The government’s plenipotentiary for flood reconstruction admits that support for victims has been “insufficient”.
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Russians protest against Putin and Ukraine war in Poland
They demanded Russia’s withdrawal from Ukraine, the release of political prisoners in Russia, and for Vladimir Putin to be put on trial.
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North American snapping turtle found in Polish village after living in the wild for years
It may have been one brought to Poland 25 years ago by a Pole living in the US who wanted to “enrich” his homeland’s wildlife.
Zebra and wild ass become best friends in Polish zoo
“The boys love to make mischief together. Sometimes they have conflicts over who gets to have the ball.”
Russians and Belarusians banned from European Games in Poland despite IOC recommendations
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) recommended yesterday that Russians and Belarusians be allowed to return under a neutral flag.
Polish men’s team support women’s football by wearing names of female counterparts
“Women’s football must be treated as an integral part of the game,” says the head of the Polish football association.
Vatican hands over files of priest accused of abuse to Polish court for first time
The move came after the local Polish archbishop informed the judge that he was unable to make the documents available himself.
Abuse enactment at church retreat for Polish school students sparks anger and apology
The priest responsible for the retreat admitted that the scene in question “crossed the boundary” and apologised to participants.
“Significant human rights issues” in Poland, says US State Department
The report notes concerns over the rule of law, free speech, the treatment of migrants and ethnic minorities, LGBT rights, and access to sexual and reproductive health services.
Poles’ dislike of Russians, Belarusians, Hungarians and Germans has grown amid war, finds study
Positive sentiment towards Americans, Ukrainians and the English has risen.
Polish opposition party proposes payments for mothers who return to work
Donald Tusk named the policy “granny payments” because grandmothers often care for children while mothers work.
Rising cost of living has pushed 17% of Poles to take on additional employment, finds study
Most Poles (70%) say their financial situation has deteriorated over the last year, compared to 50% who said the same a year ago.
Polish drugstore chain withdraws teen cosmetics line after sexual branding backlash
“Make me wet”, “I like it rough”, “Show me your dirties” and “Sleep with me” are some of the slogans used by the brand.
Artist on trial in Poland for offending religious feelings with abortion protest painting
It is the second time Krzysztof Soroka has faced trial over the image, with a court last year finding him guilty.
