Prague

Politics, Putin cast shadow over Auschwitz liberation anniversary

On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz, tensions between Russia and its neighbors are eclipsing the focus on Holocaust survivors.

By Cnaan Liphshiz January 27, 2015 11:17 am

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Prague’s longtime chief rabbi leaves colorful and controversial legacy

Resigning amid reports about his love life, Rabbi Karol Sidon — a thriller-writing ex-dissident who converted to Judaism — emphasized religious observance and accumulated critics.

August 25, 2014 2:57 pm

Prague Jews elect new chief rabbi

The Jewish community of Prague elected Rabbi David Peter, a native of the Czech capital, as its new chief rabbi.

August 5, 2014 3:40 pm

Prague chief rabbi stepping down earlier than anticipated

June 30, 2014 5:51 pm

Amos Oz wins Kafka literary prize

May 28, 2013 2:15 pm

Prague conference stresses urgency of Holocaust property restitution

By Marcy Oster November 29, 2012 5:20 pm

Treasure Hunt in Prague

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Birdies, Orphans and Fools

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Proposed shopping center on deportation site is protested

By Michael Stein February 29, 2012 2:49 pm

Buried, but Alive

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