Only 425 legal abortions were carried out in Poland in 2023, the second full year in which a near-total abortion ban was in force.
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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.
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Poland summons American ambassador over report critical of Pope John Paul II on US-owned station
“The potential effects of these actions [by TVN] are identical to the goals of the hybrid war aimed at leading to divisions in Polish society.”
Poland recorded EU’s biggest GDP fall in fourth quarter of 2022
Poland’s seasonally adjusted GDP in Q4 of 2022 fell by 2.4% from the previous quarter, compared to a drop of 0.1% for the EU as a whole.
“LGBT ideology” responsible for child suicides, says Polish education minister
The solution is to reinforce traditional values, including attending church, to help young people better distinguish between good and evil, he says.
Pope John Paul II’s handling of sex abuse needs “further research”, says Poland’s Catholic church
One archbishop described the new claims as an attempt by “gender ideologists” to “destroy” John Paul II’s legacy.
Disabled people begin protest in Polish parliament seeking rise in benefits to level of minimum wage
Disabled adults receive an allowance of 1,588.44 zloty (€339.06) a month before tax, less than half the statutory minimum wage.
Polish parliament rejects law banning “promotion of abortion”
Over half of MPs from the ruling coalition either voted for the bill to proceed or abstained from voting.
Future Pope John Paul II knew of sex abuse by priests, shows new report
While archbishop of Kraków, he reportedly knew of abuse by priests subordinate to him but allowed them to continue working in the church.
Metal star Nergal to face court in Poland for crime of offending religious feelings
The Behemoth frontman stamped on an image of the Virgin Mary.
Polish journalist wins US Women of Courage Award for Ukraine reporting
Bianka Zalewska will receive the award during a ceremony at the White House.
Poland’s deficit almost 60% lower than budgeted in 2022
“”We have survived the plagues of Egypt,” says the prime minister, referring to the impact of the pandemic and war in Ukraine.
Polish state energy firm Orlen to sue Russia for halting oil supplies
Russia last month halted oil exports to Poland one day after Poland became the first country to donate modern Leopard tanks to Ukraine.
Suicide of Polish MP’s son prompts backlash against state media that helped identify him as abuse victim
The 15-year-old took his own life less than two months after state media reported on his case.
