Ian Willoughby

UK linguist Danny Bate, who moves between Prague and Edinburgh, discusses some of the joys of life in Czechia, learning the language, "annoying" aspects of Czech and more.

The Prague authorities said this week they were opposed to a planned performance in the city by Russian opera star Anna Netrebko, citing her ties to the Putin regime.

Linguist Danny Bate, who alternates between living in Prague and Edinburgh, has many fascinating things to say on the Czech language, which he himself is studying.

The head of the Czech police, Martin Vondrášek, has apologised after saying in an interview that women “very often” make up claims of sexual assault. But is that enough?

Arne Springorum is part of a climate crisis activist group that has been blocking the main road through Prague. He says he is willing to lose a lot for his beliefs.

Many tributes have been paid to senior Czech diplomat Martin Povejšil, who has died at the age of 62.

Regular blockades of the through road cutting across Prague have become a fact of life, incensing some drivers. We speak to organiser Arne Springorum of Last Generation.

Czechia was among 40 states at a meeting in Jeddah focused on a settlement of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Its representative was Deputy Foreign Minister Jan Marian.

Pre-1989 dissident John Bok, whose parents met in England during WWII, looks back on a fascinating life. Close at one time to Havel, he stood up to the StB more than most.

The Senate met on Wednesday to consider three judges nominated for the Constitutional Court. However, the candidacy of Robert Fremr for the top court sparked controversy.