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The commemoration of the Last Supper of Jesus Christ, symbolized by an illuminated cross, is closely tied to the town of Nový Bor in the Česká Lípa region. According to a local historian, the cross shone here even in times before electric...

Demographers are ringing alarm bells –Czechs are slowly dying out. The birth rate has been steadily declining and last year it reached its lowest level in 240 years. Demographic charts tell the story at first glance –with a steep downward curve...

A survey conducted by Beat Sexism suggests that one in three people in the Czech Republic have experienced drink spiking, 91 percent of them young women. Despite the prevalence of such incidents, drink spiking is still not defined as a criminal...

In the heart of Kroměříž stands the Archbishop’s Castle, home to one of the oldest and most remarkable libraries in the country. Founded in 1694, it was envisioned as a centre of education and has grown into a vast collection of rare books and...

Czechia’s footballers are going to the World Cup for the first time in two decades after a dramatic win over Denmark in Prague on Tuesday night. The Czechs will now face South Korea, South Africa and co-hosts at global soccer’s biggest showcase...

Czech scientists have introduced what they describe as the world’s first probiotic dental nanofloss. It releases beneficial bacteria beneath the gum line and may help reduce gum inflammation linked to periodontitis. I spoke with gum disease...

When the first sound of glass rang out on March 31, 1856, in Kamenický Šenov (then known as Steinschönau) inside the newly established School of Drawing and Modelling, no one could have imagined they were witnessing the birth of an institution...

The National Museum in Prague has received part of the estate of Czechoslovak Olympic discus champion Olga Fikotová-Connolly, including the gold medal she won at the 1956 Games in Melbourne. A ceremonial handover of the items took place at the...

Researchers in Czechia have carried out an unusual experiment to help people living on the streets, testing whether cash support or help from a social worker can improve their situation. The results suggest many were able to improve their...

Coal mining shaped Ostrava and Karviná for more than two centuries. Now, with the last mine closed, that era has come to an end. This Czechast special walks through the Landek Mining Museum and reflects on what remains. See more here. Author:...

Antonín Dvořák’s Rusalka, a lyrical story of longing, sacrifice, and the impossibility of uniting two different worlds, premiered on March 31, 1901, at the National Theatre in Prague. Since then, it has become one of the most valuable treasures...

In the latest Czechast, we travel to Olomouc, where a former railway waiting room has been turned into a small but vibrant cinema. The Waiting Room project offers films and community events just steps from passing trains. In an age of...

On Friday, 20th March 2026, H.E. Ms. Ana Berenice DIAZ CEBALLOS PARADA, the Ambassador of Mexico to the Czech Republic, with the cooperation of Prague 6 City Hall, organized the unveiling of the bust of Lázaro Cárdenas del Río and the 220th...

The Embassy of Estonia in the Czech Republic, the Association of Tour Operators and Travel Agents of the Czech Republic (ACCKA), and the Estonian Travel & Tourism Association (ETFL), organized a B2B workshop. “Visit Estonia. It’s about...

What is the best way to enjoy a cold day? A warm hosting by H.E. Mr. Claudio Javier ROZENCWAIG, the Ambassador of Argentina to the Czech Republic, and his spouse Alegra, at their beautiful residence.

More than forty species of birds, over two hundred species of insects and hundreds of plants. A new biological survey shows that the grounds of Prague Castle are not only a historic landmark but also a surprisingly rich ecosystem. Researchers...

The Lokšany Library was founded in 1557 by Kateřina of Lokšany as part of the construction of her residence. When you visit it, you are struck by its unique atmosphere, created by the harmonious color scheme of the entire space and its...

Prague’s National Museum is sending a mobile digitization lab to Ukraine to help preserve cultural heritage threatened by the war. The specially equipped van will create detailed 3D records of museum objects and monuments directly in the field...

With outdoor tourism on the rise, the national tourism agency CzechTourism has launched a new guide encouraging people to explore the country more responsibly. I spoke with the agency’s director, František Reismüller, and asked him why the...

A major reconstruction of Českomoravská metro station, which lasted 18 months, has delivered new escalators, wider platforms and modern safety systems. It is the largest upgrade of the station since it first opened in 1990. See more here.

In this episode of Prague Off the Beaten Track on Czechast, we explore Klanovice Forest — the largest continuous forest in Prague. Just on the edge of the city, it offers a surprising mix of deep history, quiet nature, and traces of ambitious...

Eighty years ago, on March 22, 1946, the trial of Karl Hermann Frank began in Prague. One of the most powerful figures in the Nazi occupation administration in the Czech lands, Frank served as State Minister of the Protectorate of Bohemia and...

Known as the queen of chanson, Hana Hegerová captivated audiences with her deeply emotional interpretations and unmistakable voice. Five years after her passing, she remains an unforgettable figure of Czech and Slovak music to whom we have...

An unusual object has appeared in the centre of Brno: a giant inflatable bacterium of E. coli. The model draws attention to the Moravian capital’s strong tradition in electron microscopy and the upcoming Days of Electron Microscopy festival...

Joy Kadečková’s life reads like a 20th-century European drama shaped by war, love and political upheaval. After meeting a Czech pilot in wartime Britain, she made a promise that would bring her to Czechoslovakia—and keep her there for life. Her...

On Thursday, Minister of Culture Oto Klempíř (Motorists party) dismissed the Director General of the National Gallery Prague, Alicja Knast. Her term was originally set to end at the end of this year. Although the dismissal complied with the...

At a time driven by profit, productivity, and perfectionism, it can be hard to find something that breaks away from these expectations. Something that chooses solidarity over profit, authenticity over perfection, and community over...

The Czech film Resilience, which its makers describe as a “documentary thriller”, enters domestic cinemas on Thursday. It tracks efforts to uncover the illegal poisoning of birds of prey – and shows the beauty of the country’s landscape, as...

On the occasion of St. Patrick’s Day – Ireland’s National Day, The Ambassador of Ireland, H.E. Mr. Alan Gibbons, and Dr. Ernesto Vasquez del Aguila host a reception at the beautiful Museum of Decorative Arts, in Prague. The event, attended by...

Under the auspices of the Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye, H.E. Mr. Metin Feyzioğlu, and the Ambassador of the Federal Republic of Germany, H.E. Mr. Peter Matthias Reuss, the Young Philharmonic Orchestra Munich and Chief Conductor...

On the occasion of the tenth edition of the Italian Design Day in the World, the Italian Cultural Institute in Prague (IKI), together with the Italian Embassy in Prague and the Italian Trade and Investment Agency (ICE), organized a two-day...

The Strahov Library is one of the oldest and best preserved libraries in Czechia. According to Tatler magazine it is one of the ten most beautiful libraries in the world. See more here. Author: Juan Pablo Bertazza, Barbora Navrátilová

After nearly two years of successfully organizing sensory concerts for children with special needs, Prague’s Jewish Museum is now expanding its program to include concerts designed specifically for people with dementia. It is the first Czech...

This year’s Oscars brought joy to Czech filmmakers, too, as the statuette for the best documentary went to the Czech–Danish co-production Mr. Nobody Against Putin. On Sunday, March 15, the Oscars for 2025 were awarded in Los Angeles and Czechia...

Women in Czechia earn on average about 17 percent less than men, according to data cited by the Labour Ministry. See more here. Author: Vít Pohanka

Artisan chocolate-makers Lada and Pavel Bartoš from the Lidka chocolate factory in Kutná Hora have won two silver and one bronze medal at the prestigious Academy of Chocolate Awards, often described as the “chocolate Oscars.” They will travel...

The Czech government has approved a budget with a high deficit, and President Petr Pavel says he will sign it—despite reservations that more should go to defense. Helena Horská, chief economist at Reiffeisenbank, argues the key question is not...

What did languages that disappeared centuries, or even thousands of years ago, actually sound like? That is the question linguists at the Faculty of Arts of Charles University in Prague are trying to answer. In the Voices of Dead Languages...

Thousands of fans of fantasy, sci-fi and gaming arrived in iconic costumes at Prague’s O2 Universum at the weekend to meet their cosplay creators and learn about the latest news from the world of pop culture. Among the international guests...

The main prize at the 33rd Czech Lion national film awards at the weekend was won by the drama Caravan. Other gongs went to multiple projects, while a notable number of Slovaks and members of the Vietnamese minority also received recognition...

The folk band Nerez holds a special place in the history of Czech popular music. Their distinctive sound was captured on their debut album Masopust, released in 1986, which later became one of the key works of Czech folk and popular music. The...

Exactly 80 years ago, on March 15, 1946, Brno Zbrojovka handed over three Zetor 25 tractors to the first customers. This began the history of the brand, which later became one of the most famous export symbols of Czechoslovakia. After World War...

More than three decades after the Velvet Revolution, the legacy of the communist regime continues to shape debates in Czech society. In the latest episode of the Czechast podcast, Vít Pohanka speaks with Kamil Nedvědický, First Deputy Director...

For the first time in thirteen years, conservationists have bred a chick of the critically endangered Philippine eagle, one of the world’s rarest birds of prey, using artificial insemination. The breakthrough in the Philippines was achieved...

Jana Ciglerová is just about to become Czech Radio’s correspondent in Washington. Unusually the journalist is moving there not from Prague but Florida, where she has lived for the best part of a decade and worked for a Czech media outlet. Ahead...

The 12th edition of the international Bazaar Festival opens today in Prague, bringing contemporary dance and performance from across Central and Eastern Europe to various venues across the capital. I spoke with the festival’s artistic director...

On the occasion of the 69th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Republic of Ghana, the Ambassador of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. Ms. Theresa Adjei-Mensah, hosted a reception at the Beautiful Kaiserstejnsky Palace. The event, attended by...

The Ambassador of Moldova in the Czech Republic, H.E. Mrs. Gabriela Moraru, hosted a conference “Women, Cultural Diplomacy and Protection of Cultural Heritage in Europe.” At the beautiful Prague Mayor’s Residence. The conference was opened by...

Kashif Janjua – the Imam and Chairman of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community in the Czech Republic- hosted on Sunday, 8th March 2026, an Interfaith Fasting Event at the Beautiful Strachov Monastery in Prague. This special gathering offers a...

The HOLIDAY WORLD & REGION WORLD fair is entering its 34th year and has long been one of the most important tourism events in the Czech Republic. This year, Letňany will present tourist destinations from Europe and more distant parts of the...

Indonesia Embassy in Prague, the Association of Tour Operators and Travel Agents of the Czech Republic (ACCKA), and the association of the Indonesian tours & travel agencies organized a B2B workshop „Unlocking Indonesia: New Opportunities...

Marking three years in office in an interview for Czech Television, President Petr Pavel rejected claims that he acts as an “opposition president.” But beyond tensions in domestic politics he focused largely on international issues. Vít Pohanka...

Averil Huck runs Prague Feminist Tours, a project that introduces visitors to the stories of women who helped shape Czech history but whose names are often missing from monuments and street signs. Originally from France and now based in the...

A small zoo near the Central Bohemian town of Kladno has announced an exceptional breeding success. Eight rare green chameleons, an endemic species from Madagascar, have hatched there. The Zájezd Zoopark is the only one in the world...

A legendary code-breaking story, secret wartime inventions and the fascinating history of cryptology. The National Technical Museum in Prague is inviting visitors to a special exhibition open until May 10. The exhibition called Enigma a jiné...

The video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance (KCD) has proved to be a boon for tourism in Central Bohemia. The game’s realistic depiction of 15th-century life in Bohemia has led to an influx of foreign and domestic tourists visiting real-life...

A scientific career can take on many shapes and forms. For Veronika Verdonckt Smutná, this manifested as a transition from public research to clinical development in the private pharmaceutical sphere. Working mostly from her quaint home in the...

The 28th edition of the One World film festival gets underway in Prague on Wednesday night with a screening of the Hungarian documentary Meant to Be. Over eight days the event – which is run by NGO People in Need – will bring around 170...

A small apartment in Prague, or a terrace apartment for the same price in Dubai? Attractive property deals in the United Arab Emirates have drawn many Czech buyers in recent years. Now many investors fear that a drawn-out conflict could result...

When it comes to Prague’s underground culture, which developed from 1968 until the Velvet Revolution in 1989, few bands—if any—left a deeper mark on this period than The Plastic People of the Universe. This phenomenon brought innovation...

In the Czechast podcast, Lenka Králová reflects on her life as a transgender woman in Czechia. She speaks about identity, online hostility and why open conversations about transgender experiences matter. Discussions about transgender identity...

Prague’s Museum of Czech Literature has acquired a suitcase that once belonged to writer, journalist and translator Milena Jesenská, a close friend and translator of Franz Kafka. The item was preserved by the family of a fellow prisoner who...

This week saw the first screening in Prague of the independent movie Wooden Hearts, which stars Vít Hořejš, founder of the Czechoslovak-American Marionette Theatre. The fiction film also features many of the traditional puppets that Hořejš –...

The cottage of Czech writer Bohumil Hrabal in Kersko near Nymburk has been declared a national cultural monument by the Ministry of Culture. The building, closely connected with the life and work of the renowned author, is owned by the Central...

On the occasion of the National Day of the Republic of Bulgaria, the Ambassador of the Republic of Bulgaria, H.E. Mr. Dantcho Dobrinov Mitchev, hosts a reception at the beautiful Bulgarian embassy in Prague. Mr. Jiří Brodský, Deputy Minister of...

Martisor is a traditional holiday that symbolizes in Romania the arrival of spring. It is a tradition celebrated on the 1st of March, and it represents a symbol of health, joy, and the revival of nature. In Romania Language, the word “Martisor”...

H.E. Mr. Kairat Abdrakhmanov, Ambassador of the Republic of Kazakhstan to the Czech Republic, hosted a working breakfast on 4th March 2026 at the Vienna House by Wyndham Diplomat Prague. During the meeting, the Ambassador briefly presented the...

Moravian and Czech wines shine again in Japan. They won four top Diamond Trophy awards at the prestigious SAKURA 2026 competition Tokyo/Valtice – The Czech Republic achieved extraordinary success at the 13th edition of the most...

We have signed a collaboration agreement between FundacionCD and “The Czech & Slovak Leaders”, creating a strategic bridge between Central Europe and our global Women Leaders community of nearly 400,000 members worldwide. The...

One of the longest-running glass factories in the Zlín region, Květná Glassworks, plans to commemorate its hand-blown glassmaking tradition by a new glass museum. The aim is to connect the past with the present and bring the craft closer to...

The Žižkov High Line, the Strašnice tram depot, or the Čapek brothers’ villa — all these sites, and hundreds more, are now part of a new online database created by researchers at the Institute of Art History of the Czech Academy of Sciences...

The renowned fighter aircraft of Britain’s Royal Air Force in the Second World War — the iconic Spitfire — has appeared on a foreign sales portal. What makes this particular veteran remarkable is its Czech connection. It was flown in RAF...

Czech archaeologists say they have identified a remarkable Bronze Age artefact discovered years ago in a village garden in South Moravia. What once seemed to be an ordinary stone has now been confirmed as a three-thousand-year-old mould used to...

Beer is one of the most iconic symbols of the Czech Republic. Yet since the 1990s, it has rarely been served in Czech-made glasses — a surprising reality in a country also renowned for its glassmaking. Now, after 30 years, Czech beer is set to...

VK Lvi Praha successfully defended their title and confirmed their outstanding form at the weekend, defeating VK Karlovarsko 3–1 in the Czech Cup final. The Šelmy Brno women’s team celebrated their first-ever cup victory. See more here.

As the Fulbright Programme marks 80 years worldwide and 35 years in the Czech Republic, three American participants share why their time in the Czech Republic did not end with their scholarships. From teaching in Frýdek-Místek to researching...

Czech government and opposition politicians have backed the strikes against the Iranian regime as “fully justified” and “understandable”. The authorities said their top priority now is ensuring the safety of Czech diplomats and tourists in the...

Jan Kodeš, a three-time Grand Slam champion and one of the greatest figures in Czechoslovak sport, celebrates his 80th birthday today. His journey to the top of world tennis was marked by both courage and loyalty. Jan Kodeš grew up in post-war...

From the stages of Brno to the world’s leading opera houses, tenor Pavel Černoch continues to expand his impressive career — most recently with the release of his first solo album, Smetana Arias, recorded with the Czech Philharmonic. Czech...

Defense policy is once again at the center of public debate in Europe. In the latest episode of Czechast, we spoke to Kateřina Gruntová, a young Czech Radio reporter specializing in defense and security, about how the army is changing, how NATO...

As Europe actively prepares for the deployment of fully driverless cars (Level 4), with 2026 marking a major turning point for the introduction of robotaxi services in cities like London, Berlin, and Munich, the Czech authorities are striving...

Devade (Nineties) is the title of a fascinating new book and exhibition looking at architecture in Prague in the first decade after the Velvet Revolution. Among the best known buildings referred to are hotels such as the Hilton and the Don...

A rare wooden Baroque statue of Pontius Pilate stolen 17 years ago from Římov chapel, that forms part of the local Stations of the Cross, is coming home. Heritage experts tracked it down in Spain. The early Baroque polychromed woodcarving was...

On the occasion of the 18th Anniversary of the Independence Day of the Republic of Kosovo, H.E. Mrs. Albesjana Iberhysaj Kapitaj – Ambassador of the Republic of Kosovo hosted a reception at the beautiful Zofin Palace. The event, attended by...

On 24th February 2026, the H.E. Mr. Metin Feyzioğlu, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to the Czech Republic, as the Chairperson of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation Prague Group ( OIC Prague ), hosted an Iftar Dinner in the Holy...

Marking four years since Russia began its invasion of Ukraine, Czech FM Petr Macinka delivered two forceful speeches at UN headquarters in New York. Addressing the General Assembly and later the Security Council, he placed responsibility for...

Speaking at Prague Castle on the fourth anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, President Petr Pavel thanked long-term supporters of the war-torn country and praised the many people in Czechia who help those in need. See more here. Author:...

It was a successful weekend for Czech cinema. At the international showcase Berlinale, the jury selected the Czech-Slovak film Kdyby se holubi proměnili ve zlato (If Pigeons Turned to Gold) as Best Documentary. Meanwhile, the British Academy of...

More than four years have passed since the tragic accident in Liberec when the cable car to Ještěd Mountain collapsed. Since then, the line has been out of operation. The town of Liberec has now introduced its new design. Ještěd is the highest...

Fifteen years ago, the Faculty of Architecture at the Czech Technical University (CTU) in Prague gained its own modern building. The winning design emerged from one of the largest architectural competitions in the country, and sparked a lively...

The 20th edition of Pragueshorts Film Festival gets underway in the Czech capital on Wednesday. Until March 1, cinemas including Světozor, Bio Oko, Ponrepo and Kino Pilotů will screen more than a hundred short films from around the world...

Growing as a scientist in constant motion between countries and disciplines, Kateřina Jeřábková-Roda follows a research path shaped by international experience and driven by questions with clear clinical relevance. At its core is cancer...

The Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo ended on Sunday, with Czech athletes winning five medals in total: two gold, two silver and one bronze. It is the country’s third best result in Winter Olympic history, after the 2014 Sochi...

In this episode of Czechast, Vít Pohanka returns to where it all began — Žďár nad Sázavou. As he walks through the town, he reflects on its transformation, its character, and the stories embedded in its streets. This is not just a travel...

A new documentary about the Czech composer and conductor Vítězslava Kaprálová has just arrived in cinemas. Kaprálová was an extraordinary presence in Czech music between the wars. At a time when very few women were able to build careers as...

The traditional fun ski event in Smržovka in the Jizera Mountains attracted many participants and a crowd of onlookers at the weekend. Competitors took part in three disciplines — a classic sprint, a downhill glide to the finish, and a “hop...

Putting together a list of the year’s top albums has always been a tricky task, as taste differs from person to person. Nevertheless, when you are in daily contact with music at work and spend your free time attending concerts, one might assume...

Even the most famous and largest landmark in the Czech capital Prague Castle — visited by a record 2.7 million people in 2025 — may conceal magical corners unknown to many. One such place is Masaryk’s Lookout, crowned by a majestic 200-year-old...

This year’s Muriel Award for best comic book has gone to Oskar Ed: My Best Friend, a striking graphic novel by Slovak-born, Prague-based artist Branko Jelinek. The book didn’t just win the main prize — it collected four awards in total...