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Robot Edward Gains Celebrity Status in Poland
Technologyaktualne-cz8h ago

Robot Edward Gains Celebrity Status in Poland

A 132-centimeter-tall robot named Edward Warchocki has appeared in Warsaw, Poland, drawing significant public attention for its unconventional behavior, including shouting at wild boars and conversing with politicians.

City Bus Catches Fire in Warsaw, Poland
Worldrzeczpospolitatvn242d ago2 sources

City Bus Catches Fire in Warsaw, Poland

A city bus caught fire in the Wawer district of Warsaw, Poland, on Thursday morning. The fire originated in the engine compartment, causing traffic disruptions but no injuries.

Poland's President Appoints Council of New Media
Politicsrzeczpospolita2d ago

Poland's President Appoints Council of New Media

A ceremony was held at the Presidential Palace in Warsaw to appoint the Council of New Media, an advisory body tasked with supporting the head of state on digital transformation, media market function, and related challenges.

Hungary's Political Landscape Shifts Amid Orbán Challenges, Magyar's Rise
PoliticsAPBBCbloomberg+62NYTwsjFTle-mondeThe GuardianCNNnzzyle-uutiset+54 more3d ago65 sources

Hungary's Political Landscape Shifts Amid Orbán Challenges, Magyar's Rise

Hungary is experiencing significant political shifts as Viktor Orbán's long-standing power faces challenges, particularly from the emerging figure of Peter Magyar. These developments are prompting European leaders to reassess expectations for Hungary's government and its relationship with the EU, including potential access to EU funds.

Hedgehog Rescued from Trap in Warsaw School
Culturetvn243d ago

Hedgehog Rescued from Trap in Warsaw School

Municipal guards and firefighters in Warsaw successfully freed a hedgehog that had become trapped between a window and bars at a local school. The animal had managed to squeeze into a space it theoretically shouldn't have fit.

Two Dead in Fatal Road Accident in Łomianki, Driver Fled Scene
Worldtvn245d ago

Two Dead in Fatal Road Accident in Łomianki, Driver Fled Scene

Two people were killed in a tragic road accident on national road number 7 in Łomianki, Poland. One of the drivers involved fled the scene immediately after the incident, but Warsaw police later announced the arrest of two men in connection with the crash.

Burglary in Warsaw Basement Leads to Arrests
Worldtvn2410d ago

Burglary in Warsaw Basement Leads to Arrests

Two men suspected of breaking into a basement in Warsaw's Wola district were apprehended by police. They cut padlocks and chains, making off with bicycles and scooters, and were found to have committed other offenses.

Two infants in Warsaw urgently need heart transplants
Healthtvn2413d ago

Two infants in Warsaw urgently need heart transplants

Two three-month-old boys at the Pediatric Hospital of the Medical University of Warsaw are in critical condition, with their hearts being supported by machinery, and their only hope is a heart transplant. A transplantologist has issued a dramatic appeal for organ donors.

Septic Tank Emptying Prices Soar in Warsaw Districts
Businesstvn2413d ago

Septic Tank Emptying Prices Soar in Warsaw Districts

Residents in Warsaw's Wawer and Białołęka districts, which have a high number of homes without sewage systems, are facing significant hardship due to soaring prices for septic tank emptying services, with some paying over 1000 PLN.

Warsaw's Jewish Theater Secures New Permanent Home
Culturetvn2415d ago

Warsaw's Jewish Theater Secures New Permanent Home

After years of displacement, the Jewish Theater in Warsaw will finally have a new permanent home at Kasprzaka 22, with an agreement signed for the modernization of the building, which will also house a labor office.

Dog Attack in Warsaw Leads to Court Case
tvn2418d ago

Dog Attack in Warsaw Leads to Court Case

A large dog attacked and killed a chihuahua in a Warsaw neighborhood in February, leading police to identify and question the owner. The case is now set to proceed to court.

Kora Mural Vandalized in Warsaw
Culturetvn2419d ago

Kora Mural Vandalized in Warsaw

The famous mural of Polish singer Kora on Nowy Świat street in Warsaw has been defaced with scribbles in an act of vandalism, which may prove costly and lengthy to repair.

Warsaw Office Market Sees Low Supply, Rising Rents
Businessrzeczpospolita22h ago

Warsaw Office Market Sees Low Supply, Rising Rents

Warsaw's office market recorded 133,800 square meters of leased space in the first quarter, with high demand in the city center and Służewiec areas leading to expectations of rising rents due to low new supply.

Humanoid Robot Chases Wild Boars in Warsaw
Technologytvn2424urvijesti-me1d ago3 sources

Humanoid Robot Chases Wild Boars in Warsaw

A video showing a humanoid robot chasing a herd of wild boars in Warsaw has gone viral. The incident captured global attention, highlighting an unusual method of urban wildlife management.

Film Festivals Launch in Caldas da Rainha and Warsaw
Culturerzeczpospolitaobservador2d ago2 sources

Film Festivals Launch in Caldas da Rainha and Warsaw

Film festivals are commencing in various locations, including an event in Caldas da Rainha and the Timeless Film Festival in Warsaw. These festivals celebrate a love for cinema, particularly classic films.

Third Victim Dies in Łomianki Accident
Worldtvn242d ago

Third Victim Dies in Łomianki Accident

A 20-year-old man, the driver of a Toyota involved in a Sunday accident in Łomianki near Warsaw, died overnight in the hospital, becoming the third fatality of the incident which also killed a 19-year-old and a 15-year-old.

Foreign Interest in Polish Stock Exchange Continues to Grow
Financetvn242d ago

Foreign Interest in Polish Stock Exchange Continues to Grow

Interest from foreign investors in the Warsaw stock exchange is increasing, along with the liquidity and scale of listed companies, according to GPW President Tomasz Bardziłowski, who also emphasized the importance of attracting domestic investors.

"Stop Wild Boar Slaughter" Protest Held in Warsaw
Politicstvn242d ago

"Stop Wild Boar Slaughter" Protest Held in Warsaw

A protest against the culling of wild boars in Warsaw took place in front of the city hall, following recent events where residents witnessed the killing of wild animals in the city. Protesters demanded the establishment of an expert group.

Polish Prosecutor Partially Drops 'Coup D'état' Case
Politicsrzeczpospolita4d ago

Polish Prosecutor Partially Drops 'Coup D'état' Case

The Warsaw District Prosecutor's Office has partially dropped proceedings in the case of an alleged 'coup d'état,' which was reported by the President of the Constitutional Tribunal. The decision specifically concerns the constitutional accountability of former National Broadcasting Council chairman Maciej Świrski.

Inclusive Education and Student Development in Poland
rzeczpospolita5d ago

Inclusive Education and Student Development in Poland

Research from the University of Warsaw explores the benefits and challenges of inclusive education, where children with and without disabilities learn together in the same classrooms, addressing a common dilemma for parents.

Polish Stock Market Nears Record Highs
Financerzeczpospolita8d ago

Polish Stock Market Nears Record Highs

The WIG index on the Warsaw Stock Exchange is maintaining levels close to its historical peak, with the market performing well despite rising crude oil prices.

Kraków Becomes New Leader in Corporate Wages, Surpassing Warsaw
Financerzeczpospolita9d ago

Kraków Becomes New Leader in Corporate Wages, Surpassing Warsaw

Kraków has emerged as the top-paying city for employees in medium and large companies in Poland, ending Warsaw's long-standing hegemony. While Warsaw still leads in overall earnings across all company sizes, the wage gap between the highest and lowest-paying provincial cities remains significant.

Large Police Operation in Poland Leads to 11 Arrests
Politicstvn249d ago

Large Police Operation in Poland Leads to 11 Arrests

A major police operation involving over 70 officers, a Black Hawk helicopter, and anti-terrorist units simultaneously raided nine locations in Warsaw, Radom, and Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, leading to the arrest of 11 individuals.

Strong Winds Cause Damage in Warsaw and Surrounding Areas
Worldtvn2412d ago

Strong Winds Cause Damage in Warsaw and Surrounding Areas

A strong windstorm swept through Warsaw and its surrounding districts overnight, causing widespread damage. Trees were broken in many places, with one falling on a building in Wawer, and strong gusts of wind tore the roof off a barn in Podłęż.

Man Attacks Woman and Dog in Warsaw City Center
Worldtvn2415d ago

Man Attacks Woman and Dog in Warsaw City Center

A 37-year-old man inexplicably attacked a woman walking her dog near Plac Konstytucji in central Warsaw, punching her in the head and kicking her body. A police officer intervened during the assault.

Historic Trams Return to Warsaw for Easter
Culturetvn2415d ago

Historic Trams Return to Warsaw for Easter

Historic trams are returning to the streets of Warsaw for Easter Monday, operating on a special "W" line organized by the Public Transport Authority and the City Communication Enthusiasts Club.

Man Fined After Bomb Threat at Warsaw Airport
Politicstvn2417d ago

Man Fined After Bomb Threat at Warsaw Airport

A 23-year-old man was fined and prevented from flying after claiming to have a bomb in his luggage during check-in for a flight to Eindhoven at Warsaw-Okęcie airport, prompting intervention from border guards.

Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir Visits Poland and Ukraine
Worldmorgunbladid17d ago

Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir Visits Poland and Ukraine

Þórunn Sveinbjarnardóttir, President of the Althingi (Icelandic Parliament), visited Warsaw on March 30 at the invitation of Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska, President of the Polish Senate, as part of a trip that also includes Ukraine.

Taoiseach to Hold Talks with Finnish and Polish Leaders
Worldrte-news18d ago

Taoiseach to Hold Talks with Finnish and Polish Leaders

Taoiseach Micheál Martin is scheduled to meet with Finnish Prime Minister Petteri Orpo in Helsinki this morning before travelling to Warsaw this afternoon to meet Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk for diplomatic discussions.

Historic 'Foton' Mural Restored in Warsaw's Praga District
Culturetvn2418d ago

Historic 'Foton' Mural Restored in Warsaw's Praga District

The legendary 'Foton' mural, which had been painted over, can now be admired again on the wall of a building at Targowa 15 in Warsaw's Praga district. The restoration of a second mural, 'Jubiler,' is expected to be completed this week, following efforts by the Porozumienie dla Pragi association to bring back the 1970s advertisements.

Tsikhanouskaya Warns of Lukashenka's Threat in Warsaw
Worlddelfi-ltaktuality-sk19d ago2 sources

Tsikhanouskaya Warns of Lukashenka's Threat in Warsaw

Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Belarusian opposition leader, warned in Warsaw that Poland would not be safe without a free Belarus. She thanked Poles for their support during a Freedom Day march.

Warsaw's 'Gruba Kaśka' Rotunda Undergoes Renovation
Culturetvn241d ago

Warsaw's 'Gruba Kaśka' Rotunda Undergoes Renovation

The classical rotunda known as 'Gruba Kaśka' (Fat Kate) near Bankowy Square in Warsaw, which covers an old city well, is undergoing a significant renovation. The work is being supervised by a conservator and an ornithologist.

Humanoid Robot Chases Wild Boars in Warsaw
Technologydelfi-ltobservadorla-vanguardia+1indian-express2d ago4 sources

Humanoid Robot Chases Wild Boars in Warsaw

A humanoid robot was captured on video chasing wild boars through the streets of Warsaw, Poland. The unusual incident quickly went viral, with many online commenters calling it a glimpse into the future.

Growing Disparities in Poland's Local Labor Markets
Businessrzeczpospolita3d ago

Growing Disparities in Poland's Local Labor Markets

Significant differences in earnings are observed between agglomerations like Warsaw and Poznań and provincial areas in Poland, with the smallest disparities found in the Łódź, Podlaskie, and Świętokrzyskie voivodeships.

Polish modernism exhibition travels to Milan, Italy
Culturerzeczpospolita4d ago

Polish modernism exhibition travels to Milan, Italy

An exhibition showcasing post-war Polish modernism, including applied art from the PRL era, is being displayed in Milan's famous Torre Velasca skyscraper. The exhibition, titled "Polish Modernism: The Struggle for Beauty," features works from the National Museum in Warsaw and contemporary artists.

Warsaw Parking Lot Restricted to Association Members
Worldtvn2410d ago

Warsaw Parking Lot Restricted to Association Members

A parking lot in front of an apartment building in Warsaw's Wola district is leased by an association, restricting access to its members with chains and padlocks. While some residents are unhappy, district officials state they have not received formal complaints.

Warsaw Uprising Hero Wanda Traczyk-Stawska Turns 99
Culturetvn2411d ago

Warsaw Uprising Hero Wanda Traczyk-Stawska Turns 99

Wanda Traczyk-Stawska, a psychologist, teacher, and hero of the Warsaw Uprising, is celebrating her 99th birthday. She has dedicated her life to helping the vulnerable and preserving the memory of fallen insurgents, emphasizing its paramount importance.

Moscow Court Sentences German Sculptor Tilly in Absentia for Insulting Putin
PoliticsAPReutersbloomberg+51dr-dknzznostagesschauukrainska-pravdafazaftonbladetDW+43 more15d ago54 sources

Moscow Court Sentences German Sculptor Tilly in Absentia for Insulting Putin

A Moscow court has sentenced German carnival sculptor Jacques Tilly to eight-and-a-half years in prison in absentia for creating carnival floats that depicted Russian President Vladimir Putin and Orthodox Church Patriarch Kirill in sexual situations, which was deemed insulting.