Izabela’s death in 2021 sparked mass protests, with some blaming the tragedy on Poland’s near-total abortion ban and others suggesting medical malpractice.
Agata Pyka
Polish foreign minister calls for “peace through strength” in Ukraine in UN speech
Radosław Sikorski stressed that “we, as Europeans, will continue to stand side by side with Ukraine to achieve a just and lasting peace”.
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Polish couple receive UN award for housing 14,000 Ukrainian refugees in their hotel chain
The Grochowskis’ “philanthropic work has had an indelible impact on thousands of refugees”.
Poland files complaint to EU court against Germany over illegal export of waste
This step comes after last month’s decision by the EC supporting Polish claims against Germany.
Kraków museums receive biggest private art donation in 100 years
The Starmachs are donating 50 million zloty worth of works, including pieces by Magdalena Abakanowicz and Mirosław Bałka.
Oder river disaster resulted from “years of inaction and mistakes” by Polish state, finds auditor office
Last year’s crisis resulted in the death of over half the river’s fish.
Warsaw bans pro-Palestine demonstration outside Israeli embassy
The mayor cited security concerns and pointed to an antisemitic sign that appeared at a previous march in support of Palestine.
Polish border town asks Czechs to stop getting naked in its swimming pool locker rooms
“Czechs have a more liberal approach to nudity” than Poles, reports a local newspaper.
Street cat who became Polish city’s top-rated tourist attraction finds new home
Gacek has found a new home, a new name and a new slimmed-down figure. He is now helping the animal shelter raise funds to help other cats.
Tens of thousands join nationalist Independence March in Warsaw
The event passed peacefully, unlike in some previous years.
Polish president moves to change Supreme Court rules of procedure
The move would allow judges appointed under the rule of the PiS party to adopt resolutions independently.
Polish tech entrepreneur launches free “Code with Pope” classes for children with Vatican’s blessing
The 60-hour course will be available in Spanish, English, Italian and Polish and provide a foundation of knowledge of Python.
Poland’s annual smog ranking shows improvements in air quality
The average amount of harmful air-borne particles was within safe limits in all monitored places for the first time since 2015.
Film adaptation of classic Polish novel becomes global hit on Netflix
Forgotten Love (Znachor) is on track to be be among Netflix’s most successful ever non-English titles.
