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Zdeněk Miler and his phenomenal Little Mole
The Little Mole cartoon character, created by Zdeněk Miler in 1957, has captivated generations of children the world over.
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Czech puppet masters Hermína Týrlová and Jiří Trnka
In the first episode of our new series Masters of Czech animated film we trace the origins of the eventual golden age of Czech animation.
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Czech students develop inexpensive experimental robot, will make it available to anyone
Graduate students at the Czech Technical University in Prague have developed a balancing robot, which can be built in schools or by robotics enthusiasts.
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Czech freediver will attempt to set world record in swimming under ice
David Vencl, a freediver from Teplice, will attempt to break the Guinness world record for the longest swim under ice this month.
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New social media platform Clubhouse sees fast increase in Czech users
Clubhouse, a new social media application, gained its first Czech users this month and has expanded quickly.
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Leoš Janáček: Pilky from the Lachian Dances
Janáček’s Lachian Dances take listeners to the composer’s home region of northern Moravia. Pilky is probably the best-loved composition from the collection.
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Bohuslav Martinů: Selanka from Kytice
In this episode, we will talk about Bohuslav Martinů’s Selanka.
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Opposition MP to help create new government website explaining COVID-19 restrictions
Opposition MP Dominik Feri will work with the government on a new website explaining the measures against Covid-19
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Kampa Island: Prague’s ‘little Venice’
Prague’s Kampa Island, located on the west bank of the Vltava River, is among the Lesser Quarter’s most idyllic and romantic spots.
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The Spanish birds of Czech cuisine
Spanish bird comprises traditional Czech beef roll filled with sauce, bacon, pickled cucumbers, sausage, and eggs. It can be served with rice, potatoes, or dumplings.