By Tomas Horak
Prague-based culture writer covering literature, film festivals, food and the everyday of European cities.
Baku's Jazz Scene: Where Mugham Meets Improvisation
Baku's jazz scene uniquely fuses Western improvisation with traditional Azerbaijani mugham. Festivals and new talent are driving this evolvi
How Young Estonians and Latvians Are Bridging a Border That No Longer Exists
Valga and Valka were once one town, but a century-old border still divides them. A project called Hack the Border is using hackathons and wo
How a Hackathon Is Rebuilding Community Across Estonia and Latvia's Border
A hackathon in the Estonian-Latvian twin town of Valga-Valka is using tech-world methods to unite youth separated by history. The project, f
The Cranberries' 'Linger' Endures: Why a 1993 Hit Still Captivates New Generations
The Cranberries' 1993 hit 'Linger' has found new life on TikTok and in TV shows, driven by 90s nostalgia and its raw portrayal of unrequited
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