The conservative opposition have accused the government of wanting to introduce online censorship.
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End of an era as last of Poland’s iconic Ruch kiosks closes
Olivier Sorgho
Over 31,000 of the famous green and yellow booths once dotted Poland’s streets.
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Facebook ordered to stop showing scam ads featuring Polish TV star
Omenaa Mensah filed a complaint over fake reports of her death on Facebook and Instagram.
Warsaw’s Marriott hotel – a symbol of the post-communist transition – closing after 35 years
The hotel has hosted every US president from Bill Clinton onwards during their visits to Poland
Poland’s first lab-grown meat firm gets state grant
LabFarm presented a prototype of its chicken meatball this year.
Fact-check: is “hypocritical” Poland still buying Russian oil as Orbán claims?
Wojciech Jakóbik
He claimed Poland criticises Hungary for its ties with Russia while at the same time indirectly buying Russian oil.
“The safe is empty,” warns Kraków after city’s debts double in four years
The city authorities have blamed the longstanding former mayor, who left office in May.
Inflation surges in Poland in July after unfreezing of electricity prices
Inflation reached 4.2% in July – the highest level this year – accelerating from 2.6% in June.
Swiftmania hits Warsaw with Eras Tour concerts expected to bring city €44 million
Accommodation prices in Warsaw have soared this week for the nights of Taylor Swift’s three concerts.
Polish Senate amends copyright bill following media protests
Under the new rules, publishers would be able to seek the state’s help in negotiations with big tech firms.
Unemployment in Poland falls below 5% for first time since 1990
New data from state statistical agency show that unemployment fell to 4.9% in June.
Polish state firm sold parts used in Iranian “suicide drones” deployed by Russia in Ukraine
The CEO of the firm has been charged and could face up to ten years in jail.
Polish ministry unveils plans for new mortgage subsidy scheme
However, two other ministries, the central bank and trade unions are concerned the scheme could further push up prices.
Kraków appoints “night mayor” to reconcile tourists, residents and business owners
Kraków is Poland’s most popular tourist destination, which is a boon to the local economy but causes tension with residents.
