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Carried home by sound: Music of Omar Rojas, Mexico native living in Czechia

When circumstances make travel impossible, an unfulfilled longing for home can become a source of pain. Fortunately, these negative feelings can be overcome through art.
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Military camps, US music and Hurvínek: Pilsen prepares for Freedom Celebrations

Plzeň is preparing its Freedom Celebrations, marking 81 years since liberation by US troops. The six-day event starts on May 1 with history, US music, and family events.
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Karlovy Vary festival to pay tribute to Havel, Vášáryová, Mariánské Lázně

July’s landmark 60th edition of the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival will showcase key films in its history and honour actress turned diplomat Magda Vášáryová.
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Roma segregation, refugees, and climate: Amnesty flags concerns in Czechia

Amnesty International highlights ongoing Roma segregation, refugee integration challenges, arms exports, and climate concerns in Czechia.
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Amnesty on Czechia’s human rights record, Karlovy Vary festival to pay tribute to Havel, Vášáryová, Mariánské Lázně, Rare aardwolves born in Czechia, Women in high places

Amnesty on Czechia’s human rights record, Karlovy Vary festival to pay tribute to Havel, Vášáryová, Mariánské Lázně, Rare aardwolves born in Czechia, Women in high places
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Rare aardwolf cubs born at Dvůr Králové Safari Park

Safari Park Dvůr Králové reports the birth of four rare aardwolf cubs, hard to breed in zoos. Spokesman Michal Šťastný explainsw hat makes this achievement so significant.
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Amnesty’s Martina Nejedlá on Czechia’s human rights record

This Czechast features a full interview with Amnesty International's spokesperson Martina Nejedlá on the latest report on human rights in Czechia.
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Govt. plane clash, Czech-made game takes UK prize, stinky cheese, real bagels in Prague

Clash over state plane reflects foreign policy switch; Czech-made video game takes BAFTA; smelly Czech cheese marks anniversary; US woman brings authentic bagels to Prague.
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Kingdom Come: Deliverance II scores at BAFTA

The video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, developed by the Czech studio Warhorse Studios, has won a BAFTA Games Award for Best Narrative.
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Katie Perkins on bringing real US-style bagels to Prague with Bejgl

A new bagel shop, simply named Bejgl, has been making waves since opening recently in Prague’s Vinohrady district. It was started by American expat Katie Perkins.
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Olomouc festival marks 150 years of Czechia’s most pungent cheese

Love it or hate it, Olomoucké tvarůžky is a distinctive Czech cheese with a strong smell and unique taste. The annual Olomouc festival marked 150 years of its production.
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Government-Senate clash signals U-turn in Czech diplomacy

Controversy has broken out on the Czech political scene over the cabinet's refusal to provide the head of the Senate with a government aircraft for a trip to Taiwan.
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Newly-opened Dvorecký Bridge in Prague now alive with traffic

Prague’s 21st bridge –the Dvorecký Bridge, connecting Podoli and Smichov, was ceremonially opened on April 17. It serves only buses, trams, pedestrians, and cyclists.
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Major Czech sculptor Olbram Zoubek born 100 years ago this month

Olbram Zoubek, one of the most significant Czech sculptors of the 20th century, was born a century ago this month.
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Anděl Awards 2025: Czech music’s biggest night filled with protest and political messages

On Saturday, April 11, the winners of the Anděl Awards were ceremonially announced at the Křižík Pavilions in Prague.
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Broadcast in English - 04/19/2026

Broadcast in English - 04/19/2026
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Czechia’s defence readiness: strong foundations, slower decisions

In the weekend edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, GLOBSEC expert Martin Sklenář explains why Czechia is capable—but not always fast—when it comes to defence readiness.
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Hidden star of Prague: discover Obora Hvězda

In Prague off the Beaten Track, we head to Obora Hvězda — a peaceful forest park on the edge of the city with a surprising past shaped by power, geometry, and history.
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NATO chief Mark Rutte in Prague, Jan Potměšil death, Dvorecký Bridge opens in Prague

NATO chief Mark Rutte in Prague, actor Jan Potměšil death, Dvorecký Bridge opens in Prague
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Long-awaited Dvorecký Bridge opens in Prague, linking Smíchov and Podolí

A new bridge over the Vltava in Prague has opened. The Dvorecký Bridge, for trams, buses, cyclists and pedestrians, is expected to ease congestion and speed up journeys.
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“Better to be in a wheelchair than with communists”: Actor Jan Potměšil dies at 60

On Thursday evening, theatre and film actor Jan Potměšil passed away in his sleep after a prolonged illness. He was 60 years old.
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NATO chief Rutte discusses defence spending in Prague talks with PM Babiš

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte was in Prague on Thursday for talks with the Czech prime minister, Andrej Babiš. Defence spending was, as expected, on the agenda.
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William Kentridge exhibition at Kunsthalle, Elias Grandy on leading the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, interview with linguist Jan Bičovský

William Kentridge exhibition at Kunsthalle, Elias Grandy on leading the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra, interview with linguist Jan Bičovský
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Elias Grandy on leading the Prague Radio Symphony Orchestra into its 100th season: “It’s a mixture of excitement and honour”

Prague Radio Symphony unveils its 100th season as Elias Grandy takes over as chief conductor, sharing highlights and his vision for the orchestra’s future.
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What is the “typical Czech” really like? Solvo survey reveals our passions and vices

What matters most to Czechs? What do they strive for and what do they fear? The “Czechs 2026” survey mapped the values, attitudes, and concerns of Czechs.
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