Combating Violence Against Women in the Czech Republic: Beyond the Coronavirus
In a previous article, Brno Daily reported on the increase in domestic violence due to the coronavirus pandemic. Now, in a follow-up article, guest contributor Alexandria Wilson McDonald examines the…
Br(u)no: The Circus is in Town
Cirkus Humberto is back in South Brno, with an amusement park beside it, a seating plan to follow the COVID-19 social distancing regulations and, apparently, the hope that the people…
Brno from B to Ž: A Tough-Love Guide to the City’s 48 Neighborhoods, Part 3 – Brněnské Ivanovice
Work of art: Joe Lennon. “No world projection is good at preserving distances everywhere” - Wikipedia Okay, I know that in the next few weeks, as we all enjoy moving…
Janáček Brno 2020 is Set to Go Ahead As Planned this Autumn
The annual Janáček Brno festival will go ahead as scheduled this year, from September 28th to October 16th. Despite the pandemic, only minimal changes have been made to the program…
San Francisco-Style Uphill Tram Proposed For Brno-Vinohrady
In San Francisco, California, a tram ride up a steep hill is one of the most famous can’t-miss experiences for tourists. Brno may soon have a similar photogenic landmark, thanks…
Two New Streets and a Square to be Added to the Map of Brno
Brno City council has announced two new streets in Zebetin and Lisen, as well as the new square in front of the future Janáček Cultural Center. The names proposed for…
Recycling of Metal Waste To Be Expanded From July
The Czech government will provide financial incentives for municipalities to expand the recycling of metal waste, including food and drink cans, by allowing it to be disposed of in yellow…
Brno Career Advice App Salmondo Temporarily Offered To Schools For Free
Salmondo, an app developed in Brno, that uses aptitude and psychological tests to help students from primary and secondary schools decide on their career and academic paths, is to be…
Indies Scope: Here, Before the Hype…
For the 30th birthday of record label Indies Scope, Brno Daily looks back at the history of this icon of the Brno music scene, revisiting a selection of the most…
Tobacco Tax Increase and Cash Alternative to Food Vouchers Included in 2021 Tax Proposals
The Czech Ministry of Finance has proposed a package of tax changes for 2021, including increases on cigarette and tobacco duty, an alternative scheme to the widely used “stravenky” (food…