The new arrivals from Asia and Latin America are satisfied with their new lives in Poland, finds a new report based on hundreds of interviews.
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First church blessing of same-sex couples takes place in Poland
It took place at an ecumenical service involving Catholic and Protestant clergy to mark International Day against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia.
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Police issue thousands of fines for violating coronavirus restrictions over Easter in Poland
Some have criticised Poland’s coronavirus restrictions for vague wording and inconsistent enforcement.
Polish government to soon begin “unfreezing” economy from coronavirus lockdown
A decision to possibly loosen rules on shops, forests and public spaces is expected later this week.
False positives: the argument against mass coronavirus testing
Adam Czerwiński
Mass screening could even be counterproductive.
Locked down with a violent partner: domestic violence soars in Poland during coronavirus pandemic
Agnieszka Wądołowska
NGOs are doing their best to help, but government intervention is also needed.
Poland’s colourful Easter traditions in pictures
As Poles spend Easter under lockdown, we offer a virtual tour through some of the traditions that would normally be seen around Poland.
“Mask-o-mat” vending machines appear across Poland as face covering made compulsory
The vending machines sell face masks and other hygiene products.
Commemoration and controversy as Poland marks tenth anniversary of Smolensk crash
Jarosław Kaczyński and others have paid tribute to those who died in the air disaster.
In deeply Catholic Poland, society prepares for Easter in isolation
Paulina Olszanka
Society is having to find ways to adapt its traditions and support the vulnerable.
Amid another epidemic 60 years ago, a Polish scientist created the world’s first polio vaccine
Magdalena Kozela
Saturday marks the seventh anniversary of the death of Hilary Koprowski, a pioneering virologist.
As lockdown pushes education online, Poland’s digitally excluded children are being left behind
Barbara Erling
Some teachers are unprepared and some students are under-equipped.
Polish music stars raise 4 million zloty for fight against coronavirus in online Concert for Heroes
The WOŚP charity has also raised over 6 million zloty so far.
Shops appeal for changes to coronavirus restrictions while exemption for hunters stirs controversy
Hunting is exempted from the restrictions, and a decision on religious services is expected next week.
