Brno Sports Weekly Report — Coronavirus Complicates Promotion Hopes for Zbrojovka
Adrián Čermák had a hat trick to lead Zbrojovka to a 2-7 at Vyšehrad last weekend. Photo credit: FC Zbrojovka. Brno, Jul 8 (BD) — FC Zbrojovka will have to…
New Municipal App To Help Organize Small Public Events
The new project, “Plug & Play”, was launched by the City of Brno to simplify the administrative requirements of small-scale cultural and community events. The web application identifies suitable locations…
New Legislation To Protect Whistleblowers in the Czech Republic
The new law is based on an EU Directive, and will hopefully empower people with knowledge of corruption being committed, for example, to come forward, without fear of retaliation from…
In Photos: Historic Ship ‘Morava’ Joins the Dam Fleet With Official Ceremony
The historic ship, designated as a cultural monument, returns to the Dam fleet after nine years out of service and 16 months of renovations. Before going to water, the ship…
Is the Economy Past the Worst Or Is the Worst Still to Come?
Businesses are opening up again but many are still relying on government support to survive or at the very least keep unneeded workers on the payroll. On some measures 1…
City of Brno Launches Campaign Promoting Greener Lifestyles
The campaign will provide citizens and companies with information on how to adapt to greener lifestyles and business practices, and encourages the sharing of progress and tips using the hashtag…
21st Špilberk International Music Festival To Go Ahead In August
After an uncertain preparation period, Filharmonie Brno will be going ahead with the annual festival of orchestral music in the grand setting of Špilberk Castle, taking place this year from…
In Photos: 7 Meter Pea To Tour Brno to Mark Gregor Mendel’s 200th Birthday
The seven-meter bright green pea, currently located at Spilberk Castle, is the latest (temporary) addition to Brno’s collection of peculiar public art, and can be seen in numerous locations in…
Unemployment Rate in the Czech Republic Up to 2.5% in May, Rising Faster Than EU Average
The unemployment rate in the Czech Republic is at its highest since August 2018, but remains lower than the EU average of Both figures are still relatively low compared to…
This Year’s MotoGP Will Go Ahead Without Spectators
This year’s MotoGP will go ahead in August, but the organizers have decided against admitting spectators to the circuit. Ticket holders will be able to use their tickets for next…