The Chamber of Deputies will hold an extraordinary session on Thursday, November 27, to discuss the conflict of interest involving ANO movement leader Andrej Babiš. The session was requested by the outgoing government coalition—KDU-ČSL, ODS, STAN, and TOP 09—as well as the opposition Pirate Party. The parliamentary opposition insists that Babiš should publicly clarify how he intends to address the conflict of interest stemming from his ownership of the Agrofert holding before he can take office. Czech President Petr Pavel has also called for transparency, stating that he will not appoint Babiš as prime minister without a clear explanation. Babiš has described the matter as sensitive and pledged to disclose his proposed actions immediately prior to his potential appointment. Tomio Okamura, chairman of the Chamber of Deputies and leader of the SPD movement, announced the session to journalists but made it clear that his party will not support the agenda. Okamura considers convening the meeting unnecessary, arguing that Babiš’s conflict of interest has already been extensively discussed. He also noted that as an ordinary member of parliament, Babiš is not currently bound by the same legal requirements, and will have 30 days to resolve the matter once appointed prime minister....
The Czech Republic has a grand spa culture, known for its beautiful nature, clean air and mineral water. But having a spa weekend doesn’t necessarily mean you need to travel to one of the famous spa towns like Karlovy Vary. Your ticket to unwinding may be just a few steps away, with many of our picks in Prague. W Hotel – AWAY Spa, Prague AWAY Spa at the W Hotel provides the ultimate cozy experience in the heart of Prague. Designed for modern travelers seeking balance, it offers treatments like the RESET massage for deep release and the REWIND facial for instant radiance. Each experience is crafted to restore body and mind, embracing the autumn season. Let yourself be pampered away from the cold, whether just with a day pass or with one of their many body peelings, massages and facials. https://awayspa.wprague.com/ The Emblem Hotel – M Spa, Prague M Spa is a rooftop sanctuary where French skincare meets Prague’s skyline. Indulge in Pure Altitude and Codage Paris treatments, from revitalizing facials to full-body treatments, all designed to restore balance and glow. With its private jacuzzi overlooking the city and serene relaxation lounge, M Spa offers an intimate escape...
Nearly 50 years after trams last passed the upper section of Wenceslas Square, Prague is preparing to bring them back. The city’s transport planning authority, Ropid, has outlined how the tram network will operate once the new line connecting the square with Vinohrady opens in the summer of 2027. The new tracks will restore a long-absent link between the city centre and neighbourhoods such as Vršovice, Francouzská Street, and lower Vinohradská Street. One of the biggest changes concerns access to Bělehradská Street, which will become easier from Náměstí Republiky thanks to direct connections via the Muzeum stop. Travel from the National Theatre to Vinohrady will also be faster than today. Ropid says four lines — 6, 14, 29, and later 13 once the new line to Malešice is completed — will use the route through the top of the square. The new arrangement is expected to ease pressure on nearby corridors, especially Ječná Street, which has long required a full reconstruction. The return of tram service will allow that overhaul to move ahead and give the entire area between Karlovo náměstí and I. P. Pavlova a chance to be redesigned for people rather than heavy traffic. The last trams disappeared...
Deep Purple will bring their long-running world tour to Prague in the autumn of 2026, confirming a concert at the O2 arena on October 7, 2026. The evening will begin with a performance by Jayler, who will appear as the night’s special guest. Tickets start at CZK 1,200, with sales handled through Ticketmaster and Ticketportal. Early access for members of the Live Nation Club and O2 customers opens at 11:00 a.m., before general sale begins. Since forming in 1968, Deep Purple have remained one of rock’s most enduring live acts, performing worldwide and releasing studio albums that continue to reach the top of European charts. Although the group went through several stylistic phases, their most influential era remains the early 1970s, when the lineup featuring Ian Gillan, Roger Glover, Ian Paice, Jon Lord and Ritchie Blackmore recorded albums that shaped the sound of hard rock. The live recording “Made in Japan” from this period is widely viewed as a milestone, with musicians across genres citing it as a reference point. Deep Purple’s current chapter continues with guitarist Simon McBride, who joined after Steve Morse stepped away from the group in 2022 for personal reasons. McBride’s arrival gave the band a...
Prague’s historic Rudolfinum will host a magical Christmas concert on 8 December 2025, offering a festive evening of classical music in the Suk Hall. International ensemble Duo Atlantis, fresh from their acclaimed Carnegie Hall debut, will perform alongside mezzo-soprano Rachel Youngberg Payne and pianist Jack Tyndale-Biscoe, delivering a program that blends timeless European masterpieces with a modern touch. Audiences can expect beloved works by Brahms, Elgar, Barber, Vaughan Williams, and Bach/Gounod, creating a warm, reflective atmosphere perfect for the holiday season. The concert will also feature the Prague premiere of “Dragon’s Blood”, a new song cycle by Emmy and BAFTA Award–winning composer Bear McCreary, with lyrics by JD Payne, offering a rare chance to experience a contemporary classical work in one of Europe’s most cherished concert halls. Set against the enchanting winter backdrop of Prague, this performance promises soaring vocals, timeless melodies, and a joyful celebration of togetherness, making it a holiday experience not to be missed. Tickets are available via the Rudolfinum Box Office. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
Ukrainian flags have appeared around the residence of Tomio Okamura, Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies and leader of the SPD party, in Břevnov, Prague. Unknown individuals also spray-painted Ukrainian flags on the sidewalk, street lamps, and other public surfaces in the neighborhood. The incident occurred on Monday, November 17, with multiple flags attached to the fence of Okamura’s house on Nad Tejnkou Street. Spray-painted symbols in blue and yellow were reported on nearby street lamps, steps, and even a trash can. Police are investigating the incident. “We received a report about Ukrainian flags being hung on a fence. Additionally, someone spray-painted them on sidewalks, street lamps, and other objects in the area. We will document the situation and assess whether any damage occurred,” police spokesman Jan Daněk. Okamura attributed the act to pro-Ukrainian activists marking the Czech national holiday of November 17. He stressed that he is not pursuing the matter legally, as the spray-painting occurred in public spaces rather than on his private property. The group behind the action, Velvet Memories, claimed responsibility for hanging the flags. This incident comes shortly after Okamura removed the Ukrainian flag from the Chamber of Deputies building following his election as Speaker....
The Bohemian Burlesque Festival is back for its ninth edition, bringing four nights of stage magic and a lively daytime market to Ostrava, Brno, and Prague. It remains the largest burlesque event in Czechia, gathering 85 performers from 16 countries for a series of shows packed with humour, elegance, and creativity. This year carries a distinct Italian energy, with a record 21 performers from Italy adding Mediterranean warmth to the programme. Artists from Finland, Lithuania, and Estonia round out a strong northern lineup, reflecting how dynamic the European burlesque scene has become. Czech performers also take centre stage, joined by guests from across the world. Two international headliners lead this year’s festival. From New York arrives Gin Minsky, known for her 1920s-inspired stage presence, tap-dancing brilliance, and rare talent for sword swallowing. Europe is represented by Anja Pavlova of Berlin, a celebrated performer and costume creator recognised for her detailed acts and refined stagecraft. Each night has a different lineup and a relaxed, playful host. The festival also keeps its traditions, including a small raffle and the Best Dressed Audience pick, which always gets people dressing up. Alongside the main shows, this edition features the Bohemian Market in Prague —...
The European Commission is weighing a new tax on foods high in fat, sugar and salt, aiming to curb the EU’s rising burden of cardiovascular and metabolic illnesses. The plan, described in internal material reviewed by DPA and reported by TASR, outlines a bloc-wide levy that would apply to heavily processed products. The concept, still under discussion, is expected to surface formally in mid-December. Officials behind the draft argue that a modest, uniform surcharge across member states could shift eating habits without placing an excessive burden on households. The tax would also encourage food manufacturers to reformulate products toward healthier standards. Underlying the proposal is a long-standing concern: cardiovascular disease remains the EU’s deadliest health problem, responsible for more than 1.7 million deaths each year. The economic cost is estimated above €280 billion annually, a figure Brussels considers unsustainable. The document ties frequent consumption of processed foods to higher risks of obesity, diabetes and other metabolic disorders. In addition to the food-related levy, the Commission plans to update tobacco control rules by 2027 and introduce a shared European rating system for processed food. If approved, the tax would form part of a wider strategy to reduce cardiovascular mortality by 20...
The Czech Republic is moving ahead with a $19 billion project to expand its nuclear energy capacity. Two new reactors will be built at the Dukovany plant, more than doubling the country’s nuclear output and reducing dependence on coal and gas. South Korea’s KHNP won the contract over France’s EDF. The reactors, each producing over 1,000 megawatts, are expected to begin operating in the second half of the 2030s. The deal also allows for future expansion at the Temelín plant, which currently has two 1,000-megawatt reactors, and includes plans for small modular reactors. Nuclear power currently supplies about 40% of the country’s electricity, with projections of 50–60% by 2050. Officials say the expansion will ensure stable, low-emission electricity for households, data centers, and electric vehicles. Fuel supply contracts with Westinghouse and Framatome remove reliance on Russia. While the plan has public support, environmental groups criticize its high cost and lack of permanent nuclear waste storage, and Austria continues to oppose Czech reactor projects. The Czech project is part of a wider European nuclear revival. Countries including France, Hungary, Slovakia, and Poland are investing in new reactors, while Belgium and Sweden have canceled plans to phase out nuclear power. The EU...
Meteorologists warn that the first broader wave of snowfall of the season will reach Czechia at the start of the week. According to the Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (ČHMÚ), a cold front moving across the country will push Monday’s rain into snow in several regions, including parts of Prague and higher mountain ranges. ČHMÚ stated on its X channel that the shift from rain to snow is expected early Monday, mainly in areas above 300 meters. In the northern mountains, especially above 1,000 meters, the snowfall could pile up to around ten centimetres. Prague should also see snowfall. Forecasters expect Monday to begin with cloud cover and rain across the capital. In districts situated at higher elevations, the rain may mix with snow during more intense bursts of precipitation. Meteorologists anticipate a brief pause in rainfall during the day before more showers return from the northwest in the late afternoon and evening — again with the possibility of snow in higher-lying neighbourhoods. From Tuesday through Thursday, the weather is set to calm. Sunny or partly sunny skies should dominate, and rainfall will be unusual during this period. Clear nights, however, will bring frost, with morning temperatures dropping to 0 to –5°C....
Large public events planned for Monday, November 17, will reshape traffic flows across central Prague, with closures affecting both cars and public transport throughout the day. The most extensive limits will be around Národní třída, where preparations for the annual Korzo Národní programme began on Sunday evening. The entire stretch between the National Theatre and Jungmannovo náměstí will close to road traffic early Monday. Tram operations through the corridor will stop for the day. Several tram lines will be rerouted, including lines 2, 9, 18, 22, 23 and 42, which will divert through Jiráskovo náměstí. Line 23 will terminate at Plzeňka, while line 9 will use the Myslíkova route from Lazarská. Line 18 will run via Výtoň, and lines 22 and 42 will move through Moráň before rejoining regular service. Full access to Národní Street will return shortly after midnight between Monday and Tuesday. Celebrations will also transform Wenceslas Square, where the Concert for the Future 2025 will take over the lower section between Jindřišská, Vodičkova, 28. října and Na Příkopě streets. Parking bans come into effect early Sunday morning at 6 a.m. and apply to the entire right side of the lower square. Supply vehicles will be allowed limited...
On Nov. 17, 1989, student protesters filled the streets of Prague. It was eight days after the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the same tide of freedom that had swept Berlin seemed to have come to the Czech capital. Police tried to beat back the demonstrators, hoping to tamp down the demand for freedom, but the people seemed to have grown immune to the brutality of the regime; the show of force only galvanized the resistance. The students were joined in the coming days by Czechoslovak citizens of all ages. By Nov. 20, a half-million Czechs and Slovaks filled Prague’s streets and took over Wenceslas Square. The Communists were forced out. By the end of 1989, Czechoslovakia was on its way to having an elected President for the first time since 1948. The events of those world-changing days would come to be known as the Velvet Revolution. But, while the Velvet Revolution was over relatively quickly, it had been decades in the making. The Failed “Prague Spring” In January of 1968, the USSR gave the leadership of Czechoslovakia to someone new: Alexander Dubček. Dubček had fought against German forces during WWII, joining the communist party in his country after...
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