I don’t comment on events in the Czech Republic very often, but I simply can’t resist commenting on the Sudeten German Congress in Brno. The Sudeten German Congress (the Sudeten German Landsmannschaft assembly) was held in Brno this year. It was the 76th annual gathering, taking place from 22–25 May 2026. And once again, a…
Close-Up Punk Båten: 40 Hours of Chaos on the Baltic
Let me tell you how my Slavia‑supporting friend Zdenda surprised me. A few months ago, he sent me a link to a completely unique event. It’s a three‑day punk extravaganza on a massive ship sailing across the Baltic from Stockholm to Tallinn and back. Part of the trip includes several hours of partying after docking…
Britain at a Crossroads: Local Elections Reveal the Rise of Populists and the Retreat of Traditional Parties
The local elections in the United Kingdom have shown that the traditional two‑party model on which British politics stood for more than a century has come to an end. Both Labour and the Conservatives are losing the trust of voters, who are increasingly looking for alternatives. Former Conservative voters are shifting either to the populist…
Monarchy as a Money‑Maker for the State
The British royal family is often dismissed as an unnecessary luxury or even labelled “parasites.” I don’t share that view. The very idea of devoting your entire life to representing your country, attending endless official duties and ceremonies, feels more like a vocation than a privilege. Add to that the constant scrutiny of the tabloids,…