Poland records EU’s highest increase in house prices
Prices were up 13% on a year earlier whereas, across the EU as a whole, they remained broadly flat.
Polish orchards and vineyards light bonfires to warm crops amid sudden cold snap
The combination of unseasonably warm weather followed by a freeze could cause yields to fall as much as 70%.
Polish state energy giant Orlen reveals details of $400m lost on undelivered Venezuelan oil
The firm says it has notified prosecutors regarding the actions of the former management in relation to the case.
Construction of Polish highway delayed after discovery of Bronze Age settlement
The discoveries include an “intricately made arrowhead” from the Mierzanowice culture, which was present in the area around 2,300-1,800 BC.
World’s largest stained glass window unveiled in Poland
At 426 square metres (4,585 square feet), the window is slightly larger than a basketball court.
Polish government announces plans to abolish and replace anti-corruption office
The Central Anti-Corruption Bureau (CBA) has been rendered ineffective and politicised, claims the government.
“Poland ready to host nuclear weapons,” declares president, prompting response from Moscow
The Kremlin says it is “analysing the situation” and will “take all necessary steps to ensure our security”.
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EDITOR’S PICKS
How much grain is Poland importing from Ukraine and Russia?
Alicja Ptak
Imports from Russia doubled in 2023 while those from Ukraine halved. But the former are still a small fraction of the latter.
Poland’s ”mega-airport” plans caught in political headwind
Jacek Płaza
The new government has announced a pause and audit of the €69 billion CPK project.
Six myths about inequality in Poland
Pawel Bukowski
It is among the highest in the EU and has been rising.
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QUOTE OF THE WEEK
The eyes of the world, especially the United States, will be focused on the escalating conflict in the Middle East, and we, Poland, want them to be focused on Ukraine.
Deputy foreign minister Andrzej Szejna about the escalating situation in the Middle East.
