News in brief for April 21: Police take aim at speedsters across Czechia today
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Thursday, April 21, 2023, updated regularly to keep you up to speed.
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The original comedy play ‘Jack’s Cake’ slices its way onto a Prague stage
One of the cast members of 'The Office' wrote the play while waiting on the set and decided to revive it during the pandemic.
'420' is here: How much do you know about cannabis in Czechia?
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Take our quiz to test your knowledge of cannabis usage and laws in the country.
VIDEO OF THE WEEK: Take a sneak peek inside more than 100 Prague landmarks
The upcoming Open House Praha event in May includes several buildings that offer tours in English.
Czech government to propose new legal definition of rape
The current definition does not explicitly include the absence of consent.
Czech cities to read out victims' names for Holocaust Remembrance Day
Tomorrow marks exactly 80 years since the start of the Warsaw Ghetto uprising. Today, Czech cities will unite in remembering Jews killed in the Holocaust.
Stunning glass grid selected as new design for Prague's Českomoravská metro
The glass and enamel design matches other stations on the metro B line, and protects the station from the harsh groundwater.
News in brief for April 18: Details on mass murder released, ageism hurting Czech society
The top headlines for the Czech Republic on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, updated daily to keep you up to speed.
Culture this week: VR experience transports viewers to war-torn Ukraine
Plus: Watch European films, or a 'nude' film festival, listen to electronic music from Germany, and much more.
Happy birthday, National Museum! Prague landmarks open for free today
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Prague's National Museum celebrates 205 years on April 15, and the main building and associated locations all offer free admission to celebrate.
Days of European film brings hot topics to Czech screens next week
The 30th edition of the festival presents premieres, award winners, documentaries, and a few classics from almost three dozen countries.
Czech women getting far fewer abortions, but also using contraception less
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The reason for this seemingly paradoxical decline is, among other things, Czechs' lower prioritization of sex.
Bowled over by breakfast: Bjukitchen gives porridge a gourmet makeover
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The newly opened, women-helmed bistro serves signature sweet and savory oatmeal for a healthy breakfast (or lunch!) that doesn't skimp on flavor.
Prague Comic-Con kicks off today with Danny Glover, MacGyver, and cosplay stars
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Fans of science fiction and fantasy can see actors from Star Wars and the new Star Trek series, and meet famous comic book writers.
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This weekend in Prague: Check out spring fashion and design markets
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Plus: Eat lamb for Orthodox Easter, drink gourmet coffee, buy something for your pets, and much more.
