New rules affecting Ukrainian men seeking temporary protection in the Czech Republic will take effect on August 5, 2026. Under the changes, men aged 23 to 60 applying for temporary protection will have to demonstrate that they are exempt from military service in Ukraine. The requirement will apply to new applications and certain other applications for protection, but not to people who already hold valid temporary protection. The Czech Interior Ministry says the new rules follow an EU Council decision published in the Official Journal of the European Union on August 4. The decision also extends temporary protection for people fleeing Russia’s war in Ukraine until March 31, 2028. For applicants aged 23 to 60, military registration documents will be checked as part of the application process. Applicants will use Ukraine’s Reserv+ system to demonstrate their military status, with the electronic military registration document showing whether they are exempt from military service. The rules are different for younger applicants. People aged 18 to 22 will only need to demonstrate that they are registered in the Reserv+ system. The new requirement concerns people applying for temporary protection for the first time, as well as repeat applications and applications connected with family...
Filming for the American series Birdwatcher will take place at the Prague 7 tax office on Kapitána Jaroše Embankment from August 8 to 24, bringing temporary restrictions to the area. The production will use the tax office building at Kapitána Jaroše Embankment 1000/7, while part of the sidewalk outside the building will be closed to accommodate filming equipment. The restrictions will not affect the normal operation of the tax office. Drivers should also expect temporary parking restrictions on nearby Na Ovčinách Street. Vehicles will still be allowed to pass through the street, but parking will be prohibited during the designated filming periods. The restrictions will not be in force continuously throughout the filming period. They will apply only on specific dates, with Prague 7 publishing a map showing the affected areas and individual dates on its website. Prague has become a major filming location Birdwatcher is an American spy fantasy series set during the Cold War. The production is being led by Legendary and Apple TV, with Andy Goddard directing. Wyatt Russell plays the lead role. The story follows Colonel Lee Shaw as he embarks on a covert mission behind enemy lines to prevent the Soviet Union from unleashing a...
Summer is already moving on, and Prague’s rooftop season won’t last much longer. August is the time to make the most of the city’s terraces, sunset views and outdoor events before they disappear for another year. Here are seven rooftops and terraces worth visiting before autumn arrives. 1. REASON at Masaryčka Eleven floors above Masaryk Station, REASON offers one of Prague’s newest rooftop dining spots, with views over the city and the Zaha Hadid-designed Masaryčka development. This summer, its terrace is also home to the seasonal Frerejean Frères Champagne Bar, serving champagne by the glass, cocktails, oysters and light bites. The menu includes THE REASON KIR, made with herbs grown on the rooftop. This summer: Champagne, oysters and cocktails above Masaryčka. 2. W Prague – ABOVE Rooftop ABOVE Rooftop at W Prague brings a Mediterranean feel to the top of Wenceslas Square. The daily Mediterranean Hour runs from 5 to 6 PM, with two spritzes and a Taste of the Mediterranean platter for CZK 990. Oysters are also served from Thursday to Saturday, alongside a programme of summer events and pop-ups. This summer: Mediterranean Hour, sunset drinks and oysters in the centre. 3. MINUTY Rooftop Terrace The rooftop at Fairmont...
Czech kettlebell training brand Železná Koule has opened its largest location yet at Danube House in Prague’s Karlín district. The new 600-square-metre gym expands the brand’s presence in Prague and comes ahead of the next edition of its flagship Amazing 12 fitness programme. Železná Koule has built a community around kettlebell training and coached workouts rather than the traditional self-service gym model. The company says more than 20,000 people have trained through its programmes since its launch. At its Karlín location, members train under the guidance of coaches in small groups. The approach is designed to provide more personal instruction and a structured training environment, rather than simply giving members access to gym equipment. The new location is also the latest venue for the company’s Amazing 12 programme, a 12-week fitness and body transformation course that combines regular training with nutrition guidance and ongoing support. What is the Amazing 12 programme? The programme is aimed at both people who are new to structured strength training and more experienced gym-goers looking for a more organised approach to their workouts. Although the programme itself lasts 12 weeks, participants first complete a preparation week, making 13 weeks in total. During the programme, they...
A new private bus service could soon connect Prague’s main railway station directly with Václav Havel Airport, offering passengers another option for getting between the city center and the airport. Transport company Dinarica is planning to launch the service at the end of October. The route would run between the main railway station and the airport, providing a direct alternative to the Airport Express operated by České dráhy. The company says it wants to address one of the main practical problems passengers face when travelling by bus to the airport — luggage storage. Dinarica plans to use Setra and MAN buses equipped with air conditioning, seat belts and more spacious seating. Each vehicle will accommodate between 70 and 90 passengers. The planned service would operate from morning until evening, with buses running approximately every two hours. A one-way ticket is expected to cost around CZK 125, making the service considerably cheaper than the Airport Express. Its fare is set to rise to CZK 200 following the latest price increase. Prague’s public transport system already offers cheaper ways to reach the airport. Trolleybus 59 and bus 100 connect Václav Havel Airport with the Prague public transport network, but neither provides a...
A large number of Czech households may be paying more for electricity than necessary because they are using a distribution tariff that does not match their actual consumption. A new analysis estimates that switching to a more suitable tariff could save households more than CZK 1.3 billion a year in total. The analysis was conducted by energy company bezDodavatele. The company examined electricity consumption at 1,132 household consumption points using the two most common household distribution tariffs, D01d and D02d. According to data from the Energy Regulatory Office (ERÚ), D01d and D02d are used by around 65 percent of the approximately 6.5 million household consumption points in the Czech Republic. The analysis found that changing the distribution tariff could reduce electricity costs for more than half of the households examined. Many households never reconsider their tariff One reason is that households often keep the same tariff for years without checking whether it still suits their electricity consumption. A tariff that made sense when a household first connected to the electricity grid may no longer be the cheapest option after its consumption patterns have changed. Many consumers, however, do not regularly review the distribution tariff listed on their electricity bill. According...
Taiwanese carrier STARLUX Airlines has launched its first European route, connecting Taipei with Prague. The airline’s first flight arrived at Václav Havel Airport Prague on Saturday morning after a journey of more than 14 hours. The service is initially being operated with an Airbus A350-900. STARLUX plans to operate the Prague-Taipei route three times a week at first, with a fourth weekly service scheduled to be added from October. For passengers traveling beyond Taiwan, the route also offers connections through Taipei to more than 25 destinations across Asia. These include cities in Japan and South Korea, as well as destinations in Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Macau, according to Simon Liu, STARLUX Airlines’ director of strategy. The new route makes Prague the airline’s first European destination. STARLUX launched operations only in 2020, two years after the company was founded, but has since positioned itself as a premium international carrier. Skytrax has awarded the airline a five-star rating. A first-class cabin aimed at luxury travelers STARLUX is introducing its Prague route with all four of its travel classes: Economy, Premium Economy, Business and First Class. The First Class cabin has just four seats and comes with a price to match its...
For many people, years of struggling with concentration, memory, or organisation are dismissed as personality traits or everyday stress. It is often only when life becomes more demanding that they begin to wonder whether something else is going on. That is where Helena Reina Calzado comes in. A clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist based in Prague, Helena works with English- and Spanish-speaking patients, providing neuropsychological assessment and cognitive intervention for children, adolescents, and adults experiencing difficulties with attention, memory, executive functioning, and other cognitive abilities. “Neuropsychology studies the relationship between the brain and behaviour,” Helena explains. “We look at how someone thinks, processes information, pays attention, and solves problems, and then use that understanding to guide assessment and treatment.” Neuropsychological assessment focuses on cognitive functioning. The process typically begins with a detailed clinical interview, followed by standardised tests tailored to the person’s specific concerns. When appropriate, neuropsychological intervention aims to improve everyday cognitive functioning and help patients adapt to daily challenges. One of the most common reasons people seek her help is a long history of unexplained difficulties that have never been fully understood. “I often see adults who have spent years developing strategies to cope with attention or learning difficulties...
Prague has become home to the first Martini Terrazza in Central Europe, with the Italian drinks brand opening a new rooftop venue at the Máj Národní department store. The summer terrace is located on the Fly Vista rooftop, offering cocktails, food and views across the Prague skyline. The concept is designed around the Italian aperitivo tradition and is intended as a seasonal meeting place during the summer months. Martini Terrazza venues have previously appeared in other European cities and holiday destinations. The Prague location brings the same format to the Czech capital, combining the brand’s drinks with music, themed evenings and social events. The drinks menu includes several Martini-based cocktails, including Martini Bianco Spritz, Martini Fiero & Tonic and the Americano. Visitors can also order non-alcoholic Martini Spritz options, alongside a selection of food designed to accompany the drinks. The terrace is scheduled to remain open throughout the summer season. Martini has been associated with the Italian aperitivo tradition for more than 160 years. In the Czech Republic, the brand is distributed by Coca-Cola HBC Czech Republic and Slovakia. “Prague has become the home of the first Martini Terrazza in Central Europe,” said Kateřina Valoušková, Martini Brand Manager at Coca-Cola...
Dutch DJ and producer Tiësto is returning to Prague on August 23, with a performance scheduled at DupleX Prague. One of the most recognizable names in electronic music, Tiësto has been a major figure in the international dance scene for more than two decades. His Prague appearance will bring him back to the city for another night at the popular rooftop club in the centre of Prague. The event is expected to feature a mix of Tiësto’s well-known tracks and newer material, alongside the production and atmosphere that have become a regular part of his live shows. Tiësto, whose real name is Tijs Verwest, began his career in the Dutch club scene before becoming internationally known through his work in trance music. Over the years, his sound has developed considerably, moving towards house, EDM and more mainstream dance music. He has since performed at some of the world’s largest festivals and venues and worked with a wide range of artists. His music has also reached audiences well beyond the traditional electronic music scene, helping establish him as one of the genre’s most commercially successful artists. Tickets are on sale through the official DupleX website. New album Tiësto is working on...
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš called for temporarily excluding Spain from Schengen due to the migration crisis in Ceuta, where about 49,000 migrants entered uncontrollably from Morocco. Italy has already suspended Schengen rules in connection with Spain. Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš called for closing the Schengen zone to Spain after a sharp escalation of the migration crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta. According to Babiš, the situation in Ceuta is “absolutely scandalous,” and the cause of the crisis was the overly lenient migration policy of the Spanish authorities. According to the publication, since Thursday, about 49,000 migrants have entered Ceuta uncontrollably from the territory of Morocco. At least 19 people have died trying to cross the maritime border. Foreign Minister Petr Macinka (Motorists) described the situation as a serious challenge for the entire Schengen Area but stopped short of calling for Spain’s exclusion, saying he wanted to hear Madrid’s position before drawing conclusions. What is the Schengen Agreement? The Schengen Area allows people to travel between 29 European countries without routine passport checks at internal borders. While border controls are normally abolished, member states can temporarily reinstate them if they believe there is a serious threat to public...
As another spell of extreme summer heat approaches the Czech Republic, Prague has published an online map showing where residents can cool down, find drinking water or spend time near water. Temperatures in the capital could reach 38°C, with the hottest conditions expected toward the end of the week. This map is designed to help people find relief across the city and includes public drinking fountains, misting systems, fountains, wells and locations suitable for swimming or relaxing beside the water. The project was prepared by the City of Prague in cooperation with the Prague Institute of Planning and Development (IPR Prague) and the municipal technology company Operátor ICT. The initiative is part of the city’s broader efforts to prepare for more frequent periods of extreme heat. Prague says it is increasingly focusing on measures that can reduce the effects of rising temperatures over the longer term, rather than relying only on temporary interventions. More trees, water and shade planned Prague is also looking to incorporate more greenery and water into public spaces as part of new development projects. The city is supporting measures including new fountains and other water features, green roofs, rainwater collection tanks, climbing plants, permeable surfaces and...
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