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CNB decides not to cut interest rates. Czech Telecom to offer internet television service. Czech Telecom to offer internet television service. RWE and E.ON to boost…
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Much discussion but little change at Green Party national convention

Environment Minister Martin Bursik won two big battles this weekend. At a Green Party national convention, he went a long way towards persuading his colleagues to support…
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Public broadcasters at crossroads in Prague

Public television and radio broadcasters have seen their traditional dominance in delivering news and entertainment crumble in the new multimedia, multi-platform…
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Czech police officers train Iraqi cadets in Jordan

Czech police officers are involved in a number of missions around the world where they are helping to stabilize volatile situations or to train cadets for the local forces…
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The best and the worst places to live in the Czech Republic

An old saying goes, "in Prague is bliss" but a recent study shows that in fact, Hradec Kralove is the place to live in the Czech Republic. This town located about 100 km…
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Czechast with Matouš Glanc

We’re diving into the world of Czech scientists working abroad and the fascinating journey of one man who’s helping them connect and thrive on the global stage.
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Making culture accessible to all: Prague’s Jewish Museum opens concerts to people with dementia

Prague’s Jewish Museum is now expanding its cultural program to include concerts designed specifically for people with dementia.
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Green Savings program to continue with loans and grants, says minister Hladík

The New Green Savings (Nová zelená úsporám) program, aimed at improving building energy efficiency, will continue with a combination of advantageous loans and grants…
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Czech scientists reveal why some Prague birds fear humans more than others

A Czech study finds birds’ fear of humans is shaped mainly by long-term coexistence with people, not by how common the species is in the city.
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Authorities act to curb illicit blueberry harvesting

The Krkonose (or Giant Mountains) have always been a popular holiday destination for Czech as well as foreign tourists. In recent years, however, the North Bohemian…
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Despite pressure beleaguered Deputy PM Cunek stays in government

Despite sustained pressure, beleaguered deputy prime minister Jiri Cunek appears set to remain in the Czech government. Prime Minister Mirek Topolanek had said an…
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Bratislava's building boom - do developers have too much freedom?

There's a building boom going on across much of Central Europe. In capitals like Prague, Warsaw and Bratislava cranes dominate the skyline as builders try to keep up with…
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Czech botanist leads call for European action against invasive species

Giant hogweed, the grey squirrel and Argentine Ant have one thing in common: they are all invasive species which have been introduced deliberately or by chance into Europe…
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The Green Party wants to play a bigger role in Czech politics

Somewhat in the shadow of high politics, the Czech Green Party elected a new leader over the weekend and made bold plans for the future. Although the party has never…
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Air pollution bill targeting waste burning in homes stirs controversy

The lower house of Parliament has approved a controversial air pollution bill which would allow local authorities to check what households are burning in their stoves. The…
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Students at Palacký University of Olomouc aim to make a difference withfirst Free-Shop on academic soil

Štepán Vaškevič is a student at the Palacký University of Olomouc who is one of the founders of a student association at the school focussing on the environment and…
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Confronting the problems of getting around in Czech towns and cities

This week is European Mobility Week, and several towns and cities in the Czech Republic have agreed to take the initiative to look into the different aspects of urban…
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Concern in Poland about values as students abuse teachers.

Poland is also asking questions about its youth. The nation was shocked last month when a video was aired on nationwide television showing 17 and 18-year-old students…
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German call to scrap Temelin

Although the Czech nuclear power plant Temelin is to be activated within a few weeks, worries over its safety are still causing concern not only to environmental…
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WHO calls for stricter alcohol controls in Czechia amid rising health concern

Over 20 organizations, including the Czech office of the World Health Organization, are urging politicians to implement stricter alcohol controls in Czechia.
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What's killing the fish? Czech researchers are looking for answers

Rising temperatures and declining oxygen levels are causing more frequent fish die-offs in Czech rivers, prompting new efforts to monitor and protect freshwater ecosystems.
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Czech scientists study how salt destroys metal structures to protect bridges and spacecraft

Winter coats roads with salt, slowly eating away at metal. Scientists at the Institute of Physics of Materials of the Academy of Sciences are trying to combat this.
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Šumava National Park to enable controlled shooting of wolves

The Šumava National Park will enable controlled shooting of wolves on its territory should the need arise, Jan Dvořák, spokesman for the Šumava National Park, informed…
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One surgery instead of two? Czech scientists develop dissolving implants

Czech scientists are developing new implants that gradually dissolve in the body, eliminating the need for follow-up operations.
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Czech Space Week festival launches, showcasing space activities and innovation

The seventh annual Czech Space Week festival begins on Monday at Prague’s main train station, inaugurated by President Petr Pavel and Transport and Environment Ministers…
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