Collection of WWII Ammunition Discovered in Holiday Cottage
Police discovered an impressive collection of World War II ammunition in a holiday cottage in the Brno region while investigating the death of the owner. The discovery has prompted a…
Děvičky Castle Ruins To Be Restored by Volunteers
Volunteers from the Pálava Memorial Association have been working on restoration plans for the ruins of the Děvičky Castle. The 13th-century building was set on fire by the Swedes during…
Brno Philharmonic Orchestra To Stream Live Performances of Brahms and Philip Glass
The Brno Philharmonic will be live streaming a performance of Brahms’ and Philip Glass’s second symphonies on April 15th. The event will see chief conductor Dennis Russell Davies reunited with…
Masaryk University Experts Develop Project Focused on Monitoring Air Pollution
Together with the City of Brno, experts from Masaryk University will develop a project focused on monitoring air pollution in Brno. The research is intended to provide data for the…
Half of Czechs Recognise Sexual Harassment as a Problem
One in every two Czech internet users believe that sexual harassment is a problem that remains to be tackled in Czech Republic. 63% of women agreed with this statement, compared…
Museum of Romani Culture Invites The Public to Honour Roma and Sinti Holocaust Victims
The Museum of Romani Culture is inviting the public to honour the Roma and Sinti victims of the Holocaust. The event will take place online on March 7th, marking 78…
18th Century Mural At Veveří Castle Brought Back to Life
A rococo mural dating back to the 18th century is currently being restored at Veveří Castle. The bucolic tempera works will be ready for visits in early June 2021, expanding…
Masaryk University’s Volunteering Programme Continues At Full Speed
Masaryk University’s volunteer center continues to expand and respond to the challenges of the coronavirus. From vaccination efforts to support for the elderly, students from MUNI remain active at the…
A Homegrown Response to the Ecological Crisis: Brno’s Very Own Microgreens
A growing awareness of the challenges posed by the ecological crisis has brought forward new and innovative ways to grow and consume food. Seeking to create a product kind to…
Czech Republic To Give Safe Haven To Persecuted Belarusian Medics
Since the August 2020 presidential election in Belarus, Lukashenko’s regime has escalated the violence and political persecution of citizens. In response, the Czech Ministry of the Interior is to offer…