Czech National Bank raises interest rates to highest level since 1999
Plus: State-paid health insurance contributions to drop, PPF selects new boss, and a new poll says most Czechs think good coffee is an important job perk.
Czech daily news roundup: Monday, May 2, 2022
Lower house chairwoman visits Sweden, gas reserves to be boosted, and houses of Parliament will open to the public this weekend.
Fun things to do in Prague (April 29 to May 5): Mirror maze marks 130 years
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Plus: Witches Night on April 30, open houses and a block party for May 1, and A-ha's first Prague appearance.
Prague festival fundraiser to celebrate Ukrainian food and culture
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A fundraising festival dedicated to Ukrainian music and dishes will be held at the Prague Market next week.
From Bavaria to Bohemia a joint exhibition will show Baroque art in a new light
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The international exhibit will put the era into context and should be one of the significant cultural events of the year.
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Petition wants Prague street named for Soviet marshal renamed for comic genius
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Previous efforts to rename Koněvova Street in Žižkov have failed but the war has once again put the issue in the spotlight.
From markets to brunch: 10 ways to enjoy Easter in Prague and beyond
From brunch to family activities, take advantage of the long weekend and lovely weather this Easter.
New outdoor exhibition celebrates 100 years of Greater Prague
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Prague as we know it today was founded in 1922, and a new exhibition at Mariánské náměstí celebrates 100 years of the contemporary Czech capital.
An original English-language comedy debuts at Prague's newest theater space
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Plus more tips for upcoming weekend events in the Czech capital.
Prague’s biggest film festival turns an eye toward Ukraine this year
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Febiofest has announced a new pushed-back date for its 29th edition and a program that supports Ukrainian filmmakers.
Czech castles show off new spaces and tour routes this spring
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The tourist season starts on April 1; for the first time after two years there won’t be restrictions but prices have gone up.
When it comes to culture, Prague outranks London and Vienna
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The Czech capital has been named Europe’s most cultural city, so what’s the reason for its international significance?
Best things to do in Prague in March 2022: See Irish comic Mike Rice
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March closes out with a one-man comedy show called 'The Best Man in Ireland' at Hotel Alwyn in Karlín.
Prague's new modern art museum occupies a former electrical substation
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Kunsthalle Praha, in a former industrial ruin in Malá Strana, will open with electricity-inspired artworks.
Czechs are the world’s top language learners, says Duolingo
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An annual report from the popular app put the Czech Republic in the top spot for dedication to learning languages.
Prague avant-garde theatre pioneer breaks language barrier with bold performances
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Alfred ve dvoře is for "people who prefer art galleries," says artistic director Tomáš Procházka of the theatre's visual, non-verbal shows.
Make way for the Czech Beaujolais: St. Martin's wine explained
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A record number of Czech and Moravian wines qualify for the St. Martin’s wine this year, arriving in Czech restaurants and shops from Nov. 11.
