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Musical geniuses on Czech soil

The Czech lands were known as the ‘conservatoire of Europe’, and great musicians visited many Czech towns where the art of music flourished.

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Domestic affairs

Pundit on elections: It seems Babiš finally realises importance of Senate

Pundit on elections: It seems Babiš finally realises importance of Senate

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Prague Talk

Julia Bailey: Galerie Rudolfinum’s British director
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Domestic affairs

Czech Army surveys latest drones and anti-drone technologies at Drone Shield 2026
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Culture

“Such a jewel”: Prague’s modernist Villa Müller reopens to visitors

News

Science without Borders II

In France, young and ambitious Czech researchers push boundaries, explore new fields, and share their stories in second season of our video series.

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“It’s actually very simple”: How EU citizens can vote in Czechia’s local elections

In a fortnight’s time, voters will be going to the polls in Czechia in local and Senate elections. EU citizens may be unaware they can also take part in the former.

Business

Foreign policy

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President Pavel at the UN: Russia threatens Europe, while AI needs global rules

At the UN General Assembly, Czech President Petr Pavel warned of Russia’s threat to Europe and called for international rules to govern artificial intelligence.

Society

Anniversary of the Week

Znojmo celebrates 800 years: a royal town of history, wine and the pickle legend

Znojmo is celebrating 800 years since it was granted the status of a royal town. The anniversary highlights its history, underground passages and the legend of the pickle.

Culture

Franz Kafka | Photo: Atelier Jacobi, Wikimedia Commons, public domain

In Kafka's Footsteps

Franz Kafka was born in Prague, but where specifically did the world-famous writer grow up? Where did he draw inspiration, or even go on holiday?

Science and technology

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Bone glue developed by Brno scientists could help treat complex fractures

Scientists in Brno have developed a special bone glue that could one day help doctors treat even complicated fractures. The material is now being tested on sheep.

Picture of the week

900 years since the restoration of the rotunda on Říp Mountain

People gathered on Říp Mountain this past Sunday to mark 900 years since the restoration of its historic rotunda.

Photogallery

Sherlock Holmes: Interactive Exhibition in Prague

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Video of Musical Geniuses on Czech Soil - part 5 | TCHAIKOVSKY

Tchaikovsky in Czechia: three Prague visits and a mysterious legacy

Julia Bailey | Photo: Ian Willoughby, Radio Prague International

Julia Bailey on honouring Galerie Rudolfinum’s legacy while delivering a fresh approach

British art historian, curator and writer Julia Bailey has been the head of Prague’s Galerie Rudolfinum for two and a half years.

Jan Urban | Photo: Kateřina Cibulka, Czech Radio

Czechast: Jan Urban remembers Václav Havel

In this edition of Czechast, former dissident Jan Urban recalls Václav Havel ahead of the 90th anniversary of the late Czech president’s birth on October 5.

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