Sunday's speedway meetings drew very poor crowds, most notably in Ostrów. Temperatures exceeding 35°C deterred fans from attending the stadium. Commentators acknowledged it was one of the worst-attended weekends in recent memory, attributing it directly to the heat.
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Many Google Pixel users are losing faith in the smartphone lineup due to persistent battery issues across generations, poor Tensor chip performance, and unreliable, buggy software updates. Poll results suggest that long-term loyalty to the brand is increasingly fragile. Despite being Android's flagship line, the Pixel series is failing to meet the expectations of a growing number of owners.
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Publishers Oni Press and Archie Comics have announced the return of Riverdale this September with three new titles: Archie #1, Sabrina the Teenage Witch #1, and Archie in Hell #1. Acclaimed artists Fábio Moon and Kano have created new character designs that modernise the franchise while keeping it instantly recognisable. The relaunch is described as one of the most ambitious in the franchise's history.
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Xabi Alonso has officially taken charge as Chelsea FC manager, stepping into one of football's most demanding roles. His immediate challenges include navigating a complex transfer window, maximising Cole Palmer's potential, and resolving Enzo Fernández's uncertain situation. The club is under pressure to return to competing at the highest level.
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The iconic Ford GT40, famous for its role in Ford's battle against Ferrari at Le Mans, has been reimagined as a modern restomod. The updated version gains ABS, 800 hp, and a range of contemporary features while retaining the original's distinctive low, wide body. The project is attracting attention from both motoring enthusiasts and racing history fans.
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The acclaimed RPG Haven originally told a straight love story, but two years after its launch developers added the option to gender-swap one of the leads, enabling a same-sex version of the story. According to writer Kaan Serin, the update made the game richer and more meaningful. The piece is part of Eurogamer's Pride Week series on queer culture and gaming.
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The ultra-traditionalist Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) has consecrated new bishops without papal consent, risking a formal rupture with the Roman Catholic Church. Pope Francis had personally appealed to the group to abandon the plan, but was ignored. The move deepens a decades-long standoff between the Vatican and the SSPX, which has long operated on the fringes of official Catholicism.
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Doctors are warning that massage guns should never be used near the eyes, as the powerful percussive vibrations safe for muscles can cause serious and potentially irreversible damage to the eye's delicate structures. Medical specialists are urging users to follow instructions carefully and keep the devices away from the face. The warning comes amid the growing popularity of massage guns as home recovery tools.
Karkade, a traditional Egyptian drink made from dried hibiscus flowers, is served ice-cold and is popular across the Arab world as a refreshing summer cooler. Rich in antioxidants and vitamin C, it hydrates effectively and helps lower body temperature. It is consumed both cold in summer and warm in winter.
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California is banning "sell by" dates on food labels, which have long confused consumers and contributed to food waste. The new rules aim to standardise date labelling across food products sold in the state. As the most populous US state, California's move could set a precedent for the rest of the country.
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Medicare is now offering beneficiaries access to popular obesity medications for a $50 monthly copay. Patients must meet specific eligibility criteria to qualify for the programme. The measure is temporary and runs through the end of 2027.
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Joachim Nagel, European Central Bank Governing Council member, said at the ECB Forum on Central Banking in Sintra, Portugal, that he is keeping an open mind on what action is needed at the next two interest-rate meetings. He cited the ongoing geopolitical uncertainty as the reason for caution, simply stating: "We have to wait."
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Christopher Delgado, CEO of Goliath Ventures, pleaded guilty to running a cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme that took in at least $400 million from investors. The fraud was marketed as a "liquidity pool" investment, and proceeds were spent on mansions, Lamborghinis and Rolex watches. Federal charges valued the scheme at $250 million.
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Polish actress Julia Wieniawa was photographed in Mykonos wearing a loose "burnt orange" co-ord set — wide-leg trousers and a light shirt — layered over a simple black bikini top. The shade, sitting between brick, terracotta and orange, pairs well with tanned skin and gold jewellery. Such holiday sets are increasingly popular among influencers as a comfortable, effortless alternative to dresses.
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Record-breaking heat in Ukraine is affecting the war effort, with crews of Soviet-era T-72 tanks suffering most as the vehicles turn into what Reuters describes as "giant ovens." Civilians are also feeling the impact through increasingly long power outages. The heatwave adds a new dimension of strain to both military and civilian life in the country.
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Playwright Christina Anderson, the 2026 Windham-Campbell Prize winner for Drama, spoke with host Michael Kelleher about Wallace Shawn's seminal 1990 monologue The Fever, which has recently been revived. Anderson, a Tony-nominated writer whose work has been staged at Berkeley Rep, Goodman Theatre and Yale Rep among others, describes the piece as strange and significant. The conversation is part of the Windham-Campbell Prizes Podcast series featuring winners discussing favourite works.
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A patient-review ranking names seven top Baltic Sea sanatoria in Poland: Kołobrzeg Spa, MSWiA Sanatorium in Sopot, Świnoujście Spa (respiratory conditions), "Cegielski" Sanatorium in Ustka, Kamień Pomorski Spa (mud and brine treatments), "Energetyk" Sanatorium in Kołobrzeg, and Dąbki Spa. All combine the therapeutic marine microclimate with professional rehabilitation treatments. The list is based on patient reviews and industry rankings.
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The Locarno Film Festival has revealed the lineup for its experimental Pardi di Domani section and the Open Doors screenings, featuring 40 titles described as "fearless". The selection mixes established and emerging filmmakers and reflects, in the organisers' words, "the war of the worlds" — both public conflicts and private struggles. The festival is one of Europe's most prestigious platforms for independent and art-house cinema.
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Nemanja Nikolić, a former Chicago Fire player who moved to the club from Poland, has reacted to Robert Lewandowski's signing with Chicago Fire MLS. Lewandowski is set to spend the next two years at the club. "He's a goal-scoring machine and I'm convinced he'll keep scoring," Nikolić told goal.pl.
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Microsoft is reportedly targeting five game studios for closure as part of a major internal restructuring, with Arkane Studios — developers of the Dishonored series and the upcoming Blade game — among them. The report comes from The Verge, citing sources familiar with the plans. No official confirmation has been made by Microsoft.
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Renewable energy sources supplied 58% of Germany's electricity consumption in the first half of 2026, setting a new record for that part of the year. The growth was driven primarily by a rapid expansion of wind farms. The figures were published by two industry organisations and reported by dpa news agency.
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Pope Leo XIV has again threatened excommunication for rebel traditionalists of the Society of Saint Pius X (SSPX) following illegal episcopal ordinations in Switzerland. Thousands of faithful from around the world attended the ceremony, believing they represent the future of the Church. The SSPX responded that excommunication is their best advertisement and that it is the Pope, not them, who has gone astray.
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