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Czech Republic sees highest percentage of dilapidated churches in Central Europe
There are hundreds of churches in the Czech Republic which have turned into ruins over the past few decades. Most of them belong to the Catholic Church, but it seems…
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Leave it to the horse
In today's edition of SoundCzech you will learn another popular Czech phrase. This time, through the song "Nechte to koňovi" by the well-known Czech singer Jaromír…
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Prague hosts new festival of English-language plays
The English-speaking community in Prague has few chances to see drama performed in English. But this is just about to change, as The Prague Post - the country's leading…
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Will planned increase in speed limit lead to problems on Czech motorways?
Most European countries seem to agree on a speed limit of 130 km/hour or less on their motorways. The Czech Republic, however, may soon become the only country in Europe…
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National Library to have new building by Jan Kaplicky
Prague is famous for its mix of architectural styles, and you can sometimes meet centuries of different architecture in just one street. The city is not particularly well…
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Operation Silver A: a new two-part drama looks at the ill-fated mission of Czech paratroopers…
In today's Arts: a new TV drama looks at the ill-fated mission of Czech paratroopers during WW II. We also talk to the organisers of an awards ceremony and exhibition…
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Altay mountain to be named after fictitious Czech character
Prague's Jara Cimrman Theatre, named after a popular fictitious character, is about to become involved in an unusual undertaking. It has put together a group of actors and…
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Czechs take pains to balance their private lives and careers
Balancing one's private life and career is a problem faced by people in many parts of the world today. Lifestyles here in the Czech Republic have changed hugely in the…
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Prague's Mucha Museum welcomes its millionth visitor
Prague's Mucha Museum - dedicated to the life and work of the world-renowned Czech artist Alphonse Mucha - received its millionth visitor this week. The museum was opened…
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Zizkov TV Tower celebrates its 15th anniversary
One of the most controversial buildings in Prague, the futuristic Zizkov TV Tower, is this week celebrating its 15th anniversary. Long before that date, many people in…