Polish national Damian Soból was among the aid workers killed in the Israeli strike in Gaza this week.
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Levi Strauss closes factory in Poland after over three decades
The firm and city have announced support for the 650 people who will lose their jobs.
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Quarantined Poles can confirm their location with selfies using new government app
The new app aims to check people’s whereabouts and to ensure better care.
Poland unveils multi-billion support package to counter coronavirus economic fallout
The measures aim to help employees, small businesses, health services, banks and public investments.
Polish society rallies to help medical staff and the vulnerable during coronavirus shutdown
Many in Poland have been running errands for the elderly, feeding medical staff and helping the homeless.
Polish government repatriating tens of thousands stranded by coronavirus flight ban
There may be hundreds of thousands of Poles needing to return.
Rape survivors hold fashion show in clothes they were wearing during assaults
The event was a response to claims that the way women dress can provoke sexual violence.
Archbishop tells faithful not to fear coronavirus: “Satan is powerless in the face of holy water”
“Do not be afraid of the church. Christ does not spread germs or viruses. Christ restores health.”
Polls show strong public support for Polish government’s tough coronavirus measures
Poland has introduced some of the toughest measures in Europe, and polls suggest the public approves.
Polish museums, theatres and universities move online during coronavirus shutdown
Institutions in Poland are expanding online offerings for those stuck at home during the shutdown.
Poland bans foreigners from entry and suspends international air and rail connections due to coronavirus
Returning Poles must enter quarantine; restaurants, pubs & cafes closed.
Polish firm creates mobile air-quality map with sensors on electric cars
Airly has fitted sensors to zero-emission cars that will provide real-time measurements of air quality in Warsaw.
Poland declares state of epidemic emergency as first coronavirus death announced
Discussions have taken place over postponing presidential elections, while the WIG20 fell to its lowest level since 2003.
Most Poles religious but few “strongly committed” to their faith, new data show
61% of Poles display religious commitment. Younger people are less committed.
