David Willey, one of the BBC's longest-serving foreign correspondents, has died aged 93. During his distinguished career he reported from the Vatican on five different popes, making him one of the most experienced Vatican journalists in the world.
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Ukrainian long-range drones struck targets across Russia overnight. A fuel depot in Vyazniki, Stavropol region, caught fire for the second time in recent days. Drones also appeared over the Moscow region, with one striking a residential apartment block.
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NASA has opted for fuel cells rather than conventional batteries for energy storage on the Moon. Despite their larger size, fuel cells are expected to be cheaper to launch than equivalent battery systems. The decision is a key part of NASA's preparations for long-term human presence on the lunar surface.
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Shares in Chinese AI firm MiniMax Group plunged after JPMorgan Chase cut its price target for the company for the second time in less than a week. The bank cited value dilution concerns stemming from fresh fundraising as the key reason for the downgrade. The double cut has dealt a significant blow to the stock's performance.
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Stephen Chow's "Kung Fu Soccer," a spinoff of his beloved "Shaolin Soccer" and his first directorial effort in seven years, opened to $74 million in its first two days at the Chinese box office. The film is projected to earn over $350 million in China in total. Plans for a US release are still being worked out.
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In June 2026, prices of the most frequently bought goods rose 2.7% year-on-year — the slowest pace of increase in 12 months. As recently as April, the rate stood at 3.7%. Experts attribute the slowdown to falling commodity, transport and energy costs.
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A grand jury is investigating UAW President Shawn Fain over allegations that he used his position to seek favors for his fiancée and retaliated against the union official who refused those favors. Fain has denied the accusations, calling them "bogus allegations" and claiming he is the victim.
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Denis Kapustin, founder of the Russian Volunteer Corps fighting on Ukraine's side, says Russian society is living in anticipation of an approaching catastrophe. He claims social tensions in Russia are rising and that Putin intends to announce a new mobilisation in autumn 2026. Kapustin points to multiple signs of Kremlin military preparations as evidence.
Ford has admitted that artificial intelligence failed to resolve persistent quality issues on its factory floors. The automaker has rehired more than 350 veteran engineers — nicknamed "grey beards" — to mentor younger workers and help train AI systems using their hands-on expertise.
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Nearly 40% of Polish businesses fear that deploying AI agents in commerce will weaken direct customer relationships. Despite this concern, companies are investing in so-called "agentic commerce" solutions, treating them as a strategic priority. Firms are balancing the potential benefits of automation against the risk of losing control over customer service.
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The New York Knicks have released officially licensed collectible garden gnomes to celebrate the team's NBA championship title. Each gnome is hand-crafted and hand-painted, making every unit unique. The gnomes are the latest in a series of merchandise items released to mark the franchise's title win.
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The TV adaptation of Elin Hilderbrand's 2023 novel "The Five-Star Weekend" has premiered on Peacock, starring Jennifer Garner and written by Bekah Brunstetter (Maid, This Is Us). Hilderbrand herself stated she has no interest in writing for television. Her first adaptation, "The Perfect Couple," was a Netflix hit and has already spawned a second season.
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A new gameplay video for Total War: Warhammer 40,000, unveiled at BiliBili World, shows a detailed battle between the Astra Militarum and orks in the Armageddon Theatre campaign. The footage highlights a dynamic cover system where infantry automatically splits into smaller squads to occupy barricades and ruined building upper floors. The spectacle is impressive, but visible framerate drops during explosions raise concerns about PC performance requirements.
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A Traveldata study shows that Greece, Turkey and Egypt – three of the five most popular package-holiday destinations among Polish travellers – have hit new all-time price highs for summer 2026. Prices rise steeply the closer bookings get to peak season. The trend suggests holidays in these destinations will cost more than ever before this year.
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Students starting university in the UK are being encouraged to get the free NHS meningitis B vaccine following the country's largest and fastest-growing meningitis B outbreak to date, which occurred in Kent earlier in 2026. The jab is available to first-year students as a preventive measure against the serious bacterial infection. Health authorities are urging new students not to delay getting vaccinated.
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AMC has released a teaser for season three of "Anne Rice's Mayfair Witches," starring Alexandra Daddario. The new season is scheduled to premiere in 2027. The show is based on Anne Rice's novels about a New Orleans witch family.
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Three separate July calls under the EU's STEP platform have made over 340 million zloty in European Funds available to Polish companies. The grants are designed to help businesses strengthen their market position and expand their technologies internationally.
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The US Embassy has advised American citizens to avoid all travel to the Democratic Republic of Congo following the infection of a second American aid worker with Ebola. The warning comes as the country's Ebola outbreak continues to escalate, prompting increased concern among international health authorities.
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Polish volleyball captain Bartosz Kurek has sat out this year's national team season and is using the time to holiday with his wife Anna. The couple travelled to the mountains and shared photos of the scenic views on Instagram. Kurek's absence from the squad is a notable gap for the Polish national side this season.
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Aftermarket 360-degree camera systems for cars eliminate blind spots by stitching together feeds from multiple cameras into a bird's-eye view. The technology offers a significant safety and convenience upgrade over factory setups. Installation costs vary by system and installer but are generally substantial.
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Leaked renders reveal the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold in a new "Pine" colorway, appearing as a deep green shade. The images confirm earlier leaks showing a slimmer camera island and a slightly thinner chassis than the previous model. Google is set to officially unveil the Pixel 11 lineup at its Made by Google event on August 12 in New York.
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Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings has made a series of recent investments in the cryptocurrency sector. The deals offer insight into how traditional financial institutions are approaching digital assets and blockchain technology. SBI Holdings appears to view crypto as a core strategic direction rather than a peripheral experiment.
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