France recorded 2,025 excess deaths during the June 22–28 heatwave, a nearly 30 percent rise nationwide, according to the health minister. The Paris region saw deaths surge by 62 percent over the same period. The figures were released by the country's public health authority.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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China is defending its new "ethnic unity" law, which rights groups and Western governments have criticised as a threat to Tibetans, Uyghurs and other minorities. Beijing insists the legislation aims to protect these communities. Critics argue the law serves to further restrict the rights of ethnic minorities in China.
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Nearly four and a half years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, frontline advances have slowed almost to a halt. Ukrainian counterattacks and defensive tactics are proving increasingly effective at stopping Russian gains. This marks a significant shift in the conflict's dynamics compared to earlier phases of the war.
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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.
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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.
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An analysis of thousands of brokerage accounts at Trade Republic by Poland country manager Kamil Szymański shows that Gen Z investors are more cautious than commonly assumed. Cryptocurrencies do not dominate their portfolios; instead, young investors tend to favour ETFs and blue-chip stocks. The popular narrative of Gen Z as reckless speculators does not fully match the actual data.
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Skordalia is a creamy, intensely garlicky dip from Greek cuisine, made with garlic, olive oil, potatoes or almonds, and lemon juice. The garlic content supports immune function and cardiovascular health. It works well as an accompaniment to meats, fish and vegetables at everyday meals or family gatherings.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Poland's Ministry of Health has published a draft regulation proposing stricter eligibility criteria for state-funded rehabilitation under the NFZ. The new rules would be modelled on international standards and, in most cases, would require an assessment of a patient's functional independence before they qualify for rehabilitation. The proposal is currently at the consultation stage.
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Procter & Gamble, 3M, Honeywell and General Electric have been building factories, R&D centres and production lines in Poland since the 1990s. Their investments have created thousands of jobs and strengthened Polish industry. The article reviews the scale of their presence, though total investment figures and employment numbers are not specified.
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Economist Robert Gwiazdowski has sharply criticised a text by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, calling it a "Communist Manifesto of Artificial Intelligence." Gwiazdowski argues that Altman's vision for AI promotes collectivist ideology under the guise of technological progress. He also recorded a video commentary for Interia expanding on his arguments.
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