Zula Rabikowska
Rydet’s work was largely unrecognised in her lifetime but is now seen as groundbreaking.
Culture
Poland’s Gdańsk named UNESCO City of Literature
It is the third city in Poland to receive the title.
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Poland secures return of stolen artwork that appeared for auction in Denmark
Its Danish owners agreeing to hand the work back to Poland after learning its provenance.
How hip-hop has narrated Poland’s post-communist transformation
Jacek Paśnik
Polish rap, originally concerned with everyday struggles, has evolved along with Poland and now symbolises the country’s success.
Polish town’s event honouring local Jewish composer cancelled after far-right backlash
Września was this weekend meant to hold a series of concerts and lectures celebrating Louis Lewandowski, who was born there in 1821.
American Eric Lu wins International Chopin Piano Competition in Poland
Held once every five years, the contest is one of the most prestigious in classical music.
President vetoes bill recognising language spoken in small Polish town
In Poland’s most recent national census, only ten people recorded themselves as speaking Wymysorys at home.
Abandoned communist-era Kraków hotel added to register of historic monuments
The decision has been criticised by the owners of the building, who say it will hinder plans to redevelop the area.
Polish city’s (in)famous communist-era monument saved from demolition
The decision was welcomed by Rzeszów’s mayor, who says that residents want to keep the monument.
Poland recovers four further items looted during WWII
The culture ministry’s public database of lost works still contains around 70,000 items.
Poland’s culture minister calls for Eurovision boycott if Israel participates
“I think we shouldn’t participate if Israel takes part,” said Marta Cienkowska.
Kraków again named Europe’s best city break destination
Kraków was rated more highly for food and drink than both Paris and Rome.
Warsaw opens Poland’s first library in metro station
Metroteka – a play on the Polish word for library, “biblioteka” – offers commuters over 16,000 books to borrow.
Government unlawfully fired director of Polish History Museum, finds court
The decision to remove Robert Kostro caused widespread criticism, with some accusing the government of political interference.
