PHOTO GALLERY: Robert Redford bonded with Havel, had a taste for Czech beer
'Havel like Belmondo': Prague underpass mural honors an icon in living color
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Though not historically accurate, the depiction is intended to place Václav Havel’s image in today's age and appeal to the younger generation.
New poetry jukebox on Prague's Wenceslas Square offers echoes of the past
The Czech new Poesiomat will play recordings from some of the country's most famous political and cultural figures in the past century.
On this day: Václav Havel’s 1990 address to U.S. Congress looks starkly different today
OPINION: The former Czech president’s speech in Washington 35 years ago now resonates in a world where democracy’s future seems increasingly uncertain.
'Heart to the Castle' initiative marks 12 years since Havel's death with Prague parade
In addition to commemorative events, politicians and dignitaries took to social media to mark 12 years since Havel's death on Dec. 18, 2011.
Salman Rushdie receives first-ever Václav Havel award in New York
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The award recognizes writers persecuted for their beliefs who exemplify the late Czech dissident's commitment to human rights advocacy.
Freedom Festival 2023: Prague to honor Velvet Revolution with full lineup of events
The capital's Národní Street and Wenceslas Square come alive on Nov. 17 with concerts, memorials, and more, marking 34 years of the uprising.
Typewriters, keys, and vinyl records: Prague Airport gets unique Václav Havel exhibit
The artist wanted to display the many and differing parts of the late Czech president's life, including his time as a playwright and writer.
Pavel at Forum 2000: Democracy is vulnerable and cannot be taken for granted
Also speaking at the Prague conference, Moldovan President Maia Sandu highlighted similarities between Czechoslovakia and Moldova’s history.
On this day: The world remembers Václav Havel on his 87th birthday
Leaders took to social networks this morning to honor Havel, the former president and renowned playwright who led Czechoslovakia's Velvet Revolution.
Brno Airport launches historic long-haul flight from Czechia to Thailand
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Starting December, travelers will be able to catch a plane from Brno to Phuket.
Prague Airport flying high with profit of almost CZK 300 million last year
Almost 11 million people used the airport in 2022, twice as many as the previous year.
Czech historians on today's inauguration: A president for a new generation
Historians compare Pavel and predecessors and explain why his presidency isn't a breakthrough but a natural "changing of the guard."
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
Czech Switzerland tourism numbers in danger, wild boars pose problems to hunters, and more buzzworthy headlines for Jan. 26, 2023.
Prague unveils special tram marking 30 years since Václav Havel's presidency
The tram celebrates three decades of an independent Czech Republic and reminds people of Havel's efforts promoting freedom.
PHOTO GALLERY: Barrandov’s first film began shooting 90 years ago
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The history of the famous film studio began with an obscure crime mystery called 'Murder on Ostrovní Street' in 1933.
The Daily Dozen: 12 things to know about Czechia today
More banks to share ATMs, news on foreigner's health insurance monopoly, Prague metro stations turn 42, and more buzzworthy headlines for Dec.19.
Czech politicians commemorate anniversary of Václav Havel's death
The anti-communist leader played an essential role in Czechia’s transition to democracy.
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