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Crimea declares state of emergency after drone attacks cut fuel and power
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Crimea declares state of emergency after drone attacks cut fuel and power

The authorities of Crimea and Sevastopol have declared a state of emergency following Ukrainian drone strikes that caused severe shortages of fuel and electricity across the peninsula. Russian officials have acknowledged the difficult situation. The crisis represents one of the most serious infrastructure disruptions on occupied Crimea since the start of the war.

Are Ukrainian drone strikes on Crimea's infrastructure an effective military strategy?

Polsat News · 20h ago · Source ↗
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Pocket mini fan: a portable relief on hot days without air conditioning
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Pocket mini fan: a portable relief on hot days without air conditioning

When temperatures climb above 30°C and air conditioning stays at home, portable mini fans are becoming a go-to solution. Modern models are compact enough to fit in a pocket or backpack, and their performance has improved significantly compared to cheap gadgets of years past. The piece looks at currently available models on the market.

Are portable mini fans an effective alternative to air conditioning on hot days?

Focus.pl · 16min ago · Source ↗
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Poland to build third LNG terminal, boosting gas import capacity to 50 bcm
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Poland to build third LNG terminal, boosting gas import capacity to 50 bcm

Four entities have contracted long-term access to a second floating storage and regasification unit (FSRU) in the Bay of Gdańsk. Strong interest from potential users and their binding offers have secured the construction of Poland's third LNG terminal. After the expansion, Poland's total gas import capacity will reach 50 billion cubic metres per year.

Is expanding LNG terminals the right strategy for Poland's energy security?

Bankier.pl · 16min ago · Source ↗
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UN: Record number of drug users worldwide as synthetic substances surge
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UN: Record number of drug users worldwide as synthetic substances surge

The UN World Drug Report, published Friday, reveals that the number of people using drugs has reached a record high globally. The rapid growth of synthetic psychoactive substances is reshaping the global drug market and amplifying health risks. The report warns that users frequently do not know what they are actually consuming, significantly increasing the risk of overdose and other complications.

Would decriminalizing drugs reduce their use and associated health risks?

Bankier.pl · 16min ago · Source ↗
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Trump discussed expanding 2026 World Cup format – more matches proposed
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Trump discussed expanding 2026 World Cup format – more matches proposed

The 2026 World Cup has been an organisational success, with stadiums packed nearly to capacity at every match. The enthusiasm has inspired American officials to float the idea of expanding the tournament, and preliminary talks on the matter have reportedly taken place with President Donald Trump. The article does not specify what form the proposed expansion would take.

Should the World Cup format be expanded beyond the current 48 teams?

Interia Sport · 23min ago · Source ↗
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Fast-moving wildfire spreads across western US, restrictions imposed
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Fast-moving wildfire spreads across western US, restrictions imposed

A fast-moving wildfire has spread through the western United States, prompting authorities to put restrictions in place for local residents. A cold front expected on Sunday will bring winds that could push the fire in new directions, complicating containment efforts. Emergency services remain on high alert as the blaze continues to grow.

Is the US government doing enough to prevent wildfires in the western states?

The Independent World · 26min ago · Source ↗
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Prof. Kosiński: Both human and artificial brains work by hallucinating
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Prof. Kosiński: Both human and artificial brains work by hallucinating

Prof. Michał Kosiński argues that hallucination — constructing interpretations of reality rather than directly reading it — is the fundamental mechanism of both biological and artificial brains. He sees this as a shared feature linking human cognition with the operation of AI models. The article is a brief summary of the professor's remarks, without detailed elaboration of his argument.

Is comparing AI hallucination to the workings of the human brain scientifically justified?

PAP Nauka · 26min ago · Source ↗
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Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" Leaves Netflix on July 18
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Tarantino's "Inglourious Basterds" Leaves Netflix on July 18

Quentin Tarantino's 2009 film "Inglourious Basterds", which earned 8 Oscar nominations and is widely regarded by critics as his best work after "Pulp Fiction", will leave Netflix on July 18. The film is set in Nazi-occupied France and weaves together two parallel storylines. Viewers who want to catch it on the platform have until July 17.

Is "Inglourious Basterds" Tarantino's best film after "Pulp Fiction"?

Elle Polska · 43min ago · Source ↗
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Mother in her 40s: attachment parenting is exhausting me more than the child
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Mother in her 40s: attachment parenting is exhausting me more than the child

Ewa, a mother in her forties, admits that while her husband practices attachment parenting, she herself is close to complete exhaustion. After a full day of intensive childcare, all she wants is rest. The piece explores the challenges of late motherhood and the limits of attachment parenting ideology.

Is attachment parenting a realistic approach for parents in their forties?

Newsweek Polska · 1h ago · Source ↗
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65% of Poles use AI when shopping, UCE Research study finds
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65% of Poles use AI when shopping, UCE Research study finds

A study by UCE Research and Shopfully Poland shows that 65.5% of Poles now use artificial intelligence to help with purchasing decisions. AI is mainly used for comparing products, finding the best prices and seeking inspiration. The findings indicate that AI tools are entering everyday consumer life faster than previously anticipated.

Is relying on AI for shopping decisions a good habit for consumers?

Interia Biznes · 21min ago · Source ↗
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"Invisible day" – digital detox as a remedy for stress and burnout at work
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"Invisible day" – digital detox as a remedy for stress and burnout at work

The "invisible day" is a growing trend for combating workplace stress and digital overload — a short, deliberate disconnection from phones, social media and work duties. Experts confirm that such a digital detox reduces stress and improves wellbeing. However, they caution that for some people, especially those prone to isolation, it may do more harm than good.

Are regular "invisible days" without phones and media an effective way to tackle workplace stress?

Rzeczpospolita · 29min ago · Source ↗
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Natalia Partyka wins ITTF World Para Elite tournament in Beijing
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Natalia Partyka wins ITTF World Para Elite tournament in Beijing

Natalia Partyka competed internationally for the third time this year and won for the third time. The Polish para table tennis star triumphed at the top-tier ITTF World Para Elite tournament in Beijing. The victory is further proof of her dominance in world para sport.

Do para-athletes like Natalia Partyka receive sufficient support and media coverage in Poland?

WP SportoweFakty · 31min ago · Source ↗
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Scientists: extraterrestrial life may be radically different from life on Earth
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Scientists: extraterrestrial life may be radically different from life on Earth

The article signals a shift in scientific thinking about life in the universe, with researchers increasingly stressing that potential extraterrestrial life could be "truly alien" — fundamentally different from any known life forms. However, the piece does not specify which particular studies or discoveries are driving this change in perspective.

Should the search for extraterrestrial life be a priority in scientific research funding?

Spider's Web · 31min ago · Source ↗
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US Strikes Iran in 90-Minute Retaliatory Attack
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US Strikes Iran in 90-Minute Retaliatory Attack

The United States carried out a 90-minute military strike against Iran as retaliation for prior acts of violence. The source provides insufficient detail on specific targets, casualties or the full scale of the operation.

Was the US military retaliation against Iran justified?

RMF24 · 37min ago · Source ↗
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Filip Bajon's "Panie Dulskie" with Janda and Ostaszewska — Where to Stream
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Filip Bajon's "Panie Dulskie" with Janda and Ostaszewska — Where to Stream

Filip Bajon's 2015 film "Panie Dulskie", starring Krystyna Janda and Maja Ostaszewska, is available to stream on Canal VOD and SkyShowtime. The film is a creative reinterpretation of Gabriela Zapolska's classic play, exploring family patterns, social hypocrisy and generational values. Bajon shows that the questions Zapolska posed over a century ago remain strikingly relevant today.

Are creative reinterpretations of literary classics better than faithful adaptations?

Elle Polska · 45min ago · Source ↗
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Highest KRUS pension exceeds 6,000 PLN – farmer with 42 years of insurance
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Highest KRUS pension exceeds 6,000 PLN – farmer with 42 years of insurance

Poland's agricultural social insurance fund KRUS revealed to Interia the amount of the highest pension it currently pays, awarded to a person who held agricultural insurance for 42 years. By comparison, the highest pension paid by the general ZUS system exceeds 54,000 PLN per month. The figures highlight a substantial gap between the two parallel pension systems.

Should farmers be covered by the general ZUS pension system?

Interia Biznes · 56min ago · Source ↗
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Magda Lamparska wears black linen co-ord set as stylish summer alternative to dresses
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Magda Lamparska wears black linen co-ord set as stylish summer alternative to dresses

Polish actress Magda Lamparska was spotted wearing a black linen co-ord set consisting of a loose shirt-style top and frilled shorts, offering a stylish alternative to dresses in the summer heat. She paired the look with flip-flops and minimal jewellery. The outfit fits the current trend for natural fabrics and effortless elegance.

Is a linen co-ord set a better choice than a dress in summer heat?

Elle Polska · 1h ago · Source ↗
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US lifts restrictions on Anthropic's Claude Mythos 5 for trusted clients after two-week block
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US lifts restrictions on Anthropic's Claude Mythos 5 for trusted clients after two-week block

The US government has permitted Anthropic to provide its advanced AI model Claude Mythos 5 to select "trusted customers." Two weeks earlier, Washington had forced the company to suspend access to the service, citing national security concerns. The partial unblocking signals an easing of restrictions, though access remains limited to vetted entities.

Should the US government control access to advanced AI models on national security grounds?

Bankier.pl · 26min ago · Source ↗
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Marciniak disallows goal in Iran vs Egypt match; fans react in Los Angeles
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Marciniak disallows goal in Iran vs Egypt match; fans react in Los Angeles

In stoppage time of the Iran vs Egypt World Cup group-stage match, Polish referee Szymon Marciniak disallowed a goal, a decision that affected which team advanced to the knockout phase. Journalist Dominik Wardzichowski from sport.pl reported fans' reactions from Los Angeles. The article does not specify which team's goal was ruled out or the final standings implications.

Was Marciniak's decision to disallow the goal correct?

WP SportoweFakty · 33min ago · Source ↗
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Milgram Experiment Flawed: Participants Broke Rules Nearly Half the Time
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Milgram Experiment Flawed: Participants Broke Rules Nearly Half the Time

A new analysis of original Yale recordings challenges Stanley Milgram's famous obedience experiment, long cited as proof that ordinary people inflict pain on others when ordered by an authority figure. Participants considered fully obedient actually broke the experiment's rules for nearly half the time, the study found. The findings were published in the journal Political Psychology.

Should Milgram's experiment be removed from psychology textbooks?

Rzeczpospolita · 33min ago · Source ↗
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Burkina Faso Severs Diplomatic Ties with France
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Burkina Faso Severs Diplomatic Ties with France

Burkina Faso's military government has severed diplomatic ties with France, its former colonial ruler and key security partner. The move makes Burkina Faso the latest Sahel nation to break with Paris, following similar steps previously taken by Mali and Niger.

Should France have changed its policy toward Sahel countries sooner?

The Independent World · 38min ago · Source ↗