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Czech museum to return Beethoven score saved from Nazis to its owners

The autograph of the 4th movement for strings in B-flat Major, op. 130, a highly valued late quartet by the German composer, will go back to the Petscheks, once the richest family in pre-World War II Czechoslovakia.

Europe News

Arms made at pace ‘highest since Cold War’ as Europe’s east aids Kyiv

Central and eastern European countries, from the Czech Republic to Poland, have seen their guns and ammo manufacturing reach 30-year highs as they try to replenish stock donated to Ukraine and beef up their own defence.

Travel News

New sleeper train to link Prague and Zurich via Germany

The new ‘Canopus’ service will expand the overnight options between the two countries, allowing travellers to transit through Germany rather than Austria.

Destinations

These are the easiest countries in Europe to learn the language

Learning local languages or dialects can help you to integrate quicker. Here’s where it is easiest (and hardest) to pick up the local tongue.

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Ukraine

Ukraine war: Five key developments to know about today

Here is a round-up of some of Sunday's main events linked to Russia's war against Ukraine.

Czech Republic

Thousands attend LGBTQ rally in Prague after Slovakia shooting

The two gay men were killed two weeks ago in front of a popular bar in Bratislava.

Euronews Witness

Czech voters turn to the far-right for answers to the energy crisis

The far-right SPD party has been gaining support in the Czech Republic as the cost of living soars, pushing many into poverty.

My Europe Series

New fears and border checks in Central Europe over increased migration

On Thursday, the Czech Republic temporarily reinstated controls on its border with Slovakia in response to an increase in "illegal migration."

Travel News

Tourist fined for driving over Prague’s iconic Charles Bridge

Police say the car’s owner was issued a further fine for parking in an unauthorised area without paying.

Europe News

Former Czech Prime Minister Andrej Babis faces fraud trial

"I don't feel guilty," Babis said in his opening statement. "I'm innocent."

Czech Republic

Prague’s Lennon wall is completely repainted in just one day

The iconic Lennon Wall was spontaneously created on the Mala Strana in Prague in the 1980s. A symbol of freedom and western values in the then communist Czechoslovakia, John Lennon was depicted on the wall after his assassination, followed by people's messages of love and peace.

Czech Republic

Mass Czech protest against government, EU and NATO

Tens of thousands protested in Prague on Saturday, calling on the government to control energy prices, while voicing opposition to the EU and NATO.

Czech Republic

Czech government survives no-confidence vote over energy crisis

Opposition lawmakers had also called for the resignation of the interior minister over alleged corruption links.

Ocean

Traditional fishing and aquaculture: in harmony with nature

In partnership with the European Commission

Professional fishers and fish farmers in parts of Spain and the Czech Republic are going about their business in a way that is both eco-friendly and able to earn them a living.

Ocean

Aquaculture in fish ponds can be positive for the environment

In partnership with the European Commission

A traditional form of aquaculture practiced aross the European Union for centuries is beneficial to the environment, biodiversity, and local communities

Home

This company wants to use 3D printing to help rebuild Ukraine

ICE Industrial Services, a company in the Czech Republic, is hoping that it can help renew the damaged infrastructure in Ukraine.

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Czech Rep hosts cliff and high diving competition

High diving competitors at a water reservoir in rural Czech Republic beat the heat.

World News

Fires ongoing in Czech Republic's Bohemia Switzerland National Park

Wildfires in the Czech Republic's Switzerland National Park are ongoing and have burnt almost 1100 hectares, but firefighters are optimistic as they start to bring them under control.

My Europe Series

Czechs turn to second-hand shops amid pandemic and inflation

Second-hand shopping is becoming more popular in the Czech Republic following the pandemic and amid high inflation.

Germany

Hundreds of firefighters battle blazes in Germany and Czech Republic

Hundreds of firefighters have been battling wildfires in eastern Germany and neighbouring Czech Republic on Tuesday as tourist regions and residential areas are being evacuated.