Bielan's Texts with NCBiR Scandal Suspect Revealed by Investigative Podcast

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Bielan's Texts with NCBiR Scandal Suspect Revealed by Investigative Podcast

The investigative podcast "W związku ze śledztwem" has obtained the content of text messages exchanged between politician Adam Bielan, his wife Klaudia and Piotr M., who is accused in the National Centre for Research and Development (NCBiR) corruption scandal. Bielan denies having a close relationship with Piotr M., but the messages in the case files reportedly indicate otherwise. The NCBiR affair involves allegations of corruption in the awarding of public grants.

Should Adam Bielan be required to testify before a parliamentary committee?

Newsweek Polska · 2h ago · Source ↗

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US removes 7 Russians and 2 firms from sanctions list without explanation

The US Treasury Department announced Wednesday the removal of seven Russian nationals from the financial and defence sectors, two ships and two companies from Russia-related sanctions lists. No explanation was provided for the decision. The move is unusual and may signal a shift in Washington's approach toward Moscow.

Should the US be required to publicly justify removing Russians from sanctions lists?

Bankier.pl · 8min ago · Source ↗

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Sony Pictures invests $100 million in Cosm's immersive dome venues

Sony Pictures Entertainment is investing $100 million into Cosm, a company that operates dome-shaped immersive venues designed for live events and theatrical screenings. The unique venues aim to deliver a fresh viewing experience beyond traditional cinemas. The funding is expected to help Cosm expand its network of locations.

Will immersive dome cinemas replace traditional multiplex theaters?

The Hollywood Reporter · 32min ago · Source ↗

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Face yoga relieves stress – simple exercises ease facial muscle tension

Certified face yoga teacher Marta Kucińska, appearing on the programme 'Miłość,' explains that the face reflects chronic stress through muscular tension. She advocates regular face yoga exercises combining breathing techniques and massage to bring relief. The practice targets specific facial muscles to reduce tension and improve overall wellbeing.

Is face yoga an effective method for managing stress?

WP Kobieta · 32min ago · Source ↗

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90–120 minutes of weekly strength training cuts premature death risk, study finds

A new study has found that performing resistance training for approximately 90 to 120 minutes per week delivers the greatest reduction in premature death risk. Combining strength exercises with aerobic workouts produces even better outcomes. Researchers emphasise that consistent, moderate exercise can significantly extend lifespan.

Should doctors prescribe strength training like a medication?

Rzeczpospolita · 32min ago · Source ↗

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Kim Ju-ae, ~13, emerges as likely next leader of North Korea in state propaganda

North Korea's state propaganda has increasingly featured Kim Jong Un's daughter, believed to be around 13 years old and named Kim Ju-ae, alongside her father at major state events including intercontinental ballistic missile launches. Analysts see her growing prominence as a potential signal that she is being groomed as a successor. This marks an unprecedented public indication of succession planning in the secretive regime.

Should the world treat Kim Ju-ae seriously as a future North Korean leader?

Vox · 32min ago · Source ↗

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Beabadoobee announces album 'Pylon' featuring Hayley Williams and Brendan Yates

Musician Beabadoobee has announced her fourth studio album, titled 'Pylon,' and shared the lead single 'Sun Has Set.' The record features collaborations with Hayley Williams of Paramore and Brendan Yates of Turnstile. No release date was mentioned in the announcement.

Rolling Stone · 32min ago · Source ↗

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Archaeologists discover untouched Maya city 'Minanbé' hidden in Mexican jungle for 1,000+ years

Archaeologists have discovered a nearly intact Maya city hidden in the dense jungle of the Calakmul Biosphere Reserve in Mexico's Campeche state, untouched for over a thousand years. Scientists named the site Minanbé, meaning "a place no road leads to." The find is being described as a remarkable time capsule of Mesoamerican civilisation.

Should newly discovered ancient sites be immediately opened to tourists?

Focus.pl · 33min ago · Source ↗

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Kelsey Plum Out 4 Weeks With Lower Left Leg Injury

The Los Angeles Sparks announced that guard Kelsey Plum will miss at least four weeks due to a lower left leg injury. No exact return date has been given.

ESPN · 35min ago · Source ↗

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Western Europe hit by record heatwave – schools shut, chaos ensues, Poland next

A powerful heatwave has struck Western Europe, forcing thousands of schools to close, disrupting rail services and causing fans to sell out in shops. Alcohol bans have been imposed in some areas. Forecasters warn the heat is heading toward Poland, where record temperatures are expected imminently.

Is closing schools during heatwaves the right decision?

Wirtualna Polska · 35min ago · Source ↗

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Ockenden report: over 500 mothers and babies died or harmed at Nottingham NHS trust

Donna Ockenden's report has found that more than 500 mothers and babies suffered potentially avoidable harm or died due to deeply embedded systemic failures at a Nottingham NHS trust described as "toxic." Bereaved families, including Jack Hawkins whose baby Harriet died there, said the children were treated with an "absence of dignity." The findings represent the NHS's biggest ever maternity scandal.

Should those responsible for the Nottingham maternity scandal face criminal prosecution?

The Guardian Health · 35min ago · Source ↗

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Ostapenko and Keys reach WTA Eastbourne quarterfinals after round two wins

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WP SportoweFakty · 36min ago · Source ↗

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Iran demands Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon; Netanyahu refuses

Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz stated Wednesday that the United States has not demanded Israel withdraw its troops from Lebanon. However, AFP reports that such a withdrawal is among Iran's conditions in its ongoing negotiations with Washington. Prime Minister Netanyahu vowed Israel would not back down as long as he remains in power.

Should Israel withdraw troops from Lebanon as a condition for peace?

Bankier.pl · 39min ago · Source ↗

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Belarus shuts down drone relay equipment after Ukraine's ultimatum, Zelensky confirms

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Should Ukraine have publicly revealed its ultimatum to Belarus?

Wirtualna Polska · 40min ago · Source ↗

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Europe is warming faster than any other continent — here's why

While fossil fuel combustion drives warming globally, local land and ocean factors determine which regions heat up fastest. Europe has become the fastest-warming continent on Earth. Contributing factors include shifting ocean currents, loss of snow and ice cover, and changes in atmospheric circulation patterns.

Is Europe doing enough to cut its own CO2 emissions?

NYT World · 42min ago · Source ↗

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Czech forecasters predict 40°C for first time — heatwave to reach Poland this weekend

The Czech Hydrometeorological Institute has, for the first time in its history, included a 40°C value in its medium-range forecast. The extreme heatwave is shifting eastward from Western Europe and is expected to reach Central Europe, including Poland, from Sunday. Germany has also raised the alarm over the incoming temperatures.

Should governments mandate work breaks during extreme heatwaves?

Wirtualna Polska · 43min ago · Source ↗

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Dawid Szwarga joins GKS Katowice as assistant coach after leaving Arka Gdynia

Dawid Szwarga, until recently head coach of Arka Gdynia, has joined the coaching staff of GKS Katowice as an assistant to head coach Rafał Górak. The move marks a step down in responsibility compared to his previous role as a sole head coach.

Should an experienced head coach accept an assistant role rather than wait for a new top job?

WP SportoweFakty · 44min ago · Source ↗

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Relegated GKS Tychy targets promotion return with new signings

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Should relegated clubs risk financial instability by spending big on transfers?

WP SportoweFakty · 44min ago · Source ↗

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Lara Croft gets a Hasbro G.I. Joe action figure for her 30th anniversary

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Is the Tomb Raider and G.I. Joe crossover a good marketing move for both brands?

Polygon · 44min ago · Source ↗

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Weronika Ewald beats top seed at ITF W50 tournament in Gdańsk

Polish tennis player Weronika Ewald advanced in the ITF W50 tournament in Gdańsk by defeating the top-seeded player. Ewald is working to build her WTA ranking with the aim of qualifying for Wimbledon in future years. The Wimbledon main draw gets underway on Monday.

Do Polish tennis players outside Świątek receive enough financial support from the federation?

Interia Sport · 46min ago · Source ↗

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Musk loses trillionaire status as global tech sell-off wipes billions from his wealth

Elon Musk lost his trillionaire status on Tuesday after a sharp global tech sell-off erased billions of dollars from his net worth. The rout hit technology stocks broadly. Specific figures for his current wealth were not provided in the source article.

Is the concentration of such vast wealth in one person's hands a threat to the economy?

BBC Business · 47min ago · Source ↗

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