A weather station in Toruń recorded a temperature 0.1°C higher than the previous Polish record set in Prószków in 1921, establishing a new all-time heat record for Poland. The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) warns that the intense heat will persist across Poland for the coming days. Authorities are urging residents to take precautions.
Max Verstappen claimed second place at the Austrian Grand Prix — his best result of the 2026 season — despite ending qualifying with a crash into the barrier. He delivered a gutsy race performance, engaging in wheel-to-wheel battles with Lewis Hamilton. The result came at Red Bull's home race in Spielberg.
"The Cube" is a 1969 teleplay produced by Jim Henson for NBC's anthology series "Experiment in Television," entirely free of Muppets and trademark Henson whimsy. The mind-bending, philosophically dark production is now being compared to modern anthology series like Black Mirror. It stands as one of the most unusual and overlooked works in Henson's creative catalogue.
Thirty-three people have been rescued following earthquakes in Venezuela, but nearly 50,000 people were listed as unaccounted for on a website promoted by the country's political opposition as of Sunday. The figures highlight the enormous scale of the disaster still unfolding. Search and rescue operations are continuing across the affected region.
Lignum vitae is an exceptionally hard, dense and naturally self-lubricating wood that is twice as durable as plastic. It continues to be used for bearings and seals in ships and hydroelectric plants due to its unique properties. Its rarity makes it a precious industrial material with no fully equivalent synthetic substitute.
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A SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket launched 24 Starlink satellites (Group 17-40) into low Earth orbit from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California on Sunday, June 28, at 12:09 p.m. EDT. The satellites reached orbit approximately nine minutes after liftoff and were deployed by the upper stage about an hour later. The rocket's first stage successfully landed on the droneship "Of Course I Still Love You" in the Pacific Ocean.
Developers at Quantic Dream have gone on strike to oppose impending layoffs at the studio. They state that their narrative-driven Star Wars game, Star Wars Eclipse, "cannot be finished" if the cuts proceed. The strike puts the future of one of the most anticipated Star Wars video games in serious doubt.
The summer holiday season brings a noticeable rise in intimate infections, irritations and sexually transmitted diseases, according to gynaecologist Michał Bulsa. Women typically seek medical help only when an infection becomes severe or recurring. High temperatures and travel create conditions that promote such conditions, which can persist for many years.
Lamborghini has announced the debut of its most hardcore Urus Performante SUV next month. A teaser image reveals a large rear wing on the high-performance model. The Performante variant is a highly anticipated return for the Italian brand's popular SUV lineup.
A compact, portable clothes steamer offers a simple solution to wrinkled travel outfits without wrestling with a hotel iron and tiny ironing board. The gadget quickly smooths out creases on clothes taken straight from a suitcase. It is a practical travel accessory for anyone wanting to look neat on the road.
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Kyiv issued Minsk an ultimatum: shut down equipment aiding Russian strikes or Ukraine would do it unilaterally. President Zelensky subsequently announced the infrastructure had gone offline. Lukashenko has remained silent, leaving analysts questioning what the development signals about Belarus's role in the war.
US tariff pressure is drawing Europe and Brazil into closer trade ties, opening new global markets for Brazilian goods. Among the beneficiaries is cachaça, the spirit base of the caipirinha cocktail, as well as aircraft components and other Brazilian exports.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has publicly challenged Michael Saylor's approach to funding Bitcoin purchases at his company Strategy. Garlinghouse questioned the safety and sustainability of the investment model, adding fuel to an ongoing debate about the risks involved. Saylor is widely regarded as one of Bitcoin's most prominent advocates.
A Spanish pink midi dress priced at just 49 PLN has been spotted online and is described as looking boutique-quality. The dress features a draped neckline, gathered waist and asymmetric hem – making it a stylish, budget-friendly choice for women over 60 looking for wedding guest attire without overspending.
The Pudding has published an interactive collection of 5,000 restaurant menus dating from 1880 to 1920. The archive allows users to explore how dishes and prices evolved over several decades of American dining. It serves as a rich historical resource for food history enthusiasts.
Those tiny plastic tripod tables found in pizza boxes serve a simple but important purpose: they prop up the lid of the box to prevent it from collapsing onto the hot pizza and squashing the toppings. The small device, sometimes called a pizza saver, has a surprisingly rich backstory tied to the pizza industry's growth.
Polish crime writer Anna Kańtoch takes the bold approach of fundamentally reinventing her main heroine with each new book in her series, rather than repeating a proven formula. This rare narrative risk-taking among Polish authors keeps her novels surprising and avoids the trap of formulaic series writing. The piece praises Kańtoch for her artistic courage and originality in the domestic publishing market.
Emma Raducanu has confirmed she is dealing with a new injury concern but still intends to play on the opening day of Wimbledon. The British tennis star did not disclose the nature of the injury. Her participation remains uncertain, though she is determined to compete.
The weather station in Doksany, Czech Republic, recorded 41.1°C on Sunday — the first time the country has ever exceeded 41 degrees in recorded history. Meteorologists warn that temperatures could climb even higher, and smog alerts were issued for the afternoon. The extreme heat is affecting the entire country.
"The Violinist," a Singaporean animated feature from Robot Playground Media, won the Cristal for best feature film at the Annecy Animation Festival, as well as the SACEM award. Co-founder and director Ervin Han spent nearly a decade developing the project before it screened in competition. Its creators say the win is a landmark moment for Southeast Asian animation on the world stage.
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will not wait for M7 chips to launch its long-anticipated touchscreen MacBook. The new models will instead ship with M5 Pro and M5 Max processors. The move suggests an earlier-than-expected release for the touchscreen MacBook line.
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