The Red Bull Racing team will hold a Formula 1 car demonstration run in Prague on Saturday, 17 August, as part of the international Red Bull Showrun. Besides the car race, attendees will enjoy stunt performances, drifting, and demonstrations by other racing cars and motorbikes. The event will take place on Rohanské nábřeží in the Karlin district. There will be a track, spectator stands, a fan zone with themed entertainment, and fast food tents. This event is part of a promotional campaign by the energy drink manufacturer Red Bull, which owns the racing team. Ticket sales start on 11 June at 10:00 am via this link. Prices range from CZK 390 to 1790, depending on the grandstand seat. The star of the show will be the RB7 car. Sebastian Vettel drove this car to become the world champion in the 2011 season, and the Red Bull-Renault team won the constructors’ Cup. The identity of the driver in Prague remains a secret. Organizers promise it will be ‘an iconic figure in the world of Formula 1.’ “When we bring our show to the city, for most spectators it becomes their first introduction to a racing car. When they see and hear...
Mandarin Oriental has opened a new dining experience with its restaurant, Monastiq. The concept celebrates Czech culinary history and the hotel’s architectural heritage, dating back to a 14th-century Dominican monastery. Head Chef Michal Horváth and his deputy Aleš Bursík lead the culinary team, drawing inspiration from historical texts and contemporary cookbooks. Their creations narrate the stories of centuries-old dishes, reimagined with modern techniques and the finest ingredients. The menu features dishes like the “Czech Aristocrat,” a veal steak with warm potato salad, pickled gherkins, and apple cider vinegar, adhering to a mid-19th-century recipe. The “Silk Road” offers lamb chops and croquettes with mulberries and roasted celery, honoring the 14th-century Czech silk industry. The bar menu features lighter dishes perfect for sharing, along with modern takes on salads and popular classics. Guests can also enjoy a selection of Czech wines. The bar offers signature cocktails inspired by Czech personalities like Jan Werich and Václav Havel. “Guests will first be captivated by the unique location and rich history of our hotel and Malá Strana. They will then embark on an authentic gastronomic journey at Monastiq, where they will experience the history of Czech cuisine through modern dishes,” explains Duarte Correia, General Manager...
The Czech Republic will end its dependence on Russian oil by mid-2025 thanks to an expansion of the Transalpine Pipeline (TAL) from Italy, Prime Minister Petr Fiala said Tuesday. TAL brings oil from the Italian port of Trieste to southern Germany, where it connects to the IKL pipeline taking it to the Czech Republic. The pipeline extension will double capacity for the EU and NATO member to eight million tons when it becomes operational next year. The country has already wean itself off Russian natural gas completely in the wake of Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine. “Work on the expansion of the TAL pipeline has started, which means we will shake off the dependence on Russian oil after 60 years,” Fiala told reporters during a visit to the state oil company Mero in Nelahozeves, north of Prague. “We expect full launch in the first half of 2025 at the latest,” he said. The Czech Republic gets most of its oil via the Druzhba pipeline, launched in the 1960s when the country was part of Czechoslovakia, which was controlled by the Soviet Union. Shortly after Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, the European Union imposed a ban on most oil imports from...
Czech average wages grew by 4.8% year-on-year in real terms in the first quarter, the statistics office said on Tuesday, the first increase in over two years as inflation eased back to the central bank’s target range. The real increase was higher than analysts’ median forecast of 4.1% and the Czech National Bank’s prediction of 4.2%. Nominal wages increased by 7.0% year-on-year to begin 2024. Central bank policymakers are closely tracking changes in wages as they navigate an easing policy started last December that has delivered 175 basis points in cuts to the key two-week repo rate, which stands at 5.25%. Markets are watching for signs the central bank may slow its easing pace, after it cut in 50-basis-point steps at the past three meetings. Worker wages fell consecutively in real terms for nine straight quarters to the end of 2023, as a surge in prices in the past few years pushed inflation to double digits. “After nine quarters there was thus a turnabout, although in some economic activities – (like) industries – the wage of the employees has not increased in real term,” Jitka Erhartova, the head of the statistics office’s labour unit, said. Inflation fell to the central...
Residents and visitors of Prague can enjoy a visit to the Musoleum Museum with a reduced ticket price (CZK 150) showcasing the works of renowned Czech artist David Černý on 15 June. The museum will open its doors from 19:00 to 22:00 as part of the “Night of Museums 2024” event. No pre-registration is required—just come and enjoy the art. On regular days, admission to the Musoleum costs 300 Kč. The museum, which opened on 1 April 2023, spans five floors and covers 1,200 square meters. The exhibits offer a comprehensive look at Černý’s artistic career, featuring completed sculptures, sketches, unfinished projects, and other works. You can see both the Trabant and the scaled-down Entropa in the new museum. You will also find sculptures of four giant pistols, Albert Einstein’s face made of coloured resin, a male nude with a helicopter head, numerous representations of genitals, and a model of a red bus doing push-ups, which Černý made in 2012 on the occasion of the Summer Olympics in London. On one of the terraces, from where you can get a view of Prague, you will also come across a raised middle finger. In the times of President Miloš Zeman, it...
All of the patients are expected to make a full recovery. At least 22 people were taken to the hospital in Liberec on Sunday after lightning hit a tree. All of the patients, which included at least nine children, are in stable condition and many have already been discharged from the hospital. One woman was sent to the ICU suffering from minor burns and trouble moving her limbs, but a spokesperson told CT24 her condition is improving. The originally announced 18 casualties, some of whom had to be resuscitated by paramedics on the spot, suffered injuries ranging from severe to light. Three other people were later admitted to hospital on the recommendation of medical professionals and one more injured person, in addition to the originally announced 18, was taken to hospital by ambulance. The injured had been hiding under a tree at a public park when the accident occurred. The lightning strike occurred at a Children’s Day event in the castle park in Vratislavice nad Nisou around 3:30 p.m. on Sunday. Would you like us to write about your business? Find out more
Between 2001 and 2022, the number of foreigners living in Prague increased from 61,000 to 345,000. This means that foreigners now make up about a quarter of the city’s population. Without this influx, Prague’s population would be slightly decreasing. This data comes from an analysis by the city’s Institute of Planning and Development (IPR), presented to city councillors on Monday. The majority of these foreigners come from Ukraine, Slovakia, Russia, and Vietnam. The report indicates that the growth in the foreign population was significantly impacted by Russia’s attack on Ukraine in February 2022, which led to over 100,000 Ukrainian refugees relocating to Prague. However, the number of residence permits issued might not accurately reflect the actual number of Ukrainians in the city, as there is no precise record of those who have left the Czech Republic. Migration has played a crucial role in maintaining Prague’s population numbers. Without foreign residents, the population would have decreased by around 5,000 between 2016 and 2021. The analysis notes that, on average, just under 15,000 foreigners have been added to Prague annually from 2016 to 2021, with 12,000 being migrants and the remaining 3,000 being children of immigrants. The foreign population in Prague is...
Czech police arrested four foreign nationals for attacking a group of Ukrainian activists in Prague on June 1. “In connection with Saturday’s [June 1] incident at Old Town Square, police arrested four foreigners at Prague airport,” the police announced via Twitter on June 3. The authorities have launched a criminal probe, investigating multiple criminal offenses. “Considering the new facts that have come to light, the case will most likely be reclassified,” the message continues. “Given the ongoing investigation, we will not provide any further information at this time.” Videos shared on social media appear to show the individuals hitting the volunteers with their hands and feet. The assault was accompanied by profane language directed at Ukrainians and Czechs. On 1 June, one of the Prague Maidan volunteers posted a video on social media showing a group of Russian-speaking men and women approaching and attacking them. Eventually, the initiative’s stand was damaged by the incident. One of the Ukrainian activists shared a photo showing her hand covered in blood after the fight. According to her, the woman hit a Czech volunteer on the head, while the man told another activist, “How well it is that Russia is killing us.” Czechia has...
Musician Bruce Springsteen was supposed to perform in Prague on Tuesday, May 28, but due to vocal cord issues, he had to postpone the concert. Fortunately, he will not disappoint his fans and will come to the capital with his show on Sunday, June 15, next year. Organizers have confirmed that the original tickets are valid for the new date, with no need for exchanges. Ticket refunds are available for the next three months, until September 3, 2024. Springsteen is one of the world’s best-selling artists, with over 140 million records sold worldwide, including more than 70 million in the United States. His tour last year was a massive success, selling more than 1.6 million tickets for the European leg and earning universal acclaim as one of the band’s best performances. The tour, which kicked off this past May, saw Springsteen hit the road with The E Street Band. The American music icon visited the UK first, then Ireland and France, and was due to continue to the Czech Republic, which was unfortunately delayed due to his vocal cord issues. Springsteen has won numerous awards in his career, including 20 Grammys, an Oscar, two Golden Globes, and a special Tony...
The Vltava River in Prague has reached the first level of flood activity today due to heavy rains. As a result, the flood gates at Čertovka and parts of the embankments are being closed. The cycle path in Zbraslav will also be shut down, and ferry operations are suspended. On Monday morning, the Prague City Flood Authority convened again due to the unpredictable weather. The Vltava Cascade, especially the Orlík River, is receiving a significant amount of water. “Effective immediately, parts of the embankments on Hořejší nábřeží between Palacký Bridge and Jirásek Bridge, and the southern part of Rašín’s Embankment are closed. The cycle path between the Závodu míru bridge in Zbraslav and Vraný nad Vltavou is also closed. Ferry operations in Prague are suspended,” said municipal spokesman Vít Hofman. Prague authorities advise those near the Vltava River to stay vigilant and monitor the situation closely. They recommend against parking vehicles on the embankments, as these may need to be moved quickly if conditions worsen. “The weather’s development is unpredictable, and parked vehicles could hinder further measures,” the spokesman noted. “All measures are precautionary to protect residents and tourists in the city. We will continue to monitor the weather and...
Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air will launch a direct flight between Prague and the Bulgarian resort city of Varna. The new airline service will start operating on 1 August 2024, as announced in a press release. An Airbus A321 aircraft, with a capacity of 230 passengers, will be put on the route. The flights will run twice a week—on Thursdays and Sundays. The flight duration will be approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes. Tickets are already on sale on the official website of the low-cost carrier, with round-trip prices starting at CZK 2900. Today, Smartwings and Bulgaria Air also fly this route. However, their prices are almost twice as high. About Varna Bulgaria’s third city and maritime capital, Varna is the most interesting and cosmopolitan town on the Black Sea coast. A combination of port city, naval base, and seaside resort, it’s an appealing place to while away a few days, packed with history yet thoroughly modern, with an enormous park to amble round and a lengthy beach to lounge on. In the city center, you’ll find Bulgaria’s largest Roman baths complex and its finest archaeological museum, as well as a lively cultural and restaurant scene. Would you like us...
The Festival of Microbreweries at Prague Castle is an annually event taking place in the beautiful premises of the Royal Garden of Prague Castle, on Střelecka cesta below the Royal Summer Palace. Microbreweries are the waters of life and a modern phenomenon of brewing skills. Twenty-five years ago there only existed one microbrewery in the Czech Republic, the brewery U Fleků; today there are approximately 170. The organizer is the Czech-Moravian Association of Microbreweries, which aims to present to the public the production of microbreweries from all over the Czech Republic. The participation of 51 Czech and Moravian breweries has already been confirmed, as well as the participation of guests, which this year are breweries from Hungary. The festival is unique in that it is a tasting event, where the aim is not to sell and drink as much as possible, but to taste and get to know the Czech beer culture. Brewers and owners of individual breweries will be at the taps to present their beers and breweries. Participating breweries include favorites like Clock, Purkmistr, U Medvídků, Hoppy Dog, Joe’s Garage, Faltus, Permon, Kocour, and countless others. The number of visitors is limited due to the location and security of Prague Castle, so 1200 tickets are available each festival...
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