Poland’s population fell by over 123,000 last year, a trend that is forecast to continue in coming decades.
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Polish museum criticised for exhibition on “Our Boys” who fought in Hitler’s army
Poland’s president and defence minister were among those to condemn the exhibition at Gdańsk city hall.
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Kaczyński: “EU treaties are no longer in force”, Berlin wants “Fourth German Reich”
Poland is “trying to build a front” of opposition to the current direction of the EU, says the ruling party chairman.
Poland set for Omicron “tsunami”, warns PM’s chief Covid advisor
The Omicron wave could “paralyse not only the healthcare system, but also other infrastructure critical to the functioning of society”, say experts.
Stolen 16th century icon returned to Poland by German museum
The artwork was spotted in Germany by an employee of Poland’s culture ministry.
Poland is world’s third largest exporter of Christmas decorations
Sales of premium glass baubles have boomed in particular.
Germans cross into Poland to tank up after Polish government cuts fuel taxes
German newspapers have printed a glossary of useful terms in Polish to make sure motorists not use the wrong pump
Attempted crossings from Belarus into Poland fall to lowest level since August
Only 1,200 attempts to cross the border from Belarus have been recorded this month, compared to 17,500 in October.
European Commission launches action against Poland for constitutional court violating EU law
Brussels has “serious doubts on the independence and impartiality of Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal”.
UN: Belarus and Poland “violating rights of refugees and migrants” at border
Both countries refused to give the UN team access to the border.
Journalist charged with criminal defamation for likening Polish border guards to Nazis
He could face up to a year in prison if convicted.
Most Poles support government policies on Belarus border and reject asylum for crossers, finds poll
Two thirds fear the crisis could lead to armed conflict, and a declining proportion think Poland can rely on NATO allies to help defend its border
National Museum in Warsaw buys 14 works by Chagall with government grant
The purchase is part of a government strategy to enrich collections with Polish and European art.
Polish city invites residents to vote on hedgehog road safety signs
Around 40,000 hedgehogs are killed on Poland’s roads each year.
