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Night digest: US strikes Iran, Venezuela quake, Morawiecki hits back at Lviv mayor
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Night digest: US strikes Iran, Venezuela quake, Morawiecki hits back at Lviv mayor

The United States launched another strike against Iran overnight, while Venezuela was hit by another earthquake. In Poland, former PM Mateusz Morawiecki sharply responded to the mayor of Lviv, and Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski warned of a possible Russian provocation. In Sosnowiec, an eight-year-old girl was hospitalised after a serious dog attack.

Should the US continue its strikes against Iran?

Wirtualna Polska · 2h ago · Source ↗
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Smart home: automated blinds, heating and coffee without lifting a finger
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Smart home: automated blinds, heating and coffee without lifting a finger

A smart home can automatically raise blinds at dawn, keep the bathroom floor warm and brew coffee before you wake up. These systems combine convenience, security and energy savings in one connected ecosystem. Technology once associated with science fiction is becoming an everyday reality for a growing number of households.

Is a smart home system worth the investment for an average household?

Focus.pl · 5min ago · Source ↗
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Belgium top Group G after 5-1 thrashing of New Zealand
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Belgium top Group G after 5-1 thrashing of New Zealand

Belgium beat New Zealand 5-1 to jump from third to first place in Group G. The result of the Egypt vs Iran match, which ended 1-1, was crucial to the final standings. Thanks to that outcome, Belgium secured top spot in the group.

Is Belgium now one of the favourites to win the World Cup?

WP SportoweFakty · 8min ago · Source ↗
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Narbonne fines tourists €150 for going shirtless or barefoot in town
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Narbonne fines tourists €150 for going shirtless or barefoot in town

Narbonne is one of 30 French municipalities that have banned walking through the streets shirtless, barefoot or in swimwear. Violators face fines of up to €150. The rules have been introduced in recent years at popular resorts to maintain public order in town centres.

Is banning shirtless walking in resort towns justified?

Interia Biznes · 17min ago · Source ↗
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Heatwave above 40°C in Poland — elderly at serious risk of heatstroke
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Heatwave above 40°C in Poland — elderly at serious risk of heatstroke

Poland is experiencing a heatwave with temperatures in major cities potentially exceeding 40°C. Elderly people are especially at risk of overheating and heatstroke when outdoors. Experts recommend avoiding the midday sun, staying hydrated and remaining in cool indoor spaces during the hottest hours.

Should Poland introduce systematic warnings and assistance for the elderly during heatwaves?

Polsat News · 18min ago · Source ↗
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Gen Z isn't less sexual — they just define satisfaction differently, study finds
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Gen Z isn't less sexual — they just define satisfaction differently, study finds

New research challenges the popular narrative that Generation Z is less interested in physical relationships than previous generations. The difference lies in how young people define sexual satisfaction — they place greater emphasis on emotional and psychological dimensions. The findings suggest the reality is more nuanced than stereotypes have implied.

Is Gen Z's redefinition of sexual satisfaction a positive development?

Newsweek Polska · 35min ago · Source ↗
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Summer 2026 pedicure trends: red, white, turquoise and ocean blues
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Summer 2026 pedicure trends: red, white, turquoise and ocean blues

The dominant pedicure shades for summer 2026 include energetic chili tomato red, crystal white, buttery yellow, turquoise and water-inspired blues. With flip-flops, minimalist slides and strappy sandals back in fashion, feet are more on show than ever, making nail colour a key styling element. All the trending shades share a modern, fresh look that works well in summer light.

Elle Polska · 41min ago · Source ↗
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Netflix's "Seven Seconds": Emmy-winning crime drama about racism and cover-up
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Netflix's "Seven Seconds": Emmy-winning crime drama about racism and cover-up

"Seven Seconds" is a Netflix crime miniseries set in a wintry Jersey City, where a police officer named Pete Jablonski hits 15-year-old Black teenager Brenton Butler with his car and flees the scene. The story follows both the victim's family and prosecutor KJ Harper as a cover-up machine kicks into gear. The lead actress won an Emmy Award for her performance in the series.

Should "Seven Seconds" be considered essential viewing on racism in the US?

Elle Polska · 42min ago · Source ↗
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Polish "pear tree holiday" benefit — who can get employer holiday cash and how much
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Polish "pear tree holiday" benefit — who can get employer holiday cash and how much

Some Polish employees are entitled to a holiday subsidy from their employer known as "wczasy pod gruszą" (pear tree holiday benefit), worth from a few hundred to several thousand zlotys. The amount depends on the rules of the company's social benefits fund and is typically means-tested based on the employee's financial situation.

Should the employer holiday subsidy be mandatory for all companies in Poland?

Interia Biznes · 1h ago · Source ↗
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Two Spanish players injured vs Uruguay — their World Cup may be over
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Two Spanish players injured vs Uruguay — their World Cup may be over

Spain beat Uruguay in their final group game and remain unbeaten at the World Cup, but coach Luis de la Fuente faces a serious squad problem. Two players suffered injuries during the match and Spanish media suggest their tournament may be over. The article does not name the injured players.

Can Spain still win the World Cup despite the injury concerns?

Interia Sport · 17min ago · Source ↗
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Fishermen film twin earthquakes striking Venezuela's La Guaira coastline
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Fishermen film twin earthquakes striking Venezuela's La Guaira coastline

Fishermen captured on video the moment twin earthquakes struck Venezuela's La Guaira coastline on Wednesday. Footage shows the sudden turbulence of the water and panic on board the boats. The article does not specify the magnitude of the quakes or report any casualties.

Al Jazeera · 23min ago · Source ↗
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Budget Samsung Galaxy phones to gain AI features from premium models
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Budget Samsung Galaxy phones to gain AI features from premium models

Samsung is set to bring top-tier Galaxy features — previously reserved for premium models — to its budget smartphone lineup, responding to longstanding user requests. The company has listened to consumer feedback pushing for broader access to advanced capabilities without the flagship price tag. Specific models and features were not detailed in the source.

Is Samsung right to bring premium features to its budget phones?

Spider's Web · 35min ago · Source ↗
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7 Concealers That Hold Up in 40°C Heat – ELLE's Top Picks
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7 Concealers That Hold Up in 40°C Heat – ELLE's Top Picks

ELLE's editors have selected 7 concealers that perform best in extreme heat, including the current Polish heatwave reaching 40°C. No concealer can fully prevent creasing, as skin naturally moves with facial expressions. The recommended formulas stand out for flexible finish, all-day coverage, and nourishing ingredients that soften skin during wear.

Elle Polska · 44min ago · Source ↗
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Heatwave Disinformation: False Claims About Records and Weather Control
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Heatwave Disinformation: False Claims About Records and Weather Control

As Poland experiences a record heatwave, disinformation is spreading online — including false claims about weather manipulation and doubts about the authenticity of temperature records. The article identifies and debunks the most common myths circulating during the extreme weather event.

Do social media platforms do enough to combat climate disinformation?

PAP Nauka · 45min ago · Source ↗
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VIP Syndrome: How Special Hospital Treatment Can Harm Patients
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VIP Syndrome: How Special Hospital Treatment Can Harm Patients

The head of the emergency department at Warsaw's Szpital Południowy reportedly set up a separate VIP emergency room. Research shows, however, that special treatment of high-profile patients can actually harm them — doctors tend to skip standard procedures under social pressure. The phenomenon is known as "VIP syndrome" and is well documented in medical literature.

Should VIP treatment in hospitals be banned?

OKO.press · 54min ago · Source ↗
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TVN24 Celebrates 25 Years with Birthday Tour Stop in Szczecin
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TVN24 Celebrates 25 Years with Birthday Tour Stop in Szczecin

TVN24's special birthday tour marking the channel's 25th anniversary has arrived in Szczecin. The celebration is set up near the iconic "crane-dinosaurs" on Łasztownia island. Guests include satirist Henryk Sawka, pole vault legend Monika Pyrek and rapper Adam "Łona" Zieliński, hosted by journalists Maciej Knapik and Anita Werner.

TVN24 · 1h ago · Source ↗
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BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu holds talks across five Chinese provinces
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BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu holds talks across five Chinese provinces

BYD Chairman Wang Chuanfu met with Shaanxi Provincial Party Secretary Zhao Yide and Governor Zhao Gang on Friday. This is the latest in a series of meetings with regional leaders across at least five Chinese provinces since March. The extensive tour suggests BYD may be pursuing significant expansion or investment plans across China.

Will BYD Chairman's meetings with provincial leaders accelerate the company's expansion in China?

Bloomberg · 2h ago · Source ↗
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Egypt draw 1-1 with Iran and advance to the World Cup round of 32
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Egypt draw 1-1 with Iran and advance to the World Cup round of 32

Egypt drew 1-1 with Iran in their World Cup group match and secured their place in the round of 32. Iran, meanwhile, had to wait on other results to find out whether they would advance as one of the best third-placed sides. The draw ended Egypt's group stage campaign with qualification confirmed.

Does Iran deserve to advance as one of the best third-placed teams?

RMF24 · 19min ago · Source ↗
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Second search phase in Puźniki ends with no mass grave found
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Second search phase in Puźniki ends with no mass grave found

Polish Culture Minister Marta Cienkowska announced the end of the second phase of search operations in Puźniki, delivering what she called "difficult news" — no second mass grave was found. The searches concern victims of historical atrocities in the area. The first phase had previously yielded results, raising hopes for further discoveries.

Should Poland continue further search phases in Puźniki?

TVN24 · 31min ago · Source ↗
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Engineers reverse-engineer IBM's MCGA gate array chip
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Engineers reverse-engineer IBM's MCGA gate array chip

A reverse engineering project for the IBM MCGA gate array chip has been published on GitHub. The MCGA (Multi-Color Graphics Array) is a rare integrated circuit used in older IBM computers. The project has attracted interest from the technical community focused on historical computing hardware.

Hacker News · 47min ago · Source ↗
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Heat Panel Cancelled Due to Heat at London Climate Action Week
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Heat Panel Cancelled Due to Heat at London Climate Action Week

An event at London Climate Action Week focused on how communities can cope with extreme temperatures was cancelled because of — extreme temperatures. Agata Szafraniuk of ClientEarth Poland warns that media coverage focuses on temperature records while neglecting the underlying causes of the climate crisis. She notes that climate change is increasingly disrupting everyday life, including work, travel, and basic functioning.

Do media explain the causes of the climate crisis rather than just reporting record temperatures?

Gazeta.pl · 53min ago · Source ↗