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Czech Backyard Stone Is 3,000-Year-Old Weapon Maker
Planet Wins3h ago

Czech Backyard Stone Is 3,000-Year-Old Weapon Maker

A stone someone thought was just an old barn foundation turned out to be a Bronze Age factory for crafting spearheads. The 3,000-year-old discovery reveals surprising connections across ancient Europe.

Google: archaeological discovery2 min read
30,000-Year-Old Toolkit Reveals One Ice Age Hunter's Life
Global NewsFeb 18

30,000-Year-Old Toolkit Reveals One Ice Age Hunter's Life

Scientists discovered a complete Stone Age hunter's toolkit perfectly preserved for 30,000 years in the Czech Republic. The rare find offers an intimate glimpse into how one person survived the Ice Age.

Google News - Science3 min read
30,000-Year-Old Hunter's Toolkit Found in Czech Republic
Planet WinsFeb 12

30,000-Year-Old Hunter's Toolkit Found in Czech Republic

Archaeologists in the Czech Republic discovered something extraordinary: a complete set of 29 stone tools carefully stored together 30,000 years ago, offering the first glimpse into how prehistoric hunters organized their gear. This ancient "toolbox" is rewriting what we know about how our ancestors lived and traveled.

Google: archaeological discovery2 min read
Czech Siblings Make Olympic Ice Dance Debut
InnovationFeb 11

Czech Siblings Make Olympic Ice Dance Debut

Brother-sister ice dancers Kateřina and Daniel Mrázek achieved their lifelong dream Monday, competing at the Olympics with gravity-defying moves. Their journey to the world's biggest stage showcases years of dedication paying off.

TechCrunch2 min read
Czech Snowboarder Maderova Wins Shock Olympic Gold
SportsFeb 8

Czech Snowboarder Maderova Wins Shock Olympic Gold

Zuzana Maderova arrived at the Winter Olympics without a single major career victory and left with an Olympic gold medal. The 22-year-old Czech snowboarder kept her country's winning streak alive in the parallel giant slalom with an unexpected triumph in Livigno.

Japan Today2 min read
Katie Boulter Wins 4th WTA Title After Difficult Year
SportsFeb 8

Katie Boulter Wins 4th WTA Title After Difficult Year

Britain's Katie Boulter claimed her fourth career tennis title with a comeback victory in the Czech Republic, just weeks after hiring a new coach. The 29-year-old dedicated her win to her team after what she called the hardest year of her career.

BBC Sport2 min read
Prague Names Bishop Known for Peacebuilding as Archbishop
Community HeroesFeb 4

Prague Names Bishop Known for Peacebuilding as Archbishop

A bishop celebrated for healing 80-year-old wounds between Czechs and Germans will lead Prague's historic Catholic archdiocese. Bishop Stanislav Přibyl built his ministry on bringing divided communities together.

Google News - Reconciliation2 min read
Brewers Turn Wastewater Into Award-Winning Craft Beer
InnovationJan 30

Brewers Turn Wastewater Into Award-Winning Craft Beer

Cities worldwide are brewing beer from recycled wastewater, and people can't tell the difference. What started in water-scarce Singapore is now a growing trend from San Francisco to the Czech Republic.

Good Good Good2 min read
Mikaela Shiffrin Makes Alpine Skiing History in Czech Republic
SportsJan 26

Mikaela Shiffrin Makes Alpine Skiing History in Czech Republic

American ski champion Mikaela Shiffrin just shattered a record that stood since the World Cup's creation, becoming the first person ever to win nine discipline titles in Alpine skiing. Her dominant performance sets her up as the favorite for Olympic gold next month.

Japan Times2 min read
Mikaela Shiffrin Makes History With 9th Slalom Title
SportsJan 25

Mikaela Shiffrin Makes History With 9th Slalom Title

American ski legend Mikaela Shiffrin just became the first person in World Cup history to win nine season titles in a single discipline. She dominated Sunday's slalom race in the Czech Republic, securing the record with two races still to go before the Olympics.

Google: world cup victory2 min read
U.S. Skiers Take Double Podium in Czech Giant Slalom
SportsJan 25

U.S. Skiers Take Double Podium in Czech Giant Slalom

Paula Moltzan and Mikaela Shiffrin both landed on the podium at a World Cup giant slalom race in the Czech Republic, marking a breakthrough moment for Team USA. Shiffrin's third-place finish ended a nearly two-year absence from the giant slalom podium.

Google: world cup victory3 min read
Czechia Adds 696 MW of Solar Power Despite Market Slowdown
Planet WinsJan 19

Czechia Adds 696 MW of Solar Power Despite Market Slowdown

The Czech Republic installed 696 megawatts of solar power in 2025, bringing total capacity to 5.5 gigawatts even as policy uncertainty slowed residential adoption. Meanwhile, the country's energy storage market is positioned for explosive growth with 350 gigawatts of new battery projects in the pipeline.

PV Magazine3 min read