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Warsaw park built on mound of WWII rubble wins European Prize for Urban Public Space
“The Warsaw Uprising Mound innovatively integrates the area’s history to create a public space that combines memory, leisure and ecology.”
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Man sentenced for killing and eating victim in Poland’s first postwar cannibalism case
The men were found to have killed the victim then eaten his body as part of a “pact” to ensure their silence.
Polish state firm buys further Norwegian gas licences
PGNiG’s annual natural gas output from the Norwegian shelf will rise to 2.5bcm.
Meat consumption falls in Poland as sales of veggie substitutes grow 480% in three years
Sales of fresh meat have fallen 7.5%, show new consumer data.
Anti-vaccine movement founded in Poland with support of ruling party MP
“We are here to fight for freedom, to fight against sanitary segregation,” said its leader.
Ryanair criticises Poland for “wasting billions” on “stupid” mega-airport
The CEO of the planned airport says it is a “a well-thought-out investment, profitable for the Polish economy”.
Poland publishes photos “showing illegal border crossers come to Belarus as tourists”
NGOs agree that Belarus is facilitating their passage, but argue that many are genuine refugees illegitimately denied entry to Poland.
Polish retail chain introduces “quiet hours” for people with autism
Many autistic people find the sensory experience of shopping difficult, so Empik will turn off music and announcements.
Poles are second most “patriotic shoppers” among big EU economies
The Buy Locally Index looks at imports as a share of consumption, but also accounts for how easy it is to buy local products.
PwC to invest $100m in Poland and create 5,000 new jobs
Poland has sought to position itself as a regional technology hub.
State firm signs deal with US partner in bid to develop Poland’s first nuclear power plant
Nuclear power will “help us to protect the environment but will also substantially reduce the costs” of electricity, says KGHM.
Poland’s first “happy to chat” bench opens to tackle loneliness after pandemic
Strangers are encouraged to talk with one another, helping to “build a sense of community”.
If Poland fails to pay fines, the money will come from its EU funds, says European Commission
“Poland is not paying any fines at this stage,” says the country’s Europe minister amid an escalating dispute over Turów coal mine.
