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Kratom: Will local bans help reduce its use among young people?

Despite the new rules, kratom remains widespread among young people. One of the solutions is banning the consumption of kratom in public spaces.
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Czech footballers fight back to overcome Ireland in penalty shootout

Czechia have moved closer to reaching international football’s biggest showcase for the first time in decades and will host Denmark to decide a place at the 2026 World Cup.
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The last shift: How coal shaped Ostrava and Karviná for generations

After nearly 250 years, coal mining has ended in the Ostrava-Karviná basin, closing a chapter that shaped the region’s economy, identity and daily life.
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Svěrák turns 90, Figure-skating WC in Prague, end of coal mining in Ostrava basin

Oscar-winning film director Svěrák turns 90, Figure-skating WC in Prague, end of coal mining in Ostrava-Karviná basin
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Zdeněk Svěrák turns 90: “He’s not a symbol of communism – he’s a symbol of hope we can survive it”

Veteran actor and writer Zdeněk Svěrák is known internationally for Kolya and in his native Czechia for a string of much-loved films and plays. This weekend he turns 90.
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World Figure Skating Championships return to Prague after 33 years

World figure skating championships return to Prague after 33 years, turning the city into a global stage for sport, culture, and thousands of fans.
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Czech, US nationals among suspects charged in Pardubice arson case, Prague’s National Museum sends mobile 3D digitization lab to Ukraine, Dozens detained in major match-fixing probe in Czech football, Lokšany Library

Pardubice arson case, 3D digitization lab sent to Ukraine, Dozens detained in major match-fixing probe in Czech football, Lokšany Library
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Prague’s National Museum sends mobile 3D digitization lab to Ukraine to protect cultural heritage

Prague’s National Museum is sending a mobile digitization lab to Ukraine to preserve war-threatened heritage by creating detailed 3D records of objects and monuments.
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Czech, US nationals among suspects charged in Pardubice terror arson case

Police have detained three people on terrorism charges in connection with the arson attack against an arms producer’s facility in Pardubice.
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Dozens detained in major match-fixing and corruption probe in Czech football

Dozens of people have been detained in a sweeping police operation targeting suspected corruption and betting-related fraud in Czech football.
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Lokšany Library: The oldest castle library in Bohemia

The Lokšany Library, founded in 1557, impresses visitors with its unique atmosphere, shaped by its harmonious colors and preserved Renaissance decoration.
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Czech coalition moves to scrap licence fees for some groups, sparking backlash, new guide encourages visitors to explore the country with respect, who owns Czech football?

Czech coalition moves to scrap licence fees for some groups, sparking backlash, new guide encourages visitors to explore the country with respect, who owns Czech football?
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Czech coalition moves to scrap licence fees for some groups, sparking backlash

Czech coalition MPs plan to scrap licence fees for some groups. Critics warn it could weaken funding and independence of public service media.
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How to travel responsibly in Czechia: new guide encourages visitors to explore the country with respect

With outdoor tourism rising, CzechTourism launched a guide promoting responsible travel. I spoke with director František Reismüller about why it was introduced now.
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Suspected attack on Czech arms firm sparks debate over security and state responsibility

A suspected attack on an arms company in Pardubice has triggered debate on security, as PM Andrej Babiš urges firms to better protect their facilities.
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Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present

Klánovice Forest, Prague’s largest woodland, hides stories of medieval robbers, vanished golf courses, and rare nature — a surprising escape near the city.
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Pardubice arms firm fire sparks debate over security, Českomoravská metro station reopens with bubble glass panels by Maxim Velčovský, Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present

Pardubice arms firm fire sparks debate over security, Českomoravská metro station reopens, Klánovice Forest: Prague’s largest woodland with a dark past and peaceful present
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Českomoravská metro station welcomes first passengers after major reconstruction

A major reconstruction of Českomoravská metro station, which lasted 18 months, has delivered new escalators, wider platforms and modern safety systems.
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Českomoravská metro station reopens with bubble glass panels by Maxim Velčovský

Prague’s Českomoravská metro station on line B has reopened after more than a year, featuring glass panels filled with bubbles designed by Maxim Velčovský.
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Hana Hegerová: An immortal voice that still resonates five years on

Known as the queen of chanson, Hana Hegerová captivated audiences with her deeply emotional interpretations and unmistakable voice even five years after her passing.
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80 years since the trial of K. H. Frank, one of the key figures of the Nazi occupation of Czechoslovakia

80 years ago, on March 22, 1946, the trial of Karl Hermann Frank began in Prague. A leading Nazi official in the Protectorate, he was responsible for Lidice’s destruction.
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Broadcast in English - 03/22/2026

Broadcast in English - 03/22/2026
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Large crowds gathered on Prague’s Letná for a protest organized by Million Moments for Democracy

Speakers sharply criticized the government of Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) and warned of democratic backsliding.
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From wartime love to life in Czechoslovakia: Joy Kadečková’s story of tragedy and hope

An Englishwoman, a Czech RAF pilot, and a promise that led her to communist Czechoslovakia. Hear Joy Kadečková’s story in Czechia in 30 Minutes.
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From RAF love story to life in communist Czechoslovakia: The remarkable journey of Joy Kadečková

An Englishwoman, a Czech RAF pilot, and a promise that shaped a lifetime. The story of Joy Kadečková spans war, loss, and decades in Czechoslovakia. On Czechast.
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