Czechia matched its best-ever corruption score but still trails the EU average. Analyst Marek Chromý explains why the country remains stuck between East and West.
Corruption in Czechia, Czech Olympic outfits draw attention at Milan–Cortina opening ceremony, Czechia’s ‘celebrity priest’ Martina Viktorie Kopecká
Czech athletes’ Winter Olympics outfits drew home criticism, but the bright sweaters and shorts turned heads and won international praise at the opening ceremony.
Transparency International's Corruption Perceptions Index: Czechia still trails the EU average and remains stuck between Western and Central European standards.
Have you heard of the Czechoslovak Hussite Church? Why are pastors prone to burnout? And can a priest dance on live TV? We spoke with Martina Viktorie Voborníková Kopecká.
Czechia’s strong Olympic start, Under-15 social media ban debated, Stomatová on covering Ukraine war
Sunday brought two big Czech moments at the Winter Olympics: snowboarder Zuzana Maděrová won gold, while speed skater Metoděj Jílek claimed silver.
The Parade of Nations, opening the Winter Olympics, was held simultaneously at four locations. The largest Czech group was in Milan led by flagbearer David Pastrňák.
Prime Minister Andrej Babiš (ANO) has announced that his government is seriously considering banning social media for children under the age of 15.
After years of steady progress, setbacks and quiet breakthroughs, Zuzana Maděrová has turned long-term promise into the biggest success of her career.
TV journalist Darja Stomatová has been reporting from Ukraine since the start of Russia’s full-scale invasion. Last week she received one of Czech journalism's top honours.
Ice hockey is more than a sport in Czechia. In a special episode of Czechast, we explore its roots, its meaning – and speak to legendary goaltender Dominik Hašek.
Ida Kelarová, a distinctive voice in Czech music, has spent decades bringing Romany songs to audiences at home and abroad. This Sunday’s show marks her 70th birthday.
On February 8, 1926, the Liberated Theatre (Osvobozené divadlo) was founded in Prague – an avant-garde scene that profoundly influenced Czech culture.
Broadcast in English - 02/08/2026
What does Russia mean for Czech security today? Analyst Filip Scherf explains why confidence, partnerships and realism matter in uncertain times.
The video of a man stealing a swan on the Vltava River in the centre of Prague made news headlines this week. The incident is being investigated.
Is Russia a threat to Czech democracy? And can Czechia thrive in an unstable world? In Czechast, analyst Filip Scherf reflects on security, confidence, and resilience.
News, Czech athletes at Winter Olympics, Blackcap named Bird of the Year 2026, interview with two successful Prague chocolatiers.
The Czech Society for Ornithology has named the Eurasian blackcap as the Bird of the Year for 2026. We discussed the species with ornithologist Petr Voříšek.
Czechia is sending a record 114 athletes to the Winter Olympics.
Czech hockey still lives in the shadow of Nagano 1998. At Milano Cortina 2026, a new generation led by David Pastrňák will try to write its own story.
Babiš-Meloni talks in Rome, Czech hokey team heads to Milano Cortina hoping for medal, how Czech helped make first Winter Olympics official.
Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babiš on Wednesday held talks with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni at Chigi Palace in Rome.
Jan Darmovzal, who spent 500 days in a Venezuelan prison and was released in January of this year, has made his first brief statement for the media.
