“Everyone has the right to protest but you cannot protest in a way that violates other people’s rights,” says the university.
Society
Poland labels pharmacies providing morning-after pill without doctor’s prescription
The government is circumventing a presidential veto on prescription-free access to emergency contraception.
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Polish city records worst air pollution in the world as winter smog descends
Kraków yesterday topped a global air pollution ranking, coming ahead of Lahore and New Delhi.
Life expectancy falls 1.4 years in Poland amid pandemic, one of EU’s largest drops
Poland spends less than half the EU average on healthcare, and has the bloc’s lowest number of doctors in proportion to population.
Polish far-right MPs appear under Auschwitz-style sign at anti-vaccine protest
The politicians were criticised by the Auschwitz Museum.
Iraqis launch “hunger protest” against “prison-like” conditions in Polish holding centre
The border guard notes that, though not coming to the canteen, many of the protesters are being brought food in their rooms.
Blood donors in Poland to receive free Christmas tree from state forests
All people giving blood in Poland this Thursday will receive a Christmas tree “straight from the forest”.
Poland ordered to pay compensation for air pollution violating resident’s rights
But the judge noted that the ruling does not automatically open the way for anyone in Poland to demand compensation.
Number of Georgian immigrants in Poland quadruples in three years
The latest data on residence permits shows Georgians to be Poland’s fourth-largest group of arrivals.
Polish designer on BBC’s “100 inspiring women” list for her lifelike baby therapy dolls
Barbara Smolińska makes hyper-realistic baby dolls that can help women deal with the loss of a child.
Large majority of Poles view government’s judicial policies negatively, find new polls
Three quarters hold a negative view of the changes while 57% say they have subordinated the judiciary to political control.
Polish hospital refused abortion against psychiatrists’ advice for fear of prosecution
A woman was left suicidal after her foetus was diagnosed with a fatal defect, but her hospital refused an abortion, citing the new law.
Santas parade on bikes and boards as Poland celebrates St Nicholas Day
St Nicholas Day is an important date in Poland, and a number of charity events raised money and collected gifts for children.
Poland’s most beautiful towns: 10 smaller spots to add to your travel wish list
Shannon Listopad
Poland offers many interesting spots off the beaten path.
