By Tomas Horak
Prague-based culture writer covering literature, film festivals, food and the everyday of European cities.
Kyrenia II Replica Sets Sail Again to Showcase Cyprus's Ancient Maritime Heritage
The Kyrenia II, a replica of a 4th-century BC merchant ship, has returned to Cypriot waters after 41 years. Built in 1985 using ancient tech
Italian Culture Minister Boycotts Venice Biennale Opening Over Russian Pavilion
Italian Culture Minister Alessandro Giuli is boycotting the opening of the 61st Venice Biennale in protest of the Russian pavilion's return.
Dua Lipa and Callum Turner Reportedly Planning Wedding in Palermo
Italian newspapers claim Dua Lipa and Callum Turner are planning their wedding in Palermo, Sicily. The ceremony could take place this June,
Kanye West's Portugal Concert Proceeds as Government Monitors Security Risks
Kanye West's concert in Portugal is set for August 7 at Algarve Stadium, despite cancellations elsewhere in Europe. Organizers dismiss secur
May in Europe: Devil Wears Prada 2, Melanie C, and Bird Art
Meryl Streep returns as Miranda Priestly in The Devil Wears Prada 2, out 1 May. Melanie C releases her ninth studio album 'Sweat'. The Mauri
Roman Soldier's Commemorative Cup from Hadrian's Wall Found in Spanish Province of Soria
A 2nd-century AD enamelled bronze cup, made in Britain and depicting forts on Hadrian's Wall, was found in Berlanga del Duero, Spain. It is
Rare Neruda Book on Spanish Civil War to Be Displayed in Chile for First Time
A rare copy of Pablo Neruda's 'Spain in the Heart' is set for its first public display in Chile. The book, written during the Spanish Civil
Lithuanian Exhibition in Baku Highlights Ukrainian Refugee Stories Through Photography
Lithuania's Prime Minister Inga Ruginienė inaugurated a photography exhibition in Baku focusing on Ukrainian refugees in Lithuania. The even
Thomas Bangalter Follows Daft Punk Exit with New Ballet Score 'Mirage'
Thomas Bangalter, one half of Daft Punk, has announced a new ballet soundtrack titled 'Mirage – Ballet For 16 Dancers'. The work, described
How a Fake BBC Report Falsely Linked Zelenskyy to a Stolen Cézanne
A manipulated video falsely claims a stolen Cézanne painting is in Zelenskyy's office. The footage is AI-generated and part of a pro-Kremlin
Peabody Awards 2026: War, Satire, and Resistance Dominate Winners List
The 86th Peabody Awards have recognized 34 winners from over 1,000 entries, spanning entertainment, documentary, and news. Highlights includ
Slovenia Joins Boycott of Eurovision Over Israel's Participation, Will Screen Palestinian Films
Slovenia's national broadcaster RTV Slovenia will not air this year's Eurovision Song Contest, instead showing a series of Palestinian films