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80 years ago: How did WWII end in the Czech lands?

Eighty years ago, the most destructive and lethal war in history approached its end. In this series we map the last stages of the war and its aftermath on Czech territory.

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History

Olga Hepnarová: the last woman executed in Czechoslovakia

Olga Hepnarová: the last woman executed in Czechoslovakia

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Film

War conflicts and family relationships among key themes of this year’s One World Festival
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Foreign policy

Will Trump abandon Europe? Top Czech officials meet to discuss global security
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Female Pioneers

Breaking barriers: Anna Novotná Pešková on succeeding in a male-dominated environment

News

Czech female pioneers and their modern successors

Discover the inspiring stories of women who made it in "traditionally male" professions.

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Climate change increases both heart attacks and hailstorms: Why Czech insurance is about to change

Property damage due to extreme weather events in Czechia has been increasing. Due to the autumn floods, as well as other storms, covered damages surpassed CZK 36 billion.

New address: Czechia

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Society

Anniversary of the Week

760th anniversary of the founding of České Budějovice: The fascinating history of the city

The history of one of the most significant towns in the South Bohemian Region dates back to 1265. Its foundation is credited to Přemysl Otakar II, the "Iron and Gold King."

Culture

Pravčická brána | Photo: Miloš Turek, Radio Prague International

Discover Czechia's regions

There is much more to see in Czechia than just Prague. Outside of the capital city, there are thousands of beautiful places to visit. We will guide you through them!

Travel

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Czechia lands spot in Michelin Guide

The world-famous Michelin Guide will feature Czechia as one of the top culinary destinations.

Nature

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Krkonoše National Park launches project to revive rare silver fir tree

The administration of the Krkonoše National Park have launched a project to bring back the rare silver fir to the local forests.

Science and technology

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Scientists now able to detect winds travelling between galaxies, experts from Brno contributed

Intergalactic winds have been described in detail for the first time by an international team of scientists, including astrophysicists from Masaryk University in Brno.

Picture of the week

Plzeň - Open Up!

Giant light puppets and projections on St. Bartholomew's Cathedral were part of the Plzeň 2025 - Open Up! event at the weekend.

Photogallery

Masopust (Mardi Gras)

Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Photo: Barbora Navrátilová, Radio Prague International
Shrove Tuesday on Veselý Kopec|Photo: Tereza Brázdová, Czech Radio

Video

Video of Strahov Stadium: an imposing relic of the past | Radio Prague International

Strahov Stadium: an imposing relic of the past

Jerina Sykora: My motive for fleeing Venezuela was same as my grandmother’s for leaving here

Jerina Sykora discusses swapping Venezuela for the country of her forefathers under a repatriation scheme. The transition was tough but she is grateful to Czechia.

Slavín, the Czech National Tomb is part of Vyšehrad Cemetery | Photo: Vít Pohanka, Radio Prague International

Vyšehrad Cemetery: Prague’s National Pantheon

Vyšehrad Cemetery is Czechia’s national pantheon, where some of the country’s most remarkable figures rest.

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