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Damaged Angel Statue Returns to Ostrov, Czechia
Cultureradio-prague4d ago

Damaged Angel Statue Returns to Ostrov, Czechia

A damaged statue of an angel, believed to have inspired one of Karel Kryl's 1969 protest songs, is returning to the western Bohemian town of Ostrov. It will go on display in the local church on August 21, the anniversary of the 1968 Warsaw Pact invasion.

Mixed Bag of Earnings Previews and Market Sentiment Reports
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Mixed Bag of Earnings Previews and Market Sentiment Reports

This story is a collection of various financial news items, including earnings previews for companies like Flexsteel and Yalla, and market sentiment reports for Alliance Entertainment and Light S.A. It also contains unrelated search queries for illicit substances.

Andrea Bocelli Concert in Warsaw
Culturetvn249d ago

Andrea Bocelli Concert in Warsaw

Andrea Bocelli is scheduled to perform at the National Stadium in Warsaw. City officials are encouraging attendees to use public transport, which will operate more frequently, and are restricting vehicle access to the stadium area.

Poland Thwarts Russian Assassination Plot Against US-Ukrainian National
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Poland Thwarts Russian Assassination Plot Against US-Ukrainian National

Polish authorities have arrested a Russian national suspected of planning an assassination attempt in Warsaw against a US-Ukrainian dual citizen, as announced by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk. The plot is believed to have been ordered by Russia.

Warsaw Prepares for August 15 Military Parade
Politicsrzeczpospolita12d ago

Warsaw Prepares for August 15 Military Parade

Warsaw is preparing for its August 15 military parade, with authorities announcing traffic disruptions and changes to public transport starting August 14. The city has also identified optimal viewing spots for the public to observe the parade.

Warsaw Stock Exchange Indices Reach New Records
Businessrzeczpospolita14d ago

Warsaw Stock Exchange Indices Reach New Records

The main domestic indices of the Warsaw Stock Exchange (GPW) started Tuesday's session by reaching new highs in the bull market, with the WIG index touching 154,000 points, driven by large companies like Orlen.

Olivia Rodrigo Debuts New Songs at Surprise Intimate Brooklyn Concert
Culturevarietyhollywood-reporterbillboard18d ago3 sources

Olivia Rodrigo Debuts New Songs at Surprise Intimate Brooklyn Concert

Olivia Rodrigo held a surprise, intimate concert at Warsaw in Brooklyn, delivering a rock-out performance for fans and debuting new 'Pretty Sad' songs. The one-night-only event featured several memorable moments and was met with a mad dash for tickets.

TVN24 Birthday Tour Finale in Warsaw
Culturetvn2418d ago

TVN24 Birthday Tour Finale in Warsaw

TVN24 is holding the final event of its birthday tour in Warsaw on August 9th, near the Palace of Culture and Science, with a weather forecast also provided.

Warsaw City Center Redevelopment Draws Mixed Reactions
Politicsrzeczpospolita19d ago

Warsaw City Center Redevelopment Draws Mixed Reactions

The redevelopment of Warsaw's city center, including the transformation of Złota Street, is eliciting varied opinions, with some drivers frustrated by disappearing parking spaces while pedestrians welcome new green areas.

Polish Stock Exchange Awaits Major IPOs Amid Improving Market Conditions
Businessrzeczpospolita19d ago

Polish Stock Exchange Awaits Major IPOs Amid Improving Market Conditions

Several prominent Polish companies, including Canal+ Polska, DESA, Irena Eris, TTMS, and Smyk, are reportedly preparing for potential IPOs on the Warsaw Stock Exchange, having previously delayed plans due to valuation disputes, the pandemic, and war. Improved financial results and more favorable market conditions could pave the way for their debuts.

Warsaw Uprising medic Maria Kowalska dies at 100
Worldtvn2420d ago

Warsaw Uprising medic Maria Kowalska dies at 100

Maria Kowalska, known by her pseudonym 'Myszka,' a medic for the 'Baszta' Home Army Regiment during the Warsaw Uprising, has died at the age of 100. She provided aid to the wounded in hospitals in Mokotów.

Poland's Housing Market Shows Regional Disparities
Businessrzeczpospolita21d ago

Poland's Housing Market Shows Regional Disparities

Poland's housing market exhibits regional differences, with Warsaw, Wrocław, and Tricity being seller's markets, Poznań and Kraków in relative balance, and Łódź and Katowice facing an oversupply, where developers in Katowice have not introduced new offers for three months.

Corruption Investigation Launched at Warsaw Hospital Mortuary
Politicsrzeczpospolita21d ago

Corruption Investigation Launched at Warsaw Hospital Mortuary

The Ministry of Health has demanded urgent explanations and an inspection at a Warsaw hospital following reports of irregularities in its mortuary, prompting a corruption investigation by the prosecutor's office, though hospital authorities deny the allegations.

Reflections on the Warsaw Uprising and Global Silence
Worldrzeczpospolita21d ago

Reflections on the Warsaw Uprising and Global Silence

A commentary reflects on the Warsaw Uprising, noting that only a free Poland truly honored its survivors, and posits that even without the uprising, Poland would have suffered greatly due to widespread will to fight both occupiers.

Polish Man Detained for Threatening Ukrainian Neighbor
Politicstvn2422d ago

Polish Man Detained for Threatening Ukrainian Neighbor

Police in Lesznowola, near Warsaw, arrested a 63-year-old man suspected of insulting a Ukrainian national on ethnic grounds and making threats in a video posted on social media; prosecutors have placed him under police supervision.

Retired US Judges Speak Out for the Rule of Law
PoliticsThe Guardian23d ago

Retired US Judges Speak Out for the Rule of Law

Retired US judges Michael P Donnelly and Robert F Orr have publicly voiced their concerns, emphasizing their commitment to fighting for the rule of law, following a recent tour with other legal professionals to Warsaw.

Czechs and Slovaks Commemorate 1968 Warsaw Pact Invasion
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Czechs and Slovaks Commemorate 1968 Warsaw Pact Invasion

Czechs and Slovaks are commemorating the 58th anniversary of the 1968 Warsaw Pact invasion that ended the Prague Spring. Events are being held across both countries to remember the occupation and its victims.

Ursus Councilors Unanimously Support Shelter Construction
Politicstvn245d ago

Ursus Councilors Unanimously Support Shelter Construction

Councilors in the Ursus district of Warsaw unanimously adopted a resolution supporting the necessity of building shelters in the area. They propose constructing underground parking lots that would also serve this purpose, with the resolution to be presented to the district council.

Renowned Polish Actor Jan Frycz Dies at 72
Culturerzeczpospolitatvn248d ago2 sources

Renowned Polish Actor Jan Frycz Dies at 72

Jan Frycz, a distinguished Polish actor widely recognized as a genius in his craft, has passed away at the age of 72. The news was confirmed by the National Theatre in Warsaw.

Poland Foils Russian Plot to Assassinate Ukrainian Rapper
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Poland Foils Russian Plot to Assassinate Ukrainian Rapper

Polish authorities announced they thwarted a Russian plot to assassinate Ukrainian rapper Kyivstoner in Warsaw. Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk described the incident as an unprecedented case of a foiled execution attempt by Russian agents.

Poland Aims to Become NATO's Third Military Power by 2039
Politicsdigi2411d ago

Poland Aims to Become NATO's Third Military Power by 2039

Poland is pursuing an ambitious plan to expand its army to 500,000 soldiers by 2039, aiming to become NATO's third military power. This move comes as Warsaw rapidly strengthens its armed forces amidst increasing security threats in Europe, with its active military personnel currently exceeding 220,000.

Complaint Filed Over Alleged Horse Cruelty at Warsaw Racecourse
Worldtvn2411d ago

Complaint Filed Over Alleged Horse Cruelty at Warsaw Racecourse

A complaint has been filed with the District Prosecutor's Office in Warsaw regarding suspected cruelty to horses during races at Służewiec Racecourse, specifically concerning the practice of tying horses' tongues to their jaws, which has been banned for a decade.

Tuberculosis Case Confirmed in Warsaw Kindergarten
Worldtvn2415d ago

Tuberculosis Case Confirmed in Warsaw Kindergarten

Warsaw's sanitary-epidemiological station is investigating a tuberculosis case in a capital kindergarten, confirming the source of infection has been identified and the ill person isolated to prevent further spread.

Warsaw Hospital Reduces Patient Rooms for Staff Facilities
Politicsrzeczpospolita18d ago

Warsaw Hospital Reduces Patient Rooms for Staff Facilities

A hospital in Warsaw, Szpital Południowy, has reportedly reduced the number of patient rooms to create space for staff facilities, including an office for a deputy head of department and a room for medics. This change occurs despite earlier promises from the city's mayor.

Wisłostrada Closed for Polish Army Day Parade Rehearsals
Worldtvn2419d ago

Wisłostrada Closed for Polish Army Day Parade Rehearsals

The Wisłostrada highway in Warsaw has been closed, along with several access roads, as soldiers conduct rehearsals for the upcoming Polish Army Day parade, causing significant traffic disruptions for drivers, pedestrians, and cyclists.

Czechs admire Warsaw's new tourist attraction
Politicsrzeczpospolita19d ago

Czechs admire Warsaw's new tourist attraction

The redevelopment around Warsaw's Palace of Culture and Science, featuring "trees instead of asphalt," has garnered admiration from Czech media, who describe it as a "great transformation."

Unexploded WWII Ordnance Discovered in Warsaw and France
Politicsrzeczpospolitatvn24notes-from-poland21d ago3 sources

Unexploded WWII Ordnance Discovered in Warsaw and France

Unexploded World War II ordnance has been discovered under a busy street in Warsaw, leading to emergency services operations. Separately, hundreds of unexploded devices were found in France, exposed by recent fires, highlighting lingering dangers from the war.

Warsaw Commemorates Uprising Heroes at 'W-Hour'
Worldrzeczpospolita24d ago

Warsaw Commemorates Uprising Heroes at 'W-Hour'

Warsaw observed a minute of silence at 5:00 PM, known as 'W-Hour,' with sirens wailing and church bells ringing, to honor the heroes of the Warsaw Uprising which began 82 years ago.

Polish Soldier Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges
Politicstvn2424d ago

Polish Soldier Arrested on Drug Trafficking Charges

A soldier from a Warsaw unit has been arrested in connection with drug offenses, facing charges of possessing narcotics and trafficking significant quantities of marijuana, with a potential sentence of up to 10 years in prison.

Polish Mid-Cap Stocks Lead GPW Growth
Businessrzeczpospolita8d ago

Polish Mid-Cap Stocks Lead GPW Growth

Mid-capitalization companies from the mWIG40 index are identified as the fastest-growing segment on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (GPW) for 2026, with an analysis of which companies are leading this trend.

Ceilings Collapse in Historic Warsaw Tenement House
Worldtvn249d ago

Ceilings Collapse in Historic Warsaw Tenement House

Ceilings have collapsed in a historic tenement house at Plac Trzech Krzyży in Warsaw during modernization work. Conservationists and building supervisors have inspected the site, and damaged structural elements are slated for replacement.

Former Ukrainian Submarine Commander Killed in Sevastopol Explosion
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Former Ukrainian Submarine Commander Killed in Sevastopol Explosion

A former Ukrainian submarine commander who defected to Russia was killed in an explosion in Sevastopol, with unconfirmed reports identifying the victim as a Russian serviceman. This incident follows other Ukrainian military actions, including the destruction of a Russian command post and claims of damaging air defense systems in Crimea.

Chopin Airport Sets New July Passenger Record
Businessrzeczpospolita12d ago

Chopin Airport Sets New July Passenger Record

Warsaw's Chopin Airport reported a new record for passenger traffic in July, handling nearly 2.7 million travelers, an increase of over 10 percent compared to its previous best July performance.

Assault Reported in Central Warsaw
Worldtvn2418d ago

Assault Reported in Central Warsaw

Warsaw police are investigating an assault in the city center where an assailant approached two men and forcefully struck one, causing him to fall onto stairs.

Worldbrussels-times19d ago

Brussels Times Publishes Numerous Drug-Related Search Queries

The Brussels Times published multiple search queries related to buying cocaine and other drugs in various international locations. These articles appear to be search engine optimization (SEO) spam, featuring phrases like 'WWW FINDCOK ORG' and 'WWW BUY-COKE COM' alongside city names.

Farewell to Journalist Andrzej Morozowski
Politicstvn2419d ago

Farewell to Journalist Andrzej Morozowski

Andrzej Morozowski, a journalist, master of political conversation, and friend, passed away on Tuesday after a long battle with illness. His farewell ceremony will take place on August 14 at Powązki Wojskowe in Warsaw.

Poland Records New August Heatwave Record
Worlddelfi-lt20d ago

Poland Records New August Heatwave Record

Poland experienced a new August temperature record as a heatwave gripped the country, with temperatures reaching 39 degrees Celsius at Warsaw's Radom Airport, surpassing the previous record from 2015.

Warsaw Mayor Trzaskowski Reveals Audit Findings at Southern Hospital
Politicsrzeczpospolitatvn2420d ago2 sources

Warsaw Mayor Trzaskowski Reveals Audit Findings at Southern Hospital

Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski has revealed the findings of an audit at the Southern Hospital, citing unjustified pay raises and a doctor attempting to defraud the hospital. The audit also highlighted instances of excessive duty hours, including one doctor working 110 hours.

Worldbrussels-times20d ago

Brussels Times Publishes Numerous Drug-Related Search Queries

The Brussels Times website has published multiple articles that appear to be search queries related to buying cocaine and other drugs in various international locations. These articles list specific drug-related search terms and locations, suggesting an unusual publication pattern.

Polish President Pardons Controversial Legia Fan Leader "Staruch"
Politicsrzeczpospolitatvn24klix-ba21d ago3 sources

Polish President Pardons Controversial Legia Fan Leader "Staruch"

Polish President Andrzej Duda has pardoned "Staruch," the notorious leader of Legia Warsaw football club fans, allowing him to return to stadiums. The decision has sparked debate, with some questioning the use of presidential prerogatives for such a purpose.