Ukraine and the Czech Republic have signed a number of documents following joint government consultations, including intentions to cooperate in the energy sector and the fight against crime. The five Memorandum covers a wide range of cooperation areas, including energy security, renewable energy and hydrogen development, electricity infrastructure modernization, nuclear energy cooperation, e-mobility infrastructure expansion, and support for gas storage and production in Ukraine. More specifically: Agreement between Ukraine and the Czech Republic on cooperation in the fight against crime and ensuring public order and security. Memorandum of Intent on cooperation in the energy sector. In particular, on the implementation of a project to transport various types of oil through the South Druzhba pipeline. Ukraine also encourages Czech companies to store gas in Ukrainian underground storage facilities and invest in gas production in Ukraine, and invites Czech companies to join projects to build new highly maneuverable gas generation, biofuel plants, and battery storage systems. The Czech Republic will promote the development of decentralized energy in Ukraine. Memorandum between the State Space Agency of Ukraine and the Ministry of Transport of the Czech Republic, which provides for a new level of cooperation in the development of the space industry....
The 21st edition of Colours of Ostrava kicks off in the Moravian-Silesian capital on Wednesday. Colours of Ostrava is a multi-genre international music festival that has been held in the Dolní Vítkovice area since 2012. As every year, the former site of the steelworks, mines, and ironworks will come alive with a program of over 450 items on 24 open and indoor stages. Visitors can expect concerts by foreign and domestic performers and bands, discussions, theatres, workshops, and much more. The music program will welcome the opulent and extravagant show of Sam Smith, who will perform in the Czech Republic for the first time ever. The lineup also features such names from the music world scene as Tom Morello, Lenny Kravitz, Sean Paul, Zara Larsson, Gary Clark Jr., James Blake, as well as more indie and other genre-diverse music. As part of the accompanying program, visitors can look forward to theatre performances by Losers Cirque Company, Tribes, Bum Bum Comedy Club, and much more. Since 2016, the event has taken place concurrently with the international discussion forum Meltingpot. Among other awards, in 2005 and 2006, Colours won the Musical Event of the Year prize at the Anděl Awards. In 2016,...
On Tuesday, July 16, the Prague Zoo announced the birth of a baby Nubian giraffe. Although the baby girl was born two weeks ago, the zoo waited to share the news due to concerns about her condition. Shortly after birth, it was noticed that her left front leg lacked stability. Fortunately, walking on a hard surface and her mother’s attentive care helped correct the issue without the need for veterinary intervention. Starting today, visitors can see the newborn giraffe in the African House pavilion at the top of the zoo. “The year of notable births for both visitors and future breeding is far from over. Gorillas, orangutans, wombats, and pangolins have been joined by a baby giraffe,” said Zoo Director Miroslav Bobek. Male giraffe Johan mated with female Farah in April last year. The zoo closely monitored Farah for signs of pregnancy. One year, two months, and twenty-nine days later, Johan’s thirtieth and final offspring was born. This is Farah’s fourth calf. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
Czechia is home to a collection of water bodies, from historic ponds and lakes to scenic quarries, each offering opportunities for swimming, boating, and relaxing. Machovo Lake Lake Machová is actually the largest lake in Bohemia, created during the reign of Charles IV. In summer, visitors can swim, fish, ride boats and catamarans, and rent paddleboats. There are also 30-minute sightseeing water excursions available. The shores boast four large sandy beaches, a water park, and an indoor pool for bad weather. In winter, Lake Machová freezes over, transforming into a natural ice rink. Location: Near the town of Doksy, Liberec region Lake Konetopi Lake Konetopi is a flooded sand pit that was opened for swimming relatively recently. It features a grassy and small sandy beach on one side. The water is clean and clear, but vacationers might spot freshwater jellyfish during the season. Note that dogs are not allowed on the beaches. Location: Between the villages of Konotopy and Drzysy, Central Bohemia region Lake Lhota Located 20 km from Prague, Lake Lhota is a large body of water on the site of a former sand pit. Some areas are as deep as 14 meters, but the water heats up well....
Legendary American singer-songwriter, pop music icon, and Nobel Prize winner for literature Bob Dylan is coming to the Czech Republic again. As part of his fall tour, he will perform at the O2 Universum in Prague for three consecutive evenings on October 4th, 5th, and 6th. He will start his European tour in Prague; after that, he will head to Germany, France, Luxembourg, and the United Kingdom. Tickets for the European concerts will be on sale from July 19. In Germany, Dylan will perform in Erfurt, Berlin (three times), Nuremberg, Frankfurt (three times), Stuttgart, and Saarbrücken. These performances are part of his “Rough & Rowdy Ways Tour”, named after his last studio album from 2020. Dylan last performed in Prague in April 2019, also for three nights, with chamber-tuned concerts hosted by Prague’s Lucerna. Dylan first performed in Prague on July 16, 1994, at a packed hockey hall at the Prague Exhibition Centre, attracting ten thousand listeners. He returned in March 1995 to start his next tour with three concerts at the Congress Center. Born on May 24, 1941, Bob Dylan is one of the most influential cultural figures, whose impact has transcended the boundaries of music. Over his 60-year...
The Czech and Ukrainian governments will hold a joint meeting in Prague on Tuesday, focusing on cooperation in defense, energy, and migration. The Government Office announced this on Monday. Discussions will also cover the potential involvement of Czech companies in the reconstruction of war-torn Ukraine. The two cabinets last met in Kyiv in October 2022, with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky in attendance. The topics of that meeting were similar, emphasizing Ukraine’s ambitions to join the European Union. The upcoming consultations will be led by Czech Prime Minister Petr Fiala and Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyhal. Key Czech officials attending the meeting include Interior Minister Vít Rakušan, Regional Development Minister Ivan Bartoš, Health Minister Vlastimil Válek, Defense Minister Jana Černochová, Foreign Minister Jan Lipavský, Industry and Trade Minister Jozef Síkela, Transport Minister Martin Kupka, Education Minister Mikuláš Bek, Agriculture Minister Marek Výborný, and Science, Research and Innovation Minister Marek Ženíšek. On Wednesday, the Czech cabinet will hold its regular meeting. The Czech government also holds joint meetings with the Polish cabinet. However, the traditional meeting with the Slovak government has been temporarily suspended due to differing views on foreign policy issues, including their stance on aid to Ukraine. Would you like...
According to reports, interest in moving abroad spiked after the recent presidential debate. So what are the best places to live in the world? Ask the expats—they offer a unique perspective on living in foreign countries, making their feedback invaluable. This year marks the 11th edition of the Expat Insider report by InterNations, which is one of the most comprehensive studies on expat life, gathering responses from over 12,500 expats representing 175 nationalities in 174 countries or territories. The report ranks the best countries to live by analyzing factors such as Quality of Life, Ease of Settling In, Working Abroad, Personal Finance and the Expat Essentials Index (which covers housing, administration, language and digital life). This year, Panama has climbed to the top—an impressive leap from its third-place ranking last year—knocking Mexico to the second spot. Compare these results to 2023 and 2022, when Mexico ranked number one. Unfriendly Czechs, But Transport is Top-Notch The Czech Republic has ranked surprisingly low, falling from 21st place last year to 39th this year in the Expat Insider Index. Survey respondents primarily blame the unfriendliness of the locals. Expats report not feeling welcome and find it hard to make friends among Czechs. In...
Besides hosting major music and film festivals, Czechia is set to welcome some of the big names on the music scene this summer. As always, music lovers of all genres will be heading to the Colours of Ostrava festival (17 -20 July 2024) at Dolní Vítkovice in the city of Ostrava, the industrial heartland of Czechia’s eastern region. Colours of Ostrava will feature Sam Smith, five-time Grammy winner, as well as Lenny Kravitz, who will also be playing songs from his new album Blue Electric Light. Hradec Králové, a city renowned for its culture and entertainment, will host the ladies’ favourite, Ed Sheeran. In response to the great interest shown by fans, he’ll be performing twice in Park 360 in Hradec Králové, on 27 and 28 July 2024. The rap event of the year will be a performance by hip-hop icon Travis Scott at the O2 Arena in Prague on 18 July 2024. The American star will be appearing as part of his UTOPIA – Circus Maximus Tour 2023. In Prague, visitors have a wealth of ways to spend their leisure time, from strolling through the historical centre with the iconic Charles Bridge or visiting Prague Castle to relaxing on the romantic...
A team led by the management of the National Museum (NM) in Prague is developing a concept for a multimedia museum dedicated to world cultures, named Museum of the World – Museum Mundi. This innovative museum could be built above the roofed tracks of the main station. Investors had previously announced that a public building would be constructed there. If all goes well, construction could commence within seven years, according to Michal Lukeš, the director general of the National Museum in Prague. “There hasn’t been a new museum building in Prague since the National Technical Museum. If we want a quality museum with innovative presentations, we can’t use existing premises,” said Lukeš. “We aim to showcase common human experiences such as birth, upbringing, relationships, home, business, medicine, law, government, conflict, and funerals. This will highlight both unity and diversity. Our slogan will be ‘Unity in Diversity.’ We are searching for a novel way to present human civilization,” he added. Currently, the collections of world cultures are housed in the Náprstek Museum of Asian, African, and American Cultures, but this space is inadequate for NM’s future plans and is undergoing renovation. “We concluded that it’s not feasible to house the Museum...
Czech politicians have strongly condemned the assassination attempt on US presidential candidate Donald Trump. Andrej Babiš, the former Czech presidential candidate and head of the ANO movement, called the act “crazy” on the social network X on Sunday. Trump was shot in the upper part of his right ear by a 20-year-old during a rally at an amusement park in Butler, Pennsylvania. One spectator was killed and two critically injured in the shooting. “Crazy, every normal person has to condemn this,” former Prime Minister Babiš commented on X. Pokus o atentát na @realDonaldTrump. Šílené, každý normální člověk to musí odsoudit. Přeju mu rychlé uzdravení. — Andrej Babiš (@AndrejBabis) July 14, 2024 Current Prime Minister Petr Fiala (ODS) also condemned the attack and wished Trump a speedy recovery. “Politics should be a battle of opinions, violence must have no place in it. I strongly condemn the attack on Donald Trump and wish him a speedy recovery,” Fiala said on X. Politika má být soubojem názorů, násilí v ní nesmí mít místo. Důrazně odsuzuji útok na Donalda Trumpa a přeji mu brzké uzdravení. — Petr Fiala (@P_Fiala) July 14, 2024 Czech Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Vít Rakušan (STAN) echoed these...
Barbora Krejcikova secures the second major singles title of her career and becomes a Wimbledon champion for the very first time! The 28-year-old Czech and No. 31 seed became the eighth different woman to win Wimbledon in the last eight years when she beat No. 7 Jasmine Paolini, 6-2, 2-6, 6-4, in the ladies final. It was the second major singles title for Krejčíková, who also won Roland Garros in 2021. She has been primarily a doubles specialist in her career and owns 10 Grand Slam titles in women’s and mixed doubles. She is now 12-3 in all Grand Slam finals. The winner gets £2.7 million, or just over $3.4 million, while the runner-up receives £1.4 million, or close to $1.8 million. After getting an early break in the first game, Krejčíková earned a second for 4-1 when Paolini netted a two-hand backhand. Krejčíková took the first set in 35 minutes, capturing it with a forehand winner that Paolini returned into the net. She only missed two first serves in the set. 13 – Barbora Krejcikova is the fourth player in the Open Era, with 13+ Women’s Singles Major appearances between their first two Major titles after Mary Pierce (20),...
Residents and visitors of Prague can enjoy a special week-long discount at several museums and galleries in the city center. From July 15 to July 21, these cultural institutions will offer a 20% discount on admission as part of the “Cultural Mile” initiative by the city’s authorities. The project’s aim is to elevate the prestige of fine art in Prague and attract more visitors to its art institutions. This initiative provides a perfect opportunity to explore Prague’s rich cultural heritage at a reduced cost. Participating museums and galleries include: Clam-Gallas Palace One of Prague’s masterpieces of Baroque architecture and a superb example of Baroque living and the aristocratic lifestyle of the time. Ludwig van Beethoven and Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart both performed here, for instance. Museum of Decorative Arts The building is a work of art in its own right. It was financed by Czech patrons and industrialists and its lavish embellishments showcase the best that arts and crafts in the Czech lands of the 19th century had to offer. You will be endlessly amazed, as are we Prague residents. By the way, the museum building offers a beautiful view of one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in the world. Prague...
Don’t have an account? Register
[swpm_registration_form level=”6″]
Already have an account? Log In
How Would You Like to Promote Your Business? PR ArticleDisplay bannersVideo productionNewsletter adsJob ListingsInfluencer Marketing
Your Email
We will come back to you within 24 hours with our proporsal
