Tens of thousands are expected to join the Prague Pride Parade this Saturday, August 2, as the capital marks the 15th edition of its annual LGBTQ+ celebration. The march will cause major traffic disruptions throughout the city center from 12:00 to 15:30. The parade will begin at Wenceslas Square, proceed through Prague’s historic center, and conclude in Letná Park, where the celebrations will continue with a music festival until 10:00 p.m. Drivers and commuters should prepare for road closures and tram rerouting across central Prague. Čechův most will be completely closed from 13:00 to 15:00. Revoluční Street will see tram and vehicle restrictions from 12:15 to 15:15. Additional temporary closures will affect Na Příkopě, Dlouhá, and Pařížská as the parade moves through. City police and emergency services will be on site, and over 100 volunteers will help manage the event and guide participants. Route Details and Schedule The 3.5-kilometer parade will follow a route through some of Prague’s most recognizable locations: Na Příkopě Powder Gate Náměstí Republiky Revoluční Dlouhá Old Town Square Pařížská Čechův most Finishing at Letná Park The march is expected to finish around 16:00, followed by live music and community activities in the park until evening. The...
At the end of last year, the average monthly salary in the Czech Republic hovered just under 50,000 CZK—but for workers outside of major cities, that number can feel out of reach. New data from the Czech Statistical Office shows a sharp divide between regions. In Prague, the average gross monthly salary reached 59,870 CZK in the fourth quarter of 2023. In contrast, Karlovy Vary—the region with the lowest earnings—recorded just 42,284 CZK. That’s a difference of more than 17,000 CZK per month. The figures also show Central Bohemia following the capital with 49,442 CZK, while the South Moravian Region, which includes Brno, landed in third place with 48,807 CZK. “These gaps reflect long-term structural differences,” said Vít Hradil, an economist at Cyrrus. “Higher-paying jobs are concentrated in cities like Prague and Brno, where major companies are based and where more skilled labor is available.” In some regions, wages are growing—but from a lower starting point. Workers in the Pardubice Region saw the biggest year-on-year jump in Q4, with average salaries up 9% to 45,385 CZK. Prague followed with nearly 8% growth, mostly driven by increases in high-income positions. “There’s a clear pattern,” said Martin Krohn, analyst at Raiffeisenbank. “Professionals...
Toyota will begin manufacturing electric vehicles (EVs) in Europe for the first time at its Czech plant in Kolín from 2028, capable of producing approximately 100,000 units annually. By the end of the year, Toyota will launch three new electric SUVs, including the updated bZ4X, CH-R+, and Urban Cruiser. In 2026, three more EVs will follow. And that’s just Toyota brand models. Toyota’s luxury Lexus brand will introduce a few new electric vehicles of its own. Lexus is scheduled to launch three new electric vehicles over the next year, starting with the updated RZ SUV. The news follows a 17 million euro investment Toyota made in 2024 to upgrade the facility to boost its presence in Central Europe. Toyota will begin building electric vehicles at the facility as early as 2028, marking its first local EV production in Europe. The hub is expected to produce around 100,000 EVs a year once operational. In the first half of 2025, Toyota sold a record 591,115 vehicles in Europe, making it the second best-selling brand behind Volkswagen. Although sales of Toyota and Lexus brand EVs rose 42% in H1, the Japanese automaker is facing new competition, especially from China. Chinese car brands, led...
In the early hours following the Boskovice fair on Saturday (South Moravia), police on patrol made an unusual discovery — a naked man lying on the roof of a parked car in Hybešova Street. The man, a resident of Boskovice in the Blanensko district, had reportedly spent the previous evening heavily drinking during Saturday’s local fair. At some point in the night, instead of returning home, he climbed onto a car and fell asleep — completely unclothed. Police, who were out early conducting checks for underage drinkers, stumbled upon the man during their patrol. According to their report, he showed little interest in cooperating. A breath test later confirmed that the man had more than three per mille of alcohol in his body — a dangerously high level. Authorities helped him get dressed and are now investigating the incident as disorderly conduct. Meanwhile in South Moravia… Elsewhere in the Znojmo region, staff from the Podyjí National Park shared a peculiar moment of their own. While parked in the shade during a work outing, they returned to find a goat standing proudly on top of their vehicle. The park employees shared a photo on social media, where the goat can be...
A restaurant serving Uzbek cuisine in Prague 3 is under investigation after veterinary inspectors discovered nearly 300 kilograms of potentially dangerous meat, including a cow head with eyes, stored in unsanitary and illegal conditions. The business could face a fine of up to CZK 50 million for serious violations of food safety regulations. The inspection, carried out by the State Veterinary Administration (SVS), revealed over 130 kilograms of frozen meat kept in non-original packaging without proper labeling or proof of origin. Much of it showed signs of improper freezing, raising concerns about contamination. “It was packed in non-original containers without any markings or documents. Some of the meat had damaged packaging that could not prevent contamination. Several items showed signs of ‘freezer burn,’ indicating incorrect freezing procedures,” said SVS deputy spokesperson Petr Majer. In addition to the frozen stock, inspectors found over 160 kilograms of unrefrigerated meat, including lamb carcasses lacking health certification and beef cuts without any identification marks. One of the most shocking finds was a cow head with eyes still intact, which under Czech law must be classified as specified risk material due to the possibility of BSE (mad cow disease) contamination. “These products must be destroyed...
Czechia now has the strongest economy in Central Europe, performing better than Germany in several key areas, including debt, inflation, and wage growth. While public attention has often focused on disagreements over government reforms, the actual results are clear. The Czech economy is recovering well and moving ahead of its neighbors. New data from Eurostat shows that Czechia has the lowest public budget deficit in the region — just 2.2% of GDP. Germany comes next with 2.8%. At the same time, Czech public investment is at a record 4.7%, higher than Germany (2.9%) and just behind Poland (4.9%). This strong position is the result of the government’s decision not to overspend during the COVID and energy crises. Unlike Slovakia, Hungary, and Poland, which offered big subsidies and price caps, Czechia took a more careful path. While this was criticized at the time, it has led to better long-term results. Inflation and Debt Under Control Czechia also now has the lowest inflation and lowest public debt in the region. Inflation fell sharply in April due to several short-term reasons, but overall, prices are more stable here than in neighboring countries, where high government spending is still pushing inflation up. Real wages...
A foreign driver operating without a license or a visible taxi meter was fined CZK 10,000 and had his permit revoked after he picked up undercover inspectors posing as tourists at Václav Havel Airport. The incident, recorded on video and later published by city authorities, shows the man offering a ride in an unmarked vehicle, missing both a roof light and a taximeter. Under Czech law, such a setup is only legal if the ride is booked through an app — which, in this case, it wasn’t. The driver’s actions violated multiple transport regulations. After picking up the supposed tourists, he drove them to Vladislavova Street in central Prague. There, he was already being monitored by municipal police and officials from the city’s transport department. When questioned, the driver initially claimed he had charged CZK 500, but later admitted the fare was actually CZK 800. He failed to issue a receipt and confessed the trip was arranged by verbal agreement, a practice referred to locally as taking passengers “načerno” — essentially, under the table. In addition to lacking a registered vehicle and taximeter, the driver picked up passengers directly from the airport terminal, another breach of legal requirements for taxi...
Police in Prague 4 are looking for a man who violently assaulted a woman in the early hours of Monday, July 28. The incident occurred shortly after 4 a.m. as the victim, a 47-year-old woman, got off night bus 904 and walked toward Na Okruhu Street. According to Czech police, the attacker followed the woman for a short distance before grabbing her by the neck without saying a word, dragging her to the ground and snatching her handbag. The bag reportedly contained valuables worth around CZK 10,000. After the assault, the man fled the scene in an unknown direction. Investigators have obtained clear CCTV footage of the suspect. Since they have not yet been able to identify him, they are now appealing to the public for assistance. “He is approximately 30 years old, of slim build, and stands around 180 centimeters tall,” said police spokesperson Richard Hrdina. Police describe the man as wearing white Nike sneakers with orange soles at the heel, black three-quarter-length trousers with distinct side pockets, a white T-shirt, and a black cap with ‘NY’ written on it. “If anyone recognizes this man or has any information that could lead to his identification, please contact the police...
Yoga enthusiasts can look forward to a one-of-a-kind event in Prague as they prepare to roll out their mats against the picturesque backdrop of the Křižík Fountain at the Exhibition Grounds. After six editions, one of Prague’s most unusual public yoga events is coming to an end — at least in its current form. YOGAGANG will hold its final session inside the Křižík Fountain on August 8, 2025, before the venue closes for long-term renovation. The large open-air fountain at Výstaviště in Prague 7 has hosted this annual gathering of yoga enthusiasts since the beginning, combining movement, music, lights, and a sense of community. This year’s event will offer two separate sessions: one at sunset and one at night. Both will include a yoga class led by Klára (the event’s long-time instructor), welcome drinks, and a group photo inside the fountain. An afterparty is planned after the evening session. Organisers say this will be the last chance to practice yoga inside the fountain for at least the next few years. Timetable for 8.8.2025: Sunset Session: – 18:00: Arrival and drinks – 19:00: Yoga class inside the fountain – 20:00: Group photo Night Session: – 20:30: Drinks and gathering – 21:00:...
A shift in weather is bringing clouds, rain, and cooler air to much of the country, with conditions set to continue through the weekend. The Czech Hydrometeorological Institute (ČHMÚ) has forecast a noticeable drop in temperatures and a higher chance of rainfall and storms across the Czech Republic throughout the week. The chill continues into Monday and Tuesday, when daytime highs will remain below 22°C. Nighttime lows are expected between 12°C and 16°C. Scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms are likely, particularly in the eastern parts of the country. Midweek weather from Wednesday to Friday will bring cloudy to partly cloudy skies with occasional showers. Temperatures will gradually rise, with Friday’s highs expected to reach 25°C. The weekend forecast, from Friday through Sunday, indicates continued instability. Expect a mix of cloudy skies, occasional sunshine, and intermittent rainfall, including occasional thunderstorms. Daytime temperatures will fluctuate between 21°C and 26°C, with nighttime lows dropping to 10°C to 15°C. These changes come as part of a broader summer pattern affecting much of Central Europe, where high-pressure systems are retreating and allowing cooler, wetter air to move in from the northwest. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
From 2026, free menstrual products will be available in every girls’ toilet in primary and secondary schools across the Czech Republic. This decision follows the approval of a decree by Health Minister Vlastimil Válek (TOP 09), despite resistance from the Ministry of Education and some school founders. Deputy Health Minister Václav Pláteník (KDU-ČSL) announced the final version of the measure on social media last Friday, calling it “an inexpensive step toward greater security and comfort.” According to him, all girls’ toilets in schools will be stocked with pads starting in 2026, thanks to cooperation between the ministries, nonprofits, and student representatives. Over the past year, the conversation around menstrual poverty in Czechia has intensified, driven by activism from students, nonprofit organizations, and experts. The NGO Sola Pomáhá reports that as many as 89,000 girls in the country have had to use toilet paper when unexpectedly starting their period at school due to lack of access to sanitary products. Another charity, People in Need, estimates that menstrual poverty affects around 38,000 girls aged 12 to 18 in Czechia. Visualizza questo post su Instagram Un post condiviso da SOLA Pomáhá (@solapomaha) Despite this, local municipalities and school founders — responsible...
Thirty nations led by the United Kingdom have recently called on Israel to stop blocking humanitarian aid deliveries into the Gaza Strip. But one EU country is missing from that list: the Czech Republic. According to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Prague was not approached to join the declaration. Eduard Hulicius (KDU-ČSL), deputy minister at the ministry, explained that the Czech Republic already aligns with similar positions previously adopted by the European Council and European Commission Vice-President Kaja Kallas. These statements, he said, reflect a shared EU stance and express Czech support for humanitarian assistance and infrastructure restoration in Gaza. Still, for former foreign minister Tomáš Petříček, that explanation doesn’t go far enough. “This is a clear humanitarian signal. The Czech Republic could have – and should have – signed the declaration,” Petříček told Český rozhlas Plus. While he acknowledged that EU positions are binding for all member states, he argued that the situation in Gaza calls for stronger, more visible action. Petříček pointed to escalating violence in Gaza, including reports of strikes near humanitarian aid centers. “If these attacks were deliberate, it’s deeply disturbing,” he said. “But even without confirmation, the fact remains: people waiting for food are being...
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