Jesus tram takeover stirs up debate on public transport advertising in Prague
The capital’s deputy mayor for transport is calling for a revision to the city’s advertising code due to recent advertisements promoting religion and sex.
All Souls’ Day costs reach deathly new heights in Czechia
Due to rising flower and candle prices, Nov. 2 will set back Czechs far more than last year. However, per person, Halloween remains more expensive.
A Prague university's club for Muslim students creates a community based on shared values
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From halal-certified food to a prayer zone, the Islamic club at the Anglo-American University offers Muslim students services making their life easier.
Czechia withholds support for UNHRC resolution on Koran burning
Czechia said it condemns hate speech but raised concerns regarding specific aspects of the resolution's text.
'Love each other and wish the truth to everyone': Martyr Jan Hus's message resonates in Czechia today
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July 6, 2023, Jan Hus day is a national holiday. Why does the religious reformer's legacy endure in Czechia?
Celebrations of Sts. Cyril and Methodius' legacy in Velehrad culminate with morning mass
During the festivities, Velehrad’s visitors could also participate in the manual rewriting of the Velehrad Codex.
Prague archbishop defends former Pope John Paul II against cover-up allegations
A Polish television station reported that, when he was still archbishop of Kraków, he helped to hide priests accused of abusing children.
Czech news for Feb. 22: Cave hall discovered in Moravia, apartment sales crash
Top headlines for the Czech Republic in brief for Wednesday, Feb. 22, 2023.
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The St. Jan Nepomucký statue on Prague's Charles Bridge turns 340 years old
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An error in a chronicle led to the statue being erected 10 years early, on what was thought to be the 300th anniversary of Nepomucký's death.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Czech children don't exercise enough, snow on the way, and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 17, 2023.
A tale of two Christmases: Why do some celebrate this holiday in January?
Due to a calendar error going back two millennia, thousands of people in Czechia and millions more worldwide will celebrate Christmas on Jan.7.
Prague Archdiocese plans to sell iconic bell tower and buy flats to rent out
The Catholic Church in Czechia is planning for its financial future after 2030, when it stops receiving state support.
On the trail of Jan Hus: Following the reformer’s footstep in Czechia
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Hus’ birthplace as well as churches and castles where he preached and wrote are open to the public.
Velehrad pilgrimage commemorates Sts. Cyril and Methodius' visit to Moravia
A close associate of Pope Francis will celebrate mass in front of the oldest basilica in the country.
Who was the last Czech king? A relic of the monarch returns to Prague Castle
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Emperor Karl I of Austria, who counted king of Bohemia among his titles, lived briefly at Prague Castle.
Blue Monday and Ugly Wednesday: Czech Easter week traditions explained
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Every day in the week leading up to Easter, as well as the Monday right after, is steeped in folk culture.
Czech Olympic hockey jerseys named the most beautiful of all time
Plus: Czech mortgage loans fell significantly in January, anti-misinformation hub launches in Prague, Budvar reports record output for second year running.
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