Russia launched a large-scale overnight missile and drone attack on Kyiv, killing at least eight people and injuring dozens more. Smoke rose over the Ukrainian capital following the strikes. The scale of the attack marks one of the more significant aerial bombardments of the city in recent months.
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Bogusลaw Chrabota, editor-in-chief of "Rzeczpospolita", says the planned visit by Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andriy Sybiha to Warsaw and the inclusion of General Marek Bezruczko in Ukraine's National Pantheon are positive steps for Polish-Ukrainian relations. He notes that if Hetman Ivan Mazepa โ a holder of the Order of the White Eagle โ is also included, Poland should welcome it.
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Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns, whose 12-hour series "The American Revolution" offers a nuanced, multi-perspective look at the nation's founding, argues that today's US polarisation is not unprecedented. He keeps a neon sign reading "It's complicated" in his editing room as a reminder of history's complexity.
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Crypto exchange Bitget has expanded its Stock+ platform by launching US stock options trading, adding equity derivatives alongside existing crypto assets and tokenized stocks. The move represents a further step in integrating traditional financial instruments with the crypto ecosystem.
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The denim mini skirt โ straight or A-line cut โ is a key summer 2026 trend, inspired by Kate Moss's 1990s style. The dominant shades are washed blue, navy and dark indigo, kept clean of heavy distressing and decorations. It pairs easily with both sneakers and sandals for minimalist, urban looks.
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Neil, a five-and-a-half-year-old southern elephant seal weighing 1,000 kg, returns every year to the beaches of Hobart, Australia, to moult. Elephant seals shed not just fur but the entire top layer of skin โ a process called catastrophic moulting โ causing intense itching that drives them to rub against hard objects, including traffic cones. Neil has become a beloved local mascot, but his urban wanderings pose a growing challenge for wildlife managers.
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Tesla's European sales surged in the second quarter, driven by price cuts that helped the automaker recover lost ground. The rebound in Europe partially offset declining sales in the United States. The results suggest that aggressive pricing remains a key lever for Tesla in maintaining global demand.
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Tauron Wytwarzanie has signed a contract with Italy's ANSALDO Energia for the turbine island of a planned 600 MWe peak gas-fired unit in Jaworzno. The deal also includes a long-term service agreement. The investment is intended to strengthen Poland's energy security and reduce the risk of blackouts.
Samsung will reportedly equip all four Galaxy S27 models โ S27, S27 Plus, S27 Pro and S27 Ultra โ with its Privacy Display feature, according to industry sources cited by The Elec. The feature, which prevents bystanders from peeking at a user's screen, previously debuted exclusively on the Galaxy S26 Ultra. However, some S26 Ultra owners have reported eye strain and brightness problems when using the feature.
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Yemen, ravaged by 12 years of civil war, is experiencing its own football miracle as its national team achieves success far from the World Cup stage. The story is seen as a symbol of unity and hope for a nation long divided by conflict. The article highlights how sport can provide a rare positive narrative amid ongoing fighting.
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US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has signed a memorandum creating a new position called Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems (DRPM-UxS). The role, already dubbed "drone tsar" or "autonomy tsar" by media, will oversee nearly all unmanned and autonomous systems programmes across the entire US Department of Defense. The move signals a push to centralise and accelerate America's drone and autonomous weapons strategy.
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US nonfarm payrolls rose by just 57,000 in June, well below expectations, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released Thursday. The prior two months were also revised downward. Despite the weak hiring figures, the unemployment rate fell.
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The US Food and Drug Administration has upgraded a recall of approximately 650,000 bags of Zapp's and Dirty brand potato chips by manufacturer Utz to its most serious level due to salmonella contamination risk. The contamination stems from dry milk powder sourced from a third-party supplier used in a seasoning ingredient. Utz had initially issued a voluntary recall in May.
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Grand Theft Auto 6 is scheduled to launch in roughly five months, yet Rockstar Games has so far released only two trailers, screenshots and box art โ with no actual gameplay footage shown. The game carries an $80 price tag. Based on Rockstar's promotional patterns for previous titles, observers expect gameplay footage to emerge in the near future.
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Rising prices at Polish resorts are pushing more seniors to consider foreign holiday destinations. A week-long stay in some countries just a few flight hours away can cost less than a domestic holiday in Polish resorts. The piece identifies senior-friendly destinations and advises what to watch out for when booking.
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Historian and podcaster Dan Carlin, speaking with Kmele Foster, analyses signs of societal collapse in the United States, drawing a parallel between today's information flood and the photocopied flyers on windshields of the 1980s. He argues the US Constitution was designed to prevent tyranny rather than ensure efficiency, and that Congress has ceded too much executive power by refusing to formally declare war for decades. Carlin believes the erosion of shared factual reality is making civilised public discourse increasingly impossible.
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Oxford historian Peter Frankopan, author of the bestselling "The Silk Roads: A New History of the World", warns that the West is making dangerous errors by drawing on the wrong historical analogies. He argues these false comparisons lead to deeply flawed conclusions, some of which have already come true. Frankopan warns that without a change in perspective, Western civilisation risks becoming a historical relic.
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The spa town of Szczawnica in southern Poland is hosting a two-day lamb festival celebrating local flavours and sheep-farming traditions of the region. The event is designed to showcase mountain culinary heritage. No further details on exact dates or programme are provided in the source.
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A cat ran onto the stage during the finale of a "Romeo and Juliet" performance by the Imperial Russian Ballet in Izmir, Turkey, stealing the spotlight from the dancers. Video of the incident went viral on social media.
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The Vatican announced that six bishops from the ultra-conservative Society of Saint Pius X have been automatically excommunicated after ignoring Pope Leo's plea for unity. The move marks a serious escalation of tensions between the Holy See and the SSPX.
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Polish journalist and TV personality Agnieszka Woลบniak-Starak was spotted relaxing on a pier in a red one-piece swimsuit reminiscent of the iconic Baywatch look. She chose an intense raspberry-red shade that complements her blonde hair and warm complexion. The classic red one-piece is making a mainstream comeback this summer as a timeless and universally flattering beach fashion choice.
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Erebor Bank, backed by Peter Thiel and Palmer Luckey, is in talks to raise funding at a valuation of at least $8 billion, according to Bloomberg. The crypto-friendly bank has seen its deposits nearly quadruple, reflecting rapid growth. Erebor targets technology companies and digital asset firms as its primary customers.
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