The Parkside brand, sold at Lidl, has long been popular among DIY enthusiasts and hobbyist renovators. Its success stems from low prices combined with acceptable quality, wide availability and regular Lidl promotions. Parkside tools are seen as a sensible choice for amateurs who do not need professional-grade equipment.
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U.S. President Donald Trump warned Iran that if it proceeds with any assassination attempt against him, the U.S. military will fire thousands of missiles and destroy Iranian targets for a full year. Trump posted that "1,000 missiles are already loaded." The threat comes amid reports of Iranian plots targeting American officials.
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Two new rapid diagnostic tests for endometriosis are to be made available on the NHS, offering faster answers to women who have long suffered without a diagnosis. Patients have welcomed the move, with one saying the tests "would have given me years back." Endometriosis affects millions of women and often goes undetected for many years.
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Argentina coach Lionel Scaloni spoke glowingly about Lionel Messi's form ahead of the World Cup quarter-final against Switzerland. "In my opinion he will remain the best player for as long as he wants to," said the coach. Argentina are counting on their captain to lead them further in their bid to defend the world title.
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Poland is rolling out new first letters on licence plates for its largest cities: "A" for Warsaw, "M" for Poznań and "X" for Gdańsk. The new codes are already appearing on personalised and reduced-size plates ordered by drivers. The change will gradually cover more vehicles as new plates are ordered.
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The article concerns remembrance of Volhynia massacre victims buried in mass graves. Relatives of the murdered stress a genetic bond with those killed: "Our relatives lie there — people with the same DNA." The piece raises the issue of identifying and commemorating the slaughtered Poles.
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The 17th edition of Bogotá Audiovisual Market (BAM) wrapped on 10 July with a surge in attendance: 2,336 accredited participants, 271 industry activities and 882 one-on-one business meetings. Colombia also announced the addition of a massive new soundstage. The project prizes in the Rookies section were swept by a project led by a star of the series Narcos.
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Germany failed to win a single set against the Netherlands in the Women's Nations League, allowing the Dutch side to move ahead of Poland in the standings. With one round left in the group stage, the Netherlands now sit above Poland in the table. Poland will need a strong result in the final round to improve their position.
Research confirms the widespread belief that iPhone users spend more on mobile apps than Android device owners. This is partly attributed to Apple's premium hardware pricing, which attracts wealthier customers. The spending gap is significant and influences how developers approach monetisation strategies.
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German banks are integrating cryptocurrency trading into their banking apps, potentially reaching up to 80 million customers. The move marks a major step toward mainstream crypto adoption in one of Europe's largest economies. No specific banks or launch dates were named in the report.
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Pokémon Go's Go Fest: Global 2026 offers players a Special Research Task set called "A Thunderous Discovery," which rewards the mythical Pokémon Zeraora upon completion. The quest is claimable as part of the event. This is a key opportunity for collectors who do not yet have Zeraora in their roster.
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The "silver shape hair" trend focuses on the cut rather than colour, celebrating natural grey hair as a deliberate style choice. The key elements are proportions, movement and lightness that add volume and make hair look fresh at any length. The trend is gaining momentum on TikTok, Instagram and in fashion magazines.
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The car is the most popular mode of holiday transport among Poles, offering independence and flexible route planning. However, nearly every second Polish driver fears a vehicle breakdown during their trip, especially abroad. Fear of being stranded is the dominant concern among travelling motorists.
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European accounts labelled Madagascar's Queen Ranavalona I "Caligula in a skirt," but historians increasingly challenge this narrative. She ruled for 33 years (1828–1861) and died in her own bed — facts that sit uneasily with the image of a mad despot. Her harsh policies are increasingly interpreted as a response to French and British colonial pressure.
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Following the dovish tone of NBP Governor Adam Glapiński's press conference and easing tensions around the Strait of Hormuz, Polish bond yields fell noticeably, pushing mortgage rates significantly lower than just a few weeks ago. The drop is good news for borrowers repaying home loans in Poland.
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Italians — especially those from Bologna — are baffled by the worldwide fame of "spaghetti bolognese," a dish that simply does not exist in the local cuisine. In Bologna, the traditional meat ragù is always served with tagliatelle, never spaghetti. Spaghetti bolognese is a foreign invention that has become one of the biggest myths about Italian cooking.
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Large green whirlpools visible in the Baltic Sea are not photo-filter effects but dangerous cyanobacteria blooms. These toxic microorganisms thrive in warm, nutrient-rich water and pose a risk to the marine ecosystem and to swimmers. The phenomenon has been attracting widespread attention online.
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Dutch third seed Eva Vedder knocked out both Polish players at the ITF W75 tournament in The Hague. She beat Weronika Falkowska in the second round and Gina Feistel in the quarter-finals. No Polish players remain in the competition.
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A U.S. citizen working for a humanitarian organisation in the Democratic Republic of Congo has tested positive for Ebola, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) confirmed. The American was working in the field when the infection was detected. It is an uncommon case of an Ebola infection in a U.S. national abroad.
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Russia launched a missile strike on Kyiv overnight, triggering fires and shattering windows across the city. Eight people were wounded, including an 11-year-old boy. Residents of the Ukrainian capital dealt with the aftermath of the attack throughout the night.
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The Toyota Aygo X Hybrid GR Sport is a small city car with sporty styling but, according to the reviewer, fails to deliver on the promise of above-average performance. The GR Sport badge raises expectations that the hybrid drivetrain in this compact urban vehicle cannot fully meet. It works well in city conditions but is likely to disappoint driving enthusiasts seeking genuine thrills.
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On 11 July 1943, units of the Ukrainian Insurgent Army (UPA) attacked nearly 100 Polish villages in Volhynia in the climactic phase of the genocide. Historian Prof. Grzegorz Motyka explains that the extreme cruelty of the crimes was deliberate — intended to conceal their organised, premeditated nature. Historians stress that a death sentence was effectively issued against every Pole living in the region at the time.
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