The event faced hostility from the former PiS government, which was removed from power at the end of last year.
Society
Polish government cuts subsidies for milk bar cafeterias
Milk bars offered affordable food and were once widespread in Poland but have struggled in recent years.
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As thousands flee Ukraine, others return from Poland to defend their homeland
“We can face Russia. We will fight for our country. One Ukrainian will be like 10 Russians,” said one.
Poland ready to treat thousands of wounded Ukrainians at its hospitals
The Polish authorities have also readied a medical train that can transport the wounded from the border.
Almost 30,000 people crossed from Ukraine to Poland yesterday, half declaring as refugees
Poland has also been helping facilitate the repatriation of third-country nationals – including Bangladeshis and Filipinos – from Ukraine.
Poland takes Russian TV stations off the air following Ukraine invasion
RT (formerly Russia Today) is among the channels removed.
Poland opens reception points for refugees from Ukraine
“We will show our Ukrainian brothers solidarity and support” during “these difficult times”, says Poland’s interior minister.
Thousands join farmers protest in Warsaw calling for more government support
They say the government has not done enough to protect them from inflation.
Body of Yemeni man found in marshland on Polish-Belarus border
It is the 14th body to have been found on the Polish side of the border since the migration surge started last summer.
Polish government prepares bill to boost home-working rights
Employers would be barred from refusing requests to work at home from certain groups and required to cover the costs.
Poland among Europe’s leaders in kosher and halal meat, despite uncertainty around ritual slaughter
Anna Rzhevkina
Almost one third of Poland’s meat exports are kosher and halal.
Warsaw’s population continues to decline, as residents leave central districts
While people have been moving out of the city centre, more remote districts have expanded.
Hospitals launch Poland’s first long-haul drone delivery connection
Between six and seven flights will be operated every day on 60km routes.
Polish mountain trail cleared by “tank” after avalanches
The highest shelter in the Tatra Mountains had been cut off for two weeks after heavy snowfall.
