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Mass fish die-off in Poland raises fears of renewed golden algae crisis
The climate ministry announced, however, that an experiment to reduce algal bloom has been successful.
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Metal musician Nergal convicted in Poland for “offending religious feelings” but contests ruling
The case is the latest in a series of prosecutions against the Behemoth frontman.
Polish government warns of third wave as infections rise and British variant spreads
The government says it may tighten lockdown restrictions again.
Pandemic saw crime fall overall in Poland in 2020 but murders rose sharply
Almost a quarter more murders took place than in 2019.
Poles – once the world’s heaviest smokers – continue to kick the habit
Poles topped the WHO’s cigarette consumption league table in 1992.
German-Swiss media giant suing Polish MP for Nazi comparisons
It is also suing an IPN official for calling on of its Polish news websites a “tube for gassing Poles”.
EU award for Polish teen behind fake online shop helping domestic abuse victims in lockdown
By placing an “order”, victims can notify the police without alerting their abuser.
Hundreds of police interventions as crowds flock to Poland’s winter capital after restrictions eased
An estimated 20,000 tourists descended on Zakopane.
Under 6% of train stations in Poland are fully adapted for disabled users
The infrastructure ministry says work is ongoing to make public transport more accessible.
Israel protests appointment of former far-right activist to head Polish state history body
The IPN defended its appointee, saying he has “apologised” for his “mistakes”.
Polish government “attacking independent media”, finds International Press Institute report
Poland is following Hungary’s example in seeking to “muzzle” reporting, says the IPI.
Poland’s first “social stores” offer goods to low earners at half market price
The store will also feature a cafe for elderly people to socialise.
Polish PM hits back at German president over Nord Stream 2 pipeline support
Frank-Walter Steinmeier had suggested that the pipeline is historical debt owed to Russia.
