his life to helping Czechia’s Roma community. Vishwanathan quit a teaching job to work with Roma who lost their homes in flooding in Ostrava in 1997 and eventually helped set up the city’s Coexistence Village , which he still heads.

Ahold to acquire Tesco stores in Czechia and Slovakia for €1.7 billion
Ahold to acquire Tesco stores in Czechia and Slovakia for €1.7 billion

Czech economy grows by 1.6 percent in third quarter
Czech economy grows by 1.6 percent in third quarter

“Stronger together”: Babiš and Magyar pledge closer cooperation
The Czech and Hungarian governments have agreed to strengthen bilateral ties and coordinate more closely on EU affairs, security, energy and transport. At their first joint meeting in Prague on Thursday, Prime Ministers Andrej Babiš and Péter Magyar also backed closer cooperation within the Visegrad Group (V4) and the development of high-speed rail links across Central Europe.  

Ústí nad Labem region tops Czech pollution rankings, Arnika says
Ústí nad Labem region tops Czech pollution rankings, Arnika says

European Commission provisionally approves final CZK 23bn payment to Czechia
European Commission provisionally approves final CZK 23bn payment to Czechia

Culture minister Klempíř defends controversial changes to arts funding
Culture minister Klempíř defends controversial changes to arts funding

PM Babiš reported considering alternative funding for public broadcasters
PM Babiš reported considering alternative funding for public broadcasters

PM Magyar dismisses Orbán as potential UN chief
PM Magyar dismisses Orbán as potential UN chief

PM Babiš hails Czech-Hungarian ties, says V4 cooperation is gaining momentum
PM Babiš hails Czech-Hungarian ties, says V4 cooperation is gaining momentum

Foreign nationals now make up a quarter of Prague’s population
Foreign nationals now make up a quarter of Prague’s population

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ANO MP first to quit party during current government
For the first time in the term of the current Czech government, an MP has left the party for which they were elected. David Pražák says he quit the ANO benches for a variety of reasons. In any case, the coalition retains a comfortable majority.

Temelín nuclear power plant to replace transformers in multi-million investment
Temelín nuclear power plant to replace transformers in multi-million investment

Siniaková withdraws from Guangzhou tournament before second-round match
Siniaková withdraws from Guangzhou tournament before second-round match

Czechia ranks 13th in European digital dependence study
Czechia ranks 13th in European digital dependence study

Two people charged over benzene train accident in Hustopeče nad Bečvou
Two people charged over benzene train accident in Hustopeče nad Bečvou

Leading Czech palliative care NGO holds anniversary auction
Next Monday will see the opening of the 15th live charity auction organised by Cesta domů , a leading Czech non-profit organisation. Cesta domů plays a vital role in ensuring that professional care for people at the end of life and their loved ones remains accessible and affordable in the comfort of their own homes. Held once a year, the event combines a charity auction with direct support for those who need it most.

Škoda Auto increases operating profit in first three quarters
Škoda Auto increases operating profit in first three quarters

Czech, Hungarian governments hold first joint meeting in Prague
Czech, Hungarian governments hold first joint meeting in Prague

Čáslavská, Forman receive top state honour in Prague Castle ceremony
Čáslavská, Forman receive top state honour in Prague Castle ceremony

Pavel speaks to Stubb about latter’s call with Putin
Pavel speaks to Stubb about latter’s call with Putin

Students declare strike over planned media legislation change on Nov 3
Students declare strike over planned media legislation change on Nov 3

Army chief promoted on Czechoslovak Independence Day
Army chief promoted on Czechoslovak Independence Day

MP elected to lower house on ANO ticket quits party
MP elected to lower house on ANO ticket quits party

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Czechs mark 108th anniversary of country’s independence
Czechs mark 108th anniversary of country’s independence

National Theatre actors announce strike alert over government steps
National Theatre actors announce strike alert over government steps

‘Their stories are more relevant than ever’: Geraldine Manolas on preserving the legacy of Czechoslovak war veterans
Among this year’s recipients of the Gratias Agit Awards, presented by the Czech Foreign Ministry for promoting the country’s good name abroad, was Geraldine Manolas, a British-Czech citizen and granddaughter of Czechoslovak wartime officer Bohuslav Šulc, who served with Czechoslovak forces in Britain during the Second World War. Alongside her professional career, Manolas has devoted herself to preserving the memory of Czechoslovak war veterans in the UK and passing their stories on to younger generations.

Independence Day celebrations in Czechia mark country’s 108th birthday
October 28th is Czechoslovak Independence Day, marking the establishment of Czechoslovakia in 1918.  Czechs will commemorate the 108th anniversary of the birth of the Czechoslovak Republic with a host of events, including a ceremony at the Vítkov Memorial, remembrance events for the country’s first president Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk and an award giving ceremony at Prague Castle.

Czech, Slovak prime ministers unveil sculpture together in Prague
Czech, Slovak prime ministers unveil sculpture together in Prague

Arts minister removes Petr Dvořák as head of board of Czech Audiovisual Fund
Arts minister removes Petr Dvořák as head of board of Czech Audiovisual Fund

Ministry plans to introduce truck tolls from mid-2027
Ministry plans to introduce truck tolls from mid-2027

Industry body says extraordinary tax on refineries threatens sector
Industry body says extraordinary tax on refineries threatens sector

Brno, Prague students join protests over government media funding move
Brno, Prague students join protests over government media funding move

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Pigs' eyes, real skills: surgeons practise with cutting-edge technology in Prague
Prague hosted an international training event where ophthalmologists from 11 countries practised complex surgical procedures using artificial eyes, biological tissue and state-of-the-art technology. British eye surgeon Johnson Neo says simulation allows doctors to learn from their mistakes without putting patients at risk. The course also introduced participants to advanced microscopes, 3D imaging and techniques for dealing with complications during eye surgery.

Inside Prague’s bell tower, where communist secret police spied on Western diplomats
The St Nicholas bell tower in Prague’s Malá Strana once warned the city of fires. During the communist era, it served a very different purpose: the secret police used it to spy on Western diplomats. A new exhibition now invites visitors to discover the tower’s past.

Opposition to challenge law curbing president’s powers at Constitutional Court
Opposition to challenge law curbing president’s powers at Constitutional Court

Police and lawmakers to investigate removal of visitors from lower house gallery
Police and lawmakers to investigate removal of visitors from lower house gallery

Government backs criminal procedure amendment limiting powers of appeal courts
Government backs criminal procedure amendment limiting powers of appeal courts

Government extends fuel price regulation until November 30
Government extends fuel price regulation until November 30

Government nods to proposal to enshrine Czech crown in Constitution
Government nods to proposal to enshrine Czech crown in Constitution

President Pavel to promote 16 military and security officials on Czechoslovak Independence Day
President Pavel to promote 16 military and security officials on Czechoslovak Independence Day

Czech government presses ahead with public media funding overhaul despite weekend demonstrations
The Czech government's surprise move to abolish television and radio licence fees has triggered an angry parliamentary debate and demonstrations in Prague and Brno and other big cities. Critics warn that the proposed switch to state-budget financing could threaten the independence of Czech Television and Czech Radio. The government insists the reform will save households money without compromising editorial freedom. Protesters who spoke to Radio Prague International explain why they remain unconvinced.

Pundit: Public media funding fight major test for Babiš government
The Babiš government’s fast-tracking of legislation to end license fees and fund Czech Television and Czech Radio from the state budget – including a first reading vote passed in the early hours of Saturday – sparked protests at the weekend. I discussed the situation with political scientist Jiří Pehe.

Spooky Zoo in Liberec gets visitors in the mood for Halloween and All Souls’ Day
Halloween may be a foreign tradition, but it is gradually catching on in Czechia. At Liberec Zoo, the annual Spooky Zoo event transformed the grounds into a world of skeletons, vampires and other spooky creatures. 

More than 30,000 hens to be culled at farm in South Bohemia over salmonella
More than 30,000 hens to be culled at farm in South Bohemia over salmonella

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Siniaková climbs 37 places in singles rankings after Osaka triumph
Siniaková climbs 37 places in singles rankings after Osaka triumph

Consumer confidence and economic outlook weaken amid rising energy prices
Consumer confidence and economic outlook weaken amid rising energy prices

First Czech-Hungarian intergovernmental consultations to take place in Prague
First Czech-Hungarian intergovernmental consultations to take place in Prague

PM Babiš on working visit to Algeria to boost energy and defence cooperation
PM Babiš on working visit to Algeria to boost energy and defence cooperation

PM Babiš says coalition will not withdraw public media funding bill
PM Babiš says coalition will not withdraw public media funding bill

Thousands protest in Prague against plans to abolish public media fees
Thousands protest in Prague against plans to abolish public media fees

Top prosecutor backs lowering age of criminal responsibility to 13
Top prosecutor backs lowering age of criminal responsibility to 13

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Czech Foreign Ministry warns against travel to Saudi Arabia over Houthi attacks
Czech Foreign Ministry warns against travel to Saudi Arabia over Houthi attacks

Siniaková wins Osaka title for sixth WTA singles crown
Siniaková wins Osaka title for sixth WTA singles crown

Strong winds halt upper section of cable car to Sněžka
Strong winds halt upper section of cable car to Sněžka

People donate CZK 8.5 million for November 17 commemorations
People donate CZK 8.5 million for November 17 commemorations

Pavel Haas Quartet wins fresh accolade for Martinů’s string quartets
Earlier this month, the Pavel Haas Quartet made headlines once again when it won the prestigious Gramophone award for its latest album featuring Martinů’s string quartets.  It was the 6th music “Oscar” for the internationally acclaimed ensemble.

October 1526: First Prague-Vienna mail route established
When Ferdinand I of Habsburg sought the Bohemian crown in 1526, he needed fast and reliable communications between Vienna and Prague Castle. This led to the creation of the first regular postal route in Central Europe.

Pirates seek Okamura’s removal as speaker of Czech lower house
Pirates seek Okamura’s removal as speaker of Czech lower house

Pavel urges politicians to calm tensions over public media funding bill
Pavel urges politicians to calm tensions over public media funding bill

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Siniaková reaches first WTA singles final in three years
Siniaková reaches first WTA singles final in three years

Czech bishops urge lawmakers to retain public media licence fees
Czech bishops urge lawmakers to retain public media licence fees

Clocks to go back one hour as daylight saving time ends
Clocks to go back one hour as daylight saving time ends

European journalists’ and broadcasters’ organisations criticise Czech public media bill
European journalists’ and broadcasters’ organisations criticise Czech public media bill

Czech photographer wins American Meteorological Society’s photo contest
Czech photographer wins American Meteorological Society’s photo contest

Government bill to abolish license fees for public broadcasters approved in first reading
Government bill to abolish license fees for public broadcasters approved in first reading

Public broadcasters announce strike action in protest of government’s plans to abolish license fees
Public broadcasters announce strike action in protest of government’s plans to abolish license fees

Slovak PM Fico to visit Czechia ahead of Czechoslovak Independence Day celebrations
Slovak PM Fico to visit Czechia ahead of Czechoslovak Independence Day celebrations

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Gratias Agit Awards 2026: from preserving veterans’ legacy to promoting Czech music
The Foreign Ministry has presented its annual Gratias Agit Awards to Czechs and foreigners for promoting the good name of Czechia abroad. This year, 12 personalities and one organisation received the awards. I attended the ceremony at Czernin Palace in Prague.

More than tricks: How Czech freeskiers built a community on and off the slopes
What started as friends premiering their amateur movies has grown into a meeting point for a community of freeskiers. At this year’s Prague premiere, films ranging from urban rail tricks to world-class freeriding showed why freeskiing appeals to beginners and professionals alike.  

Coalition pushes ahead with plan to abolish Czech TV and radio licence fees
Coalition pushes ahead with plan to abolish Czech TV and radio licence fees

Unsound Siblings: 1970s Egon Bondy novel gets English translation
Egon Bondy’s 1973 novel Unsound Siblings (Invalidní sourozenci) was recently published in English for the first time. The book is regarded as a classic parody of Czechoslovakia’s Communist authorities and is a fascinating document of the underground world of that era. I discussed Unsound Siblings with David Vaughan, author of the afterword to the English translation.

Public donate over CZK 6.5 million for November 17 celebrations in Prague
Public donate over CZK 6.5 million for November 17 celebrations in Prague

Martina Sáblíková to become assistant coach after retiring from speed skating
Martina Sáblíková to become assistant coach after retiring from speed skating

Czech MPs approve key parameters of 2027 state budget with CZK 386 billion deficit
Czech MPs approve key parameters of 2027 state budget with CZK 386 billion deficit

Czech President Pavel among candidates for Ukraine peace negotiator, The Telegraph reports
Czech President Pavel among candidates for Ukraine peace negotiator, The Telegraph reports

Czech Technical University hit by cyberattack
Czech Technical University hit by cyberattack

Police investigate violent road-rage attack on D6 motorway
Police investigate violent road-rage attack on D6 motorway

EU court rules Czech law breaches right to a lawyer during police questioning
EU court rules Czech law breaches right to a lawyer during police questioning

Czech Foreign Ministry honours 13 laureates with Gratias Agit awards
Czech Foreign Ministry honours 13 laureates with Gratias Agit awards

Former communist secret police officer given suspended sentence for persecuting Catholic dissident
Former communist secret police officer given suspended sentence for persecuting Catholic dissident

Unprecedented El Niño to hit Czechs in the wallet, experts say
The current El Niño climate pattern has already reached unprecedented intensity, and scientists believe it will have a devastating impact when it approaches its peak in the months ahead. While the “Super El Niño” will mainly hit Pacific Ocean states, experts warn that Czechs will also feel it – in the prices of certain commodities.

Kingdom Come: Deliverance star Luke Dale on becoming a Prague “innkeeper”
Englishman Luke Dale first came to Prague as an actor in Kingdom Come: Deliverance, a video game set in Bohemia in the early 1400s that became a major international hit. Dale has since moved to the city, where he recently opened Nobleman. He describes it as a Czech classic pub with a medieval soul and a British twist, and his social media bios now list “innkeeper” among his activities.

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President Pavel: Europe must unite to avoid becoming irrelevant
President Pavel: Europe must unite to avoid becoming irrelevant

Volkswagen crisis reaches Škoda Auto as pay freeze looms until 2030
Volkswagen crisis reaches Škoda Auto as pay freeze looms until 2030

Culture Ministry withdraws funding for November 17 celebrations
Culture Ministry withdraws funding for November 17 celebrations

Czech MPs to continue debate on 2027 state budget
Czech MPs to continue debate on 2027 state budget

Pavel to discuss European security and support for Ukraine in Berlin
Pavel to discuss European security and support for Ukraine in Berlin

Ji.hlava at 30: Documentaries that changed the world
The Ji.hlava International Documentary Film Festival , one of the largest events of its kind in Central and Eastern Europe, opens its 30th edition on Friday. The program features more than 350 films from around the world, a retrospective section of films that changed the world and a special look back at the festival’s history using its own archive footage.

Merz receives Pavel for talks on Czech-German relations and security
Merz receives Pavel for talks on Czech-German relations and security

Karolína Muchová qualifies for WTA Finals in Indian Wells
Karolína Muchová qualifies for WTA Finals in Indian Wells

Pavel and EU defence commissioner discuss closer cooperation with Ukraine
Pavel and EU defence commissioner discuss closer cooperation with Ukraine

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Macinka calls for stronger Central European cooperation in EU
Macinka calls for stronger Central European cooperation in EU

Tomáš Satoranský to retire from Czech national basketball team
Tomáš Satoranský to retire from Czech national basketball team

70-metre mining tower demolished at former Karviná coal mine
70-metre mining tower demolished at former Karviná coal mine

Defence Minister: Czech army recruits nearly 3,700 soldiers this year
Defence Minister: Czech army recruits nearly 3,700 soldiers this year

President Pavel: Defence depends on rapid adoption of new technology
President Pavel: Defence depends on rapid adoption of new technology

Czech galleries explore art’s potential to improve mental health
Looking at paintings, creating art or attending a concert as part of mental health care. Cultural institutions are joining forces with experts from the National Institute of Mental Health to explore how cultural activities can support mental well-being. Together, they have established a National Platform for Prevention through Culture.  

Communist Konečná joins Patriots for Europe at European Parliament
Communist Konečná joins Patriots for Europe at European Parliament

Slavia secure late draw with Fenerbache in Champions League
Slavia secure late draw with Fenerbache in Champions League

Czech crop invention heads to European farms through British partnership
A molecule developed in Olomouc could help cereal crops make better use of water and nutrients from their earliest stages of growth. Known as TFU, it is being brought to European farmers by British company INTRACROP under a licensing agreement with Palacký University. Its principal inventor, Jaroslav Nisler, explains how an unexpected laboratory discovery became a potential tool for more efficient farming.

Cabinet to discuss new army strategy next week
Cabinet to discuss new army strategy next week

Historic Spitfire returns to Czechia after decades abroad
A historic Spitfire fighter aircraft that served with a Czechoslovak squadron of the British Royal Air Force during the Second World War has returned to Czechia after decades abroad. It was officially unveiled at Točná airfield in Prague, drawing hundreds of spectators. 

Press: Ambassador would like to have Russian experts “explain actions in Ukraine” to Czechs
Press: Ambassador would like to have Russian experts “explain actions in Ukraine” to Czechs

Jakub Hruška of Christian Democrats to be Brno mayor after coalition agreed
Jakub Hruška of Christian Democrats to be Brno mayor after coalition agreed

House of Dreams: A journey into Freud’s childhood in his hometown of Příbor
The father of psychoanalysis Sigmund Freud was born 170 years ago in Příbor, northern Moravia. The house where he was born is open to the public following an extensive reconstruction, and this year his hometown has prepared a special exhibition to mark the anniversary.

Prizes presented at opening of Prix Bohemia radio festival
Prizes presented at opening of Prix Bohemia radio festival

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Historic Spitfire used by Czechoslovak RAF squadron returns to Czechia
Historic Spitfire used by Czechoslovak RAF squadron returns to Czechia

Government approves changes to teaching assistants and inclusive education
Government approves changes to teaching assistants and inclusive education

PM Babiš calls on media to avoid manipulation and personal attacks
PM Babiš calls on media to avoid manipulation and personal attacks

Tripartite reaches agreement on new pay scales for public sector workers
Tripartite reaches agreement on new pay scales for public sector workers

Doctors call for national plan to tackle chronic pain
Doctors call for national plan to tackle chronic pain

Education Ministry considering ways to tackle growing aggression in schools
Education Ministry considering ways to tackle growing aggression in schools

Czech foreign minister criticises US defence chief over remarks on Afghanistan allies
Czech foreign minister criticises US defence chief over remarks on Afghanistan allies

Archaeologists use scanning technology to reconstruct WWII tin mine in Ore Mountains
The former Rolava-Sauersack tin mine in the Ore Mountains was once a site of forced labour, built by the Nazis. Now, archaeologists are using scanning technology to create a virtual reconstruction of the abandoned mine, known for its striking concrete ruins and eerie atmosphere.

Czech ministry to set up advisory team on rental housing
Czech ministry to set up advisory team on rental housing

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Czechia rejects Finnish proposal to tighten visa rules for Russians at EU level
Czechia rejects Finnish proposal to tighten visa rules for Russians at EU level

Traditional fish harvest at Šumvald village pond
The traditional fish harvest in Šumvald offered several species of freshwater fish, including carp, grass carp, pike, zander, catfish and tench. There is good news for fish lovers: despite this year’s extreme heat and drought, supplies of fish are expected to be plentiful and fish farms are not planning any major price increases.

Pundit: Babiš’s downplaying of Senate comes back to haunt ANO with election “disaster”
ANO failed to take a single constituency in second round run-offs to one-third of the seats in the Senate, in which the Mayors and Independents scored biggest. But is ANO chairman Andrej Babiš right to call the outcome of the elections “disastrous” for the party? That’s a question I put to political scientist Petr Just.

Czech Foreign Ministry warns travellers about unrest in France
Czech Foreign Ministry warns travellers about unrest in France

Senate to challenge parts of civil service law at Constitutional Court
Senate to challenge parts of civil service law at Constitutional Court

Government postpones planned cut in corporate tax
Government postpones planned cut in corporate tax

Historic Spitfire from Second World War to be unveiled in Prague
Historic Spitfire from Second World War to be unveiled in Prague

Czech government and unions to resume talks on public sector pay rises
Czech government and unions to resume talks on public sector pay rises

ANO proposes debate on single-round Senate elections
ANO proposes debate on single-round Senate elections

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Protesters urge Babiš to save Prague’s historic railway bridge
Protesters urge Babiš to save Prague’s historic railway bridge

Senate speaker invites Babiš to attend upper house sessions
Senate speaker invites Babiš to attend upper house sessions

Number of women in Czech Senate falls to 14 after elections
Number of women in Czech Senate falls to 14 after elections

Czech President Pavel to meet German Chancellor Merz in Berlin next week
Czech President Pavel to meet German Chancellor Merz in Berlin next week

Prague paramedics see sharp rise in teenagers suspected of cannabis intoxication
Prague paramedics see sharp rise in teenagers suspected of cannabis intoxication

Martina Navrátilová at 70: from defection to 59 Grand Slam titles
When 18-year-old Czechoslovak tennis player Martina Navrátilová sought political asylum in New York during the 1975 US Open, she became overnight a symbol of resistance to communist rule and a rising star of world tennis. She lost her homeland but built an extraordinary career, winning a record 59 Grand Slam titles. Today, Navrátilová celebrates her 70th birthday.

Bluegrass band Druhá tráva to mark 35 years with major concert
The Czech bluegrass band Druhá tráva with Robert Křesťan were formed 35 years ago this year. Celebrations are set to culminate with a show in Prague.

Babiš calls ANO’s Senate election result ‘catastrophic’
Babiš calls ANO’s Senate election result ‘catastrophic’

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Median poll: ANO party support falls to 29.5 percent as STAN rises to 17 percent
Median poll: ANO party support falls to 29.5 percent as STAN rises to 17 percent

Alexander Choupenitch wins opening Fencing World Cup event in Japan
Alexander Choupenitch wins opening Fencing World Cup event in Japan

STAN and ODS win Czech Senate elections, ANO fails to gain a seat
STAN and ODS win Czech Senate elections, ANO fails to gain a seat

Petra Kvitová returns to tennis courts seven months after giving birth to twins
Petra Kvitová returns to tennis courts seven months after giving birth to twins

Prague’s restored Industrial Palace opens to the public for free
Prague’s restored Industrial Palace opens to the public for free

One in 11 babies born in Czechia last year was a foreign national
One in 11 babies born in Czechia last year was a foreign national

Czech Senate run-off elections resume across the country
Czech Senate run-off elections resume across the country

Lit up: Signal Festival in Prague
The 14th edition of Prague’s Signal Festival is transforming parts of the Czech capital into an open-air gallery of digital art and light.

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Hrůša and Bamberg Symphony win award for Martinů recordings
Hrůša and Bamberg Symphony win award for Martinů recordings

Eurostat: Czechia has fourth-lowest inflation in EU despite September rise
Eurostat: Czechia has fourth-lowest inflation in EU despite September rise

Czech President Pavel says he paid for Morocco trip himself
Czech President Pavel says he paid for Morocco trip himself

Czechia records third-highest number of cyber incidents in a year
Czechia records third-highest number of cyber incidents in a year

“There was no censorship”: Tomki Němec on photographing Václav Havel
Tomki Němec is a Czech documentary photographer best known for his work with the late dissident playwright and president Václav Havel. He accompanied Havel from 1989 to 1992, a period he has described as one of the most powerful and positive experiences of his life. In 2016, he published a major collection of photographs of Havel. His new book, Václav Havel – Tomki Němec, Post scriptum, is coming out soon.

Lit up: Signal Festival now underway in Prague
The 14th edition of Prague’s Signal Festival is now underway, transforming parts of the Czech capital into an open-air gallery of digital art and light every evening until Sunday October 18.

“It’s unbelievable”: Pavel Haas Quartet wins latest Gramophone prize with Martinů: String Quartets
Last week the Pavel Haas Quartet picked up a prestigious Gramophone award for the album Martinů: String Quartets Nos 2, 3, 5, 7. It is by no means the first Gramophone prize for the Prague-based classical ensemble, who BBC Music Magazine named one of the 10 greatest string quartets of all time. I discussed their latest success with cellist Peter Jarůšek.

Czechia seeks emissions scheme delay as EU budget divisions persist
Czechia seeks emissions scheme delay as EU budget divisions persist

Czechia pushes for emissions scheme delay as EU summit exposes divisions
Czechia pushes for emissions scheme delay as EU summit exposes divisions

Czech voters return to polls for Senate run-offs
Czech voters return to polls for Senate run-offs

Prague’s Signal festival opens with light installations at 17 locations
Prague’s Signal festival opens with light installations at 17 locations

Czechia and Visegrád partners seek delay to EU emissions scheme
Czechia and Visegrád partners seek delay to EU emissions scheme

Municipalities challenge nuclear waste plans with European Commission
Municipalities challenge nuclear waste plans with European Commission

Prague Zoo welcomes first orange-breasted fig parrot chick bred in Czechia
Prague Zoo has scored a rare breeding success, becoming the first in Czechia to breed the orange-breasted fig parrot. The tiny, colourful species is notoriously difficult to breed in captivity and is kept at only three other institutions in Europe. I discussed the achievement with the zoo’s bird curator, Antonín Vaidl.

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Czechia’s tallest structures demolished in Liblice
Czechia’s tallest structures demolished in Liblice

Czech company bankruptcies reach highest nine-month total since 2016
Czech company bankruptcies reach highest nine-month total since 2016

Former referee handed 15-year football ban for corruption
Former referee handed 15-year football ban for corruption

Iconic Czech transmitter towers demolished
Two 355-metre-high radio transmitter towers in Liblice, Central Bohemia, were demolished on Thursday.

Health Ministry planning financial incentive for preventive screenings, critics skeptical
The Czech Health Ministry is preparing changes to the law aimed at adapting the healthcare system to what officials describe as the fastest population ageing in the country’s history. “Prevention” is the operative word in the new strategy, with bonuses for preventive screenings. However, many remain unconvinced that the plan will bring results.

Ministry of Culture at odds with arts community over new funding rules, state policy
The Czech Ministry of Culture has recently approved a new state arts policy, changed grant application guidelines and said it would reassess the support it provides to organisations in the field, including festivals. Some in the arts sphere are crying foul, saying artistic freedom could be under threat.

PM Andrej Babiš rejects proposed EU budget revenue sources
PM Andrej Babiš rejects proposed EU budget revenue sources

Czech army chief warns Russia could test NATO unity with limited attack
Czech army chief warns Russia could test NATO unity with limited attack

Czech farmers can apply for aid over Middle East crisis
Czech farmers can apply for aid over Middle East crisis

Prague’s Signal festival opens with light installations at 17 locations
Prague’s Signal festival opens with light installations at 17 locations

Czech MPs approve late-night voting on legislation
Czech MPs approve late-night voting on legislation

Salvation Army clinics for homeless people face doctor shortages
Salvation Army clinics for homeless people face doctor shortages

Dreams and visions take centre stage at this year’s Signal Festival
The annual Signal Festival of light kicks off in Prague on Thursday, with 21 installations by Czech and international artists across the city. For the first time this year, the festival will take visitors to Dejvice and feature a dedicated zone showcasing student projects. I spoke to the festival’s programme coordinator, Daniel Burda, and started by asking him about this year’s theme, Dreams and Visions.

Amanita Design announces sequel to Machinarium, their globally most popular product
Czech computer games are currently one of the country’s biggest export articles, with games such as Mafia, Kingdom Come or Vietcong selling millions of copies worldwide. Now one of the top players in the Czech gaming industry - Amanita Design, is preparing a sequel to its most successful product.

Chinese citizen denies spying charges at Prague trial
Chinese citizen denies spying charges at Prague trial

Transparency International says EU confirms Babiš’s conflict of interest
Transparency International says EU confirms Babiš’s conflict of interest

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Climate change threatens rare Krkonoše mountain tundra
The unique Arctic-like tundra landscape of the Krkonoše Mountains in northern Czechia is  gradually disappearing as rising temperatures allow shrubs, tall grasses and dwarf bushes to spread across the mountain ridges. The Krkonoše National Park administration is looking for ways to protect rare cold-adapted plants while respecting natural processes in one of the country’s most valuable and protected nature reserves.

Senators challenge law allowing government to cap fuel prices
Senators challenge law allowing government to cap fuel prices

Opposition criticises civil service changes as MPs reconsider vetoed bill
Opposition criticises civil service changes as MPs reconsider vetoed bill

Nečas scores twice as Adam Jiříček nets first NHL goal
Nečas scores twice as Adam Jiříček nets first NHL goal

Czech mortgage lending rises in September as interest rates increase
Czech mortgage lending rises in September as interest rates increase

Prague court opens trial of Chinese citizen accused of spying
Prague court opens trial of Chinese citizen accused of spying

Tomáš Souček extends West Ham contract until 2028
Tomáš Souček extends West Ham contract until 2028

Coalition MPs urge Pavel to disclose Morocco holiday costs
Coalition MPs urge Pavel to disclose Morocco holiday costs

Young Brno scientist wins international award for early detection of heart failure
The human heart can show signs of trouble long before heart failure develops. A scientist in Brno is researching how routine ECG tests could help doctors detect these warning signs. Her work has won first prize in an international competition for young cardiovascular researchers.

Czechia welcomes new EU budget proposal, with certain reservations
Czechia welcomes new EU budget proposal, with certain reservations

Culture Ministry to review cooperation with major cultural institutions
Culture Ministry to review cooperation with major cultural institutions

ČEZ to challenge Luxembourg court ruling in Diag Human case
ČEZ to challenge Luxembourg court ruling in Diag Human case

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Czech inflation rose to 2.5 percent in September
Czech inflation rose to 2.5 percent in September

Soup that Helps: A local tradition with a charitable purpose
The Polévka, která pomáhá or Soup that Helps charity organization earned its record number of sales for a rainy day this weekend in the town of Brandýs nad Labem-Stará Boleslav north of Prague, raising over 300,000czk for the Brandýs Mental Health Center and the Help the Bees workshop in the city. Sierra Krueger-Wolfe was there.

Czechia: a crossroads for Europe's migrating birds
Czechia's mountain passes are important corridors for birds migrating across Europe each autumn. In the Krkonoše and Jeseníky Mountains, ornithologists observe and ring birds travelling from northern Europe to wintering grounds as far away as India. But as winters become milder, some species are shortening their journeys or remaining farther north.

IMF downgrades Czech economic growth forecast
IMF downgrades Czech economic growth forecast

MPs to debate windfall tax on oil refineries
MPs to debate windfall tax on oil refineries

Budget committee backs draft budget for 2027
Budget committee backs draft budget for 2027

Prague coalition talks to focus on policy priorities
Prague coalition talks to focus on policy priorities

Water retention and infrastructure among priorities in fight against drought
Water retention and infrastructure among priorities in fight against drought

BIS chief warns of possible Russian attacks on NATO territory
BIS chief warns of possible Russian attacks on NATO territory

PM Babiš berates coalition partner for commenting on European affairs
PM Babiš berates coalition partner for commenting on European affairs

What Czechia’s local election results mean for Andrej Babiš’s government
Czechia’s local elections were the first nationwide vote since Prime Minister Andrej Babiš returned to power in 2025. In a special episode of Czechast, political scientist Vladimíra Dvořáková explains why the results should be interpreted cautiously, but still contain warning signs for the governing coalition. She also considers what the success Mayors and Independents (STAN) and other independent candidates reveals about Czech politics.

Junior ruling party wants EU leaders to negotiate with Russia over Ukraine
Junior ruling party wants EU leaders to negotiate with Russia over Ukraine

Judoka Krpálek back among the world’s elite, takes bronze in Baku
Two-time Olympic champion Lukáš Krpálek (white) won a bronze medal at the World Judo Championships in Baku. He defeated Finland’s Martti Puumalainen before the time limit in the over-100 kg bronze-medal bout, claiming his sixth medal at the World Championships.

Environmental group Hnutí Duha to seek enforcement over Turek’s apology
Environmental group Hnutí Duha to seek enforcement over Turek’s apology

The broadest public fundraising campaign for visually impaired to kick off across Czechia
The Bílá pastelka campaign held annually across Czechia will kick off in mid-October. It aims to help people with visual impairments to live more independent lives and enable them to engage in a broader scope of activities.

Pavel warns of AI risks as Forum 2000
Pavel warns of AI risks as Forum 2000

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Support for ANO party declining, poll finds
Support for ANO party declining, poll finds

Czech industry and trade minister on working visit to India
Czech industry and trade minister on working visit to India

Coalition talks underway; Prague coalition deal expected in November
Coalition talks underway; Prague coalition deal expected in November

Czech government officials and experts to assess response to extreme drought
Czech government officials and experts to assess response to extreme drought

Burmese dissidents receive Forum 2000 award
Burmese dissidents receive Forum 2000 award

Irish horse Final Orders wins Velká pardubická steeplchase
Irish horse Final Orders wins Velká pardubická steeplchase

The National Library in the Clementinum
The heart of Czechia's library network

Fiala: Freedom and Direct Democracy election results not a success
Fiala: Freedom and Direct Democracy election results not a success

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Christian Democrats most successful party in local elections, Mayors triumph in Prague
The Christian Democrats won the most seats in municipal elections held around the Czech Republic on Friday and Saturday. The Mayors and Independents won in Prague, while ANO came first in six regional capitals.

Babiš: Europe must respond to Trump deal to import Russian diesel
Babiš: Europe must respond to Trump deal to import Russian diesel

Mayors and Independents come first in Prague elections
Mayors and Independents come first in Prague elections

Elections seen as success for Mayors, Christian Democrats
Elections seen as success for Mayors, Christian Democrats

Christian Democrats do best among parties in local elections
Christian Democrats do best among parties in local elections

Five candidates make Czech Senate in first round of elections
Five candidates make Czech Senate in first round of elections

We Won’t Be Afraid: David Koller releases his sixth studio album
David Koller, one of the best-known Czech rock musicians, has released his sixth studio album. Called Nebudem se bát, or We Won’t Be Afraid, it features a number of prominent guest artists, including the world-famous guitarist Al Di Meola. You can hear some of the tracks from the new album in today’s edition of  Sunday Music.  

Number of candidates reach Senate in first round of elections
Number of candidates reach Senate in first round of elections

Votes being tallied in Czech local and Senate elections
Votes being tallied in Czech local and Senate elections

Votes being counted in first round of elections to Czech Senate
The first round of elections to one-third of the seats in the upper chamber of the Czech Parliament, the Senate, took place on Friday and Saturday, when polling stations closed at 2 p.m.

Czech artist and teacher Vladimír Kopecký dies at 94
Czech artist and teacher Vladimír Kopecký dies at 94

Macinka hopes Putin will also want to discuss peace after diesel deal with US
Macinka hopes Putin will also want to discuss peace after diesel deal with US

Polls close in Czech municipal, Senate elections
Polls close in Czech municipal, Senate elections

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Police car falls into Vltava after crashing on Prague bridge
Police car falls into Vltava after crashing on Prague bridge

Nosková reaches WTA Finals for first time
Nosková reaches WTA Finals for first time

Voters going to polls in second day of municipal, Senate elections
Voters going to polls in second day of municipal, Senate elections

Petr Pavel returns from holiday to vote in Czech municipal elections
Petr Pavel returns from holiday to vote in Czech municipal elections

Drought cuts Vltava hydropower output to half the long-term average
Drought cuts Vltava hydropower output to half the long-term average

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Online exhibition explores Václav Havel’s role as host to world leaders
Online exhibition explores Václav Havel’s role as host to world leaders

Czech-US memorandum aims to boost business cooperation
Czech-US memorandum aims to boost business cooperation

Czech under-21 footballers to face Turkey in Euro qualifying play-off
Czech under-21 footballers to face Turkey in Euro qualifying play-off

Two Czech nationals charged in Cambodia in drug-related case
Two Czech nationals charged in Cambodia in drug-related case

Czechs have long tradition of homegrown foods – but why is trend on rise now?
Czechs are among the leading nations in Europe when it comes t o growing food at home . Indeed, a CVVM survey published this week found that no less than 70 percent of people in Czechia cultivate their own fruit and veg – 62 percent in their gardens and 8 percent on their balconies. But why is this practice so common? I spoke to Jan Vávra, an academic who does research in this area.

Drought reveals gravestones of flooded village beneath Lipno reservoir
Falling water levels at the Lipno reservoir in Southern Bohemia have uncovered dozens of gravestones from the former cemetery in Dolní Vltavice, a village that was flooded in the 1950s. Experts are now recovering the stones and considering how best to preserve them.

Freak accident leaves truck trapped under Prague railway bridge
Freak accident leaves truck trapped under Prague railway bridge

David Pastrňák scores four points in Boston's 6–1 NHL victory over Utah
David Pastrňák scores four points in Boston's 6–1 NHL victory over Utah

Czechs head to polls in municipal and Senate elections
Czechs head to polls in municipal and Senate elections

Prague exhibition puts Czechoslovakia’s forgotten lamp designers in the spotlight
A new exhibition at Prague’s Museum of Decorative Arts, part of this year’s Designblok, shines a light on mass-produced lamps made in Czechoslovakia from the 1950s to the 1980s. I went to have a look and spoke to the exhibition’s curator Eva Slunečková.

Czech candidate narrowly misses out on IIHF presidency
Czech candidate narrowly misses out on IIHF presidency

Constitutional Court upholds movement restrictions in Šumava National Park
Constitutional Court upholds movement restrictions in Šumava National Park

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Czechia responds to EU concerns over PM Babiš's conflict of interest
Czechia responds to EU concerns over PM Babiš's conflict of interest

“It’s a political mistake”: Czech president to miss local elections over private holiday
President Petr Pavel has come in for criticism after his office announced that he will not vote in local elections on Friday and Saturday because he is on a private holiday. Czech heads of state almost always take part in elections, so is Mr. Pavel’s decision to stay away a political misstep?

Ladislav Špaček recalls 10 years at Václav Havel’s side
Ladislav Špaček is a Czech writer, television journalist and presenter, whom Vaclav Havel handpicked to serve as his spokesperson between 1992 and 2003. In the course of that decade, which Špaček describes as the most exciting and rewarding period in his professional life, the two men were in daily contact and travelled the world over.  

Hepatitis A outbreak in South Moravia could worsen this autumn
Hepatitis A outbreak in South Moravia could worsen this autumn

Czech unemployment remains at five percent for third consecutive month
Czech unemployment remains at five percent for third consecutive month

Czech retail sales growth slows to 4.3 percent in August
Czech retail sales growth slows to 4.3 percent in August

Drought drains Czech reservoir as water restrictions take effect
Drought drains Czech reservoir as water restrictions take effect

Czechs prepare for municipal and Senate elections
Czechs prepare for municipal and Senate elections

Pavel Haas Quartet wins musical ‘Oscar’ for Martinů recording
Pavel Haas Quartet wins musical ‘Oscar’ for Martinů recording

Water shortage declared on Vltava and Labe rivers in Central Bohemia
Water shortage declared on Vltava and Labe rivers in Central Bohemia

Prague, My Love: Newly discovered Ivan Klíma book comes out a year after his death
A new book by the late Czech writer Ivan Klíma has just been published, almost 25 years after he wrote it. His family only discovered the manuscript after his death. 

Culture minister criticizes writer Radka Denemarková's Frankfurt Book Fair speech
Culture minister criticizes writer Radka Denemarková's Frankfurt Book Fair speech

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PM Babiš calls national drought coalition meeting
PM Babiš calls national drought coalition meeting

Czech Constitutional Court upholds existing noise limits
Czech Constitutional Court upholds existing noise limits

Czech band Midnight Swimmers release album about greed, illusions and uncertainty
Midnight Swimmers are a Czech indie-rock band with roots in London and Olomouc, now based in Prague. After releasing their debut EP Oceans & Seas, the band followed it up with their first full-length album, Odd Ones Out, in 2026. It is rated as one of the most perspective releases of 2026.

DesignBlok director on Václav Havel, light as a symbol of hope and the festival’s biggest edition yet
The annual DesignBlok , Central Europe’s largest design and fashion festival, opens in Prague on Wednesday. The 28th edition, centred on the theme of light, brings together a record number of designers, studios and brands from Czechia and abroad. It is also the first event to take place in the newly restored Industrial Palace at Výstaviště. I spoke to DesignBlok director Jana Zielinski about what visitors can expect this year.

Writer Denemarková delivers stark warning against fascist tendencies in Europe
Czech writer Radka Denemarková has delivered a forceful defence of literature as a moral and political force at the Frankfurt Book Fair , where Czechia is "Guest of Honour". She warned of the rise of authoritarianism, nationalism and manipulation of language, declaring that “all of Europe is turning brown” in reference to right–wing extremism.

Czechia receives first €309 million from EU SAFE defence fund
Czechia receives first €309 million from EU SAFE defence fund

South Bohemia declares drought emergency as Husinec reservoir nearly dries up
South Bohemia declares drought emergency as Husinec reservoir nearly dries up

President’s wife criticises impossibility of voting in local polls from abroad, different constituency
President’s wife criticises impossibility of voting in local polls from abroad, different constituency

Czechia lose 3:0 to England at Wembley
Czechia lose 3:0 to England at Wembley

Czech Minister of Culture Klempíř booed at Frankfurt Book Fair opening
Czech Minister of Culture Klempíř booed at Frankfurt Book Fair opening

Aide: Return of Pavel for elections cannot be ruled out
Aide: Return of Pavel for elections cannot be ruled out

Lehečka loses to Alcaraz in Japan Open final
Lehečka loses to Alcaraz in Japan Open final

Czech media unite against threats to journalists and restrictions on information
Forty editors-in-chief from across the Czech media have issued a rare joint appeal to the country’s politicians. They are calling on them to reject violence and threats against journalists and to guarantee equal access to information from public institutions. The declaration follows several disputes over politicians’ treatment of the media, including the exclusion of a Deník N reporter from Foreign Ministry press conferences.

Czechia withdraws from 2027 Eurovision
Czechia withdraws from 2027 Eurovision

Babiš: EU emissions trading system costing Czechia billions
Babiš: EU emissions trading system costing Czechia billions

Study: Average flat in Czechia costs twice as many years’ salary as in some EU states
Study: Average flat in Czechia costs twice as many years’ salary as in some EU states

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Czechia takes centre stage at Frankfurt Book Fair
Czechia takes centre stage at Frankfurt Book Fair

Czech voters receive ballots as pre-election polling blackout begins
Czech voters receive ballots as pre-election polling blackout begins

Bill Clinton: "I only wish Havel were around today"
Among those paying tribute to Václav Havel on the 90th anniversary of his birth on October 5 has been former American President Bill Clinton, who in an interview with Czech Radio’s Jana Ciglerová shared memories of his political ally and their long friendship.

Letter-writing campaign marks Václav Havel’s 90th anniversary
Letter-writing campaign marks Václav Havel’s 90th anniversary

Brno engineering fair opens with nearly 1,400 exhibitors
Brno engineering fair opens with nearly 1,400 exhibitors

Bill Clinton: Havel told me, We have to trust freedom and democracy
Among those paying tribute to Václav Havel on what would have been his 90th birthday has been former US president Bill Clinton, who in an interview for Czech Radio shared memories of his political ally and long-time friend.

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Czech authorities join international crackdown on illegal drugs
Czech authorities join international crackdown on illegal drugs

Central Bohemian skyline to lose distinctive landmark when Liblice transmitter masts come down
The two 355-metre-high masts of the Liblice transmitter near Český Brod are due to be demolished by controlled explosions in October 2026. In its time, the complex, built in 1976, was the most powerful medium-wave transmitter in Central Europe, with an output of 1.5 megawatts. Czech Radio broadcast from the site until the end of 2021, after which the transmitter was temporarily used by Country Radio. Broadcasting from Liblice finally ended in March 2025.

Senate unveils plaque honouring Václav Havel
Senate unveils plaque honouring Václav Havel

Court orders Motorists candidate to apologise over false Facebook post
Court orders Motorists candidate to apologise over false Facebook post

Some 3D printing materials may cause skin irritation, Czech study finds
Experts from Charles University tested commonly used 3D printing materials and found that some of them can negatively affect human cells when used over a long period, potentially causing eczema or itching. The results of the Czech research have appeared in the prestigious scientific journal Nature Scientific Reports.

Former MP gets extra year in prison for fleeing to Paraguay
Former MP gets extra year in prison for fleeing to Paraguay

Czech man jailed over Moscow protest released
Czech man jailed over Moscow protest released

Patrik Schick named Czech footballer of the season
Patrik Schick named Czech footballer of the season

“He was listening to you”: Alexandr Vondra remembers Václav Havel
Václav Havel would have turned 90 on October 5. Politician and diplomat Alexandr Vondra first encountered him as a young underground publisher in communist Czechoslovakia and later became one of his closest collaborators and his foreign-policy adviser. Speaking to Radio Prague International, he recalls Václav Havel’s unusual charisma, his painstaking approach to speeches and the price the presidency exacted from him.

Audit finds shortcomings in Czech start-up funding
Audit finds shortcomings in Czech start-up funding

Seznam says Turek has failed to comply with court ruling
Seznam says Turek has failed to comply with court ruling

Media chiefs call on politicians to reject violence
Media chiefs call on politicians to reject violence

Turek apologises to Seznam.cz over claims about access to users’ emails
Turek apologises to Seznam.cz over claims about access to users’ emails

Czech defender Chaloupek ruled out of match against England
Czech defender Chaloupek ruled out of match against England

Around 200,000 Volkswagen Group cars in Czechia affected by recall over steering concerns
Around 200,000 Volkswagen Group cars in Czechia affected by recall over steering concerns

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Government planning to cut ministry staff by 10 percent
Government planning to cut ministry staff by 10 percent

Czechs marking Václav Havel’s 90th birth anniversary
Czechs marking Václav Havel’s 90th birth anniversary

More than half of Czech workers use AI at work, survey finds
More than half of Czech workers use AI at work, survey finds

Bartůňková stuns Sabalenka to reach Beijing Open fourth round
Bartůňková stuns Sabalenka to reach Beijing Open fourth round

Prague police record 176 offences at illegal tuning meet
Prague police record 176 offences at illegal tuning meet

Lucie Žáčková and Stanislav Majer win Thalia Awards for acting
Lucie Žáčková and Stanislav Majer win Thalia Awards for acting

Czech footballers lose to Spain 3-1 in Nations League
Czech footballers lose to Spain 3-1 in Nations League

Jaroslav Ježek: Composer who combined jazz with Czech modernism
Jaroslav Ježek is a prominent 20th century Czech composer, pianist and conductor whose music became an inseparable part of the Liberated Theatre of Jiří Voskovec and Jan Werich.

October 2006: Czech WWII hero František Fajtl dies
Lieutenant General František Fajtl, a WWII hero who commanded an RAF squadron and later got hard labour in communist Czechoslovakia, died on October 4, 2006.

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Czechia keeping diplomatic mission in Kyiv despite Russian warning
Czechia keeping diplomatic mission in Kyiv despite Russian warning

PM Babiš rejects Russian ambassador’s claim that Czech government softened anti-Russian rhetoric
PM Babiš rejects Russian ambassador’s claim that Czech government softened anti-Russian rhetoric

Opposition warns against playing down risks posed by Russia
Opposition warns against playing down risks posed by Russia

Numerous events mark upcoming Havel birth anniversary
Numerous events mark upcoming Havel birth anniversary

Czech Rectors’ Conference warns universities may have to limit student numbers over finances
Czech Rectors’ Conference warns universities may have to limit student numbers over finances

Hundreds of cars gather at tuning meet in Prague
Hundreds of cars gather at tuning meet in Prague

President Pavel to miss municipal elections due to private trip to Morocco
President Pavel to miss municipal elections due to private trip to Morocco

Thalia Awards to be presented at Prague’s National Theatre
Thalia Awards to be presented at Prague’s National Theatre

Finance Ministry sets maximum fuel prices for the weekend and Monday
Finance Ministry sets maximum fuel prices for the weekend and Monday

Seven-week wine festival begins in Český Krumlov
Seven-week wine festival begins in Český Krumlov

Filip Turek apologises to environmental group Hnutí Duha for offensive remarks
Filip Turek apologises to environmental group Hnutí Duha for offensive remarks

Pundit on elections: It seems Babiš finally realises importance of Senate
Czechs go to the ballot boxes in a week’s time for municipal elections and elections to one-third of the seats in the Senate. How significant will the latter be for government leaders ANO? And what are the local polls likely to tell us about the positions of the major parties? I discussed those questions with political scientist Petr Just.

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Metronome Prague festival to end after ten years
Metronome Prague festival to end after ten years

Czech Defence Ministry cancels CZK 24.7bn armoured vehicle tender
Czech Defence Ministry cancels CZK 24.7bn armoured vehicle tender

Czech Army surveys latest drones and anti-drone technologies at Drone Shield 2026
Drones have fundamentally altered the character of modern warfare and have become a decisive factor on the battlefield. The Czech military is winding up a 12-day international exercise, Drone Shield 2026, aimed at mapping and testing available technologies.

Škoda Auto cuts production due to supplier problems
Škoda Auto cuts production due to supplier problems

Police refer Turek car crash case to misdemeanor proceedings
Police refer Turek car crash case to misdemeanor proceedings

Finance Ministry to set fuel price caps for weekend and Monday
Finance Ministry to set fuel price caps for weekend and Monday

Babiš government survives second no-confidence vote
Babiš government survives second no-confidence vote

Vejmelka opens new NHL season with shutout
Vejmelka opens new NHL season with shutout

“Such a jewel”: Prague’s modernist Villa Müller reopens to visitors
One of Czechia’s most celebrated modernist buildings, Prague’s Villa Müller, has just reopened after renovations. A presentation on Wednesday also included the launch of a book about the villa, co-authored by leading Dutch architect Winy Maas.

Your support means the world to Radio Prague International
Radio Prague International would like to thank our listeners around the world for the extraordinary support and solidarity you have shown us in recent months. Your messages have meant a great deal to all of us at RPI and have given us an enormous boost in morale.

Czech police seize drugs and equipment worth CZK 330 million
Czech police seize drugs and equipment worth CZK 330 million

EU states approve stricter migrant return rules
EU states approve stricter migrant return rules

Balloons, airships and motorcycles: Kamil Lhoták exhibition opens in Prague
A new exhibition at Prague’s Villa Pellé explores the work of Kamil Lhoták, one of the most distinctive Czech artists of the 20th century. Called Landscape of Dreams, it brings together works spanning more than five decades of his career.

End of an era: Last Baťa footwear factory in Central Europe announces closure
One hundred and fifty years after the birth of Tomáš Baťa, the world-famous shoe brand is undergoing a major turning point. The Baťa company has officially announced it will close its last factory in Central Europe, definitively ending production of traditional Bata footwear in its country of origin.

More than three-quarters of Czechs fear AI-generated fraud
More than three-quarters of Czechs fear AI-generated fraud

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Diesel prices fall sharply after price caps take effect
Diesel prices fall sharply after price caps take effect

Czech manufacturing conditions improve for seventh month
Czech manufacturing conditions improve for seventh month

Fuel price caps take effect in Czechia
Fuel price caps take effect in Czechia

MPs could vote on no-confidence motion against Babiš government
MPs could vote on no-confidence motion against Babiš government

Czech foreign intelligence service gets new director
Czech foreign intelligence service gets new director

Zlín Zoo loses African elephant after surgery
Zlín Zoo loses African elephant after surgery

Baťa to close Czech shoe factory, ending traditional footwear production in Europe
Baťa to close Czech shoe factory, ending traditional footwear production in Europe

Radio Prague's Monthly Quiz
Test your knowledge of things Czech!

Minister files criminal complaint over contamination at former military site
Minister files criminal complaint over contamination at former military site

Pavel: NATO members must make clear they are ready to defend their airspace and territorial waters
Pavel: NATO members must make clear they are ready to defend their airspace and territorial waters

Czech government sets fuel price caps amid rising prices
Czech government sets fuel price caps amid rising prices

Tchaikovsky in Czechia: three Prague visits and a mysterious legacy
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, one of Russia’s best-known composers, visited Prague three times, but his stays were not always a triumph. Much depended on the political mood of the time, while many questions and myths still surround both his life and the circumstances of his death.

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National Gallery puts two Egon Schiele drawings on rare display
One of Egon Schiele’s most recognisable drawings is now on display at the National Gallery Prague. Seated Woman with Bent Knees has been reproduced countless times on posters and merchandise, but the fragile original normally remains in storage.

Pavel welcomes Romanian President Nicusor Dan at Prague Castle
Pavel welcomes Romanian President Nicusor Dan at Prague Castle

Czech police reported to be using software at centre of US investigation over Russia links
Czech police reported to be using software at centre of US investigation over Russia links

Season peak for Czech music conferences
Thursday sees the start of the music conference ReConnect Brno , one of several such events, often combining industry discussions with showcases and festivals, that take place in Czechia. But like the music industry itself, music conferences have to evolve – bringing in international experts, responding to new trends, merging events or radically changing their concept.

Czech MPs continue debate ahead of no-confidence motion in Babiš government
Czech MPs continue debate ahead of no-confidence motion in Babiš government

PM Babiš reiterates Czechia’s commitment to Article 5
PM Babiš reiterates Czechia’s commitment to Article 5

Babiš talks up Czech-Italian action plan after meeting with Meloni in Prague
Babiš talks up Czech-Italian action plan after meeting with Meloni in Prague

Czech footballers lose to England in home Nations League game
Czech footballers lose to England in home Nations League game

Media: US officials informed Babiš about Russia threats
Media: US officials informed Babiš about Russia threats

Czech Army testing drones and ways to combat them in international exercise
Czech Army testing drones and ways to combat them in international exercise

Media: PM’s aide submits proposal to cut staff by 10 percent to ministers
Media: PM’s aide submits proposal to cut staff by 10 percent to ministers

Bone glue developed by Brno scientists could help treat complex fractures
Scientists in Brno have developed a special bone glue that could one day help doctors treat even complicated fractures. The material is now being tested on sheep.

900 years since the restoration of the rotunda on Říp Mountain
People gathered on Říp Mountain this past Sunday to mark 900 years since the restoration of the Rotunda of St. George and St. Adalbert. Říp is a well-known symbol of Czech history, traditionally associated with the legendary arrival of the Czech forefather Čech. The celebrations included a Te Deum prayer led by Prague Archbishop Stanislav Přibyl, who also blessed the restored statue of St. George.

Groups in field against Babiš appointments to Human Rights Council
Groups in field against Babiš appointments to Human Rights Council

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Czech crown jewels return to vault at St. Vitus’ Cathedral
Czech crown jewels return to vault at St. Vitus’ Cathedral

Giorgia Meloni to meet Czech PM Andrej Babiš in Prague
Giorgia Meloni to meet Czech PM Andrej Babiš in Prague

Czech MPs debate no-confidence motion against Babiš government
Czech MPs debate no-confidence motion against Babiš government

Czech Senate awards 17 silver medals on Statehood Day
Czech Senate awards 17 silver medals on Statehood Day

Man in iconic photograph from 1968 invasion of Prague identified 58 years later
A photograph of a wounded young man lying outside Czechoslovak Radio on August 21, 1968, became one of the striking images of the Soviet-led invasion. After 58 years, Memory of Nations organization has identified him as Jaroslav Mareček. The Soviet bullet remains lodged in his leg to this day, although for decades he did not know it was there.

Prague rally urges people to vote in October elections
Prague rally urges people to vote in October elections

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Martin Nečas becomes highest-paid Czech NHL player
Martin Nečas becomes highest-paid Czech NHL player

Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh awarded Václav Havel Human Rights Prize
Iranian human rights lawyer Nasrin Sotoudeh awarded Václav Havel Human Rights Prize

Prague Zoo celebrates 95th anniversary with 1930s-themed programme
Prague Zoo celebrates 95th anniversary with 1930s-themed programme

Czech Senate to award 14 silver medals on Statehood Day
Czech Senate to award 14 silver medals on Statehood Day

Thousands attend St Wenceslas pilgrimage in Stará Boleslav
Thousands attend St Wenceslas pilgrimage in Stará Boleslav

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Czech women win Billie Jean King Cup for 12th title
Czech women win Billie Jean King Cup for 12th title

Czech women one win away from Billie Jean King Cup title
Czech women one win away from Billie Jean King Cup title

Finance Minister Schillerová: Some tax increases will be unavoidable
Finance Minister Schillerová: Some tax increases will be unavoidable

eDoklady users urged to update app before October elections
eDoklady users urged to update app before October elections

Eleven injured after tractor overturns at Přerov tractor event
Eleven injured after tractor overturns at Přerov tractor event

Czech women face Ukraine in Billie Jean King Cup final
Czech women face Ukraine in Billie Jean King Cup final

Czech football team loses to Croatia in Nations League opener
Czech football team loses to Croatia in Nations League opener

Czech state monuments open to public free of charge
Czech state monuments open to public free of charge

Preparations underway in Stará Boleslav for St. Wenceslas pilgrimage
Preparations underway in Stará Boleslav for St. Wenceslas pilgrimage

Jakub Šimanský: Guitar lyricist from Moravia
Jakub Šimanský is a Czech guitarist, drummer and sound explorer based in Brno, who has made a significant mark on the Czech alternative music scene.

Social services association calls for tougher checks on illegal care homes
Social services association calls for tougher checks on illegal care homes

Havlíček: Lower budget deficit would mean cuts to security, energy and transport
Havlíček: Lower budget deficit would mean cuts to security, energy and transport

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Prague archbishop warns against cutting funding for church schools
Prague archbishop warns against cutting funding for church schools

Government to amend, rather than scrap, foreign-power offence
Government to amend, rather than scrap, foreign-power offence

Maltese Order former grand prior Karel Eduard Paar dies aged 92
Maltese Order former grand prior Karel Eduard Paar dies aged 92

Czech tennis team reaches Billie Jean King Cup final
Czech tennis team reaches Billie Jean King Cup final

Brno’s new T Arena nearing completion
Brno’s new T Arena nearing completion

Czech army to step up military exercises next year
Czech army to step up military exercises next year

363 infected, 50 hospitalized in outbreak at Prague primary school
363 infected, 50 hospitalized in outbreak at Prague primary school

Leading Czech orchestra celebrates 100th anniversary of its founding
The Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra is commemorating the centenary of its founding. Its 2026/2027 season plans feature distinguished guest conductors, new compositions by Czech composers, prestigious festival appearances and special projects to reach a wider audience.

“It’s actually very simple”: How EU citizens can vote in Czechia’s local elections
In a fortnight’s time, voters will be going to the polls in Czechia in local and Senate elections. Many EU citizens resident in the country may be unaware they can also take part in the former – and that’s something the group Volby pro všechny ( Votes for Everybody ) are working to change.

Water supply in Odolena Voda contaminated with lead
Water supply in Odolena Voda contaminated with lead

Changing landscapes, imagined futures: LUSTR illustration and comics festival opens in Prague
The annual LUSTR festival of illustration and comics has got under way at Prague’s Holešovice Market. The 13th edition brings together more than a hundred Czech and international artists, with exhibitions, talks and workshops running until the end of the month.

Czech Night of Science explores communication in various forms
Czech Night of Science explores communication in various forms

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Czech tourist among 17 injured in Turkey road accident
Czech tourist among 17 injured in Turkey road accident

Police raid headquarters of leading health insureer VZP
Police raid headquarters of leading health insureer VZP

President Pavel visits US National Guard base in Nebraska
President Pavel visits US National Guard base in Nebraska

MPs back bill targeting drink spiking
MPs back bill targeting drink spiking

NATO could consider multinational drone-interceptor unit using Czech L-39NG jets
NATO could consider multinational drone-interceptor unit using Czech L-39NG jets

Opposition parties submit signatures for no-confidence session
Opposition parties submit signatures for no-confidence session

Court tells Babiš lawyer to substantiate claims over Seznam
Court tells Babiš lawyer to substantiate claims over Seznam

National Budget Council: Trigger of debt brake brought forward
National Budget Council: Trigger of debt brake brought forward

Forty-one in hospital after school meal made with expired eggs
Forty-one in hospital after school meal made with expired eggs

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Prague completes renovation of Industrial Palace at Výstaviště
Prague completes renovation of Industrial Palace at Výstaviště

President Pavel at the UN: Russia threatens Europe, while AI needs global rules
Czech President Petr Pavel used his address to the UN General Assembly to warn that Russia’s war against Ukraine threatens European security and has consequences far beyond the continent. He urged continued pressure on Moscow alongside serious diplomatic efforts. Pavel also backed Czechia’s bid for a Security Council seat and called for international oversight of artificial intelligence.

Police: No Czech victims of Epstein identified in investigation
Police: No Czech victims of Epstein identified in investigation

Czech Gripen jets again deployed to patrol Polish airspace
Czech Gripen jets again deployed to patrol Polish airspace

Brno apartment preserved since 1930s opens to public after restoration
A remarkable apartment in Brno, preserved almost intact since the 1930s, has just opened to the public after several years of restoration. It once belonged to a Jewish family who left Czechoslovakia shortly before WWII.

Czechia tightens notification rules for Russian diplomats
Czechia tightens notification rules for Russian diplomats

Sokol clubs open doors to public across Czechia
Sokol clubs open doors to public across Czechia

President Pavel: Russia poses direct threat to European security
President Pavel: Russia poses direct threat to European security

President Pavel calls for continued international non-recognition of Russia’s annexation of Crimea
President Pavel calls for continued international non-recognition of Russia’s annexation of Crimea

Havel remains most highly rated post-1989 Czech president, poll finds
Havel remains most highly rated post-1989 Czech president, poll finds

Czech Republic joins initiative to protect children from risks of AI
Czech Republic joins initiative to protect children from risks of AI

Czech MPs approve end to automatic motorway vignette price increases
Czech MPs approve end to automatic motorway vignette price increases

Richard Wagner and his connection to Czechia, from Teplice to Prague's theatres
Richard Wagner had a strong connection to Czechia, from the spa town of Teplice to Prague’s theatres. He reportedly found inspiration for the libretto of his opera Tannhäuser at Střekov Castle near Ústí nad Labem, and his operas were performed in Prague soon after their German premieres.

“I flew in, I saw them, I shot them down”: The story of Karel Kuttelwascher
Karel Kuttelwascher, the most successful Czechoslovak fighter pilot to serve with Britain’s Royal Air Force, was born 110 years ago, on September 23, 1916. His greatest victories came during daring solo night operations close to German airfields in occupied Europe. Archival recordings preserve his own vivid account of the missions that made him a wartime celebrity.

Justice minister considering lowering age of criminal responsibility to 13
Justice minister considering lowering age of criminal responsibility to 13

Czech scientists receive 2026 Europhysics Prize for discovery of altermagnetism
Czech scientists receive 2026 Europhysics Prize for discovery of altermagnetism

“He’s in the right hands”: Havel’s widow entrusts legacy to Municipal Library
The Václav Havel Library ceased to exist in its hitherto form earlier this year, when both major donors and staff members departed. Further twists followed – and this week Havel’s widow entrusted Prague’s Municipal Library with preserving the legacy of the dissident dramatist-turned-president.

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Škoda JS to supply drives for Rolls-Royce small modular reactors
Škoda JS to supply drives for Rolls-Royce small modular reactors

President Pavel to address UN General Assembly
President Pavel to address UN General Assembly

Dvořák Prague festival to conclude with Czech Philharmonic concert
Dvořák Prague festival to conclude with Czech Philharmonic concert

Czech army tests drone warfare and defence systems
Czech army tests drone warfare and defence systems

European Commission says Agrofert trust fails to resolve Babiš conflict of interest
European Commission says Agrofert trust fails to resolve Babiš conflict of interest

MPs to vote on ending annual increases in motorway vignette prices
MPs to vote on ending annual increases in motorway vignette prices

Pavel: Trump’s UN speech aimed more at US than global audience
Pavel: Trump’s UN speech aimed more at US than global audience

Russian court jails Czech man for 13 days over Red Square protest
Russian court jails Czech man for 13 days over Red Square protest

Thousands ride Petřín funicular on first day back in service
Thousands ride Petřín funicular on first day back in service

Designer on Petřín’s new cable cars: “I was like, Oh my God, it’s working!”
New cable cars have just entered operation on Prague’s Petřín Hill. The glass-heavy cars afford spectacular views of the city and boast cool details; for instance when they pass, those going up “wink” (flash their lights), while those going down “blush” (light up red inside). I discussed the system with its designer Anna Marešová, shortly after she and invited guests enjoyed its maiden run on Monday evening.

Czech Bar Association criticises PM Babiš over comments on judiciary
Czech Bar Association criticises PM Babiš over comments on judiciary

Hundreds queue outside Czech central bank for commemorative banknote
A commemorative banknote has drawn hundreds of collectors to Czech National Bank branches across the country. In Prague, people began queuing overnight in the hope of securing one of the limited-edition notes.

OnlyFans human trafficking case highlights need to address sex crime online
Personal conversations, intimate photos and videos, and even the sending of underwear are all part of the growing online sex business. As more sexual services and content move online, so does related criminal activity. Organisations working with people at risk and victims of exploitation say, however, that some offences are difficult to prosecute under current Czech law.  

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Survey: More than a quarter of Czech students sleep only five to six hours a night
Survey: More than a quarter of Czech students sleep only five to six hours a night

President Pavel attends opening of UN General Assembly debate in New York
President Pavel attends opening of UN General Assembly debate in New York

Czech opposition criticises government coalition over parliamentary procedures
Czech opposition criticises government coalition over parliamentary procedures

Justice Ministry data error may have exposed details of up to two million people
Justice Ministry data error may have exposed details of up to two million people

Petřín funicular returns to service after nearly two-year reconstruction
Petřín funicular returns to service after nearly two-year reconstruction

ANO leads latest Median poll, Motorists below parliamentary threshold
ANO leads latest Median poll, Motorists below parliamentary threshold

Judges’ union criticises Babiš for questioning independence of the courts
Judges’ union criticises Babiš for questioning independence of the courts

José Carreras and Plácido Domingo to perform in Brno
José Carreras and Plácido Domingo to perform in Brno

President Pavel commemorates victims of 9/11 attacks in New York
President Pavel commemorates victims of 9/11 attacks in New York

Government approves pension increases for next year
Government approves pension increases for next year

PM Babiš says Czechia will respect NATO’s Article 5
PM Babiš says Czechia will respect NATO’s Article 5

Czech government approves 2027 budget with CZK 386 billion deficit
Czech government approves 2027 budget with CZK 386 billion deficit

Czech government to cap fuel station margins amid soaring prices
Czech government to cap fuel station margins amid soaring prices

Dagmar Havlová to grant Prague Municipal Library free licence to Václav Havel’s work
Dagmar Havlová to grant Prague Municipal Library free licence to Václav Havel’s work

Czechia beats USA to continue century-long Davis Cup tradition
Czechia has reached the Davis Cup Final 8 after a dramatic 3–2 victory over the United States in Prague. Jiří Lehečka won the deciding match after Jakub Menšík had kept Czech hopes alive earlier in the day. The result continues a Czech and Czechoslovak tradition in the competition stretching back to 1921 and including three Davis Cup titles.

Italian PM Giorgia Meloni to visit Czech Republic
Italian PM Giorgia Meloni to visit Czech Republic

Search continues for three Czechs missing after boat accident in Norway
Search continues for three Czechs missing after boat accident in Norway

O2 services hit by three-hour outage across Czechia
O2 services hit by three-hour outage across Czechia

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Prague event marks 90th anniversary of Václav Havel’s birth
Prague event marks 90th anniversary of Václav Havel’s birth

Brno’s “rainbow" church consecrated
The modern Church of Blessed Marie Restituta was completed six years ago, but has only now officially gained the status of a church. The building has several unusual features, including a strip of windows beneath the roof with differently coloured glass that casts tinted light inside. More than 25,000 donors contributed to the construction of the church.

BIS chief warns Russia could test NATO cohesion within months
BIS chief warns Russia could test NATO cohesion within months

Paddington’s Postcards, new UNICEF subscription model introduced in Czech Republic
The Czech branch of UNICEF has presented a new model of monthly charitable subscription, which combines support for kids around the globe and discovering other countries and cultures. It includes a personalized direct-mail campaign as well as print and fulfilment to inspire children worldwide.

Security and public order top concerns for Prague voters
Security and public order top concerns for Prague voters

O2 customers report widespread internet outage
O2 customers report widespread internet outage

Legendary East German “Dolphin” train returns to Czechia
The legendary East German train known as “Dolphin” due to its distinctive “dolphin’s snout” undertook a closely-watched trip to Czechia at the weekend. The veteran train, which served the Berlin - Prague – Vienna route, was restored by railway enthusiasts in the German city of Görlitz.  

Government to approve 2027 budget and discuss measures against high fuel prices
Government to approve 2027 budget and discuss measures against high fuel prices

President Pavel begins US visit, will honour 9/11 victims
President Pavel begins US visit, will honour 9/11 victims

NATO Days attract around 150,000 visitors
NATO Days attract around 150,000 visitors

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Pavel to promote Czech bid for UN Security Council seat
Pavel to promote Czech bid for UN Security Council seat

Czech tourist dies in boat accident in Norway, three missing
Czech tourist dies in boat accident in Norway, three missing

Czech government to announce measures against high fuel prices
Czech government to announce measures against high fuel prices

6 grams wins top prize at Czech comedy film festival
6 grams wins top prize at Czech comedy film festival

Czech government to submit 2027 budget with reduced deficit
Czech government to submit 2027 budget with reduced deficit

Czech tennis team beats USA to reach Davis Cup finals
Czech tennis team beats USA to reach Davis Cup finals

President Pavel heads to US for UN General Assembly
President Pavel heads to US for UN General Assembly

Znojmo celebrates 800 years: a royal town of history, wine and the pickle legend
Znojmo lies in southern Moravia, just a few kilometres from the Austrian border. Thanks to its location between Brno and Vienna, for centuries it was a place where different cultures, languages and trade routes met. 

Acid Row: Black Sabbath in the DNA
Acid Row, Czech psychedelic metal band, based in Prague, has been active since 2011. Their third album Poisoned Mind released in 2024 won Album of the Year in the rock category of the Anděl awards. In May 2026 they released their fourth album Magic and performed at this year’s Czech music festivals Rock for People or Stone Smoker. Next to it, since they are well established also internationally, they performed at Italian StonerKras Fest. Their sound is a mixture of stoner rock, doom metal and psychedelic experiments. There are many clear references to the popular culture in their music, including Alice's Adventures in Wonderland book, Magic: The Gathering card game and stable love for the legacy of the band Black Sabbath sound-wise.

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Czech military begins deploying Spyder air defence system
Czech military begins deploying Spyder air defence system

Czechia sends emergency supplies to flood-hit Nepal
Czechia sends emergency supplies to flood-hit Nepal

Boršice named Czech Village of the Year 2026
Boršice named Czech Village of the Year 2026

Czech Davis Cup team trails USA 2–1 after doubles defeat
Czech Davis Cup team trails USA 2–1 after doubles defeat

Around 92,000 attend first day of NATO Days
Around 92,000 attend first day of NATO Days

Pavel: Allied participation at NATO Days is a symbol of solidarity
Pavel: Allied participation at NATO Days is a symbol of solidarity

Battle of White Mountain re-enacted in Prague
Battle of White Mountain re-enacted in Prague

NATO Days underway at Mošnov airport
NATO Days underway at Mošnov airport

Czech crown jewels draw crowds to Prague Castle
Czech crown jewels draw crowds to Prague Castle

Czech cyber agency warns of North Korean attacks using fake job offers
Czech cyber agency warns of North Korean attacks using fake job offers

Czechia and US tied 1-1 after opening day of Davis Cup qualifier
Czechia and US tied 1-1 after opening day of Davis Cup qualifier

PM Babiš: Czechia facing hybrid war from Russia
PM Babiš: Czechia facing hybrid war from Russia

Jordanian royal couple begin official visit to Czechia
Jordanian royal couple begin official visit to Czechia

90-year-old driver travels 3.5 kilometres wrong way on Czech motorway
90-year-old driver travels 3.5 kilometres wrong way on Czech motorway

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Czech car production rises by 1.4 percent
Czech car production rises by 1.4 percent

Havlíček (ANO): Europe entering another energy crisis
Havlíček (ANO): Europe entering another energy crisis

EU military chief: Europe must accelerate defence build-up
EU military chief: Europe must accelerate defence build-up

Jordan’s King Abdullah II welcomed at Prague Castle
Jordan’s King Abdullah II welcomed at Prague Castle

Czech judges call on Babiš (ANO) to substantiate claims about judiciary
Czech judges call on Babiš (ANO) to substantiate claims about judiciary

Bohemian crown jewels go on display at Prague Castle, highlighting Hapsburg rule
As of September 19, the public can view the authentic Bohemian crown jewels, which are on display in the Vladislav Hall of Prague Castle. These priceless symbols of the Czech nation will be exhibited up until the Day of Czech Statehood on September 28th.

Václav Havel and architecture: Brno exhibition reveals a lesser-known side of the Czech president
Václav Havel would have turned 90 this October. A new exhibition at Villa Stiassni in Brno looks beyond his familiar roles as playwright, dissident and president to explore his relationship with architecture. 

Police warn of sophisticated smishing scam
Police warn of sophisticated smishing scam

Czech coalition reaches agreement on 2027 state budget
Czech coalition reaches agreement on 2027 state budget

Jordan’s King Abdullah II visits Czechia for talks with Pavel and Babiš
Jordan’s King Abdullah II visits Czechia for talks with Pavel and Babiš

Czechia to chair OECD ministerial meeting for first time in 2027
Czechia to chair OECD ministerial meeting for first time in 2027

Red Arrows flypast over Prague cancelled
Red Arrows flypast over Prague cancelled

Czechia has third-lowest inflation in EU
Czechia has third-lowest inflation in EU

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President Pavel vetoes bill on state employees
President Pavel vetoes bill on state employees

Czech Republic still grappling with legacy of industrial and military contamination
The Czech Republic is still dealing with an environmental legacy left by decades of poor management when little attention was paid to protecting nature. The latest case involving possible contamination at a former military training area in the Klatovy region is just the tip of the iceberg. There are many more places across the country that require investigation or clean-up.  

Coalition leaders agree on cuts to 2027 budget deficit
Coalition leaders agree on cuts to 2027 budget deficit

PM Babiš proposes joint European missile defence system at Prague summit
PM Babiš proposes joint European missile defence system at Prague summit

Composer and conductor Gustav Mahler: Searching for the meaning of life
Gustav Mahler was taught by musicians in Jihlava and developed a deep sensitivity to the musical culture of the region, which later found its way into his work, alongside elements of Jewish folk music. He was a phenomenal conductor and is considered one of the greatest composers of symphonic music of all time.    

Czech film Volklore takes silver student Oscar in Toronto
The student film Volklore by Czech filmmaker Viktorie Štěpánová this week received a Silver Student Academy Award in the Alternative/Experimental category of the international film festival in Toronto. The video essay explores the transformation of Czech folklore in the age of social media.  

NATO troops taking part in Ample Strike exercise in Czechia
NATO troops taking part in Ample Strike exercise in Czechia

Police investigating contamination at former military site
Police investigating contamination at former military site

Czech Television plans to cut 12 percent of workforce by 2030
Czech Television plans to cut 12 percent of workforce by 2030

National Gallery’s treasured Dürer painting The Rosary Feast to undergo major restoration
One of the National Gallery ’s most important paintings is about to undergo its most extensive restoration in decades. Albrecht Dürer’s The Rosary Feast will be out of the gallery for about five years and placed in the hands of Czech experts.

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Army surveying toxic contamination at Šumava site
Army surveying toxic contamination at Šumava site

Supreme Court upholds suspended sentences in dog abuse case
Supreme Court upholds suspended sentences in dog abuse case

Parts of Letná Park close for Netflix filming of The Secret of Secrets
Parts of Letná Park close for Netflix filming of The Secret of Secrets

Poor hop harvest could push up beer prices
Poor hop harvest could push up beer prices

Energy prices threatening Czech industry
Energy prices threatening Czech industry

Czech archaeologists comb site of former Soviet Gulag in Kazakhstan that held Czechs and Slovaks
The site of a one-time Soviet Gulag, located in Kazakhstan, is now being studied by archaeologists from the University of West Bohemia in cooperation with the NGO Gulag.cz. The camp once held more than 20,000 people, mostly political prisoners, including around two dozen Czechoslovaks. 

Night of Literature festival opens in Prague
Night of Literature festival opens in Prague

Babiš meets Bulgarian PM in Sofia to discuss Czech aircraft and energy
Babiš meets Bulgarian PM in Sofia to discuss Czech aircraft and energy

Army to start survey of contaminated site in Šumava
Army to start survey of contaminated site in Šumava

100 people died on Czech roads during summer holidays
100 people died on Czech roads during summer holidays

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Austria extends border checks with Czechia and other neighbours
Austria extends border checks with Czechia and other neighbours

Czech government declares war on illegal kratom sales, raises purchasing age
The Czech government has approved an amendment to the addictive substances law that aims to curb kratom use among young people and crack down on illegal sales. Dubbed Lex Kratom, the bill would raise the minimum age for buying kratom from 18 to 21 and ban its sale through e-shops.

Czech Air Force honours Czechoslovak RAF pilots
Czech Air Force honours Czechoslovak RAF pilots

ERA and HawkEye 360 to cooperate on space-based intelligence
ERA and HawkEye 360 to cooperate on space-based intelligence

Newly discovered book by Czech writer Ivan Klíma to be published a year after his death
Newly discovered book by Czech writer Ivan Klíma to be published a year after his death

Hundreds of kilograms of fish die in Morava River near Olomouc
Hundreds of kilograms of fish die in Morava River near Olomouc

From mortgages to food prices: Climate Week Prague puts climate change into everyday terms
 Prague is hosting a week of debates, workshops and public events devoted to climate change and its impact on society and the economy. Linda Zeilina-Cross, founder and CEO of the International Sustainable Finance Centre, tells RPI the aim is to open a discussion that too often takes place behind closed doors. 

Czech crown jewels go on display for schoolchildren at Prague Castle
Czech crown jewels go on display for schoolchildren at Prague Castle

New rules aim to curb obstruction in Czech lower house
New rules aim to curb obstruction in Czech lower house

Justice and defence ministers to present general candidates to President Pavel
Justice and defence ministers to present general candidates to President Pavel

President Pavel discusses foreign trips and budget with PM Babiš
President Pavel discusses foreign trips and budget with PM Babiš

Czech crown jewels removed from Crown Chamber ahead of public display
Czech crown jewels removed from Crown Chamber ahead of public display

Coalition yet to agree on Czech state budget for next year
Coalition yet to agree on Czech state budget for next year

Czech government sets criminal policy priorities for prosecutors
Czech government sets criminal policy priorities for prosecutors

Záviš Cross: Czech medieval treasure reveals hidden relic and misidentified gemstones
The Záviš Cross, one of the most precious medieval treasures in the Czech lands, has yielded two unexpected discoveries. Researchers have found a second wooden relic inside the cross and have also discovered that some of the gemstones were misidentified.

Czech Radio testing new radio warning system for emergencies
National public broadcaster Czech Radio is testing a new system designed to warn the public of emergencies through radio broadcasting. The technology will eventually allow listeners to be alerted quickly about events such as floods, fires or power outages with immediate advice regarding what to do.

Czech labour market could face shortage of half a million workers by 2045
Czech labour market could face shortage of half a million workers by 2045

Court orders Filip Turek (Motorists) to apologise to environmental group
Court orders Filip Turek (Motorists) to apologise to environmental group

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Pavel: Pragmatic and values-based politics are not mutually exclusive
Pavel: Pragmatic and values-based politics are not mutually exclusive

Czech Trinity Bank cleared to buy Prague’s Riverside Karlín complex
Czech Trinity Bank cleared to buy Prague’s Riverside Karlín complex

Slacklining performance adds spectacle to Brno neighbourhood festival
A community event in Brno-Kohoutovice featured a performance by 24-year-old slackliner Timotej Horák. Barefoot and wearing traditional folk costume, he walked above the heads of spectators along a 60-metre-long slackline stretched between the Grand Prix building on Libušina Street and an apartment block opposite.

President Pavel to meet PM Babiš for foreign policy talks
President Pavel to meet PM Babiš for foreign policy talks

Czech crown jewels to go on display at Prague Castle
Czech crown jewels to go on display at Prague Castle

Prague hosts Central Europe’s first international Climate Week
Prague hosts Central Europe’s first international Climate Week

Czech archer Horáčková wins World Cup Final on debut
Czech archer Horáčková wins World Cup Final on debut

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Kneblová takes silver in kayakcross World Cup final
Kneblová takes silver in kayakcross World Cup final

Foreign Minister Macinka invited to Pavel-Babiš meeting
Foreign Minister Macinka invited to Pavel-Babiš meeting

Czech government ready to cap electricity prices if costs rise further
Czech government ready to cap electricity prices if costs rise further

STEM poll: ANO would win elections with 31.1 percent
STEM poll: ANO would win elections with 31.1 percent

Snarky Puppy opens autumn season of Brno JazzFest
Snarky Puppy opens autumn season of Brno JazzFest

Ancient Gospel fragment from Prague displayed in Italy
Ancient Gospel fragment from Prague displayed in Italy

Czech climber killed by falling rocks in French Alps
Czech climber killed by falling rocks in French Alps

Yo Yo Band: Czech reggae pioneers and the legacy of Richard Tesařík
Richard Tesařík, frontman of the iconic Czech band Yo Yo Band, died last Sunday at the age of 80. We look back at the band’s journey from its beginnings as a soul and gospel quartet to its reggae- and Latin-influenced sound and huge success in the 1990s, while remembering some of their best-known songs.

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Opposition criticises Okamura’s meeting with Iranian ambassador
Opposition criticises Okamura’s meeting with Iranian ambassador

Thousands take part in traditional parade at Uherské Hradiště wine festival
Thousands take part in traditional parade at Uherské Hradiště wine festival

Polskie Radio 24

RTV Euro AGD wstrzymuje emisje reklam w TV Republika. Wyjaśniono decyzję
Joanna Zaremba

"Sound of Silence" w Krakowie. Wzruszające zakończenie Marszu Ciszy
Emanuel Grzegorczyk-Zając

"Fascynował się seryjnymi mordercami". Nowe informacje ws. zamachowca

Po zamachu w Krakowie, pisał o "akcji w Warszawie". Jest ruch prokuratury
Emil W. usłyszał zarzut wywołania fałszywego alarmu. Sprawa dotyczy wpisu, w którym groził "akcją w Warszawie". "Uważajcie na ulicach" - napisał.Joanna Zaremba

Wolontariuszka Szlachetnej Paczki jedną z ofiar zamachu. "Kochała ludzi"
Jedną z ofiar zamachowca, który w sobotę na Rynku Głównym w Krakowie zabił sześć osób, a kolejne kilkanaście poważnie ranił, jest pani Ewelina. To wolontariuszka Szlachetnej Paczki.Joanna Zaremba

Marsz Ciszy w Krakowie. Tusk i Nawrocki razem w tłumie
Premier Donald Tusk i prezydent Karol Nawrocki wzięli udział w Marszu Ciszy w Krakowie. Obaj politycy znajdowali się na czele pochodu.Emanuel Grzegorczyk-Zając

Kamizelki, tarcze i broń długa. Policja apeluje o doposażenie
Po ostatnich wydarzeniach w Krakowie policjanci apelują do władz o doposażenie funkcjonariuszy. Chcą, aby na użytek policji trafiły kamizelki i tarcze kuloodporne oraz broń długa.Paweł Auguff

Sakiewicz będzie miał kłopoty? "Składamy zawiadomienie do prokuratury"
Klub Centrum złoży zawiadomienie do prokuratury o podejrzeniu popełnienia przestępstwa przez Tomasza Sakiewicza. Chodzi o słowa, które padły podczas relacjonowania wydarzeń w Krakowie.Joanna Zaremba

Prezydent odznaczył policjantów, którzy powstrzymali zamachowca w Krakowie
Prezydent Karol Nawrocki odznaczył Jakuba Kulika i Artura Morańskiego, policjantów, którzy powstrzymali zamachowca w Krakowie. Obaj wykazali się niezwykłą odwagą, ryzykując własnym życiem.Jakub Popławski

Szósta ofiara zamachu w Krakowie. To 51-letnia obywatelka Austrii
Wśród sześciu ofiar śmiertelnych sobotniego zamachu na Rynku Głównym w Krakowie znalazła się 51-letnia obywatelka Austrii. Kobieta przyjechała do Polski na weekend wraz z mężem.Joanna Zaremba

Kraków pogrążony w żałobie. Mieszkańcy zapalają znicze i składają kwiaty
Mieszkańcy Krakowa zapalają znicze i składają kwiaty w pobliżu rynku, oddając hołd sześciu ofiarom sobotniej strzelaniny. Na ścianie budynku wciąż widać ślady po kulach. Wśród żałobników są osoby, które mówią o smutku, gniewie i wdzięczności wobec policjantów oraz lekarzy. Przewodnik Maciej Mizejewski wspomina moment ataku i przypadkową decyzję, która, jak uważa, uratowała mu życie. Opowiada też o przechodniach, którzy próbowali ratować rannych. W ataku zginęło 6 osób, a 16 zostało rannych.

Bohaterowie zamachu w Krakowie zostaną uhonorowani. Jest zgoda radnych
Dwaj policjanci ranni podczas zamachu w Krakowie wciąż przebywają w szpitalu. Miasto chce uhonorować ich najwyższym wyróżnieniem. Wszyscy radni popierają ten pomysł.

Trzy minuty na reakcję. Wiceszef MSWiA o działaniach służb w Krakowie
- Działania służb w krakowskim rynku rozpoczęły się w ciągu trzech minut - przekazał wiceszef MSWiA Tomasz Szymański (KO) na antenie Polskiego Radia 24.

Sekcje zwłok ofiar Michała O. Prokuratura przekazała nowe informacje
W poniedziałek przeprowadzone zostały sekcje zwłok sześciu ofiar sobotniego ataku w Krakowie i trzech zabitych w Ostrowcu Świętokrzyskim - poinformował prok. Eryk Stasielak z Prokuratury Krajowej.Paweł Auguff

Tusk i Nawrocki razem na Marszu Ciszy w Krakowie. Znamy plan spotkania
Prezydent i premier będą uczestniczyć w Marszu Ciszy w Krakowie. Obaj politycy zostali zaroszeni przez władze miasta.Paweł Pawlica, Joanna Zaremba

Co z protestem pod Trybunałem? Rzecznik PiS: miasteczko musi trwać
"Miasteczko pod Trybunałem Konstytucyjnym musi trwać" - napisał w mediach społecznościowych rzecznik PiS, Rafał Bochenek. Odniósł się również do żałoby narodowej.Joanna Zaremba

Policjant wybudził się z narkozy. "Te trzy słowa świadczą o człowieku"
Policjant Artur Morański, który został ranny w Krakowie, po przebudzeniu pytał o swojego kolegę. - Te trzy słowa świadczą o człowieku - ocenił w rozmowie z Polskim Radiem wiceburmistrz Muszyny.

Krew dla rannych po zamachu w Krakowie. Kto może ją oddać?
Po zamachu w Krakowie Polacy oddają krew w geście solidarności z rannymi. Lekarz wyjaśnia, kto może zostać dawcą, jak się przygotować i jakie warunki trzeba spełnić.

Trzaskowski zdecydował ws. Marszu Niepodległości. Powstaną betonowe zapory
W Warszawie ustawiono betonowe zapory na Krakowskim Przedmieściu. Prezydent miasta Rafał Trzaskowski nie wyklucza odgrodzenia również innych rejonów.

Kolejny zatrzymany po zamachu w Krakowie. Policja ujawnia szczegóły
W sumie już sześć osób zatrzymano po zamachu w Krakowie. Wśród nich jest 15-latek. Policja reaguje na fałszywe informacje i wpisy gloryfikujące przemoc. Autorzy muszą liczyć się z konsekwencjami.Jakub Popławski

Zamach w Krakowie. Padło kilkadziesiąt, a może nawet kilkaset strzałów
W Krakowie podczas zamachu mogło paść nawet kilkaset strzałów - poinformowała prokuratura. Śledczy prowadzą szczegółowe dochodzenie w sprawie.

To w jego samochód wjechał zamachowiec. To strażak z OSP
Strażak z OSP Olszowice został ciężko ranny podczas sobotniego zamachu w Krakowie. Napastnik uderzył w jego samochód. Koledzy z jednostki przekazali nowe informacje o stanie jego zdrowia.Joanna Zaremba

Fala dezinformacji po ataku w Krakowie. Ekspert ostrzega
Po ataku w Krakowie w sieci pojawiła się fala dezinformacji. Rafał Pikuła w rozmowie z Polskim Radiem 24 mówił o celowych działaniach, rosyjskich wpływach i roli algorytmów w radykalizacji.

Krone.at

Opfer (62): „Er war plötzlich wie ausgewechselt“
Ein Ungar (41) fiel bei einem gemeinsamen Urlaub in seiner Heimat über eine Innviertlerin (62) her, sperrte sie in Kofferraum, bedrohte und quälte sie. Tatmotiv: Habgier. Die „Krone“ sprach mit dem Opfer der unglaublichen Tat.

Betroffene: „Ich dachte, ich bin schon zu alt“
Paare, die künstliche Befruchtung nutzen, können in Österreich auf den sogenannten IVF-Fonds zurückgreifen. Dieser übernimmt einen Teil der Behandlungskosten – allerdings nur unter bestimmten Voraussetzungen. Die Frau darf etwa nicht älter als 40 Jahre alt sein. Sabine hat sich mit 39 noch für die IVF-Behandlung entschieden und wurde beim ersten Versuch schwanger. krone.at hat mit ihr und dem Reproduktionsmediziner Andreas Obruca gesprochen.

Freitag, der 13.: Bringt dieser Tag wirklich Pech?
Ein schwarzer Kater, eine Leiter und dann auch noch Freitag, der 13. – für abergläubische Zeitgenossen ist das Unglück damit beinahe perfekt. Kommende Woche ist es wieder so weit: Der vermeintliche Pechtag steht vor der Tür. Doch müssen wir uns wirklich vor ihm fürchten?

Sein Lebensbaum schmückt den Christkindlmarkt
Ein Gollinger trennte sich nach knapp 60 Jahren vom Baum in seinem Garten. Am Montag wurde der grüne Riese gefällt und in die Salzburger Altstadt transportiert, wo er künftig als Weihnachtsbaum, den Christkindlmarkt schmückt. 

Strengere Regeln für Zigarettenmitnahme gestoppt
Statt vier Stangen könnten Reisende künftig nur noch 200 Zigaretten aus anderen EU-Staaten mitbringen dürfen. Auch für E-Zigaretten-Liquids ist eine deutliche Verschärfung geplant. Doch die EU-Finanzminister sind sich noch uneinig. 

In den Alpen gibt‘s bald Fast Food an der Skipiste
Neben Hüttenklassikern wie Käsespätzle, Kaiserschmarrn und Germknödel wird es auch bald Burger, Pommes und frittierte Hühnerkeulen neben Skipisten in den Alpen geben: Der Fast-Food-Riese Kentucky Fried Chicken eröffnet zwei Filialen auf 1700 und 2123 Metern Seehöhe.

Mega-Razzia in Berlin! Hells Angels im Visier
Mega-Razzia in Berlin! Die Polizei hat einen großen Zugriff bei Wirkungsstätten der sogenannten Hells Angels durchgeführt – im Fokus steht dabei auch das Vereinsheim der brutalen Bikergang. 

Zufällig vor Ort: 2 Ärzte retteten Menschenleben
Ihr Einsatz hat wahrscheinlich Schlimmeres verhindert: Zwei Chirurgen waren bei der Schusswaffenattacke von Krakau zufällig in der Nähe, eilten zur Ersten Hilfe herbei und übernahmen erste medizinische Koordination.  Ihre eigene Sicherheit ließen sie dabei außer Acht. Nun meldeten sie sich erstmals zu Wort.

Täter war schon wegen Missbrauchsvideos im Visier
Im Fall der getöteten 13-jährigen Lisa aus Berlin gibt es neue, grauenhafte Details: So wurde das junge Opfer gefesselt in dem leerstehenden Haus aufgefunden. Gegen den 22-jährigen mutmaßlichen Täter, der dort lebensgefährlich verletzt aufgefunden wurde, wurde zuvor wegen des Verdachts sexueller Missbrauchsdarstellungen von Kindern ermittelt. 

„Werden bald in einer völlig anderen Welt leben“
Erst stürzten ihn die Schmid-Chats, jetzt will ein russischer Agent dabei mitgeholfen haben: Jan Marsalek prahlt in Nachrichten nach Moskau, Sebastian Kurz „erfolgreich gestürzt“ zu haben. Bei seinem ersten Auftritt seit Bekanntwerden der Chats gab sich der junge Altkanzler zurückhaltend und blickte lieber auf die Weltlage. Zum Comeback in der Innenpolitik hat er auch diesmal eine recht klare Antwort.

Republikaner will Trumps Kriegsminister loswerden
Nach der Wahlschlappe bei den US-Zwischenwahlen in den USA dient Kriegsminister Pete Hegseth als Sündenbock. Nun wurde ein Amtsenthebungsverfahren gegen den Pentagonchef eingeleitet – der Antrag kommt aus den eigenen Reihen. 

Kiew und Moskau bei Gebietsfragen „flexibel“
Russland und die Ukraine haben sich einem US-Regierungsvertreter zufolge vor den in Abu Dhabi geplanten Gesprächen hinter verschlossenen Türen in Gebietsfragen „flexibel“ gezeigt. Dennoch bleiben die Hürden für eine flächendeckende Waffenruhe enorm hoch.

Trump streut Zweifel an „Fairness“ der US-Wahlen
Er kann es einfach nicht lassen! Knapp eine Woche nach der Niederlage bei den Midterms hat US-Präsident Donald Trump das Ergebnis angezweifelt. Was in der Wahlnacht noch zu akzeptieren war, scheint plötzlich nicht mit rechten Dingen zugegangen zu sein. 

Stadt Salzburg muss tief ins Sparschwein greifen
In der Stadt Salzburg haben SPÖ, ÖVP, KPÖ und Bürgerliste am Montagnachmittag das Budget für das kommende Jahr beschlossen. Der Voranschlag sieht Einnahmen von 849 Mio. Euro und Ausgaben von 927 Mio. Euro vor. Warum die Stadt trotzdem keine neuen Schulden macht, liegt an Erspartem ...

EU verhandelt mit Nigeria Wende bei Abschiebungen
Brüssel macht Ernst: EU-Kommissar Brunner verhandelt in Nigeria ein Abkommen, das Abschiebungen beschleunigen und Schlepper stoppen soll. Obwohl die Zugangszahlen stark gesunken sind, hapert es in der Praxis. Nun sollen Frontex und Europol für die nötige Härte sorgen.

„Quotenfrau“ an der Spitze des Gewerkschaftsbundes
Der Gewerkschaftsbund hat eine neue Frauenvorsitzende und Vizepräsidentin. Sandra Steiner löst Christa Hörmann in ihren Funktionen ab. „Ich bin eine Quotenfrau und ich bin stolz darauf“, sagt die 51-Jährige im Gespräch mit der „Krone“. Die Wienerin kommt aus der IT und damit aus einer männerdominierten Branche.

Wenn ein Seitensprung 250 Milliarden Dollar kostet
Jetzt wird Nvidia aktiv! Der KI-Chip-Gigant hat eine interne Untersuchung gegen seinen Konzernchef Jensen Huang eingeleitet. Dessen außereheliche Aktivitäten haben dem Unternehmen an den Börsen auf einen Schlag mehr als 250 Milliarden Dollar gekostet. 

Schneekanonen hängen im Verordnungs-Dschungel
Groß als Meilenstein gefeiert, im Behördendschungel verschollen: Vorarlbergs Regierungsparteien versprachen den Seilbahnern spürbaren Bürokratieabbau. 1,5 Jahre später zeigt ein aktueller Zwischenbericht: Selbst die simpelste Fristverlängerung für Schneekanonen steckt fest – ausgebremst von der EU und internen Verzögerungen.

Wegen Zöllen! Voest baut 150 Jobs in Kindberg ab
Nächste Hiobsbotschaft für die steirische Wirtschaft: Wie die Voestalpine am Montag bekannt gab, werden bis Ende März 2027 150 Mitarbeiter am Standort Kindberg abgebaut. Grund dafür sind US-Zölle, von denen das Unternehmen massiv betroffen ist. Bis Ende November dieses Jahres soll ein Sozialplan ausgearbeitet werden.

Sex für Geheimnisse: Die Geschichte der Venusfalle
Paukenschlag beim wichtigsten Chiphersteller für die KI-Revolution: Nvidia hat nach einem Sexspionagekrimi um eine Affäre des Firmenchefs Jensen Huang mit einer mutmaßlichen Agentin Pekings Ermittlungen bestätigt. Die Technik ist ebenso alt wie effektiv: Sogenannte Venusfallen setzen ihre Verführungskünste ein, um an Staats- und Geschäftsgeheimnisse zu gelangen. Krone+ zeigt Ihnen die Methoden und Ursprünge.

Lei(n)wand! Diese Kino-Ikone erfand heutige Welt
Hollywood-Star und Femme fatale, aber auch brillante Technik-Tüftlerin und „stille“ Kriegsheldin: Hedy Lamarr lebte auf der Überholspur. Anlässlich des Tags der Erfinder am 9. November, ihrem Geburtstag, rückt die „Krone“ die vielschichtige Austro-Amerikanerin erneut ins Rampenlicht.

Förderung futsch! Kult-Location schlägt Alarm
Der Sparstift der Wiener Stadtregierung hat nun eine wahre Kultur-Institution getroffen. Der Arena Wien werden ab 2027 substanzielle Förderungen gestrichen. Die legendäre Konzert-Location trifft das schwer.

Kindern ein richtiges Familienleben schenken
Pflegeeltern werden von der Stadt gerade händeringend gesucht. Familie Schlagbauer hat sich bereits dafür entschieden. Und es nicht bereut. Die MA 11 hofft, dass sich weitere mindestens 100 Paare oder Einzelpersonen dafür entscheiden. Um Kindern ein schönes Aufwachsen zu ermöglichen.

Letztes Jugendstil-Wirtshaus an Westbahn verkauft
Um 500.000 Euro kauft die Gemeinde die „Galerie Eichgraben“ dem Besitzer ab, wurde in einer Gemeinderatssitzung beschlossen. Das weckt finanzielle Sorgen aber auch viel Nostalgie aus den vergangenen 100 Jahren. 

Nachbarsbuben jahrelang missbraucht: 9 Jahre Haft
Nächster unfassbarer Fall von Kindesmissbrauch: Im Bezirk Grieskirchen in OÖ soll ein heute 62-Jähriger über 26 Jahre lang fünf Nachbarsbuben sexuell missbraucht haben. Nun wurde der Mann verurteilt.

Ein „Change“, der auch die Landesebene absichert
Fast ein Viertel aller roten Ortschefs bundesweit sind Burgenländer. Jetzt kommt es zum Generationswechsel.

Obacht! Wer zwei Jobs hat, zahlt womöglich doppelt
26,85 Euro werden in wenigen Tagen wieder für viele Österreicher auf dem Lohnzettel abgezogen. Doch nicht jeder muss die E-Card-Gebühr tatsächlich bezahlen. Wer keinen Cent berappen muss und wer sogar zweimal zur Kasse gebeten werden könnte. Plus: Wie man zu viel abgebuchtes Geld zurückbekommt.

Andreas Gabalier geriet vor Auftritt ins Schwitzen
Volks Rock ‘n‘ Roller Andreas Gabalier verriet der „Krone“ seine Geheimnisse über schweißtreibende Aktivitäten vor der Show in seiner Künstlergarderobe. Auch dem Publikum im Großen Festspielhaus in Salzburg wurde am Montag durchs viele Tanzen ganz schön heiß.

VSV-Insolvenz: So wollen sich die Adler befreien
Der VSV hat Insolvenz angemeldet. Die Schulden belaufen sich auf bis zu 2,8 Millionen Euro. Jetzt droht Villachs Profi-Eishockey die Pleite! Auch, weil rund 1,2 Millionen für die laufende Saison im Liga-Betrieb fehlen. Besonders Heikel: Mit Abo- und Sponsorgeldern wurden alte Schulden abbezahlt. Die Fans der Adler wollen sammeln.

Schrott-Lkw mit schweren Mängeln in Tirol gestoppt
Gerissene Bremsscheibe, blockierende Achse und ein Reifen bis aufs Gewebe abgefahren: Bei einer Kontrolle eines Sattelschleppers staunten selbst die Beamten nicht schlecht. Auch der 57-jährige Lenker verstieß laut Polizei gegen die Vorschriften.

Der nächste Meilenstein für Yanik Spalt
ÖFB-Youngster Yanik Spalt, der vor einer Woche schon für den VfB Stuttgart in der Champions League debütiert hatte, feierte nun beim Stuttgarter Sieg gegen Bremen auch seine Premiere in der Startformation der Schwaben und zeigte gleich wieder auf. Jetzt steht der Trainingslehrgang mit der U21 auf dem Programm.

UNN - Ukrainski Nacionalni novini

США запропонували Україні гарантії безпеки за принципом НАТО, які ще домовленості обговорюють із росією

США запропонували Україні гарантії безпеки за принципом НАТО, які ще домовленості обговорюють із росією<p>Вашингтон обговорює з Україною та росією гарантії безпеки, санкції й відновлення Ради росія–НАТО. Переговори заплановані в Абу-Дабі.</p>

Припинення вогню в Україні навіть не обговорюватимуть на переговорах в Абу-Дабі – NYT

Припинення вогню в Україні навіть не обговорюватимуть на переговорах в Абу-Дабі – NYT<p>Переговори України, США та Росії зосередяться на архітектурі безпеки Європи. Експерти не очікують прогресу до весни.</p>

Українські військові посилюють позиції України на переговорах, Зеленський пояснив як саме

Українські військові посилюють позиції України на переговорах, Зеленський пояснив як саме<p>Зеленський заявив, що успішні операції та втрати російської армії зміцнюють позиції України на переговорах. Він закликав США тиснути на Москву.</p>

росія намагається роз’єднати Україну по Дніпру - Зеленський

росія намагається роз’єднати Україну по Дніпру - Зеленський<p>Зеленський заявив, що росія б’є по мостах та енергомережі, прагнучи роз’єднати Україну по Дніпру. Влада оновлює заходи протидії.</p>

Українці заклали знизити граничний вік служби до 55 років - що відповів Корецький

Українці заклали знизити граничний вік служби до 55 років - що відповів Корецький<p>Прем’єр Сергій Корецький відповів на петицію про зниження граничного віку служби до 55 років. Міноборони опрацьовує зміни законодавства.</p>

Повернення декларування для співробітників СБУ - Зеленський подав законопроєкт у Раду

Повернення декларування для співробітників СБУ - Зеленський подав законопроєкт у Раду<p>Президент Володимир Зеленський вніс до Верховної Ради законопроєкт про повернення обов’язкового декларування для співробітників СБУ.</p>

У США заявили, що Україна і рф демонструють “певну гнучкість” щодо територій перед переговорами в Абу-Дабі

У США заявили, що Україна і рф демонструють “певну гнучкість” щодо територій перед переговорами в Абу-Дабі<p>Перед переговорами в Абу-Дабі сторони непублічно допускають компроміс щодо територій. США обговорять гарантії безпеки та обміни полоненими.</p>

Литовські правила перевірки зерна можуть затримати російський експорт на кілька місяців - ЗМІ

Литовські правила перевірки зерна можуть затримати російський експорт на кілька місяців - ЗМІ<p>Литва призупинить митне оформлення зерна з росії та білорусі до завершення перевірок походження. Аналізи можуть тривати понад два місяці.</p>

Буданов заявив, що в Абу-Дабі приділять увагу гуманітарному треку - на який результат очікує глава ОП

Буданов заявив, що в Абу-Дабі приділять увагу гуманітарному треку - на який результат очікує глава ОП<p>Українська делегація вирушила до Абу-Дабі на переговори 10–11 листопада. Буданов очікує домовленостей про наступні етапи повернення полонених.</p>

Співробітника ОБСЄ Голду незаконно перевели до медико-виправної установи в рф - Україна заявляє про грубі порушення

Співробітника ОБСЄ Голду незаконно перевели до медико-виправної установи в рф - Україна заявляє про грубі порушення<p>Вадима Голду перевели до медико-виправної установи в Тамбовській області рф, повідомив Андрій Сибіга. Україна вимагає звільнення трьох співробітників ОБСЄ.</p>

Мерц погрожує заблокувати бюджет ЄС, якщо всі країни не погодяться фінансувати Україну - FT

Мерц погрожує заблокувати бюджет ЄС, якщо всі країни не погодяться фінансувати Україну - FT <p>Канцлер Німеччини вимагає від усіх країн ЄС фінансувати Україну з 2027 року. Інакше Берлін може заблокувати бюджет Союзу на 2028–2034 роки.</p>

Кушнер і Віткофф проведуть "тісні консультації" з представниками України, ЄС та НАТО перед переговорами в Абу-Дабі

Кушнер і Віткофф проведуть "тісні консультації" з представниками України, ЄС та НАТО перед переговорами в Абу-Дабі<p>Представники США зустрінуться з Україною, ЄС і союзниками перед першими з лютого тристоронніми переговорами. Обговорять безпеку, мир і відбудову.</p>

Регламентний комітет повернув три постанови про скасування бюджетних висновків: чи вплине це на Держбюджет-2027

Регламентний комітет повернув три постанови про скасування бюджетних висновків: чи вплине це на Держбюджет-2027<p>Комітет повернув авторам три постанови про скасування бюджетних висновків-2027. Рішення не змінює проєкт бюджету та не скасовує його перше читання.</p>

Бізнес закликав правоохоронців припинити тиск на підприємства: чи допоможуть нові підходи вирішити проблему авіалізингу

Бізнес закликав правоохоронців припинити тиск на підприємства: чи допоможуть нові підходи вирішити проблему авіалізингу<p>Підприємці вимагають не використовувати кримінальні справи для тиску на бізнес та розмежувати податкові помилки й умисні злочини.</p>

НАТО направить свого представника на переговори в Абу-Дабі - хто поїде від Альянсу

НАТО направить свого представника на переговори в Абу-Дабі - хто поїде від Альянсу<p>НАТО на переговорах представлятиме Джеффрі ван Левен, ЄС — представники Кошти та фон дер Ляєн. Формат прямої зустрічі з рф не визначений.</p>

Президент підписав закон про безпеку працівників на роботі

Президент підписав закон про безпеку працівників на роботі<p>Документ передбачає нові вимоги до безпеки праці та оцінювання професійних ризиків. Раніше ФПУ закликала ветувати закон, оскільки вважає, що його ухвалена редакція може поставити під загрозу чинні трудові гарантії працівників.</p>

В Анталії стартував кліматичний саміт COP31: які рішення ухвалюватиме світ і чого домагатиметься Україна

В Анталії стартував кліматичний саміт COP31: які рішення ухвалюватиме світ і чого домагатиметься Україна<p>На COP31 обговорюють скорочення викидів, фінансування й чисту енергетику. Україна прагне захистити територіальну цілісність і залучити інвестиції.</p>

В Абу-Дабі будуть тристоронні переговори, з європейцями заплановано координацію - Умєров

В Абу-Дабі будуть тристоронні переговори, з європейцями заплановано координацію - Умєров<p>Українська делегація прямує на переговори з США та росією 10–11 листопада. Окремо заплановані координаційні зустрічі з Європою, НАТО та Єврокомісією.</p>

Автобуси є, водіїв немає - Кличко відреагував на доручення Зеленського про безкоштовний проїзд у Києві

Автобуси є, водіїв немає - Кличко відреагував на доручення Зеленського про безкоштовний проїзд у Києві<p>Київ має резерв із 25 автобусів, але для них бракує щонайменше 50 водіїв категорії D. Кличко також нагадав про борг держави понад 8 млрд грн.</p>

ЄС відправить двох високопосадовців на переговори в Абу-Дабі - Politico

ЄС відправить двох високопосадовців на переговори в Абу-Дабі - Politico<p>Бйорн Зайберт і Анна-Марія Бура очолять делегацію ЄС на переговорах 10–11 листопада. Європейців можуть не допустити до переговорної кімнати.</p>

пєсков заявив, що переговори в Абу-Дабі пройдуть без представників Європи

пєсков заявив, що переговори в Абу-Дабі пройдуть без представників Європи <p>Переговори 10–11 листопада відбудуться у форматі Україна-США-росія. кремль заявив, що європейських представників не буде.</p>

В Україні змінили правила обліку військових - як буде тепер

В Україні змінили правила обліку військових - як буде тепер<p>Наказ №357 оновив правила обліку військових після СЗЧ, загибелі та переведення. Зміни чинні з 30 жовтня 2026 року.</p>

Рада підтримала створення Космічних сил ЗСУ - що передбачається

Рада підтримала створення Космічних сил ЗСУ - що передбачається<p>Парламент за основу підтримав законопроєкт про створення Космічних сил у ЗСУ. За проголосували 252 депутати для розвитку оборонних технологій.</p>

Дзвінок путіну спричинив дипломатичний розкол у Європі щодо переговорів про Україну - Politico

Дзвінок путіну спричинив дипломатичний розкол у Європі щодо переговорів про Україну - Politico<p>Контакти лідерів Фінляндії та Норвегії з путіним спричинили суперечки в Європі. Союзники не узгодили формат представництва на переговорах.</p>

ЄС запустить для України спецмеханізм з допомоги після ударів рф - Зеленський

ЄС запустить для України спецмеханізм з допомоги після ударів рф - Зеленський<p>ЄС оперативно надасть Україні кошти через спеціальний механізм допомоги у надзвичайних ситуаціях. Йдеться про енергетику, воду, тепло та гуманітарні потреби.</p>

Трамп допустив отримання Україною "іншої форми" після війни

Трамп допустив отримання Україною "іншої форми" після війни<p>Дональд Трамп заявив, що після війни Україна отримає "іншу форму".</p>

Глава МЗС Франції назвав ультралівого кандидата в президенти речником кремля

Глава МЗС Франції назвав ультралівого кандидата в президенти речником кремля<p>Жан-Ноель Барро назвав заяву Жана-Люка Меланшона про Донбас ретрансляцією позиції кремля. Він заявив, що кандидат непридатний для посади президента.</p>

Прем’єр Фінляндії закликав Європу жорсткіше реагувати на гібридні дії росії

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Іран дав США дві доби "на роздуми"

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Трамп підтвердив візит до Китаю та зустріч із путіним і Сі

Трамп підтвердив візит до Китаю та зустріч із путіним і Сі<p>Дональд Трамп заявив, що наступного тижня поїде до Китаю. Він може зустрітися з путіним і Сі Цзіньпіном для переговорів.</p>

Мерц готовий поговорити з путіним на саміті G20 у Маямі

Мерц готовий поговорити з путіним на саміті G20 у Маямі<p>Фрідріх Мерц не уникатиме розмови з путіним, якщо той приїде на саміт G20. Присутність російського лідера поки не підтверджена.</p>

Рубіо назвав гарантії безпеки головною темою переговорів в Абу-Дабі

Рубіо назвав гарантії безпеки головною темою переговорів в Абу-Дабі<p>Марко Рубіо заявив, що гарантії безпеки України стануть ключовою темою переговорів в Абу-Дабі. Остаточних домовленостей поки немає.</p>

АдН планує саміт Німеччини, США та росії без участі України - ЗМІ

АдН планує саміт Німеччини, США та росії без участі України - ЗМІ<p>Німецька АдН пропонує навесні 2027 року провести в Абу-Дабі саміт щодо війни без України. Партія хоче відновити зв’язки з росією.</p>

Демократи США націлились на імпічмент міністра оборони Гегсета - Bloomberg

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В Амстердамі 200 тисяч людей вийшли на протест проти політики уряду Нідерландів щодо Ізраїлю

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росіяни посилили військову присутність в Олешках під прикриттям гуманітарної операції - Зеленський

росіяни посилили військову присутність в Олешках під прикриттям гуманітарної операції - Зеленський<p>За словами Зеленського, рф провела ротацію та ввела додаткові сили на Лівобережжя. Регіональні наради стануть щотижневими.</p>

Зеленський доручив уряду підготувати програму безкоштовного проїзду в наземному транспорті Києва

Зеленський доручив уряду підготувати програму безкоштовного проїзду в наземному транспорті Києва<p>Уряд має розробити програму безкоштовного проїзду та резервні транспортні схеми для Києва на випадок збоїв метро чи проблем із мостами.</p>

Майбутнє Європи не вирішуватимуть без Європи: Франція направить представників на переговори в Абу-Дабі

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Поразка Трампа на виборах може змінити перебіг мирних переговорів щодо України - WP

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Motorway Vignette Prices Are Changing in 2027

Drivers planning to visit Hungary next year or commute there regularly should prepare for changes to motorway toll prices. Toll rates will rise moderately under the official 2027 tariff schedule, in line with the August inflation rate of 1.3%, turizmus.com reports. However, some regions and types of e-vignettes are subject to exceptions, and there are […]

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Szeged Zoo’s Hand-Reared Penguin Chick Set to Join the Colony

Caretakers are raising the spectacled penguin chick at the Szeged Wildlife Park; it hatched at the end of August, and the bird will be able to join the zoo’s penguin colony in a month.  The chick—whose parents were both born at the Szeged Wildlife Park—hatched on August 27. Its mother died, and its father was […]

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Authorities Suspend Operations at Volta Energy Plant

The environmental protection authority has temporarily suspended operations at part of the Volta Energy Solutions Hungary Kft. plant. The South Korean subsidiary, based in Környe in northwestern Hungary and regarded as an important supplier to Europe’s battery and electric vehicle industries, has completely halted production in Manufacturing Hall 101 until further notice. The authorities intervened […]

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Not Viktor Orbán: A Pro-Migration Globalist Is the Frontrunner for the Top UN Job

UN Headquarters in New York The race to succeed António Guterres as head of the United Nations (UN) is entering a decisive phase. While former Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán’s name also briefly sparked discussion, a tough battle is taking shape within the UN Security Council over an established international official: Rebeca Grynspan is considered […]

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Bomb Threats across Europe Put Hungarian Gripen Fighters on Alert

Three passenger aircraft facing bomb threats triggered Hungarian military alerts in a single day, prompting Gripen fighter jets to take to the skies and NATO to order additional air patrols, Honvédelem reported. Defense Minister Romulusz Ruszin-Szendi has explained why such incidents require more than simply escorting threatened aircraft, warning that the unusual frequency and geographical […]

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