New York Real Estate holding on

The subprime mortgage crisis hasn't affected New York real estate. Yet. Read my story in Lidové Noviny. (In Czech)

Stronger than acid

How far as Hillary's tears going to get her? Little sarcasm this a Reflex column. (In Czech)

Bukowski's

Read my review of the Bukowski's bar in Prague 3 - Žižkov, published in EX by Reflex.

Metropolis of shy rasists

It is fun to take a look at your your city using a guidebook, sometimes. Read in Reflex what guidebooks say about Prague. (In Czech)

Foto: Jan Šibík, Reflex

Young and Mortal

Reflex magazine article about young people dealing with cancer, entitled Young and Mortal.

About Classical Music in Prague

The April/May 2007 issue of MUSO contained an article I wrote on classical musicians in Prague.

MUSO is a cool, glossy, UK-based magazine for classical music fans. It comes out six times a year, and it's geared toward the younger, hipper generation, and has info on concerts, study, classical music trends, and important people in the industry. Check it out, and be sure to buy the back issue with my article!

Interview with Czech ex-Prime Minister Zeman

The Prague Post published my interview with the Czech ex-Prime Minister Miloš Zeman. An interesting and knowledgeable character, he plays a unique and important role in Czech politics even now.

The Dying Art of Fur

I took a look at the Czech fur industry, and the article appears here. The local industry is dying because of cheap Chinese imports and declining demand.

Update on Czech Political Situation

Read my recent article in the Prague Post about the current government woes.

Op-ed: Prevention of colon cancer

This week, I have the main op-ed piece in the Prague Post, focusing on the detection and prevention of colon cancer in the Czech Republic, primarily through the use of colonoscopies.

Fact Checking in News Reporting

I've been busy blogging for gadling.com, and I've got a new article in Reflex magazine. This new one is about the use of fact-checking in news print media in the U.S., particularly in the New Yorker magazine. Once again, this one's in Czech, but it's worth talking about.

The World's Slowest Marathon

Reflex some of my Marathon du Medoc photos and my article. While it's in Czech, the pictures may speak to you in any language; they're entertaining. Earlier, I blogged about it here.

Chengdu Panda Breeding Center, China 2005

Article on Al-Jazeera International

Reflex published an article I did regarding Al-Jazeera International, an up-coming 24-hour, worldwide, news TV channel.

The 68-year old Czech Ironman profile

Profile of 68-year-old Miloš Živný, Czech Super Ironman triathlete and Guiness Book record holder.

Prague Train Station Delays

There have been delays in the major reconstruction of Prague's ailing main train station.

Outside a Market, Shanghai

Knock-off goods featured prominently in this major open-air market in Shanghai, China, May 2005, making a joke of the "Maintain Intellectual Property" banners displayed everywhere.

Mostar, Bosnia--Part 2

A scene of a bombed-out building, Mostar, Bosnia

Mostar, Bosnia

The restored "Old Bridge" in Mostar, Bosnia, originally built in 1566. A UNESCO site.

Szechuan Hotpot

Chengdu, China (Szechuan province).

Large Tax Hike on Czech Smokes Coming

Cigarette price hike has smokers fuming. Tobacco tax awaiting Parliament approval would help ease Czech deficit.

Highlights from Today's Sports

100m race with a 50kg sack of wheat. Sunday, 3 September, Zdar nad Sazavou, Czech Republic.

My Travel Blogging on gadling.com

Hey! Starting today, check out my regular blogs on gadling.com:
Hiking and seeing elk at the seashore north of San Francisco:
http://www.gadling.com/2006/08/30/sex-and-violence-elk-style/

Profile: The man behind Al-Jazeera International

As Al-Jazeera readies for world TV broadcasts in English, a Czech who powers its newsroom, Petr Stokuč has no qualms.

The "Pickle Days" of Summer

Pickle days. In the height of their season, cucumbers tell us how times are changing:

Al-Qaida in Prague?

Terrorist suspect awaits handover. Court weighs U.S. call for a Swedish citizen linked to Oregon camp.

Cracking Down on Baby Trafficking

Child trafficking sting nabs three. Baby for sale illustrates growing demand and rigid adoption system.

Budget Airlines in Europe

Budget airlines must evolve, analysts say. Mergers are the future for low-cost carriers:
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0706/busi3.php

The Revival of Absinthe Making

A king with a commoner's touch. Marketing the green myth with absinthe maker Pavel Varga:

Saving Premature Babies in the Czech Republic

Fight for life: The Czech Republic is among the world's best at saving premature babies. My cover story for the Prague Post.

Czech Expats Abroad

Moving forward: More Czech managers being recruited abroad, especially to Eastern Europe, to share experience, skills.

French Tales of the Snails--Slithering from Czech Lands to Your Table.

Fewer Czech snails make it to French plates. Locals learn to accept snails as cuisine but exporters gobble tons.

Profile: Czech artist František Vízner

My New Yorkers understand me: With glass master František Vízner, on loneliness and bad taste.

Czech Election Coverage--Final Installment

Money talks: Parties place new emphasis on economics in their 2006 political ad campaigns.

Update: Czech Elections

Small parties: Kingmakers in June election. Anyone wanting Parliament control must deal with them. (with Kristina Alda)

Youth Unemployment in the Czech Republic

Out of Work: Shortcomings in education system coupled with generous social benefits contribute to high youth unemployment.

Harvard School of Public Health Picks Up My Pervitin Story

The Harvard School of Public Health's website World Health News (http://www.worldhealthnews.harvard.edu/) blogged my Pervitin story under the caption "Czech Republic: Health Authorities Struggle To Reign in Meth" on their March 23, 2006, posting.

Why Don't the Brits Invest in the Czech Republic?

BCC plugs opportunities to invest: United Kingdom investors still underrepresented here.
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0504/busi2.php

Update: Czech Election Coverage

An anti-communist May Day "coup": Bumped off Letná plain, the KSČM (Czech communist party) regroups.
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0504/news2.php

Profile: Jana Ježková

For the love of art: How a Prague 6 home became the city's most gracious fine art gallery.
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0427/tempo1.php

Czech Election Coverage

ODS leading ČSSD in latest polls: Support for smaller parties holds steady; coalitions likely in June.
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0427/news5.php

Ads, Ads Everywhere...in Our Movies?

Prime exposure. Product placement takes center stage as film producers look for funding avenues and companies pursue the youth market:
http://praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0413/busi1.php

Donating by SMS

Donations via mobiles catching on: Sending “DMSs” (donation SMS) helps charities a little at a time, at any time:
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0413/news6.php

Spring Flood Waters

Flood weary: Capital city's flood plan put into action; other regions hit hardest since 2002. (with Kristina Alda).
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0406/news1.php

Drivers Who Kill

Jail time rare for drivers who kill: Woman struck by car says recent verdict sends wrong message to reckless drivers.
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0330/news2.php

The New Wave of Expats to Prague

Facing the challenge. Companies are still recruiting expats for top spots, but not for the reason you think: http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0323/busi1.php

The Russians are Back!

Russian culture returns with an emphasis on youth: Arts exchange spans music, film and dance.
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0316/tempo2.php

First of Its Kind: Gender Discrimination Lawsuits in the Czech Republic

Taking a stand. Gender discrimination and the 'glass ceiling' are at the center of a high-profile lawsuit:
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0316/busi1.php
(with S. Adam Cardais)

The Big Hit: The Scourge of Recreational Drug Pervitin, part II

Methlike drug cheaper than booze, lasts longer. A user provides a glimpse into the world of pervitin addicts in Prague:
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0316/news2.php

The Big Hit: The Scourge of Recreational Drug Pervitin, part I

The easy method. Czech health authorities struggle to reign in pervitin, a methamphetamine that's cooked from over-the-counter cold meds:
http://www.praguepost.com/P03/2006/Art/0316/news1.php