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On this day in 1942: A Czech feminist and suffrage activist is executed in Prague
For many women, the struggles that Plamínková fought for are still relevant today; this year marks 80 years since her death.
Promenade planned for Prague’s center, with trams back on Na Příkopě
The historical route of the former city wall and moat will become a single shopping and leisure concourse.
Prague uncovered: See the Prague solstice mystery from Charles Bridge
From this year you can watch the solstice alignment online thanks to a high-quality live camera in the Old Town Tower of Charles Bridge.
Prague skydivers honor 80th anniversary of Operation Anthropoid
Czechoslovak paratroopers who carried out the assassination of Reinhard Heydrich died at Prague's Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius on June 18, 1942.
Czechia EU presidency aims to 'write the future of Europe' by revising its past
While most historians place the start of WWII in 1939, the Czech EU presidency video moves it back to 1938, when the Munich Pact was signed.
Prague walnut grove dedicated as a living memorial to Lidice tragedy
The village of Lidice was destroyed 80 years ago today in retribution for the assassination of Nazi leader Reinhard Heydrich.
Prague uncovered: Depeche Mode’s 1988 Prague concert began a ‘revolution’
The British electro-pop band’s first Czech show was a last-minute substitution, and authorities prepared for the worst.
Czech scientists reveal striking look of a Bronze Age woman from Bohemia
The member of the Únětice culture was buried with a unique amber necklace, but her DNA is the real treasure when it comes to recreating her appearance.
PHOTOS: Massive stained-glass panels removed from Prague landmark
As part of a long-term renovation, the removal of the hockey-rink-sized panels marks the largest renovation of historic stained glass in 100 years.
’Jan Žižka’: Trailer drops for most expensive Czech film ever made
The medieval action flick featuring Sir Michael Caine in one of his last roles before retiring comes to cinemas in September.
On this day in 1945: The Prague Uprising fought for freedom
The attempt by the Czech resistance to liberate the city from German occupation at the end of WWII began 77 years ago today.
Prague set to mark 80 years since 'Operation Anthropoid' heroics
Czechoslovak paratroopers carried out the mission in Prague’s Libeň district in 1942 – this year sees a new exhibit, re-enactments, and film in honor.
Witches Night in Prague returns: 10 best bets for bonfires in 2022
For the first time in three years, Čarodějnice celebrations, packed with food, family and fun, are taking place in and around the Czech capital.
Who was the last Czech king? A relic of the monarch returns to Prague Castle
Emperor Karl I of Austria, who counted king of Bohemia among his titles, lived briefly at Prague Castle.
From Bavaria to Bohemia a joint exhibition will show Baroque art in a new light
The international exhibit will put the era into context and should be one of the significant cultural events of the year.
What will deeper military ties with the U.S. mean for Czechia?
The Czech Republic wants to end its reliance on Soviet-era military hardware but will not allow the U.S. to establish a permanent base.
Prague’s landmark Máj department store closing for restoration
Two of the original architects are working on a project that will bring back some of the original look to the 1970s structure.