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Google Maps Vandalized with Vulgar Place Names in Poland

Several place names on Google Maps in Poland were changed to vulgar and insulting terms, including 'Ogród Suski' instead of 'Ogród Saski' and 'Monument of naked Marta Kaczyńska' instead of the Mermaid Monument. The origin of the changes is unclear.

6 Jul, 16:06 — 6 Jul, 16:06
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Dozens of Polish place names changed on Google Maps to offensive alternatives

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tvn246 Jul, 06:15First to report

Zmienili nazwy na mapach Google. Są wulgarne i znieważające

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notes-from-poland6 Jul, 16:06Latest update

Dozens of Polish place names changed on Google Maps to offensive alternatives

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