A routine charter flight to Prague ended in tragedy on Tuesday evening when a female passenger died shortly after the aircraft landed at Václav Havel Airport. The incident occurred on a Smartwings flight arriving from Boa Vista, one of Cape Verde’s main tourist islands. The plane touched down shortly before 10 p.m. local time after a flight lasting more than six hours. Disembarkation had not yet begun when the woman collapsed onboard. According to the Czech Foreigners’ Police, preliminary findings suggest the woman died from natural causes. Authorities said there was no indication of a technical malfunction, turbulence-related injury, or other flight-related incident. Her exact age has not been officially confirmed. Emergency responders and airport medical staff were called to the aircraft immediately after the situation was reported. Despite attempts to provide assistance, the woman could not be revived. The death occurred before she was transferred to ground services assisting passengers with reduced mobility. Other passengers remained onboard during the intervention. Airport operations were not disrupted beyond a brief delay related to the aircraft’s handling on the apron. Smartwings later confirmed the incident and expressed condolences to the woman’s family. The airline stated that its crew followed standard emergency procedures...
The Million Moments for Democracy association is organizing a public demonstration in support of President Petr Pavel this Sunday at Old Town Square in Prague. The event will start at 3 p.m. and is expected to continue in other cities if the square becomes overcrowded. Mikuláš Minář, founder and chairman of Million Moments, criticized Foreign Minister Petr Macinka for what he calls a clear attempt to pressure the president. “Mr. Macinka’s blatant blackmail of the president is completely unacceptable. Our national security is not a toy for him or anyone in the current government,” Minář said on Tuesday. He was reacting to messages Macinka sent to the president’s advisor Petr Kolář, which President Pavel later published. Pavel considers these messages an act of blackmail. The organizers stressed that the protest is about more than one person. “If this passes silently today, there will be no borders tomorrow. It’s about a dangerous precedent: whether anyone can use personal pressure to force political decisions that affect the security of the Czech Republic,” the association said on social media. During the rally, the association plans to present its demands and outline further steps. If Old Town Square cannot accommodate the crowd, Million Moments...
The private residence of Tomio Okamura, Speaker of the lower house of the Czech Parliament, was marked on Google Maps as “Organization for the Support of Ukraine.” This occurred after his statements regarding Ukraine and a pro-Ukrainian demonstration. Users have noticed that the private house of the Speaker of the lower house of the Czech Parliament, Tomio Okamura, located in the Břevnov district of Prague, is listed on Google Maps as “Organization for the Support of Ukraine”. The publication notes that the label appeared after Okamura called the pro-Ukrainian action on Charles Bridge, timed to coincide with Ukraine’s Flag Day, a provocation. Activists unfurled a 30-meter yellow-and-blue banner on the bridge. This is not the first time Okamura’s house has become a “target” for activists. After the speaker removed the Ukrainian flag from the Czech parliament building, yellow and blue flags were hung on the fence of his residence. Tomio Okamura, who heads the far-right party “Freedom and Direct Democracy”/SPD, is known for his criticism of Kyiv. His New Year’s address, in which he spoke out against aid to Ukraine and pointed to “Zelenskyy’s junta,” caused a great resonance and protests. In the Czech Republic, opposition deputies want to initiate...
The traditional Žižkov Carnival is entering its 31st year. This popular neighborhood celebration will take place on Saturday, February 7, 2026, and will once again offer a colorful carnival parade, a rich accompanying program for children and adults, theater, music, crafts, and authentic carnival delicacies. There will also be an original selection of beverages and the opportunity to join in the fun in costume. The carnival parade of masked participants will begin at 4 p.m. on Jiřího z Poděbrad Square. Participants will begin lining up at 3 p.m., accompanied by the Lovesong Orchestra. The parade will then proceed via Lucemburská, Bořivojova, Ondříčkova, Lupáčova, Havlíčkovo náměstí, Štítného and Husinecká streets to Radost Park. At approximately 4:45 p.m., the traditional handover of the key to Žižkov and the symbolic takeover of the district will take place at the Prague 3 City Hall. The parade will arrive at its destination in Radost Park about ten minutes before 5 p.m. “Carnival celebrations were not organized under communism, and Prague 3 was the first or second district in Prague where the tradition was revived in the 1990s. Today, Carnival is an integral part of Žižkov. It is a celebration of good cheer and neighborly gatherings,...
A Ukrainian flag displayed on the Charles Bridge over the weekend has drawn sharp criticism from Czech politician Tomio Okamura, who called the event a “provocation against the Czech people”. The Ukrainian Embassy in Prague organized the display to mark Ukraine’s Unity Day. A multi-meter flag was unfurled on the historic bridge, with over a hundred attendees singing both Ukrainian and Czech national anthems, observing a moment of silence for war casualties, and carrying the massive banner across the structure. Participants also chanted slogans in support of a free Ukraine and against Russia’s war. Ukrainian Ambassador Vasyl Zvarych addressed the crowd, thanking Czechs for their support. He highlighted recent fundraising efforts, which raised millions of crowns for generators to help communities affected by attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. Okamura, leader of the Socialist Party (SPD) and Speaker of the Chamber of Deputies, posted on social media that such public displays on historic Czech landmarks are unnecessary provocations. He argued that the event challenges Czech citizens who are critical of the influx of Ukrainian migrants and emphasized that respect for local symbols must be unconditional. He also mentioned speaking with Foreign Minister Petr Macinka about potentially preventing similar gatherings on historic...
Tram services in Prague’s Letná district were disrupted on Monday morning after a heavily intoxicated driver in a BMW drove into the path of an oncoming tram on Milady Horákové Street. The crash happened at the intersection with Kamenická Street shortly after morning traffic began to build. According to police, the driver attempted to park his car, reversed without control and ended up directly beneath the tram as it approached the junction. A breathalyzer test carried out at the scene showed an alcohol level close to four per mille. Officers found the man slumped over the steering wheel, barely conscious. He had apparently fallen asleep while still seated behind the wheel. The tram driver documented the situation with photos and video before alerting the police. Tram traffic on the busy route was temporarily blocked while officers handled the incident and removed the vehicle. “No one was injured,” police spokesman Jan Daněk said, adding that the case is being treated as a suspected criminal offense involving endangerment under the influence of an addictive substance. Milady Horákové Street is one of the main transport corridors connecting Letná with the city centre, and even short disruptions can affect multiple tram lines during...
Prague Airport handled 17.75 million passengers in 2025, an 8.5 percent increase from the previous year. The growth rate was nearly double the European average, making the airport one of the fastest-growing in the region. Passenger numbers almost matched the pre-pandemic record set in 2019. Despite fewer takeoffs and landings, planes flew fuller than ever. The airport reported 140,545 movements, seven percent fewer than in 2019, but carrying almost the same number of passengers. “With nearly 17.8 million checked-in travelers, we practically matched our operating record,” said Jiří Pos, head of Prague Airport. He noted that carriers faced delays in aircraft deliveries and geopolitical uncertainty, yet Prague continued to grow faster than most European airports. Higher aircraft occupancy helped achieve this growth while also reducing environmental impact. New Destinations Expand Prague’s Reach The airport added 19 new destinations in 2025 and increased capacity on dozens of existing routes. Long-haul connections expanded Prague’s options, including new flights to Abu Dhabi, a seasonal service to Toronto, and a resumed connection to Sharjah. More than 70 existing lines also saw increased frequency, offering the widest network of destinations since the pandemic. London remained the most popular destination, with over 1.3 million passengers. Paris,...
Masopust, a centuries-old Czech carnival, marks the final celebration before the Lenten season. The word itself, meaning “abandonment of meat,” signals the start of Lent, but the festival is about much more than fasting. It celebrates the arrival of spring, human and animal fertility, joy, and community spirit. While Masopust runs for several weeks, the main festivities take place during the last three days. Key dates for 2026 are: Fat Thursday: February 12 Shrove Sunday: February 15 Shrove Monday: February 16 Shrove Tuesday: February 17 Ash Wednesday: February 18 Major Masopust Events in Prague Mardi Gras Celebrations at Little Quarter – 14. 2. 2026 from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m., beginning in Loretanska street, at Black Ox Inn pub The traditional masopust celebrations at the Little Quarter begin at Loretanske square and finish at Kampa. Participants in masks meet at 1 p.m. – 1.30 p.m. in front of the Black Ox Inn (U Černého vola). Masks will then stop at pubs, restaurants and shops located on Nerudova, Thunovská, Mostecka streets and Malostranske square. The carnival procession will reach Kampa around 4 p.m. Find out more on Facebook Mardi Gras Karlin – Masopust celebrations at Karlin square – 7. 2. 2026...
A business long associated with Prague’s Holešovice Market has reopened in the city center. ShowPark, one of the country’s best-known erotic venues, has begun operating near I. P. Pavlova, one of Prague’s busiest transport hubs. Officially, it now functions as a hotel. The move ends nearly three decades in the Holešovice Market complex, where ShowPark operated for 28 years. According to the company, close to four million visitors passed through the venue during that period. The relocation follows years of legal disputes with the City of Prague over the use of municipal property. The new site is a six-story historic building on Legerova Street, directly opposite the central control center of the Prague Public Transit Company. It stands roughly 100 meters from the General University Hospital and about 600 meters from Prague 2 City Hall. Until the Covid-19 pandemic, a ShowPark branch had already operated in the building. ShowPark’s operator, Eroc, says the departure from Holešovice was unavoidable. According to executive director Zbyněk Matela, the lease expired exactly as originally agreed, and the company accepted the decision of the property owner. He said the core issue was a long-running dispute over whether an erotic business belonged in a municipally owned...
Prague is moving to limit the oldest and most polluting taxis on its streets, a step city officials say is necessary to improve air quality. Taxi operators warn it could also make rides more expensive. The change follows the approval of new rules targeting vehicle emissions in the capital. From mid-2027, all taxis operating in Prague will have to meet the Euro 6d emission standard, which applies to cars first registered from January 2021. A more ambitious plan to require zero-emission taxis from 2030 was ultimately rejected. The debate has focused on the rapid growth of older diesel vehicles in Prague’s taxi fleet, a trend city officials link to the expansion of app-based ride-hailing platforms over the past decade. The approved measure is aimed primarily at cheaper alternative taxi services that rely on older vehicles, some more than 15 years old. City officials argue that taxis play an outsized role in traffic volume and pollution. Data from the Technical Administration of Roads shows taxi services account for roughly 2.5 million vehicle kilometers per day, around 10 percent of all motor traffic in Prague. Based on vehicle registration data and traffic statistics, the city estimates that tightening the rules could cut...
What began as a spontaneous idea between flatmates — filming at-home pizza pickups — has grown into a documentary about pizza, passion, and the pursuit of a personal dream. Frankie’s Way – An Atypical Pizza At-Home Experience will premiere in Prague on January 28 at Kino Pilotů in Prague. The film follows Francesco “Frankie” Gallucci, a self-taught pizza maker, as he brings Neapolitan pizza to the city and builds a community around it, one slice at a time. More information is available via the Facebook event page. “It honestly started as a joke,” Frankie says to Prague Morning. “My flatmate would record people coming to our apartment after finding the Facebook event for Neapolitan-style pizza.” As photos of pizzas such as Margherita and Quattro Formaggi began circulating online, people started asking where they could buy them. That curiosity led to an unusual setup: pizza pickups directly from his home. “Twice a week, I hosted a half-day takeaway from 5 to 8 p.m. People booked in advance through Facebook,” Frankie explains. Guests were welcomed by the smell of fresh dough and ingredients, but also by conversation. People stayed, talked, and watched the pizzas come together. “As more people came, we realised...
TEDxUNYP returns to Prague on Saturday, March 7th, bringing international speakers to the Prague Congress Centre for a one day event focused on how we connect in a changing world. The 2026 edition introduces the theme “Currents of Connection”, focusing on the often unseen forces that shape how people connect — with each other, with technology, and with the systems that influence daily life. Through stories and ideas drawn from leadership, innovation, psychology, education, and public life, the event will explore what connection really means in a world that is constantly shifting. The English-language event will bring international speakers to Prague, including Adam Radcliffe, a British Guinness World Record-holding adventurer whose experiences range from trekking through remote jungles and living with hunter-gatherer communities to rowing 3,500 miles across the North Atlantic. He will be joined by Stephen Oommen, flying in from the United States, a former Managing Director at Microsoft and Accenture, who will share insights on how trust and human relationships shape meaningful professional connections. The programme will also feature voices closer to home. Tereza Hrbková, co-founder and COO of Citymind, will speak about how cities and public institutions can build trust as artificial intelligence becomes part of everyday...
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