Wave of Chinese carmaker bankruptcies may hit Polish drivers

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Wave of Chinese carmaker bankruptcies may hit Polish drivers

Chinese automakers plan to launch up to 300 new models this year, but China's domestic car market is experiencing a sharp sales slump. Experts warn of a potential wave of bankruptcies and takeovers among Chinese brands, which could create parts and service problems for Polish owners of those vehicles. Drivers who have bought Chinese cars should be aware of the risk of losing technical support if a manufacturer collapses.

Should Polish drivers avoid buying Chinese-brand cars due to bankruptcy risk?

TVN24 · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Georgia Stanway joins Arsenal from Bayern Munich

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Georgia Stanway joins Arsenal from Bayern Munich

Arsenal have signed England midfielder Georgia Stanway following her departure from Bayern Munich. The Lionesses international joins the London club, boosting their midfield options. Financial terms of the deal have not been disclosed.

Will Stanway's signing help Arsenal challenge for the WSL title?

Sky Sports Football · 5min ago · Source ↗

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Swiss debut film 'A Happy Family' makes history at Karlovy Vary main competition

Jan-Eric Mack's debut feature "A Happy Family" has become the first-ever Swiss film selected for the main competition at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. The director explains that warmth, humour and character complexity were central to his approach, aiming to spark reflection and discussion. The film is described as a hope-filled, thriller-tinged social drama unlike others in the genre.

The Hollywood Reporter · 5min ago · Source ↗

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Perfectionism as fear: why young people are terrified of making mistakes

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Perfectionism as fear: why young people are terrified of making mistakes

Perfectionism is often listed as a strength on a CV, but it can mask a deep fear of failure rather than a genuine drive for excellence. Young people are growing up in a culture of constant evaluation — at school, at work and on social media — which reinforces the belief that any mistake can be catastrophic. This mindset leads to chronic stress and decision paralysis rather than real personal growth.

Is the culture of constant evaluation damaging young people's mental health?

Focus.pl · 5min ago · Source ↗

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Baldur's Gate 3 praised for queer rep, but AAA games can still do more for lesbian stories

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Baldur's Gate 3 praised for queer rep, but AAA games can still do more for lesbian stories

Writer Caelyn Ellis praises Baldur's Gate 3 for its queer representation while arguing that triple-A games still fall short when it comes to exploring lesbian stories with real depth and complexity. The piece was published as the conclusion of Eurogamer's seventh annual Pride Week. Ellis calls on mainstream game developers to be bolder in their LGBTQ+ storytelling.

Should AAA games dedicate more space to lesbian stories?

Eurogamer · 5min ago · Source ↗

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Steam Machine shows Red Line of Death after just 20 minutes of use

Reddit user me_hill posted footage showing their new Steam Machine displaying the Red Line of Death — an error indicating a GPU failure — within just 20 minutes of first use. The fault occurred while installing an update for No Man's Sky. The situation is particularly troubling because the Steam Machine's GPU is soldered to the motherboard and cannot be replaced by the user. Valve opened reservations for the device only late last month.

Should Valve make the Steam Machine's GPU user-replaceable?

Android Authority · 10min ago · Source ↗

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Crowds brawl over cheap air conditioners in Paris amid third heat wave

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Crowds brawl over cheap air conditioners in Paris amid third heat wave

France's third heat wave of the year triggered chaos outside Paris supermarkets on Thursday as crowds fought over cheap air conditioners. Police were called to at least two discount stores to restore order. Standard air-conditioning units are too expensive for many residents.

Should the government subsidise air conditioners for low-income households?

Wirtualna Polska · 11min ago · Source ↗

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Chicago Fire Coach Reassures Anna Lewandowska: "We'll Make Her Feel at Home"

Anna Lewandowska posted a candid message on social media admitting she fears the family's move to the US following her husband Robert Lewandowski's transfer to Chicago Fire. The club's coach, in an interview published by Kanał Sportowy, promised the club would look after not just the player but his entire family to help Anna feel at home in Chicago. Lewandowski's move to MLS is among the biggest transfers in the league's history.

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17 candidates apply to lead PAIH; Artur Osuchowski acting CEO since July

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17 candidates apply to lead PAIH; Artur Osuchowski acting CEO since July

Artur Osuchowski has been acting president of the Polish Investment and Trade Agency (PAIH) since 1 July. According to Rzeczpospolita, 17 candidates have entered the competition for the permanent head of the agency.

Should the competition for PAIH's chief be fully open and public?

Rzeczpospolita · 14min ago · Source ↗

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US claims Russia is plotting an attack on Poland to test NATO's resolve

US sources told Polish media that Vladimir Putin may be plotting an attack on NATO, with Poland as a potential target, to use as a bargaining chip in Ukraine war negotiations. The alleged plan would test the resolve of the North Atlantic Alliance. The claims have raised serious concerns about regional security.

Should NATO increase its military presence in Poland in response to these claims?

The Independent World · 17min ago · Source ↗

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Irish authorities seize another 500 Bitcoin, bringing 2026 total to 1,500 BTC worth ~$92m

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Irish authorities seize another 500 Bitcoin, bringing 2026 total to 1,500 BTC worth ~$92m

Irish authorities seized another 500 Bitcoin in criminal proceeds, bringing the Criminal Assets Bureau's 2026 total to 1,500 BTC — worth approximately $92 million. The seizure is the latest in a series of large operations by Irish law enforcement targeting crypto assets linked to crime.

Should governments keep seized cryptocurrency as part of state reserves?

Cointelegraph · 18min ago · Source ↗

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Lovage: the forgotten herb for indigestion and rheumatism, also great in broth

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Lovage: the forgotten herb for indigestion and rheumatism, also great in broth

Lovage, best known as a broth herb, was used far more widely in folk medicine — including as a remedy for indigestion and rheumatism. Today it is largely overlooked, though older generations grew it in every garden. The herb can be brewed as tea or added to soups, sauces and marinades.

WP Kuchnia · 18min ago · Source ↗

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Barcode House: MVRDV's 20-year-old striped villa goes on sale

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Barcode House: MVRDV's 20-year-old striped villa goes on sale

The Barcode House, a distinctive villa designed by the renowned Dutch architecture firm MVRDV, has been listed for sale. The building, now 20 years old, features a striking striped facade resembling a barcode. It is a rare opportunity to own a home by one of the world's most recognisable architectural studios.

Would you want to live in a house with such unconventional architecture?

Rzeczpospolita · 45min ago · Source ↗

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Magda Butrym: Poland's fashion designer dressing global stars

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Magda Butrym: Poland's fashion designer dressing global stars

Magda Butrym is the only Polish designer on the prestigious BoF 500 list of the 500 most influential names in fashion. Her clothes are worn by stars including Victoria Beckham, Jennifer Lawrence, Bella Hadid and Dua Lipa. Global shopping platform Lyst ranked her brand among the fastest-growing in fashion, with experts praising her sharp market instinct.

Is Magda Butrym Poland's most important fashion designer today?

Rzeczpospolita · 59min ago · Source ↗

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Hummingbird hawk-moth increasingly spotted in Polish gardens

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Hummingbird hawk-moth increasingly spotted in Polish gardens

The hummingbird hawk-moth, a moth native to southern Europe that looks and behaves like a hummingbird, is being spotted with increasing frequency in Polish gardens and on balconies. It can hover over flowers and change direction rapidly, often being mistaken for a bird. The insect is completely harmless to humans and valuable as a pollinator.

WP Kobieta · 1h ago · Source ↗

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14-year-old Bruno Gryc races Louna-Eesti Rally a week after Latvia event

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14-year-old Bruno Gryc races Louna-Eesti Rally a week after Latvia event

Fourteen-year-old Polish rally driver Bruno Gryc continues his busy international season. Just one week after competing at Rally Talsi in Latvia, he lines up for the Louna-Eesti Ralli, a joint round of the Estonian and Latvian championships. The teenager is showing remarkable activity on the international rally circuit.

WP SportoweFakty · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Nelly Furtado spotted at Portugal vs Croatia match in Toronto

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Nelly Furtado spotted at Portugal vs Croatia match in Toronto

Canadian singer Nelly Furtado was photographed attending the Portugal vs Croatia match in Toronto. While no longer at the peak of her fame, she retains a large and dedicated fanbase. Photos from the event show that the artist's appearance has changed noticeably compared to a few years ago.

Pudelek · 5min ago · Source ↗

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PlayStation fans cancel PS Plus en masse and threaten PS6 boycott

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PlayStation fans cancel PS Plus en masse and threaten PS6 boycott

A growing online movement is urging PlayStation fans to cancel their PS Plus subscriptions and boycott the upcoming PS6 console. The backlash is directed at Sony's decision to abandon physical game media, which many dedicated players consider a line-crossing move. Organisers say the campaign is meant to send Sony a message it cannot ignore.

Should Sony restore physical media support for the PS6?

GRYOnline · 9min ago · Source ↗

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PGE Ekstraliga round 11 — last before the break, TV coverage confirmed

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PGE Ekstraliga round 11 — last before the break, TV coverage confirmed

Matches for round 11 of the PGE Ekstraliga and the Metalkas 2. Ekstraliga are scheduled for 3 and 5 July. For the top-flight teams, this will be the last round before the mid-season break. Teams in the second-tier Metalkas 2. Ekstraliga will continue competing for league points.

WP SportoweFakty · 9min ago · Source ↗

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Pope excommunicates Lefebvrists in first major Catholic split since Great Schism

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Pope excommunicates Lefebvrists in first major Catholic split since Great Schism

Pope Francis has excommunicated the Lefebvrists — followers of the Society of Saint Pius X — cutting them off from the Catholic Church. It is the most significant rupture in Catholicism in 972 years, since the Great Schism of Christianity. The traditionalist movement has been in conflict with Rome for decades over liturgy and church authority.

Was the Pope right to excommunicate the Lefebvrists?

OKO.press · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Polish parliament passes OKI law: investment accounts exempt from Belka tax up to 100,000 PLN

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Polish parliament passes OKI law: investment accounts exempt from Belka tax up to 100,000 PLN

The Polish Sejm passed the Personal Investment Accounts (OKI) act on Friday. Investment assets held in such accounts will be exempt from the 19% capital gains tax (known as the Belka tax) up to 100,000 PLN, while savings assets will be exempt up to 25,000 PLN. The law aims to encourage Poles to invest long-term and now heads to the Senate.

Will the OKI personal investment accounts effectively encourage Poles to invest?

Bankier.pl · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Microsoft, Google and IBM invest billions in Polish data centres and AI projects

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Microsoft, Google and IBM invest billions in Polish data centres and AI projects

US tech giants Microsoft, Google, IBM and Dell have been building data centres, R&D facilities and engineering teams in Poland since the 1990s. Their investments increasingly focus on artificial intelligence projects. Poland has become one of the key European technology hubs for these companies.

Should Poland rely heavily on foreign tech giants for its IT sector growth?

Rzeczpospolita · 16min ago · Source ↗

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