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Polish firm launches potato-scented perfume
Its founder says the scent is “a tribute to the down-to-earth and rugged charm of Polish markets”.
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Protestant pastor convicted for insulting Polish president and Catholics
Paweł Chojecki called the president a “traitor” and the Catholic church a “great big prostitute”.
United opposition candidate wins closely watched mayoral race in Poland
The election in Rzeszów was won by Konrad Fijołek, a candidate supported by Poland’s centrist and left-wing opposition parties.
First ever gay dating show to air in Poland
The show, based on the Finding Prince Charming format, is due to be broadcast by TVN later this year.
Poland “very close to” Covid herd immunity with 60% vaccinated or recently infected, says minister
Poland has dealt with several outbreaks of the Delta variant, Niedzielski said.
US is falling into “Russian trap” over Nord Stream pipeline, warns Polish foreign minister
Zbigniew Rau warned of an “escalation of Russia’s aggressive behaviour”.
More people allowed in churches, hotels and gyms as Poland further loosens Covid restrictions
Limits on attendance of cinemas, theatres and stadiums will also be eased.
Kraków to build “premetro” line linking east and west through city centre
The investment is expected to cost at least 5.8 billion zloty and open in 2033.
Polish city to end sales of “antisemitic” Jewish figurines
The figures – often shown holding money as a good luck symbol – have long raised controversy.
Polish government denies reports it is suspending AstraZeneca vaccines
Delivery delays and low public interest have reduced take-up of the jabs.
Australian firm seeks £806 million from Poland for blocked development of coal mines
The firm says it was “deprived of the entire value of its investment” in Poland.
Number of housing loan applications in Poland “highest in years”
An average of 2,500 housing loan applications were made per day in Poland last month, as the economy rebounds from the pandemic.
Thousands of miners and energy workers protest in Warsaw over concerns at “green transition”
The minister for state assets pledges that talks with unions will start tomorrow.
