Researchers believe the practice was likely carried out for ritualistic reasons rather than being necessitated by hunger.
Agata Pyka
Poland to remove Russian tanker that has spent eight years in Polish port and demand compensation
The Khatanga has been moored in Gdynia since 2017 and its Russian owner went bankrupt in 2020.
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Polish region gives 2 million zloty for traditional sheep grazing
The authorities aim to preserve biodiversity, landscapes, local traditions and the source of the area’s famous sheep milk cheese.
Polish bishop warns of return to “dark times of communism” under new government
He pointed to the removal of a cross from a public office and a proposal to reduce the teaching of Catholic catechism in public schools.
Constitutional court judge questions legality of government after ministers used feminine titles in oath
The judge in question has himself has also been found to have been illegally appointed to the Constitutional Tribunal.
Heads of Supreme Court and Constitutional Tribunal criticise new Polish government’s reforms
The judges, appointed under the former government, claim the proposed reforms threaten the rule of law and violate the constitution.
Wild cat from Polish zoo wins Manul World Cup after viral online campaign
Poznań Zoo notes that Magellan’s talents include “pretending to be a stone” but that “the rest of the world annoys him”.
Poland’s lack of recognition for same-sex unions violates human rights, rules European court
The judges rejected the Polish government’s arguments, which included that traditional marriage is part of Poland’s heritage.
New Polish government “may invalidate” final arms deals signed by predecessor
The included a $2.6 billion deal with South Korea to purchase over 150 self-propelled howitzers.
Mayor disbands Polish truckers’ blockade of one border crossing with Ukraine
Traffic at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk crossing has resumed as normal for the first time since the protest began early last month.
Polish youth word of the year named as “rel”, short for “relatable”
The term “rel” is used by young Poles to express agreement with something or indicate that they relate to someone’s experiences.
Poland’s polonaise dance added to UNESCO cultural heritage list
“The polonaise is the genetic code, the cultural code of our nation,” says Poland’s culture minister.
Project launched to create “Polish ChatGPT”
The Polish Large Language Universal Model (PLLuM) will be open source and free to use.
Two bison killed in collision with Polish army truck following similar incident last month
Both incidents are being investigated by military police.
