PKP says it is simply complying with regulations that set different requirements for male and female employees.
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Former ruling PiS party holds anti-government protest in Warsaw
PiS chairman Jarosław Kaczyński warned that “German imperialism is returning” through a “European plan” to “liquidate Poland as a state”.
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Poland creates sign-language guides for hiking trails as part of efforts to improve disabled access during lockdown
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Polish state radio accused of censorship after removing chart-topping song critical of ruling party chairman
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The controversy comes amid renewed debate over Poland’s abortion law.
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A selection of images from the Polish pope’s pastoral visits to his homeland.
Polish president and other public figures join online rap battle to raise money for medical workers
The initiative has raised millions of zloty from tens of thousands of donors.
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A more nuanced perspective is required than the usual hagiographies.
Poland’s constitutional court is a “puppet”, says Germany’s top judge, prompting angry response
The president of Poland’s Constitutional Tribunal says her German counterpart’s words were “scandalous”.
Poland ranked as worst country in EU for LGBT people
The annual Rainbow Map is based on legal rights and social climate for LGBT people.
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