By Tomas Horak
Prague-based culture writer covering literature, film festivals, food and the everyday of European cities.
Paris's 'Ciné-clim' Initiative Offers Cool Refuge During Heatwave
A Parisian neighborhood has introduced 'Ciné-clim,' offering free air-conditioned cinema screenings during peak heat hours. The initiative h
Rock in Rio 2026 Opens with 125-Nation Crowd, Defying Digital Distractions
The opening weekend of Rock in Rio 2026 in Lisbon attracted visitors from 125 countries. The festival's strong turnout underscores the conti
Romeo Beckham to Star in French Queer Tennis Film 'Forty Love'
Romeo Beckham, 23, is set to make his acting debut in the French film 'Forty Love', a queer tennis drama. The film, directed by a French fil
Belgian Royal Family Welcomes Japan's Emperor Naruhito in Brussels State Visit
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako began a state visit to Belgium with a formal welcome at the Royal Palace of Brussels. The visit commemor
Japan's Emperor and Empress Begin State Visit to Belgium, Marking 160 Years of Ties
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan have arrived in Belgium for a state visit. The trip underscores a partnership that dates back m
LEGO's Julia Goldin Named First European CMO of the Year at Cannes Lions
Julia Goldin, LEGO Group's Chief Product & Marketing Officer, has been awarded the first European CMO of the Year at Cannes Lions. Selected
Versailles Opens New Gallery for US Independence 250th Anniversary
A new gallery at Versailles opens on 4 July, marking 250 years of US independence. It features paintings and sculptures from the palace's co
WWII StuG III Assault Gun Unearthed at German Naval Air Base
A 29-tonne StuG III assault gun from WWII was found buried in sand at Nordholz naval air base in Lower Saxony. The vehicle is in exceptional
Nearly Intact WWII StuG III Assault Gun Found at German Naval Air Base
A StuG III assault gun, almost completely intact, was unearthed during construction at Nordholz naval air base on the North Sea. The vehicle
Uzbekistan's Flea Markets and Antique Salons Keep History in Circulation
Across Uzbekistan, flea markets and antique salons are preserving historical objects, from vintage cameras to 400-year-old books. Collectors
Unreleased Mozart Manuscript Discovered in Paris, World Premiere Aired
A conservator at the French National Library discovered a previously unknown Mozart manuscript containing seven pieces for flute and harp. T
Edinburgh International Festival 2026 to Enforce Phone-Free Performances
The 2026 Edinburgh International Festival will enforce a 'Lights Down, Phones Off' policy for its Queen's Hall series. Organizers cite disru