On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Historic US Open quarterfinals for Czech tennis as four players reach the last eight; international Organ Festival in Olomouc celebrates Baroque masters Bach and Handel; and for our feature, our interview with Jiří Pehe in wake of the attack on opposition leader, Andrej Babiš.

On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Deadly myxomatosis hits hares in southern Moravia: experts warn of serious risk'; Czech teacher salaries continue to lag behind OECD average, but why?; and for our feature, we meet Barbora Baronová, who says she puts all her own money into her feminist publishing company – and can only afford to do this as she has no children. Enjoy!

Interview with American film director David Borenstein, author of the award-winning documentary “Mr. Nobody Against Putin” and a closer look at the many historical house signs in Prague’s Lesser Town, which once served in place of numbers.

News; Lost manuscripts of The Good Soldier Švejk found after 90 years in Prague archive; Conservationists ringing alarm bells over surge in poisonings of wild birds and animals; Is Czechia’s view on Israel changing? The ambassador to Israel responds to criticism in exclusive interview.

19 EU countries propose monitoring communications in the EU, but what would that mean for privacy?, Tigers in Kletečná should be turned over to the state, Minister Hladík promises “tough action” against illegal breeders, Jeff White on why shortwave radio still matters: HFCC Conference in Prague

Czech Television produces film about most successful Czech RAF pilot Josef František, Amid growing pressure from locals, Prague 1 bans e-scooters on historic Nerudova Street, Ostrava Zoo: home to 451 species, including some extinct in the wild

On today's Czechia in 30 Minutes show: Petra Kvitová bows out with emotional US Open farewell; “Without her, 68 Publishers would not exist”: On writer and translator Zdena Salivarová’s legacy; and, for our feature, Lucy and Selam unveiled: Exclusive preview and interviews at new ‘People and Their Ancestors’ exhibition.

Archirun 2025: A run across Prague’s many historical sites, Hundreds of amethysts uncovered in Kroměříž Chateau grotto, Meanders through Prague: a family-friendly guide created by locals

For the first time, Czech citizens living abroad will be able to vote by mail—but only if they register by Sunday, August 24. The change marks a milestone in democratic access and follows years of civic effort by the Czech diaspora. As the country reflects on the 1968 invasion that once ended hopes of free elections, this reform is more than timely. In this edition of Czechia in 30 Minutes, we revisit the voices and stories behind this historic shift.

News; Crystal Valley Week 2025: Liberec celebrates North Bohemia’s glass-making tradition; Popular video game Kingdom Come: Deliverance II reveals exciting expansion; Interview with Karel Kovář, better known as Kovy, one of the biggest names in Czech social media.