Warmer Light to Replace Harsh White on Prague Streets

Prague will install street lamps with a warmer, softer glow following criticism from experts and residents about the impact of cold white light on sleep and well-being. City authorities said the exception will remain at pedestrian crossings, where white light is maintained for safety reasons.

Czech Electricity Among the Most Expensive in Europe

Electricity prices in Prague reach around 36.4 eurocents per kilowatt-hour, placing the Czech Republic sixth in Europe. Experts say tariffs have stabilized after a sharp increase following the war in Ukraine, but they remain well above the EU average.

Prague to Verify Children’s Actual Residence for School Enrollment

Authorities will check the real addresses of children enrolling in primary schools to curb “school tourism,” where families register elsewhere to access popular schools. Courts have approved such checks, allowing municipalities to request proof of utility payments and verify that parents’ and children’s addresses match. Several districts plan to enforce this more strictly amid school capacity shortages.

Czech Youth Use AI Mainly for Studying

A study by Masaryk University shows that Czech children and teenagers primarily use artificial intelligence for schoolwork. About 40% use AI for essays, abstracts, and complex texts, 30% for leisure guidance like music or shopping, and 20% for personal advice. Creative AI tasks like image or video work are less common, with only 4% reporting use for deepfakes. Girls tend to seek more support and advice, while boys favor visual content.

Czech Republic Rises in Global Corruption Perception Index

Czechia moved up from 46th to 39th place in Transparency International’s Corruption Perceptions Index, scoring 59 out of 100. Despite the improvement, the country remains below the EU average. Denmark leads the ranking, followed by Finland, Singapore, New Zealand, and Norway. The report highlights a global rise in corruption, even in democratic nations.

Police Press Charges Against Gang that Smuggled Cocaine in Cakes

Police have filed charges against seven foreign nationals and one Czech citizen for smuggling more than 30 kilograms of cocaine from Germany to the Czech Republic. The drugs were hidden inside cakes transported by couriers on a scheduled bus from Berlin to Prague’s Florenc bus station, according to a press release from the National Drug Headquarters (NPC).

Souček Becomes Top Czech Scorer in Premier League History

Czech midfielder Tomáš Souček scored his 39th Premier League goal to help West Ham secure a 1–1 draw against Manchester United on Tuesday and become the highest-scoring Czech player in the competition’s history. Souček moved ahead of Patrik Berger, with whom he had previously shared the record.