Czech the News Tonight: Police Reform

Czech the News Tonight: Police Reform

Many American law enforcement officers know that the Czech Republic is famous for its breeding and training of police dogs. But there are reports that the Czech Police are considering some serious reform regarding their use of these animals.

Picasso's Legacy in Prague

Picasso's Legacy in Prague

It is well known that the city of Prague in the Czech Republic is home to some of the world’s most beautiful buildings. It is also home to a piece of Pablo Picasso’s legacy, one of the best-known representations of Cubist architecture in the world, the House at the Black Madonna.

Eugene Cernan

Eugene Cernan

“It was overpowering to realize where you were in that moment in space and time and history, and that that’s the Earth, a quarter of a million miles away.” - Eugene Cernan

Ice Hockey: One of the Czech Republic's Most Popular Sports

Ice Hockey: One of the Czech Republic's Most Popular Sports

If you were to name a country where ice hockey was a closely followed sport, the Czech Republic may not be high up on the list. But Czech teams have grown from humble beginnings to become some of the most formidable players in the world today.

The Mullet: The Most Infamous Haircut of All

The Mullet: The Most Infamous Haircut of All

Thus, of all things to creep into 2020, the mullet– a fashion statement that’s typically reserved for the ‘80s and ‘90s regrets, jokes at the expense of Billy Ray Cyrus and Jerry Seinfeld, or a mugshot in a “Florida Man…” news article– reemerged from its cave.

“Veselé Velikonoce!”, Unique Czech Easter Traditions

“Veselé Velikonoce!”, Unique Czech Easter Traditions

Learn more about Czech Easter traditions such as pomlázkas.

Kafkaesque: an Author’s Legacy in One Word

Kafkaesque: an Author’s Legacy in One Word

It would be difficult to find a more suitable word to characterize modern people’s cosmic predicament than “Kafkaesque”. The etymology of the word isn’t hard to decipher, which is untrue of the worlds created by the man immortalized by the adjective. Like many great artists, Kafka’s work was largely undiscovered until after his death.

Helga Weiss - How a young Hero survived Terror through Art

Helga Weiss - How a young Hero survived Terror through Art

Through her diary and art, Helga Weiss tells her story of survival and coping through the Holocausts. After being transported to Terezín at age 14, Helga clung to writing and art, depicting everyday life in the camp. Today her diary and art are known by many and has reached millions.

The Golden Age of Hollywood and Czech Crystal

The Golden Age of Hollywood and Czech Crystal

In classic Hollywood films, beautiful women are swept off their feet by modern men who work hard to earn their place in society. The characters are well-defined, action-oriented tools of the narrative. But more than that, the actresses became celebrity icons of culture, parading in beautiful costumes and adorning their ornate homes with enviable things, including handmade imported Bohemian Crystal boudoir accessories and perfume bottles. You may recognize some of these paragons of classic American culture, including Liz Taylor, as they pose below with perfume bottles and crystal pieces on their vanities.

Traveling the world from homes' safety

Traveling the world from homes' safety

Cooking Czech style dishes can be a great way to do all of these things. Czech cuisine consists of thick soups and many kinds of sauces, both based on stewed or cooked vegetables and meats, often with cream and baked meats with natural gravies, are popular dishes usually accompanied with beer, especially Pilsner. Czechia natives consume the most in the world. These dishes include ingredients that you already have in your home or readily available in most grocery stores.

Bohemian Glass Artistry

Bohemian Glass Artistry

Having a rich and extensive history of glass working, historical findings show evidence of glass processing in the Bohemia region at the beginning of the Christian calendar about 2000 years ago. Although Bohemian glass working experienced many revivals and declines, it has consistently remained revered in the international stage throughout the years.

Prague's Holy Infant Jesus' Fancy Fashion

Prague's Holy Infant Jesus' Fancy Fashion

Did you know about the fashionable infant Jesus of Prague? Find out more in our blog post how Carmelite nuns routinely clothe the statue in luxurious fabrics. Have an insight into Infant Jesus’ large wardrobe consisting of forty-six ropes.

The Czech Rose

The Czech Rose

Would you like to explore unique destinations and landmarks that showcase beautiful eye-catching places ornamented with the National flower of the Czech Republic? Check out our new blog on some uncommon travel destinations and find out what flower the Czechs love!


Cobblestones of Prague

Cobblestones of Prague

During the reconstruction of Prague’s tourist district, numerous cobblestones were found to be fashioned from Jewish headstones. This discovery had confirmed the long-held suspicion of the former communist regime

Josef Lada

 Josef Lada

Remembered as a timeless, illustrator, writer, and iconic caricaturist for newspapers and books. Josef Lada work has become a staple in Czech heritage, encompassing everyday life and even reflecting moments in Czech history. Josef is known for his unique humor and specific drawing style. His work is known by many around the world and continues to reach new generations today.

The History of Krtek (The Little Mole)

The History of Krtek (The Little Mole)

Krtek, or Mole in English, is an animated character in a series of cartoons created by Czech animator Zdeněk Miler.
Miler wanted to create a children's cartoon that had a strong Disney influence by having an animal as the main character. He decided to pick a mole after stumbling over a molehill during a walk. The first film, called "Jak krtek ke kalhotkám přišel" ("How the mole got his trousers"), was about how Krtek got help from other animals with different skillsets to join efforts and make a pair of pants from scratch. This little film had its premiere at the Venice Film Festival in 1957, where it was awarded two Golden LionsMiler wanted to create a children's cartoon that had a strong Disney influence by having an animal as the main character. He decided to pick a mole after stumbling over a molehill during a walk. The first film, called "Jak krtek ke kalhotkám přišel" ("How the mole got his trousers"), was about how Krtek got help from other animals with different skillsets to join efforts and make a pair of pants from scratch. This little film had its premiere at the Venice Film Festival in 1957.

The Psychedelic Art Nouveau

The Psychedelic Art Nouveau

Throughout history and even today, there are reemerging art styles that influence different cultures and aesthetics. During the cultural upheaval of the 1960s, there was a surge of an art style that influenced band posters, album covers and even clothing. Known for its naturalistic and stylized forms, art nouveau took the hippie aesthetic by storm.