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A fire broke out in the boiler room of a single-family house in Wawer, Warsaw, with smoke spreading to the attic. No one was injured in the incident.
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A fire broke out in the boiler room of a single-family house in Wawer, Warsaw, with smoke spreading to the attic. No one was injured in the incident.

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.

A group of Sardinian artists performed in Warsaw, Poland, for a concert organized under the patronage of the Italian Cultural Institute, honoring the memory of Maria Carta.
A ground handling error at Warsaw's Chopin Airport led to passengers from an Antalya flight being released into the terminal without mandatory border control, prompting an immediate lockdown and a large-scale security operation.
During a trial in Warsaw, lawyer Rafał Rogalski, representing a businessman accused of publicly insulting Jewish people, demanded the judge state on record whether they have Jewish origin and an Israeli passport.

A video showing a humanoid robot chasing a herd of wild boars through a park in Warsaw has gone viral. The robot was deployed to deter the animals from city streets.
Warsaw city councilors have decided that the historic Napoleonic Inn, which dates back to the November Uprising and may have hosted Napoleon, will become the new headquarters for the civil registry office.
The prosecutor's office has reportedly filed a motion to dismiss proceedings against the perpetrator of a brutal murder at the University of Warsaw campus, following psychiatric evaluations that deemed the 22-year-old suspect unfit for trial.
Councilor Maciej Binkowski has left the Law and Justice (PiS) party and its club in the Warsaw City Council after several years, becoming the sole representative of the National Movement in the capital's council.

A car with Russian diplomatic license plates struck a Ukrainian courier riding a bicycle in Warsaw on Wednesday, according to TVP World.
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.
The Warsaw Stock Exchange (GPW) is focusing on implementing a new transaction system in the coming months, highlighting the accelerating pace of technological advancements in financial markets.
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.
An expert notes that the Warsaw Stock Exchange is missing major global technology companies that could significantly benefit from the artificial intelligence boom, leading investors to seek opportunities elsewhere.
The Warsaw Court of Appeal has approved a three-month arrest for Russian GRU agent Paweł Rubcow, who failed to appear for his trial in Poland, a decision that could lead to the issuance of an arrest warrant.

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.
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.
An Indian citizen was arrested by border guards in Warsaw-Modlin, Poland, after presenting a passport with a forged Portuguese visa and fake Maltese and Portuguese border control stamps.
Mati Staniszewski, founder of a prominent AI unicorn, is investing in a Warsaw-based startup created by Turkish entrepreneurs, with funds aimed at AI research and expansion into the US market.
Gains on the Warsaw Stock Exchange indices were halted at the start of the new week, as investor sentiment cooled due to the uncertain geopolitical situation in the Middle East.
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.
A truck transporting alternative fuels caught fire on Wisłostrada in Warsaw on Sunday evening, leading to a dangerous incident.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski addressed the controversial culling of wild boars in the Bemowo and Mokotów districts, stating it was a difficult but necessary decision despite public outrage over the dead animals.
Tram services in Warsaw will face disruptions for 1.5 months starting Saturday, April 11, due to reconstruction of the track crossing at the intersection of Grzybowska and Towarowa.

Dopo le dimissioni da presidente, il co-fondatore della griffe resta azionista al 40% e impegnato nel gruppo.

The 19th edition of the Mastercard OFF CAMERA International Festival of Independent Cinema in Krakow has unveiled its program, featuring over 100 titles, 6 thematic sections, 2 competitions, and 10 days of film from April 24 to May 3.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski has announced that "personnel decisions" may be made if necessary, in response to reports that staff at a hospital on Madalińskiego Street obstructed an investigation into a patient's death.
New headquarters for the Mazovian Voivodeship Regional Assembly and the Appellate Court in Warsaw are set to be built on Świętojerska Street by 2029, following the signing of a construction agreement.
The body of 23-year-old Olivier E., who went missing in Warsaw last November, has been recovered from the Vistula River near Ciechocinek. DNA test results confirmed the identity of the deceased.
Warsaw is preparing a new Christmas illumination theme for the upcoming winter, moving away from the previous PRL-era decorations to focus on local legends and cultural heritage. The city's Road Management Board has begun searching for a contractor for the project.
A significant step has been taken towards establishing a dedicated bus lane between Łomianki and Warsaw, Poland. Local authorities in Łomianki have signed an agreement with the project contractor, aiming to reduce travel times on the 850-meter section.
Scientists from the University of Warsaw Astronomical Observatory have captured a unique image of the Orion spacecraft from the Artemis II mission moving across the center of the Milky Way, just before the astronauts' return to Earth.
Krakow has emerged as the city with the highest average salaries in Poland for employees in medium and large companies, surpassing Warsaw. Warsaw still maintains its lead in overall earnings across all company sizes and institutions.
A footbridge at Warsaw West Station will be closed for a month starting Thursday for maintenance work, with passengers directed to use an underground passage, escalators, and elevators.
After a period of relative stability, apartment prices in the secondary market have begun to rise again in Poland's largest cities. Interestingly, Warsaw is not leading the surge in price increases.
The District Prosecutor's Office in Warsaw has filed an indictment against PiS MP Krzysztof Szczucki for exceeding his powers while serving as president of the Government Legislation Center.
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.
A LOT Polish Airlines flight en route to Istanbul was struck by lightning, forcing the aircraft to return to Warsaw for inspection. Passengers continued their journey on a different plane.
Poland's Institute of Meteorology and Water Management has issued new warnings for strong winds, sleet, and snow, with reports of a tree falling on a power line near Warsaw due to the severe weather.
Warsaw experienced severe weather with heavy rain and strong winds, leading to fallen trees. Firefighters have been dispatched since morning to address the damage caused by the inclement weather.
A police helicopter and counter-terrorism units were observed conducting an operation on a building's roof near Radosław Roundabout in Warsaw.

After fall of communism, signs were left to rust until museum founders began to collect and restore them As they struggled through the decades of cold war gloom and repression, Warsaw’s neon signs…
Police in Warsaw issued six tickets in one location on Aleja "Solidarności" for traffic violations, including five for driving on the sidewalk and one for a collision with a pedestrian.
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.
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.
A city bus collided with a car and overturned in Marki, near Warsaw, Poland, resulting in eight injured individuals.
Scientists from the University of Warsaw are researching ways to enhance global air traffic management systems, which currently operate on principles established in the 1980s and 90s, to accommodate the increasing demand for flights.
The Warsaw Stock Exchange experienced a historic March, with the total value of share turnover on its main market reaching 57.9 billion Polish zlotys, marking a 26 percent year-on-year increase.
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.
Prosecutors have filed an indictment in the case of three large store arsons, including the Marywilska hall fire in Warsaw, with five individuals accused in connection with the incidents.
An attractive plot in Warsaw's Wilanów district, originally designated for a shopping mall, will now be developed into residential blocks and a youth cultural center.
A sewage truck overturned on a ramp connecting Wał Miedzeszyński to the S2 route in Warsaw, Poland, necessitating the transfer of its contents to another tanker.
Residents from Warsaw's Falenica and surrounding areas protested a railway investment by presenting a 'Lazy Barrier' award to PKP PLK railway company officials, expressing their dissatisfaction with how the project is being managed.
The Mazovian provincial conservator of monuments has added the urban layout of Krucza Street in Śródmieście, Warsaw, to the register of monuments, raising questions about its previously planned extensive redevelopment.
An aggressive man was apprehended after attacking passing vehicles with a wooden beam under Poniatowski Bridge in Warsaw, causing damage and posing a threat to drivers and passengers. He was found to be sober at the time of the incident.
Warsaw is experiencing a significant demographic decline, resulting in a surplus of kindergarten places. After the first phase of recruitment for the 2026/2027 school year, there are over four thousand vacant spots, with the city center being the most affected.
The WIG20 index on the Warsaw Stock Exchange (GPW) increased by 1.25 percent towards the end of Tuesday's session, continuing gains from the previous day.
Warsaw's Road Management Board has announced the start of a spring tree planting initiative on Złota Street, where 45 large trees will be planted by mid-April as part of the New Warsaw Center project.
A resident of Żoliborz, Warsaw, lost two valuable paintings belonging to his great-grandfather and a payment card after falling asleep during a drinking session with newly met men.
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.
Tram services on Warsaw's Towarowa Street will be rerouted for a month and a half as workers begin renovating the tram tracks at the Grzybowska and Towarowa intersection.
The trial for the first death involving an electric scooter in Poland is set to begin in Warsaw, as the number of fatalities from personal transport devices continues to rise annually.
Kangaroo Stefcia at the Warsaw Zoo had a challenging start, being rejected by her brother and mother, but zoo staff successfully took over her care.
A 75-year-old woman and man have died in Wołomin, near Warsaw, in what preliminary findings suggest was a murder, with their grandchild currently hospitalized.
A car collision occurred near Torwar in Warsaw, leaving one vehicle across the road with broken windows and causing traffic disruptions.
An SKM train breakdown at Warszawa Choszczówka caused morning disruptions and delays on the railway section between Warszawa Praga and Legionowo, though traffic is now being restored.
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.
The modernization of Warszawa Wschodnia (Warsaw East) station and Warszawa Stadion stop in Poland could begin this year, pending a crucial decision from the National Appeal Chamber.

A viral video depicting a humanoid robot chasing wild boars in Warsaw has been exposed as a marketing trick.
An aggressive passenger on a flight from Warsaw to Miami caused a two-hour delay after authorities intervened, according to the airline.
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.
The Warsaw District Prosecutor's Office has requested the court dismiss the murder case at the University of Warsaw, concluding that the suspect, Mieszko R., requires placement in a closed psychiatric facility.
Paweł Wojciechowski writes that Budapest, once a model for Warsaw, now serves as a serious warning. This commentary likely reflects on recent political developments.
Investors on the domestic stock exchange saw a reversal in main indices on Thursday, failing to continue the previous rebound.
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 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.
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.
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.
Valuable frescoes depicting the Mother of God, cherubim, and angels have been uncovered beneath layers of plaster, dirt, and moisture in a 20th-century tomb chapel at the Orthodox cemetery 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.
Warsaw plans to launch average speed cameras in the Wisłostrada tunnel and on Poniatowski Bridge in the first quarter of next year, with one existing speed camera to be relocated to Grochowska Street.
Warsaw's Teatr Studio, in co-production with the National Old Theater in Krakow, has premiered 'Requiem for a Dream,' a new play exploring addiction as an invisible yet pervasive element of daily life.
Warsaw experienced a winter twice as expensive as the previous year, with costs reaching 107 million zlotys. The city endured nearly two months of snow, black ice, and temperatures as low as -20 degrees Celsius.

A humanoid robot was filmed chasing wild boars in an empty parking lot in Warsaw, with the video of the unusual event widely shared online.
Marcin D., the former husband of Marta Kaczyńska, was arrested in Pomerania on Tuesday by order of the Warsaw prosecutor's office. The arrest is part of a larger investigation into fraud and money laundering, which has led to the detention of three individuals.
Road construction work is set to begin this week in the Włochy district of Warsaw, leading to traffic disruptions where drivers will be limited to a single lane on an exit route from the city.
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.

Seoul and Warsaw are set to elevate their relationship to a comprehensive strategic partnership, with a focus on a $44.2 billion defense industry trade and joint production.
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.
Warsaw Mayor Rafał Trzaskowski criticized current political chaos, attributing it to Kaczyński, and noted that he had at least a "thread of understanding" with President Duda in the past.

A Romanian man, known as the “Prince of Dubai,” was arrested in Warsaw, Poland, for orchestrating a roadside scam. He was caught attempting to defraud drivers with fake gold and jewelry.
City services in Warsaw's Bemowo district euthanized four adult wild boars and 12 piglets in a playground, reportedly in front of residents and children. Locals expressed outrage, claiming the animals posed no threat.
Krystyna Ossowska-Cypryk, who served as a medic during the Warsaw Uprising, has passed away.
During reconstruction work on Okrzei Street in Warsaw's Praga district, workers discovered human bones under the sidewalk, believed to be remnants of a long-lost settlement that once had a hospital and parish school.
Hungarians are preparing to vote in parliamentary elections on Sunday, with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk commenting on the potential for 'Warsaw in Budapest' in relation to the outcome.
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.
A peculiar situation at Warsaw Ursus train station sees the passenger waiting room remain closed because it is not connected to electricity. This seemingly simple task requires a complex process, leaving passengers without shelter.
Polish authorities at Chopin Airport intercepted a shipment from Indonesia containing over a thousand live corals, marking the largest attempted smuggling of these organisms in Poland's history. The animals were transferred to the Orientarium in Łódź.
Data from GUS indicates that Krakow offers the highest salaries in Poland within medium and large enterprises, though Warsaw remains the overall leader for earnings across all company sizes.
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.
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.
Representatives of Poland's Razem party are demanding an audit of all promotional contracts signed by the Mazovian Marshal's Office, following a publication detailing the transfer of public funds to a foundation linked to a Warsaw director.
Police in Warsaw's Wawer district have arrested a 40-year-old man suspected of making criminal threats against a restaurant owner. The man reportedly pulled out an object resembling a weapon during an argument.
Wild boars in the center of Warsaw are getting closer and bolder. The backyard was not a place from which they could be safely driven away, so it was decided to euthanize them.
A driver in Warsaw, Poland, led police on a chase through major avenues before crashing into barriers on the S17 route. The individual was found to be under the influence of alcohol and drugs and had existing driving bans.
Police in Warsaw have arrested a 35-year-old woman, Natalia S., suspected of setting another woman's hair on fire at Central Station, who initially thought the smell was from a firecracker.
Border guards at Warsaw Chopin Airport arrested two foreign nationals, aged 38 and 27, who were both subject to European Arrest Warrants.
A police Black Hawk helicopter and counter-terrorism officers were deployed to a building near Rondo Zgrupowania Armii Krajowej "Radosław" in Warsaw, resulting in the arrest of several individuals in an investigation concerning drug trafficking.
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.
Special rafts have been placed in the ponds of Warsaw's city parks to provide resting and shelter spots for water birds.
The inauguration of the Chopin Concerts in Łazienki Królewskie, Warsaw, has been postponed to July due to ongoing renovations around the Frédéric Chopin monument, leading to a petition regarding the 'image loss'.
The Museum of Modern Art in Warsaw presents 'Cracked Modernism,' rediscovering avant-garde artist Maria Jarema and showcasing Julie Mehretu's art in an international context, linking abstraction with politics.
A 25-meter cross located in front of a parish church on Rzymowskiego Street in Warsaw caught fire. Firefighters are currently extinguishing the blaze.
Activists from the 'Last Generation' group were found guilty by a court of damaging the Mermaid monument in Warsaw by pouring paint on it. They were sentenced to community service and ordered to pay compensation.

Almaty, Kazakhstan, is set to significantly expand its international flight network by 2026, introducing four new destinations. Regular flights to Warsaw are among the new links scheduled to enhance connectivity between Almaty and cities across Europe and Asia.
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.
A tender has been announced for the construction of a new railway line connecting Modlin station to the Warsaw-Modlin airport terminal, aiming to eliminate transfers for passengers by 2029.
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.
Andrea Camastra, a chef who earned two Michelin stars in Poland, is set to open a new restaurant named "Maestro" in Warsaw, promising a return to his culinary roots.
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.
Warsaw's public transport, including buses, trams, and metro, will operate on altered schedules from April 2 to April 7 during the Holy Week period, with special lines available on Holy Saturday for cemetery access.
A man performing repair work was hit on Tuesday evening on Trasą Siekierkowską in Warsaw's Gocław. The injured man was taken to the hospital.

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.
Police in Mokotów, Warsaw, arrested a man suspected of theft after he was found hiding a stolen electric scooter and two bicycles in a storage unit.
A breast surgeon from the Medical University of Lodz and Warsaw University explains the meaning of the new term "menopausal hormonal therapy" and discusses its implications.
The Capital Park Group has sold its flagship Royal Wilanów complex in Warsaw to the Czech fund Wood & Company for over 100 million euros, though Capital Park will continue to manage the property.

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.

Netflix Co-CEO Greg Peters visited Poland to inaugurate a new office in Warsaw, which will serve as the company's only technology hub outside the U.S. and house 300 staff for Central and Eastern European operations.
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.
A report discusses the increasing number of apartments required to live off rental income in Poland, with Warsaw setting a particularly high bar, while smaller cities offer better returns for investors.
A Warsaw resident handed over 120,000 Polish Zloty to scammers who impersonated a 'commander' and claimed her grandson needed help; police have arrested two individuals in connection with the fraud.
Belarusian opposition leader Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya announced that her move from Vilnius to Warsaw was prompted by security concerns.
A speed camera on Jerozolimskie Avenue in Warsaw, Poland, has been vandalized for the second time, appearing to have been struck with a hard object.
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 President Rafał Trzaskowski expressed surprise and irritation upon seeing cars parked on the newly revitalized Chmielna street, questioning city guards about the situation.
On Friday, April 17, Creotech Quantum debuted on the main market of the Warsaw Stock Exchange (GPW), becoming the first quantum industry company listed on the Polish exchange.
Warsaw's stock indexes achieved new record highs on Friday, with the WIG20 gaining 1.4% to close at 3700 points, and both the WIG and mWIG40 indicators hitting all-time records.
The number of cars entering Warsaw daily has doubled over the past decade, with residents of suburban municipalities increasingly opting for private vehicles for their commutes.
Police in central Warsaw stopped and subsequently towed a monster truck after discovering irregularities, with the driver facing a potential fine.
Police in Warsaw, specifically in the Bielany and Mokotów districts, have successfully shut down three illegal gambling parlors, seizing a total of 17 gambling machines.
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.
Two cars collided under the Poniatowski Bridge in Warsaw, with one vehicle overturning. Two women were hospitalized following the incident.
Farmers and processors implementing investments under the National Recovery Plan will protest in Warsaw on April 17, demanding extensions for their project completion deadlines.
Residents of Saska Kępa in Warsaw are protesting a developer's plans near a 120-year-old white poplar tree, a natural monument and symbol of the estate, fearing for its fate.
The costs of building developer apartments in Poland have been steadily increasing, with prices in Warsaw nearly doubling since 2014, raising questions about whether customers or developers will bear the additional expense.

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.
A 39-year-old man, wanted on an arrest warrant, was apprehended at Warsaw Airport at a departure gate as he attempted to escape to the Netherlands to avoid prison.

The Hungarian Food Business Program, along with eight Hungarian food industry companies, is showcasing its products, including artisanal chocolates and truffles, at the WorldFood Poland exhibition in Warsaw. The Agricultural Marketing Center (AMC) announced the joint booth.
Experts from Cushman & Wakefield predict that Warsaw could see the development of a genuine luxury shopping street within the next two to three years, significantly changing the city's retail landscape.
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.

NordSpace Projektai, managed by NordSpace fund, is seeking to borrow €1 million for 16 months to develop smart business boxes in Warsaw, offering up to 9% annual interest.
Residents of Praga Południe, a district in Warsaw, are facing issues with accumulating waste due to a change in the operator responsible for garbage collection, similar to problems in other parts of the city.
A police chase in Warsaw's Ursynów district concluded with a collision involving a police car. Authorities are currently conducting a manhunt for the individual who fled the scene in a Toyota.
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.

South Korea and Poland have praised their deepening defense cooperation during a visit by Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
A prosecutor's decision has been made years after one of the largest mafia executions of the 1990s, where five gangsters were shot dead in the Gama restaurant in Warsaw's Wola district.
Police on Warsaw's Siekierkowski Bridge stopped a Ford Transit driver who was driving dangerously, found to be without a license, and operating a vehicle in poor technical condition.
Opera stars Camilla Nylund and Tomasz Konieczny are scheduled to perform a highly anticipated duet concert in Warsaw on March 12, following their appearances at the Metropolitan Opera.
A speed camera located at 239 Jerozolimskie Avenue in Warsaw has disappeared, leaving behind only black foil and monitoring cameras. The device had been repeatedly destroyed by vandals.

Lithuanian businessman Žilvinas Grigaitis reported being robbed during a LOT Airlines flight from Vilnius to Gdansk, which included a stopover in Warsaw.
Poland's WIG index surpassed 130,000 points for the first time in history, with the Minister of Finance and Economy, Andrzej Domański, highlighting the Warsaw Stock Exchange as one of the strongest markets globally for another year.
The Grand Theatre-National Opera in Warsaw is set to receive 140 million Polish zlotys, primarily from EU funds, for the modernization of its historic building, marking the largest cultural allocation since Poland joined the EU.
Two recent incidents of wild boars being killed in Warsaw housing estates have sparked outrage among residents, not only due to the euthanasia itself but also the method of transporting the dead animals in waste bins.
Warsaw's Śródmieście prosecutor's office is investigating an attack on a teenage fan by hooligans, who kicked, pulled, and sprayed him; one suspect has been identified and charged.
Warsaw Public Transport announced disruptions to bus services in Rembelszczyzna due to metal elements on the road, affecting three suburban lines.
Three districts in Warsaw — Wawer, Wesoła, and Rembertów — are experiencing significant problems with garbage collection following the implementation of a new organizational system. Residents report overflowing bins and uncollected waste.
A fire involving a papal cross in Warsaw quickly led to theories of arson and a 'fight against Christianity,' spreading beyond Polish internet circles. Disinformation experts describe the narrative as 'doomed to succeed' and highlight its political utility.
Firefighters are battling a significant blaze involving a fuel tank and part of a hall near Warsaw, close to national road '7'. Initial reports indicate no injuries.
Police are searching a Warsaw hospital as part of an investigation into the death of 31-year-old Kalina, a pregnant woman who allegedly received a different gas instead of oxygen during a gynecological procedure.
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.
Negotiations for Poland's purchase of three submarines from Sweden are expected to conclude in June, forming the foundation for broader cooperation between Warsaw and Stockholm. The transaction is seen as more beneficial for Sweden.
Despite increased risks of conflict escalation in the Middle East, the Warsaw stock exchange has shown no nervous movements among investors, maintaining a calm outlook.
Judge Jakub Iwaniec, who is facing charges for allegedly driving under the influence and was involved in a hate scandal, has returned to his duties in a Warsaw court, where he will now preside over cases involving drunk drivers.
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.
A new nursery on Wyspowa Street in Warsaw's Targówek district is nearing completion and will provide care for 100 children this year.
A police car caught fire in front of a police station in Ursynów, Warsaw, on Sunday afternoon, with the engine compartment being destroyed by the flames.
Special rafts for water birds have been placed on water bodies in Warsaw's city parks. The rafts provide resting spots and shelter for the birds.
Two "Last Generation" activists have been sentenced by a district court in Warsaw for throwing paint on the Mermaid monument in Powiśle, Warsaw.
Residents in three districts of Warsaw are reporting problems with garbage collection, including a lack of bins and confusing schedules, following a change in the waste management operator.
A 25-meter papal cross, a memorial to Pope John Paul II's 1979 visit, burned down on Good Friday in Warsaw, with police investigating the cause of the fire.
A police officer on his way to work witnessed and intervened in a brutal attack on a woman and her dog near Constitution Square in Warsaw, leading to the assailant's arrest.
Archaeologists have fully uncovered the courtyard of Brühl Palace in Warsaw, discovering original paving slabs in their primary placement, an achievement deemed one of the most valuable for the reconstruction of Piłsudski Square's western facade.

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.

A trial has commenced in Poland for three men accused of a series of arsons in Warsaw and the Baltic states, with authorities alleging the attacks are part of a sabotage campaign organized by Russia.
An ongoing protest at the Polish Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) headquarters in Warsaw sees employees demanding significant wage increases and improved working conditions, with unionists not ruling out a hunger strike.
A petition has emerged questioning Mariusz Szczygieł's role as an ambassador for the 'Żonkile' (Daffodils) campaign, commemorating the Warsaw Ghetto Uprising, due to his comments on the Gaza conflict, prompting a response from the POLIN Museum.
Warsaw police arrested two members, including the alleged leader, of a football hooligan group suspected of drug manufacturing and trafficking, seizing approximately 150 kilograms of drugs worth around 10 million euros from an apartment used as a warehouse.
An elderly man, lightly dressed and disoriented, was found wandering along railway tracks in Olszynka Grochowska, Warsaw. Passersby intervened to care for him and subsequently alerted city guards.
The Capital City Road Management in Warsaw is preparing for the reconstruction of a section of Aleje Jerozolimskie in Ochota. Offers for the project's design have been opened, with plans to build a second roadway and sidewalk on the stretch from Niemcewicza to Plac Zawiszy.
A bridge over the Żerański Canal in Warsaw's Cieślewskich Street is slated for demolition and reconstruction, prompting local residents to request a temporary crossing during the project, which road authorities are currently analyzing.

A unique Polish theater located in the underground of the Warsaw metro system is celebrating its first anniversary, offering a distinctive artistic experience similar to busking and galleries found in other major city subways.
Warsaw city officials are preparing to designate new bus lanes, with significant improvements planned for the right-bank areas of the city, and are seeking a contractor to analyze proposed locations.

Poland is set to produce advanced air defense missiles, designed by British and Italian partners, at a new facility near Warsaw, as part of its efforts to enhance national air defense capabilities.
Firefighters in Warsaw's Bemowo district evacuated a man who suffered an epileptic seizure at the top of a 50-meter tower, safely bringing him down with a rescuer.
The main indices of the Warsaw stock exchange experienced a slight rebound at the start of the week, largely attributed to the strong performance of energy companies.
A passenger needing assistance at Bemowo station caused disruptions on the Warsaw metro, leading to the closure of two stations until an ambulance arrived.
Starting April 1, 2026, many Polish cities will implement increased waste collection fees, with residents in Warsaw facing the most substantial hikes, potentially paying over 100 PLN more per month.

Despite rising costs and ongoing conflicts, many are planning Easter travels, with Europe and Italy being top destinations. Unexpected popular choices include Warsaw, Bucharest, and Tirana, while some opt to stay home due to safety concerns and economic reasons.

The parliamentary elections scheduled in Hungary for April 2026 may become one of the most consequential political events in the European Union this year.
A dispute has arisen between Warsaw city officials and the Ministry of National Education regarding the recruitment process for kindergartens slated for closure in the Śródmieście district, with parliamentarians intervening.