Prague's National Museum to display rare 'Lucy' skeleton for first time in Europe
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The 3.2-million-year-old set of bones, discovered in 1974, was once considered as belonging to the earliest known member of the human family.
Czech scientists help decode oldest human DNA in Europe
The research offers a rare glimpse into the continent’s earliest humans and their links to Neanderthals in Europe.
A rare celestial grouping will be visible in Czechia's pre-dawn sky this week
A series of planets, the Moon, and star clusters are set to align in the pre-dawn sky on Tuesday and Wednesday, according to astronomers.
Czech archaeologist inducted into American Academy of Arts and Sciences
Egyptologist Miroslav Bárta has become just the fourth Czech representative to be elected to the prestigious American institute.
Orionid meteor shower lights up the Czech sky, with peak from Oct. 21–22
The peak of the meteor shower will be tonight, and clear skies in the Czech forecast make for optimal viewing conditions outside of major cities.
Climate change is making Czech beer less flavorful and more expensive
Czech beer may soon be a victim of climate change, according to a researcher at the Global Change Research Institute of the Czech Academy of Sciences.
Rockstar scientist brings immersive 'Horizons' show to Prague in April
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During his acclaimed show, Brian Cox explains the origins of far-away galaxies, alien worlds, and supermassive black holes via a tech spectacular.
Czechia and the Nobel Prize: Winners, controversies, and connections
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The Czech Republic boasts six Nobel Laureates as well as some fascinating stories about near wins and big-time connections with celebrated winners.
The pandemic spurred global interest in gardening, finds Czech researcher
A comprehensive international study co-authored by Czech scientist Jan Vavra emphasizes the therapeutic role of gardening during crises.
Face of 45,000-year-old Czech woman revealed via new 3D imaging techniques
Fragments of a skull found in 1950 in a cave in Central Bohemia have been fleshed out using a bit of guesswork and speculation.
August brings two supermoons and a blue moon: Here's where to spot them from Prague
For the first time since 2018, the second supermoon, the largest of the year, is also a blue moon.
Czech scientists contribute to breakthrough in northern white rhino preservation project
Only two northern white rhinos, both females born in a Czech zoo, are known to exist in the world.
Czech historical boat expedition unveils ancient Mediterranean colonization secrets
A replica of an 8,000-year-old boat finished a month-long voyage through the waters of the Aegean Sea.
New passage honors forgotten Czech engineer
A shortcut from New Town to Karlín is named after Vladimír List, a pioneer of technical standardization.
News in brief for July 10: Top headlines for Czechia on Monday
Czech photographer captures rare 'dolphin' nebula, German cyclist dies on Czech mountain, and major traffic repairs begin in Prague.
Catch 2023’s first supermoon in the sky over Prague tonight
The buck moon is larger and brighter than normal; you can see it from any place with a clear view to the southeast.
National Museum in Prague opens a permanent exhibition just for kids
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The Children's Museum, a new permanent feature in the New Building, has interactive features meant to engage young minds.
