Poland Extends Operation of Turow Lignite Mine Until 2044
Environmental organisations have criticised the Polish decision to extend the mining, saying it arises from an incorrect environmental impact assessment. Photo credit: Anna Uciechowska (CC BY-SA ). Prague, Feb 28…
Poland Revives Long-Standing Demands For Transfer of 368 Hectares From Czech Republic
The border dispute between Poland and the Czech Republic dates back to the 1950s. Credit: Freepik. Warsaw/Prague, Sept 11 (CTK) - On Thursday, Czech Foreign Minister Jan Lipavsky and his…
Poland and the Czech Republic Agree Renewed Cooperation On Gas Pipeline
Both countries believe that Europe’s intervention is needed for the energy emergency. Photo Credit: Freepik Karpacz, Poland, Sept 7 (CTK) - The Czech Republic and Poland have renewed their cooperation…
The Story of NATEK: Lower Silesia, A Place To Grow A Business
Wrocław, the capital of Lower Silesia, has become a city of innovation and growth within the last few years. As a result, many companies and new initiatives have grown in…
The Istanbul Convention: A Continuing Source of Political Division In Several European Countries
Around Europe, there are ongoing discussions about the Istanbul Convention. In the Czech Republic, the convention is supported by former Minister of Human Rights and Legislation Jiří Dienstbier, the Czech…
Polish Diplomats Protest At “Abortion Tourism” in The Czech Republic
Polish diplomats in Prague have complained about a proposal that would allow Polish women to travel to the Czech Republic to get access to abortions, which are legally banned in…
City of Brno Hosts 11th Festival of Polish Culture
Although events and gatherings are not possible due to the pandemic measures, the City of Brno’s Festival of Polish Culture is going ahead, and has moved online. Conferences, workshops, and…
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…
Czech Republic To Appeal To European Commission Over Polish Lignite Mining Complex
The Turow mine had its operation licence extended for six years in March, and the operator would like to continue mining at the site until 2044. However, the environmental consequences…
Travel: Experiencing Kraków Through Its Local Cuisine
Kraków is a beautiful city that is close enough to Brno for an enjoyable weekend trip. Photo: Kraków jewish quarter. Photo credit: Polish National Tourist Office. For the 13 year…