The European Commission has revised its economic outlook for the Czech Republic, projecting a growth rate of 1.8 percent for 2026. This adjustment reflects ongoing challenges within the European economic landscape, as analysts monitor the country's recovery trajectory and industrial performance amid broader regional fiscal pressures and shifting market demands.
Emergency crews in the Czech Republic successfully localized a forest fire near the village of Dolany in the Náchod region. Firefighters had declared a second-degree alarm to manage the blaze, which affected a wooded area. No injuries were reported, and authorities are currently investigating the cause of the incident as they work to fully extinguish the remaining hotspots.
An estimated 250,000 protesters gathered at Prague's Letná Plain to demand the resignation of Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš. The demonstration, organized by the Million Moments for Democracy group, highlighted public concerns regarding alleged conflicts of interest and the integrity of the judicial system under Babiš's administration.
Czech Culture Minister Lubomír Zaorálek has dismissed Alicja Knastová from her position as director of the National Gallery Prague. The decision, made before the end of her mandate, follows a period of administrative and financial scrutiny at the institution. The move has sparked significant debate regarding the management and future direction of the Czech Republic's premier art gallery.
A debate has surfaced in the Czech Republic regarding the division of labor between President Petr Pavel and Prime Minister Petr Fiala concerning representation at international forums, including NATO summits. While Andrej Babiš is currently the leader of the opposition, the discussion centers on the constitutional roles of the President and the Prime Minister in foreign policy.
Principal photography is underway in the Czech Republic for Martin Scorsese's latest feature, 'What Happens at Night'. The production, which stars Leonardo DiCaprio and Jennifer Lawrence, has begun filming in various locations across the country, marking another high-profile international project for the Czech film industry.
New traffic data reveals a significant increase in vehicle volume on the D1 motorway near Prague, with daily counts now exceeding 100,000. This surge highlights ongoing infrastructure pressures on the Czech Republic's most critical transport artery, prompting discussions regarding capacity and future traffic management strategies.
The seventh annual Prague Cyber Security Conference has commenced in the Czech Republic, bringing together international experts to discuss pressing global cybersecurity challenges and the evolving landscape of geopolitical digital threats facing nations and critical infrastructure today.
The seventh annual Prague Cyber Security Conference has commenced in the Czech Republic, bringing together international experts to discuss pressing global cybersecurity challenges and the evolving landscape of geopolitical digital threats facing nations and critical infrastructure today.
The Czech Chamber of Deputies has conducted a public hearing for five candidates vying for the position of Public Defender of Rights. Lawmakers questioned the nominees on their vision for the office, which serves as a key institution for protecting citizens against maladministration and ensuring fundamental rights within the Czech Republic.
The Czech government has officially banned the psychoactive substance HHC, along with HHC-O and THCP, following concerns over their accessibility to minors. The ban, which took effect in March 2024, classifies these compounds as addictive substances, making their sale, distribution, and possession illegal under national law.
The Czech government has approved regulations for psilocybin-assisted therapy for severe depression, set to begin on January 1, 2026. This makes the Czech Republic one of the first European nations to allow medical use of psilocybin under strict supervision for patients unresponsive to conventional treatments.
The Czech Republic and the United Kingdom have formally launched a new transport dialogue in London on November 22, 2025. This initiative aims to deepen cooperation and share expertise across five key pillars, including smart mobility, decarbonisation, high-speed rail, infrastructure financing, and research and innovation, fostering a new era of bilateral collaboration in the transport sector.
The Federation of Jewish Communities in the Czech Republic has reported a record 4,694 antisemitic incidents in 2024, an 8.5% increase from the previous year. The report highlights a rise in severity, including four physical attacks and a significant number of online incidents, largely influenced by the Middle East conflict.
The European Commission has classified Czechia as facing a 'significant migration situation' due to hosting the highest number of Ukrainian refugees per capita in the EU. In response, the Czech Ministry of Interior has formally requested an exemption from contributions to the EU's new Solidarity Fund, citing the substantial burden already undertaken.
Prague is experiencing its most severe Hepatitis A outbreak in decades, with over 60 new cases reported last week, matching the total for the past three years. The capital is the epicenter of the nationwide surge, which has seen nearly 890 cases in Prague this year and 21 deaths across the Czech Republic. Health officials urge strict hygiene and vaccination.
Thousands gathered in Prague's Hradčany Square on October 19, 2025, to protest the potential appointment of a Motorists party member to lead the Environment Ministry. Environmental groups and scientists have voiced strong opposition, citing the party's anti-environmental stance and its leader's past statements.
The Czech Republic's new government, formed by the ANO, Freedom and Direct Democracy (SPD), and Motorists for Themselves parties, has announced its 16-member cabinet. Led by Andrej Babiš, the coalition secured a parliamentary majority following the October 2025 elections.
The City of Prague is conducting a major exercise, 'Holešovice – North 2025,' today, October 11, 2025, to test mobile flood protection barriers in Holešovice and Bubeneč. The drill involves erecting over 220 meters of barriers and is causing significant traffic disruptions along the Vltava River's left bank.
The Czech Republic's Supreme Administrative Court has established a legal precedent, ruling that income derived from voluntary sex work is subject to income tax. This decision clarifies the tax obligations for individuals in the sex industry, overturning a lower court's previous exemption.
