Share Your Story: Commemorate 100 Years of Czech Radio!

On 18 May 1923, Czechoslovakia became the second European country to have regular radio broadcasts. To mark the centenary of this historic event, Czech Radio is inviting listeners to share their stories and photos of where they listen to the station.

In return, Czech Radio will send a special QSL card issued to mark the centenary. This card comes from a 1933 radio exhibition and shows where the first international radio transmissions from Czechoslovakia were received. Those interested in receiving a physical QSL card can send their postal address, otherwise a digital copy will be sent by email.

So, if you’re a fan of Czech Radio, don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to be part of this historic moment. Send your stories and photos to [email protected] and receive a special QSL card to commemorate the centenary of Czech Radio.

Pavel’s Presence Elevates Roma Holocaust Event as First President in Years to Attend

An annual memorial ceremony to commemorate Czech victims of the Roma and Sinti Holocaust was held at the site of a WWII concentration camp for Roma at Lety in South Bohemia on Sunday. Czech President Petr Pavel was among those who spoke at the solemn event.

“The Lety memorial is a reminder of crimes against those imprisoned at this concentration camp, where more than 1,300 men, women and children lost their freedom, human dignity and in many cases also their lives,” he said.

The current, stopgap memorial at Lety was unveiled by President Václav Havel in 1995 – and until this weekend he was the only Czech head of state to have attended the site’s annual ceremony.

Gwendolyn Albert, who works with the Roma affairs website Romea and took part in Sunday’s edition, said the president’s presence “elevated the annual event in the way that only a president can.”

Senate speaker Miloš Vystrčil, who was also in attendance, said next year’s opening of the new memorial ought to be an opportunity to improve relations between the majority society and the Roma.

Sunday’s ceremony marked the 80th anniversary of the transport of 420 Roma from Lety to the Auschwitz extermination camp.

Jitka Svobodová, Artist, Passes Away at 81

Jitka Svobodová, a Czech artist who began her career as a painter before transitioning to drawings, has passed away at the age of 81. Despite being denied enrollment at Prague’s Academy of Fine Arts multiple times, she eventually got in in 1961.

During the Soviet occupation, she was prohibited from exhibiting her work and instead trained as a restorer. After the fall of communism, she became the head of the drawing studio at the Academy of Fine Art.

At the time of her death, Jitka Svobodová had a retrospective at the Prague City Gallery. Her work will continue to be remembered and celebrated for years to come.

The Crafting of Lasvit: Leon Jakimič and the Birth of “Czechia’s First New Global Luxury Brand”

Leon Jakimič is the head of Lasvit Design, a Czech luxury brand that is making a name for itself in the world of bespoke glassmaking. With a family tradition of glassmaking that dates back to the 18th century, Leon has been able to take the company to new heights. He has managed to open offices in New York, LA, Dubai, and Hong Kong, and has created unique glass trophies for the Miami Open. Leon’s vision for Lasvit is to become the first new luxury brand of the Czech Republic loved globally. With the opening of their own stores and the development of new products, Lasvit is well on its way to achieving this goal.Lasvit is a Czech-based company that specializes in creating bespoke art installations for high-end customers around the world. From private homes to office buildings, super yachts, cruise liners, and retail stores, Lasvit has the skills and know-how to create unique pieces that combine beauty and scientific discovery. With a team of product designers, lighting engineers, design engineers, project managers, installation teams, craftsmen, and girdlers, Lasvit is able to create amazing pieces with metal, glass, and light. Lasvit is also pushing the boundaries of architectural glass, creating art glass facades that turn buildings into meaningful jewels. Lasvit’s goal is to redefine luxury and create products that radiate positive energy. With their unique skills and passion, Lasvit is sure to be a global leader in luxury for years to come.Leon Jakimic, the CEO of Lasvit, is on a mission to redefine luxury. He believes that luxury should be more than just a status symbol. It should be something that lifts people up and has a meaningful story behind it.

Lasvit is a Czech-based design company that specializes in handmade glass and lighting products. Jakimic wants to make a global impact with their products, showing the world something beautiful and meaningful from Czechia.

Jakimic believes that luxury should be something that is handmade and beautifully designed. He wants Lasvit to focus on creating products that have a meaningful story behind them and redefine luxury in a way that lifts people up.

Lasvit is on a mission to make their mark on a global scale and show the world something beautiful and meaningful from Czechia. With Jakimic at the helm, Lasvit is sure to make a lasting impression.

Prague’s Ninth Open House Festival Kicks Off

Open House Prague is a unique event that allows members of the public to explore the city’s architecture. This year, more than 100 buildings will be open to the public, including some that are normally inaccessible.

The event will also feature guided tours, lectures and discussions, with a special focus on the work of three renowned architects: Karel Prager, Věra Machoninová and Antonin Viktor Barvitius.

Open House Prague is a great opportunity to learn more about the city’s architecture and to appreciate the work of its architects. It’s a chance to explore the city in a new way and to gain a deeper understanding of its history and culture.

Survey Indicates Government Parties Unable to Create Coalition at Present

The latest poll by Kantar agency suggests that the ANO party would have come first in the general elections held at the turn of May with 30.5 percent of the vote. The Together bloc, which is in government with the Mayors and the Pirates, would have taken 25 percent of the vote. The Civic Democrats, Pirates, Freedom and Direct Democracy, Mayors, TOP 09, Social Democrats and Christian Democrats would have all just cleared the 5 percent threshold.

The survey indicates that the current government coalition would be unable to form a majority again. This could lead to a period of political uncertainty in the country as the parties attempt to form a new government.

President Pavel Attends Lety Memorial Ceremony

On Saturday, Czech President Petr Pavel and the speakers of both houses of the Czech Parliament, Markéta Adamová Pekarová and Miloš Vyštrcil, attended a memorial ceremony at the site of the World War II concentration camp for Roma at Lety in South Bohemia.

The event was held to commemorate the victims of the Roma and Sinti Holocaust in Bohemia. President Pavel spoke of the need for the majority society to improve its relations with the Roma minority. This was the first time a Czech president had attended the annual event since Václav Havel in the 1990s.

In 2018, the state bought the pig farm that had been built at the site in the 1970s. The farm has since been razed and a memorial to the victims of the Holocaust is due to be unveiled next year. The memorial ceremony was a reminder of the importance of remembering the past and of the need to continue to strive for a better future.

Government Refuses to Alter Austerity Measures Despite Pressure

Prime Minister Petr Fiala has made it clear that the government’s austerity package is not up for negotiation. The package, which was published on Thursday, includes plans to save CZK 94 billion this year through the discontinuation of non-investment subsidies, taxation changes, lay-offs and other measures.

The government is also planning to reform the state old-age pension system. Mr. Fiala said that the cabinet would only make alterations to its plans if there were mistakes in the drafts.

The austerity package has been met with criticism from some quarters, but the Prime Minister has made it clear that the government will not be swayed by pressure and will not change the essential elements of the package.

Czech Radio Celebrates Centenary with Increasing Audience Numbers

Czech Radio is celebrating its centenary this Thursday, May 18, with a milestone to be proud of. According to Radioprojekt, the media organisation’s listener numbers have grown by 100,000 in the last five years, reaching 1.69 million people a day.

The stations, which include Radio Prague International, have also seen their share of the market increase by 4.2 percentage points to 27.7 percent.

Czech Radio’s success is a testament to its commitment to providing quality content and engaging with its audience. As it celebrates its centenary, the organisation looks forward to continuing to serve its listeners for many years to come.

Russia’s Government Ends Free Property Usage Policy

The decision to cancel the resolutions from 1970-1982 was made in order to protect the Czech Republic’s interests and to ensure that the country is not taken advantage of. The government also noted that the resolutions were not in line with the current legal framework.

The decision to cancel the resolutions has been welcomed by many, as it will help to ensure that the Czech Republic is not taken advantage of. It also opens up the possibility of demanding taxes and rent from Russia, even three years retroactively.

The government’s decision to cancel the resolutions from 1970-1982 is a positive step forward for the Czech Republic. It will help to protect the country’s interests and ensure that it is not taken advantage of. It also opens up the possibility of demanding taxes and rent from Russia, even three years retroactively.