The decision is part of Poland’s strategy to “refrain from cooperation with representatives of Russia”.
News
Polish parliament celebrates Hanukkah amid far-right protest outside
One year ago the same event was attacked with a fire extinguisher by far-right MP Grzegorz Braun.
We can only do this thanks to your support!
We are an independent, nonprofit media outlet, funded through the support of our readers.
If you appreciate the work we do, please consider helping us to continue and expand it.
Education superintendent warns schools against trips to “anti-government” play
The new production of Adam Mickiewicz’s “Dziady” is “against the national interest”, said Barbara Nowak, who was thanked by the education minister.
Warsaw public transport drivers strike by donating blood to qualify for day off
Drivers are asking for an 800 zloty pay rise to keep up with inflation.
Poland declares new national holiday to mark victorious uprising against German rule
The insurrection helped Poland re-establish itself as an independent state following over a century of foreign rule.
Opel Astra factory in Poland to be repurposed after 23 years of operation
Almost 3 million Astras were produced at the site, which will now shift to other models and increase its workforce.
Israel returns top diplomat to Warsaw after Poland takes “positive steps in fighting antisemitism”
She was withdrawn earlier this year after Poland passed a law blocking property restitution claims.
Median salary in Poland grows 62% in a decade
The median wage of 4,703 zloty is significantly lower than the more widely cited mean salary.
One in twelve Poles have no bathroom at home finds report on growing poverty amid pandemic
Over two million people in Poland- around 5% of the population – live in extreme poverty, a figure that rose by 400,000 last year.
Road deaths in Poland – among EU’s highest – continue to fall
The number of accidents and deaths have both dropped around 40% in the last decade.
Majority in Poland favour restrictions for unvaccinated, find polls
Most supporters of every major political party apart from the far-right Confederation support the idea.
Historic bomb shelter unearthed in Polish city after being hidden for decades
The shelter in Lublin dates back either to WWII or to the early Cold War era.
Polish defence minister “awards” soldiers accused of attacking journalists as new recording emerges
A Polish army general has also defended the soldiers’ actions.
Poland launches free flu vaccines for all adults
The shots will be available under a simplified procedure.
