TEDxPragueYouth 2026 will take place on April 13 at the Prague Planetarium, bringing together young speakers, activists, researchers, and creators to discuss the pressures facing today’s generation. Under the theme “What’s to become of us?”, this year’s event will focus on issues such as climate anxiety, social media pressure, constant comparison, and the challenge of finding direction in a rapidly changing world. Organizers say the goal is not to provide simple answers, but to create an open discussion about how young people can shape their future instead of simply reacting to the world around them. The event will feature six TEDx talks from speakers with different backgrounds: Veronika Gibi Podlasová, artist, chef and co-founder of The Bowls Tereza Dejmková, a Strategic Communication student and head of the educational platform Based Filip Trhlík, machine learning researcher at the University of Cambridge and co-founder of Verifee Jakub Nekvasil, founder of an educational climate project Marek Mach, Slovak activist and co-founder of Mladí, o.z. Jan Špaček, political scientist and satirical comedian According to the organizers, TEDxPragueYouth 2026 will focus on young people who are questioning traditional ideas of success, redefining expectations, and openly sharing their experiences. TEDxPrague was founded in 2009 as a...
For the first time in more than a decade, travelers from Prague will once again be able to reach Denmark by direct train. But the long-awaited return of the Prague-Copenhagen route will begin later than expected. The new international rail connection had originally been scheduled to launch in early May. Instead, full service will now begin on June 14, 2026, after construction delays on the key rail corridor between Berlin and Hamburg disrupted the original timetable. According to Czech Railways, the postponement is linked to ongoing repairs on the German railway network. The Berlin-Hamburg line, which is central to the Prague-Copenhagen route, will not be ready in time for the original launch date. Even so, the route will not remain entirely unavailable until June. Starting May 1, one train per day in each direction will operate between Prague and Copenhagen using a diversion route that avoids the section under reconstruction. Passengers should expect longer travel times during this temporary period. The detour will add roughly 90 minutes to two hours to the journey, and trains will also make an extended stop in Hamburg-Altona lasting several dozen minutes. Once the full service begins in mid-June, passengers will have access to two...
For the second year in a row, Turnov has been ranked as the best place to live in the Czech Republic, according to the Regional Prosperity Index by Česká spořitelna and Europe in Data. Luhačovice and Žamberk followed in second and third place. At the other end of the ranking were Horšovský Týn, Bílina, and Podbořany, which was also last in last year’s list. The study compared life in 205 municipalities and Prague using 49 indicators across seven areas, including housing, healthcare, education, leisure, and public services. Analysts said Turnov performed strongly across all categories, especially in leisure opportunities and sports facilities. The biggest improvement came from Nový Bor, which climbed 82 places to 92nd. Králíky rose 73 places to 35th, while Litoměřice moved from 162nd to 90th place. Prague also improved, moving from 23rd to ninth place, while Brno rose ten spots to 25th. According to Tomáš Odstrčil, an analyst at Europe in Data, the Czech Republic is very fragmented in terms of the level of individual regions, even though the republic as a whole has almost caught up with the European average. “We need to strengthen regional centers so that regional differences are reduced,” he said. He added...
At the end of April, Prague Philharmonia will bring two evenings of classical music to Prague’s Smetana Hall, featuring internationally acclaimed soloists Maxim Vengerov and Arsenii Moon. Led by Chief Conductor Emmanuel Villaume, the concerts will take place on April 26 and 27, 2026, at the city’s historic Municipal House. The first concert, titled “Carpe Diem – Seize the Moment. Stay in the Sound. Step Outside of Time,” will take place on April 26 and mark the return of Vengerov to Prague. Get your ticket here. Often regarded as one of the leading violinists of his generation, Vengerov has performed on some of the world’s biggest stages and won a Grammy Awards trophy during his career. In Prague, he will perform a program that moves from joyful orchestral music to more emotional and introspective works. The evening will open with Felix Mendelssohn’s Symphony No. 4 in A major, also known as the “Italian” Symphony, a lively and energetic piece inspired by the composer’s travels through Italy. Vengerov will then perform Alexey Shor’s Violin Concerto No. 6 “Carpe Diem”, a contemporary work combining lyrical melodies with subtle virtuosity. The concert will end with Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s Violin Concerto in D major,...
Austria has become the most popular foreign country among Czechs, overtaking Switzerland in the latest annual survey by the STEM research institute. Italy has also moved into the top tier of countries viewed most positively by the Czech public, joining Austria and Switzerland with an average score of 2 on a five-point scale. The findings point to a modest improvement in Czech attitudes toward much of Europe. France, Germany and Slovakia all saw their ratings improve compared with last year, while Poland, Denmark, the Netherlands and Norway also gained slightly in public sympathy. Austria received positive ratings from 71 percent of respondents, meaning they gave it a score of one or two. Italy and Poland followed closely behind, both with 68 percent. Slovakia, Norway, the Netherlands, Denmark, Canada, Sweden and Croatia were also viewed positively by between 61 and 67 percent of respondents. Britain received positive ratings from 57 percent of respondents, followed by Japan and Belgium at 56 percent, France at 55 percent and both Slovenia and Germany at 54 percent. Lithuania, Hungary and Taiwan remained in the middle of the rankings. Around 40 percent of respondents gave positive ratings to Lithuania and Hungary, while Taiwan was viewed favorably...
Prague has added nearly 150,000 residents in the past five years, yet apartment construction is far behind this pace. The capital’s living conditions, high salaries, and abundant career opportunities continue to attract newcomers, fueling an unprecedented demand for housing. Last year alone, Prague’s population grew by 9,204 people, according to the Czech Statistical Office (CZSO). Over the same five-year period, only 26,636 new apartments were completed. This means that for every newly built apartment, more than five new residents are competing for housing. The imbalance is creating a sharply worsening housing shortage. Migration is the main driver of this growth. In 2025, 57,432 people moved into Prague, while 47,046 left. Natural population changes due to births and deaths account for the remaining increase, resulting in a net gain of 9,204 residents for the year. Prague’s appeal is clear. It ranks among the wealthiest regions in the EU, with low crime rates, extensive public transport, accessible healthcare, and rich cultural and sports offerings. Its economic and social advantages are unlikely to diminish, ensuring that population growth will continue. Updated projections by the Institute for Planning and Development (IPR) estimate that Prague could gain another 300,000 residents by 2050. Even this “realistic...
From North Macedonia to Prague, tattoo artist Deni Shalamanov has engraved his place in the city’s evolving ink scene, where Yart Tattoo Space has been standing in Smíchov since 2020. For Deni, the journey to tattooing didn’t start with a machine, but from the captivation of lines and composition. “Since I was a child, I have been interested in tattooing. I was always fascinated by the strokes of a paintbrush and the linework of drawing,” Deni recalls. As he got older, he initially worked in a different field, immediately noticing the inborn creativity that never truly left him. Earlier years of drawing and painting influenced a recognizable style combining fine line, microrealism, and geometric elements, which came instinctively applied with patience and precision. “About six years ago, I ordered my first tattoo machine and started tattooing my closest friends, which quickly became a form of self-expression I fell in love with,” mentions Deni. Not long after, Deni opened his own tattoo studio in his hometown and worked there for several years until eventually relocating to Prague. As an artistically and culturally rich, awe-inspiring city, Prague is a creative’s playground. “I’ve already created several designs inspired by Prague, incorporating elements of...
The gardens surrounding Troja Castle are once again drawing visitors as spring arrives in Prague. Plum trees have started to bloom across the lower parterre, filling the Baroque grounds with shades of pink and purple. The garden is one of the most distinctive in the Czech capital, not only because of its spring display, but also because of its unusual design. The layout was inspired by the eight-pointed star in the coat of arms of the Šternberk family, the noble family linked to the castle’s history. The number eight appears repeatedly throughout the grounds, shaping both the paths and the planting scheme. The upper part of the garden is laid out with low boxwood hedges, flower beds and two original Baroque fountains. A ramp once used by horse-drawn carriages leads from this section to the lower garden. The lower garden is divided into eight triangular sections arranged in a square. Ornamental plum trees grow along the outer sections and are now covered in pink blossoms. At the centre stands the Neptune Fountain, built on the site of the original Baroque fountain. Visitors can also find a range of sculptures and decorative features throughout the grounds. Among them are a garden...
The Prodigy will return to Prague this autumn as part of its European tour, with a concert scheduled for November 23 at O2 Arena. The show will mark the band’s first-ever performance at the venue, which is expected to host one of the biggest electronic music events of the year. Known for its high-energy live performances, the British group is promising a redesigned stage production for the 2026 tour, combining heavy beats, large-scale visuals, and a setlist spanning more than three decades of music. The current touring lineup includes founding members Liam Howlett and Maxim, joined by longtime live musicians Rob Holliday and Leo Crabtree. The Prague stop is part of a wider European run that also includes shows in Oslo, Stockholm, Berlin, Vienna, Amsterdam, and Brussels. The tour follows a sold-out arena run in the UK and Ireland. Fans can also expect new material from the band later this year. Their most recent studio album, No Tourists, became the group’s seventh consecutive number-one album in the UK, continuing a streak that began with Music for the Jilted Generation in the 1990s. Tickets go on general sale on April 10 at 10 a.m. via Ticketmaster and Ticketportal. A Live Nation...
Slovak entrepreneurs are consolidating their lead as the top foreign owners of companies in the Czech Republic, while Russian ownership is shrinking rapidly. According to an analysis by consulting firm Dun & Bradstreet, the number of Czech companies owned by Slovaks rose by 725 this year, reaching a record 16,822. Ukrainian business owners rank second with 12,436 companies, marking a slight decline from last year. Russian ownership, meanwhile, has fallen by more than a third since 2021, dropping to 7,978 companies. “The Czech market remains attractive to foreign entrepreneurs, but the ownership landscape is changing. While Western and Eastern capital is losing ground, the Visegrad Four countries are gaining,” said Katerina Klosova, Chairperson of Dun & Bradstreet’s Czech branch. Slovakia’s consistent growth is driven by familiar language, a shared historical background, and closely linked markets. Many Slovaks studying in the Czech Republic eventually establish businesses locally, further reinforcing their presence. “Slovakia’s leadership in the Czech business sector has long been clear, and the trend continues to accelerate,” Klosova added. Hungarians and Poles have also shown strong growth. Hungarian-owned companies increased by 208 over the year, a 33% rise since 2021, while Slovaks grew by 17% and Poles by 9%. Geographic...
Prague’s long-awaited Petřín funicular is moving closer to reopening, with the new cable car cars already delivered to the Czech Republic and set to be installed later this month. The new cars, built in Olten, Switzerland for Prague’s public transport company, are currently being stored at a depot while reconstruction work on the line continues. Installation on Petřín Hill is expected to begin in the second half of April. If testing and approval processes stay on schedule, passengers could return to the route in September, according to Prague’s transport company, which shared the update on X. The historic funicular, which runs from Újezd through Nebozízek to the top of Petřín Hill, has been closed since September 2024 for a full reconstruction of the line and supporting infrastructure. The two new cars were produced by the Austrian-Swiss group Doppelmayr/Garaventa, based on a design by Czech studio Anna Marešová Designers. The contract was worth 137.7 million CZK. Before the new cars can be placed into service, workers still need to install the traction cable and connect both cars to the system. Once that is complete, the remaining technology required for operation will be assembled. Test runs without passengers are scheduled for May...
The price of diesel fuel in the Czech Republic has reached its highest level in four years, APA reports. The average price of one liter of diesel fuel at petrol stations in the country is 48.39 crowns (just under €2). The price of gasoline has also reached its highest level in 3.5 years. A liter of Natural 95 petrol sells for an average of 41.63 crowns (approximately €1.7). The government announced late last week that it would cap fuel distributors’ margins and cut excise duty on diesel starting Wednesday. Retail margins for both petrol and diesel will be limited to a maximum of 2.50 crowns per litre. Excise duty on diesel will be reduced by 2.35 crowns per litre, from the current 9.95 crowns. The tax on petrol will remain unchanged at 12.84 crowns per litre. Following reports that Egypt, Pakistan and Turkey have drafted a proposal that calls for a 45-day ceasefire and the reopening of the strait, oil prices dipped slightly Monday despite Israel’s attack on Iran’s South Pars natural gas field and Iran’s retaliation with missile fire on Israel and other Persian Gulf countries. President Donald Trump has given Iran a deadline of 8 p.m. EDT on...
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