That was the second biggest decrease among 19 global cities included in a new international report.
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Warsaw bans nighttime alcohol sales in shops
A pilot scheme in two central districts showed that police interventions fell 15% at night.
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Warsaw theatre director dismissed over “radical feminism” and golden vagina sculpture
The decision was made by an official from the ruling national-conservative Law and Justice (PiS) party.
Carers of disabled children protest in Warsaw for right to work while still receiving benefits
Carers lose their benefits if they take up even part-time work.
Warsaw names path in front of Russia’s embassy “Victims of Russian Aggression Avenue”
“The naming is intended to force the Russian state to reflect and act,” say Warsaw’s municipal authorities.
Tens of thousands join nationalist Independence March in Warsaw
The event, which is organised by far-right groups but also attended by mainstream conservatives, passed peacefully.
“Referendum” approves annexation of Russian embassy in Warsaw
“Turnout was 127%,” said the organisers, with “the vast majority of valid votes cast in favour of” annexation.
Poland’s east depopulates as suburbs grow, census data show
Poland’s overall population fell by 1.2%, while the number of municipalities with a share of older people exceeding 20% increased tenfold.
Bellotto: the 18th-century artist who helped Warsaw rise from the ashes of WWII
Aleksandra Janiszewska-Cardone
Bernardo Bellotto, also known as Canaletto, painted detailed views of Warsaw which were crucial in the rebuilding process.
Thousands join pro-marriage march in Warsaw as president sends message of support
“Life, marriage and family are written into the genetic code of our nation,” says the organiser.
Polish town bans shops from selling alcohol during night
Zakopane becomes the latest Polish town to introduce restrictions while others, including Warsaw, are considering them.
Warsaw authorities warn residents of increased wild boar sightings
“These animals have often never seen a forest. They simply live in the city,” says an official.
Police detain three following video of xenophobic abuse of Ukrainians in Warsaw
The incident has caused outrage in Poland, where the public have been overwhelmingly welcoming towards refugees from Ukraine
Protest against “terrorist Russia” outside Russian embassy in Warsaw
Demonstrations in solidarity with Ukraine took place in Warsaw, Kraków and Kielce.
