Martin Bútora: What Fico could learn from Husák ↗
Front page leadThis commentary compares the political strategies of Slovak politician Robert Fico with those of former Czechoslovak leader Gustáv Husák.
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The front page of Respekt features a mix of domestic and international news, with a focus on Czech society and politics, and international conflicts. Top stories include a commentary on political figures, a report on the repurposing of communist-era organs for a cathedral, and a piece on student…
Top stories
Communists built giant organs for their congresses; now they await new life in… ↗
The story details the fate of large organs originally built for communist party congresses, which are now being given a new purpose in an Ostrava cathedral, showcasing Czech craftsmanship.
Now it's television, and next it might be universities ↗
This report examines protests by lab technicians from the University of Chemistry and Technology and engineers from the Czech Technical University, questioning their radicalism in solidarity with theater professionals.
USA strikes Iran, Tehran warns of retaliation ↗
The United States has conducted strikes against Iran, prompting Tehran to issue a warning of potential retaliation.
All-day strike by public media begins ↗
A full-day strike has commenced among public service media employees.
Israeli opposition considers cooperation with Arab parties ↗
The Israeli opposition is reportedly contemplating a potential collaboration with Arab political parties.
He was a spy, but the court did not prove a criminal act ↗
A court has ruled that while an individual may have acted as a spy, they were not found to have committed a criminal offense.
Strong grip, selfie and shouting across the square. How Slovak extremist… ↗
This report investigates the methods used by Slovak extremist Mazurek to appeal to and recruit among schoolchildren.
Josef Mašín died, a hero too complicated for Czechs ↗
The death of Josef Mašín is discussed, with the article suggesting he was a historical figure whose legacy was complex and perhaps difficult for the Czech public to fully embrace.
Alone or holding hands? ↗
This piece addresses the dilemma of children's independence and parental fears in the 21st century, exploring the need for children to explore and parents to feel secure.
I had to explain to Grandma what 'cringe' is ↗
The article discusses the evolving language of Generation Alpha, how children use slang, and the challenges of intergenerational communication regarding new expressions.
Mandatory Reading ↗
This story focuses on school reading lists and diaries as tools to foster reading literacy among students.
Often the only thing that makes sense to them ↗
This article explores how reading and a sense of meaning can provide solace and understanding for young people in a complex world.
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