Written by: Tomáš Skřivánek (www.penize.cz) Photo by: Jan Vágner (2,3), Hana Hamplová (1)Hindsight is always 20/20. However, without a doubt the personal tragedies evoked by the loss of property during the floods could have been alleviated by a suitable type of insurance. Do you have it? Household insurance that protects immoveable property against all risks…

Compiled by Anita Lišková “Yes, it is very possible. Chlorine has this effect.” – reaction of Unipetrol spokesman Jan Martínek after Neratovice citizens complained that chlorine leakage during the recent floods burned the landscape and caused enormous damage. “Electoral programs are not determined for citizens nor for politicians from other parties; they are mainly for…

Written by: movies Galaxy Quest Has-been TV space cowboys are drafted to save the galaxy (for real) in this consistently pleasing, wickedly spot-on sci-fi spoof. The gags primarily prick the original Star Trek, and familiarity with the source material is helpful, though not essential – the humor is there even for those who’ve never experienced…

Written by: Martin Zika Art: Nenad Vitas What did you want to be when you were a kid? Helena Vondráčková. She was from the next village. Who are your favorite fictional characters? Three to four musketeers. How do you get up in the morning? Quickly. I have to take care of three children (the third…

Compiled by Marie Šrámková Canadian season in Prague The Archa Theater, which was damaged by the August floods, will present a performance by famous Canadian dance ensemble, La La La Human Steps, in the State Opera House. During its first performance in the Czech Republic, the ensemble will present the world-wide premiere of its latest…

Written by: Galina Pembroke Photo: Isifa The staggering numbers associated with obesity can be related to a number of factors. Though most obvious are improper diet and sedentary lifestyle, the connection between stress and overweight is becoming more and more apparent. . Worry free fit tipsMany times, exercise can become too much of a chore.…

Written by: Jan Tuček While Czech pilots can still only dream about Gripen jets for now, another speedy Swede has appeared on the local scene: the Saab 9-3 Sport Sedan. THE SWEDISH AUTOMAKER is betting on a classically-designed 4.6-m long sedan, but with a markedly sporty spirit. Pleasurable driving, together with an extraordinary level of…

Written by: John Letzing Photo by: Dorothea Bylica Prague diners longing for a real Italian trattoria will appreciate the food and atmosphere of this top-tier eatery, where authenticity reigns. A comfortable duality reigns at Taverna Toscana, where the co-owners are a divorced (but still amicable) couple, and operations are neatly split between a tourist-inclined pizzeria…