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Czech elections 2025: a record number of women elected to parliament
In the newly elected Czech parliament, women will make up nearly one-third of MPs — a historic high. What role did preferential voting play in their success?
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Ostrava becomes the puppetry capital of the world - at least for a week
Every two years, Ostrava hosts Spectaculo Interesse, an international puppet festival. This year’s edition features artists from 11 countries.
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Czech Paralympic swimmer shines at World Championship with a world record and seven medals
Paralympic swimmer David Kratochvíl shattered world record in 400m freestyle at the World Para Swimming Championships, finishing with seven medals from seven races.
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In the footsteps of Robert Langdon: Dan Brown’s new thriller inspires themed city tours
Dan Brown’s newest novel The Secret of Secrets set in Prague has already inspired themed city tours tracing Langdon’s footsteps around the city.
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When it clicks, it’s like flying, says new Chief Conductor of the Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra
Elias Grandy will become the new Chief Conductor of the Czech Radio Symphony Orchestra next year, guiding the Orchestra into its 100th anniversary season.
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Kafka in Prague, then and now: Agnieszka Holland’s new film hits Czech cinemas on Thursday
Following its world premiere at the Toronto Film Festival , Agnieszka Holland’s anticipated film about Prague author Franz Kafka will hit Czech cinemas on Thursday
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A “Stolperstein” laid for Czech writer and journalist Pavel Tigrid
In the Prague district of Vinohrady, a “Stolperstein” was laid this week for the late Czech journalist, writer, and former culture minister Pavel Tigrid.
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Student debate organizer: “If you want young people to believe in politics, they must get involved”
Zavolíme! is a unique project that organizes student-led election debates with the aim of boosting youth voter turnout and promoting civic engagement.
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Survey: Nearly 55% of Czech men under 25 have never had sex
An increasing number of young Czechs aged 18 to 25 have never had sex - nearly 55% of men and about 30% of women, according to the Czech Institute of Mental Health.
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Czechs qualify for Davis Cup Final Eight after historic victory against U.S.
Czechs scored a sensational Davis Cup win in the hunt for their first title since 2013 at the weekend.