German tabloid Bild described the pollution as a “thick cloud of Polish smog”.
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Applications by Israelis for Polish citizenship surge
Applications from the descendants of Polish emigrants in other countries have also risen, but Israelis make up the largest group.
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Polish healthcare workers to hold latest protest over pay and conditions
Unions have called for direct talks with the prime minister, after failing to so far reach an agreement with the health ministry.
New “multifunctional green city” planned on outskirts of Kraków
The almost 700-hectare area east of the city centre will house around 100,000 people as well as culture, sport and business spaces.
Majority of Poles support state of emergency on Belarus border
Most are also critical of the opposition’s response to the crisis.
Government approves “historic” tax reform to “build Polish middle class”
A more progressive system will cut tax for low-earners but increase health contributions and raise corporate tax for big businesses.
“Drastic solutions” needed in dispute with “Brussels dictatorship”, says senior Polish official
Ryszard Terlecki pointed to the example of Brexit.
Poland signs deal for short-range air defence system to be produced domestically
The president described this week’s €7.3 billion agreement as “the largest and most complex contract in the history of the Polish armed forces”.
EU may “misunderstand system that functions in Poland”, says PM’s chief of staff
Poland’s government has responded to yesterday’s action by the European Commission.
Belarusian KGB officer admitted to Polish economic forum “by mistake”
But the man claims he was purposely invited by “the Polish establishment”, who “want a reset with Lukashenko”.
“The fourth wave is here,” says Poland’s health ministry amid rise in cases
Infections are up over 40% on last week.
Poland detains six foreign nationals for aiding illegal crossings on Belarus border
The citizens of Germany, Finland, Tajikistan, Syria and Iraq face up to eight years in prison.
Polish ambassador accuses Icelandic politician of “hate speech” for joke about Poles
Poles constitute an estimated 8% of Iceland’s population, making them by far the largest minority group.
Lidl becomes latest chain to exploit Sunday trading ban loophole in Poland
The German discount chain has evaded the ban by offering postal services in some of its stores.
