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Head of European Prosecutor's Office in Poland investigated over housing allowance she received while owning a flat
🇵🇱 Poland

Head of European Prosecutor's Office in Poland investigated over housing allowance she received while owning a flat

Poland's National Prosecution Service is investigating Grażyna Stronikowska, who has headed the European Public Prosecutor's Office in Poland for the past year. About a decade ago, she received a housing allowance despite owning her own flat. Prosecutors are now assessing whether this constituted a legal violation.

Should claiming a housing allowance while owning a flat be a criminal offence?

OKO.press · 2h ago · Source ↗
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Memory chip makers act like a cartel, buyers say they can't say no to prices
💻 Technology

Memory chip makers act like a cartel, buyers say they can't say no to prices

Buyers in the memory chip market say producers dictate prices with no room for negotiation, with one buyer quoted as saying "They give us the price and we cannot say no." The article suggests cartel-like behaviour among memory manufacturers, though no specific companies or prices are named in the available text.

Should antitrust regulators investigate the memory chip market?

Spider's Web · 7min ago · Source ↗
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Joanna Kulig turns 44: Polish star opened up about growing up in poverty
🎬 Entertainment

Joanna Kulig turns 44: Polish star opened up about growing up in poverty

Polish actress Joanna Kulig, internationally recognised for her film career, celebrates her 44th birthday on June 24. She has repeatedly spoken about starting life in extreme poverty, describing her path to success as beginning in very modest circumstances. Today she appears at major international film festivals.

WP Kobieta · 8min ago · Source ↗
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TikToker removes towels from "reserved" sunbeds, sparking holiday etiquette debate
💄 Lifestyle

TikToker removes towels from "reserved" sunbeds, sparking holiday etiquette debate

TikTok user Nanny Rachael posted a video showing how she deals with hotel poolside sunbeds "reserved" with towels, books or flip-flops by guests who are nowhere to be seen. The clip sparked a widespread debate in the comments about holiday etiquette and fairness.

Is it acceptable to remove a towel from a sunbed if the owner has been gone for hours?

WP Kobieta · 9min ago · Source ↗
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Jeremy Clarkson one year after cancer diagnosis: "Early detection saved my life"
🏥 Health

Jeremy Clarkson one year after cancer diagnosis: "Early detection saved my life"

TV presenter Jeremy Clarkson revealed last week that he was diagnosed with cancer a year ago. He has now shared an update on his current health with the British press, urging fans to get regular check-ups and stressing that early diagnosis saved his life.

Should celebrities publicly share their illnesses to encourage health screenings?

TVN24 · 9min ago · Source ↗
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Ochoa injured in training ahead of Mexico's final World Cup group game
⚽ Sport

Ochoa injured in training ahead of Mexico's final World Cup group game

Mexico secured a spot in the knockout round of the 2026 World Cup after winning their opening two Group A games as co-hosts. However, legendary goalkeeper Guillermo Ochoa suffered a worrying injury in training ahead of the final group match, potentially threatening his participation in the tournament.

Should Ochoa play Mexico's final group game despite his training injury?

Interia Sport · 11min ago · Source ↗
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European heat wave to push London above 35°C on Wednesday, records at risk
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European heat wave to push London above 35°C on Wednesday, records at risk

Extreme heat is forecast to persist across northwest Europe through the weekend, with meteorologists warning of record-breaking temperatures. London is expected to exceed 35°C on Wednesday, according to weather models cited by Bloomberg's Joe Wertz.

Are governments doing enough to protect citizens from extreme heat waves?

Bloomberg · 11min ago · Source ↗
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Germany's Pistorius to scrap multi-million F126 frigate programme, media report
🌍 World

Germany's Pistorius to scrap multi-million F126 frigate programme, media report

German Defence Minister Boris Pistorius is planning to cancel the multi-million-euro F126 frigate construction project, according to media reports. Train services in Germany were also restored after an overnight communications glitch caused disruptions.

Is Germany right to cancel the F126 frigate programme?

DW News · 12min ago · Source ↗
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China's Tianneng to Build Energy Storage Factory in Częstochowa
📈 Business

China's Tianneng to Build Energy Storage Factory in Częstochowa

Polish company ELQ Group and China's Tianneng Group have signed a letter of intent to build an energy storage assembly plant in Częstochowa. The facility will focus on assembling and selling energy storage systems in the Polish market. It marks one of the most significant Chinese industrial investments in Poland to date.

Should Poland allow Chinese investment in its strategic energy sector?

Bankier.pl · 16min ago · Source ↗
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NATO Allies Deploy Assets Near Strait of Hormuz
🌍 World

NATO Allies Deploy Assets Near Strait of Hormuz

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte told Fox News on Tuesday that European allies are deploying assets near the Strait of Hormuz, including capabilities for mine-clearing operations. Rutte is set to meet US President Donald Trump at the White House on Wednesday.

Should NATO militarily engage in the Strait of Hormuz region?

Bankier.pl · 13min ago · Source ↗
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Celtics' Stevens: Jaylen Brown Remains 'Big Part of Us' Despite Trade Talks
⚽ Sport

Celtics' Stevens: Jaylen Brown Remains 'Big Part of Us' Despite Trade Talks

Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens stated Tuesday night that Jaylen Brown remains "valued" and a "big part" of the organisation, amid reported trade talks involving the star forward. Stevens did not deny the rumours outright but made clear the team holds Brown in high regard.

Should the Celtics trade Jaylen Brown?

ESPN · 21min ago · Source ↗
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17-Year-Old Franciszek Szczyrba Shines at SGP3 in Rybnik
⚽ Sport

17-Year-Old Franciszek Szczyrba Shines at SGP3 in Rybnik

Young speedway rider Franciszek Szczyrba from Rybnik impressed at the SGP3 event, with strong results confirming his status as a rising Polish talent. The rider said after the event that he felt no pressure throughout the competition. He is widely regarded as one of the most exciting prospects in Polish speedway.

WP SportoweFakty · 33min ago · Source ↗
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UK Braces for Its Seventh Prime Minister Since 2016
🌍 World

UK Braces for Its Seventh Prime Minister Since 2016

The United Kingdom, once a byword for political stability, has had six prime ministers since mid-2016 and is preparing for a seventh. The article reviews a decade of political turbulence in Britain, from Brexit to successive government crises. No specific name or timetable for the next leader is given in the source text.

Do frequent changes of prime minister harm British democracy?

Bankier.pl · 33min ago · Source ↗
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Jagiellonian University Scientists Create Nanographene on Non-Metal Surfaces
🔬 Science

Jagiellonian University Scientists Create Nanographene on Non-Metal Surfaces

Researchers at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków have developed a new method for producing nanographene on non-metallic surfaces, a major technical breakthrough. The discovery could enable novel materials for use in electronics, telecommunications, and medicine. Scientists say it also holds significant potential for advancing artificial intelligence hardware.

Does Poland invest enough in science to capitalize on such breakthroughs?

Rzeczpospolita · 33min ago · Source ↗
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Sevastopol Blacked Out After Strikes on Crimea's Energy Infrastructure
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Sevastopol Blacked Out After Strikes on Crimea's Energy Infrastructure

Sevastopol in Russian-occupied Crimea lost power following strikes on energy infrastructure, according to the city's occupation governor Mikhail Razvozhaev. Blackouts affected a large part of the city. The incident is the latest in a series of attacks on Russian infrastructure in Crimea.

Are Ukrainian strikes on Crimea's energy infrastructure a justified act of war?

Wirtualna Polska · 34min ago · Source ↗
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Świątek Opens Grass Season vs. Navarro Ahead of Wimbledon Title Defense
⚽ Sport

Świątek Opens Grass Season vs. Navarro Ahead of Wimbledon Title Defense

Iga Świątek opens her grass-court season on June 24 against American Emma Navarro. She will soon defend her Wimbledon title and the 2,000 WTA ranking points that come with it. The match is seen as a crucial warm-up ahead of the Grand Slam she won last year.

Is Świątek the favourite to defend her Wimbledon title?

WP SportoweFakty · 35min ago · Source ↗
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Poland's Enea Signs 1.23 Billion PLN Deal for Third LNG Terminal FSRU-2
📈 Business

Poland's Enea Signs 1.23 Billion PLN Deal for Third LNG Terminal FSRU-2

Enea Trading, a subsidiary of the Polish energy group Enea, has signed an agreement with Gaz-System for regasification services at the new FSRU-2 terminal under the Open Season procedure. The contract is estimated to be worth approximately 1.23 billion PLN over 15 years. FSRU-2 will be Poland's third LNG terminal, boosting the country's energy security.

Should Poland prioritise LNG terminals over renewable energy investment?

Bankier.pl · 36min ago · Source ↗
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Huge 1,000-Year-Old Viking Textile Production Site Found in Denmark
🔬 Science

Huge 1,000-Year-Old Viking Textile Production Site Found in Denmark

Archaeologists have uncovered a large Viking Age textile production site in Denmark dating back over 1,000 years. The discovery highlights the economic sophistication and organizational capacity of Viking society. The find was reported with photographic documentation of the excavation site.

NPR World · 39min ago · Source ↗
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North Korean Soldier Crosses Border Into South Korea, Seeks Asylum
🌍 World

North Korean Soldier Crosses Border Into South Korea, Seeks Asylum

South Korea's military detained a North Korean soldier who crossed the heavily guarded inter-Korean border, according to the Joint Chiefs of Staff in Seoul. South Korean news agency Yonhap reported that the soldier expressed a desire to seek asylum. Such crossings are extremely rare given the border's intensive fortifications.

Should South Korea grant asylum to every North Korean soldier who defects?

TVN24 · 39min ago · Source ↗
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Meta launches own-brand smart glasses at a lower price
💻 Technology

Meta launches own-brand smart glasses at a lower price

Meta has launched a new line of smart glasses under its own brand, dropping fashion partnerships with Ray-Ban and Oakley. The key selling point is a noticeably lower price compared to previous co-branded models. Meta is betting that the cheaper price tag will outweigh the loss of a premium fashion label.

Can Meta's own brand replace the prestige of Ray-Ban in smart glasses?

Tabletowo · 43min ago · Source ↗
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Wrocław Medical University signs cooperation agreement with AstraZeneca
🔬 Science

Wrocław Medical University signs cooperation agreement with AstraZeneca

Wrocław Medical University has signed a cooperation agreement with global pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca. The deal opens up opportunities for joint scientific research and medical projects. The detailed scope of the collaboration has not yet been publicly disclosed.

Should medical universities deepen cooperation with pharmaceutical corporations?

PAP Nauka · 43min ago · Source ↗