7-Eleven owner in talks to acquire stake in Żabka — shares surge on Warsaw exchange

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7-Eleven owner in talks to acquire stake in Żabka — shares surge on Warsaw exchange

According to Bloomberg and Japan's Nikkei newspaper, the owner of the 7-Eleven chain is in talks to acquire a stake in Polish convenience store chain Żabka. The news triggered an immediate market reaction, with Żabka's shares rising sharply on the Warsaw Stock Exchange. Neither party has officially confirmed the status of the negotiations.

Would a Japanese takeover of Żabka be good for Polish consumers?

Money.pl · 1d ago · Source ↗

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Castle Party festival opens at Bolków castle in Lower Silesia

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Castle Party festival opens at Bolków castle in Lower Silesia

Castle Party, one of the largest gothic and industrial music festivals in Central and Eastern Europe, kicked off on Friday at Bolków castle in Lower Silesia, Poland. The medieval castle setting gives the event what organisers describe as a "darker alternative" atmosphere. The festival draws fans of gothic sounds from across the region.

Is Castle Party the best music festival in Poland?

WP Turystyka · 10min ago · Source ↗

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Gulf states race to build pipelines bypassing the Strait of Hormuz

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Gulf states race to build pipelines bypassing the Strait of Hormuz

Gulf Arab states are accelerating the construction of pipelines and infrastructure that bypass the Strait of Hormuz, which is increasingly threatened by Iranian missiles and drones. XTB analyst Kamil Szczepański notes that petrodollar-rich Gulf nations can complete in a few years infrastructure projects that would take decades elsewhere. Western engineers and Indian labourers are set to head into the desert to build the new routes. The push is a direct response to growing military risks from Iran.

Will pipelines bypassing Hormuz effectively secure Gulf oil supplies?

Interia Biznes · 14min ago · Source ↗

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France vs England: the World Cup third-place match neither side wanted

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France vs England: the World Cup third-place match neither side wanted

After losing their respective semi-finals, France and England will meet in the World Cup third-place play-off – a match both sides would rather skip. Players who dreamed of the final and a gold medal must now take the field with nothing more than a bronze medal at stake. The game is widely seen as a consolation fixture, yet national pride means neither team can simply go through the motions.

Should the World Cup third-place play-off be abolished?

Rzeczpospolita · 15min ago · Source ↗

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Reddit gamer creates physical Steam game cartridges using external SSDs

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Reddit gamer creates physical Steam game cartridges using external SSDs

A Reddit user has built a DIY physical "cartridge" system for Steam games: each game is stored on a separate external SSD, and plugging it into a docking station triggers a script that launches the correct title in Steam. The setup is elegantly simple and saves space on the main drive. It does not, however, grant true game ownership independent of Steam — GOG's offline installation option remains the better alternative for that.

Should digital platforms like Steam guarantee full game ownership to players?

AntyWeb · 18min ago · Source ↗

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Israel's 'Crimson Thread' barrier cuts off Palestinian villages from their land

Israel has erected a new military barrier called the "Crimson Thread" in the Jordan Valley of the West Bank, cutting Palestinian communities off from their agricultural land. The structure is part of a broader Israeli strategy to control movement across the West Bank. Affected Palestinian villages say the barrier severely disrupts daily life and access to farmland.

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Al Jazeera · 18min ago · Source ↗

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New bot tests how dependent you are on AI tools

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New bot tests how dependent you are on AI tools

A bot has been made available that lets users check how dependent they have become on artificial intelligence tools. The tool analyses AI usage patterns and shows the degree to which a user relies on AI in daily life.

Is excessive reliance on AI a serious social problem?

Spider's Web · 19min ago · Source ↗

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Fortnite launches 36 AI-voiced character personas for creators from July 30

Epic Games announced that starting July 30, Fortnite creators will be able to publish experiences featuring AI-powered characters. At launch, 36 characters with "consistent voices and personas" will be available, including Fortnite staples such as Agent Jones, to be used as NPCs. The move is part of Epic's broader push to integrate AI into its creative ecosystem.

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Study finds most flies share surprisingly similar flight patterns

Researchers in the Netherlands have found that most species of flies share surprisingly similar flight patterns, despite differences in body shape and habitat. The results suggest that evolution has produced a common, efficient flight strategy across the group.

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Wall Street celebrates strong earnings but experts warn the rally may be near its end

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Wall Street celebrates strong earnings but experts warn the rally may be near its end

US-listed companies continue to report strong financial results, fuelling optimism on Wall Street. However, some experts are growing concerned about how long the rally can last and whether investor behaviour is sustainable. Other analysts are hunting for opportunities in markets that have seen sharp recent declines.

Does the current Wall Street rally have strong enough fundamentals to continue?

Bankier.pl · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Kawasaki Ninja H2 2027 set to lose horsepower per homologation documents

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Kawasaki Ninja H2 2027 set to lose horsepower per homologation documents

Homologation documents suggest the 2027 Kawasaki Ninja H2 will produce less power than the current model. The news has upset the motorcycle community online, though the bike will still rank among the most powerful production superbikes available. In reality, most riders never come close to exploiting the machine's full potential outside of a racetrack straight.

Is losing a few horsepower in the Ninja H2 a serious issue for riders?

Focus.pl · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Free dietitian visits available on Poland's NFZ — who qualifies?

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Free dietitian visits available on Poland's NFZ — who qualifies?

Poland's National Health Fund (NFZ) covers dietitian consultations in certain medical situations, though few people are aware of this benefit. A GP referral is typically required, and the patient usually needs to meet specific health criteria such as obesity or metabolic disease. This option offers free professional nutritional support to those who qualify.

Should the NFZ cover dietitian visits for everyone without a referral?

Interia Biznes · 44min ago · Source ↗

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Marc O'Polo sage A-shape jacket 49% off in 2026 sale

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Marc O'Polo sage A-shape jacket 49% off in 2026 sale

During the current Marc O'Polo sale, a sage-green A-shape jacket is discounted by 49% with all sizes still in stock — a rarity during seasonal sales. The relaxed cut in a muted green shade fits the "less is more" trend. Similar discounted options are also available at Reserved and H&M.

Is it worth investing in premium clothing items during seasonal sales?

Wizaż.pl · 1h ago · Source ↗

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New book blends 'Off Campus' and 'Fourth Wing' – fans are calling for a TV adaptation

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New book blends 'Off Campus' and 'Fourth Wing' – fans are calling for a TV adaptation

A new sports fantasy romance novel has arrived, combining the fake-dating trope from Elle Kennedy's "Off Campus" series with the competitive spirit of "Heated Rivalry" and the fantastical setting of "Fourth Wing." The sports romance genre is booming on TV, with HBO Max's "Heated Rivalry" already airing and "Off Campus" awaiting its second season. Readers are already calling for the new book to be adapted for television.

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Collider · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Gotland water shortage: tourists urged to wash in the Baltic Sea instead of showering

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Gotland water shortage: tourists urged to wash in the Baltic Sea instead of showering

Authorities on the Swedish island of Gotland are urging residents and tourists to drastically reduce their water consumption amid a deepening shortage. They are encouraging people to wash in the Baltic Sea instead of showering, saying one "sea wash" saves up to 90 litres of water. Gotland is a popular summer destination and has been struggling with water shortages regularly during summer seasons.

Should tourists skip showers and wash in the sea to save water?

Rzeczpospolita · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Abramowicz: Jagiellonia will do everything to reach the Europa League league phase

Jagiellonia Białystok goalkeeper Sławomir Abramowicz said the whole squad is determined to reach the Europa League league phase. He emphasised that the players will do everything to compete in the eight league-phase matches rather than stopping at the earlier qualifying rounds. Abramowicz acknowledged it will be a very tough challenge.

Will Jagiellonia Białystok reach the Europa League league phase?

Polsat Sport · 19min ago · Source ↗

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Polish inflation hits NBP target, fuel prices spike, S&P 500 grows more tech-dependent

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Polish inflation hits NBP target, fuel prices spike, S&P 500 grows more tech-dependent

Polish inflation has hit the National Bank of Poland's target exactly, reassuring economists and investors that price pressure is under control. At the same time, fuel prices have surged at petrol stations and the S&P 500 index is increasingly concentrated in technology stocks. Signals of an economic slowdown abroad raise questions about the durability of the current bull market.

Should the NBP cut interest rates now that inflation has hit its target?

Bankier.pl · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Iron Man's first-appearance comic page sells for $3.875m — world record

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Iron Man's first-appearance comic page sells for $3.875m — world record

An original 1963 comic page by Don Heck featuring Iron Man's first-ever appearance sold at Heritage Auctions for $3.875 million (approx. 14 million PLN), setting a new world record for original comic art. The page beat the previous record holder by half a million dollars, with six bidders competing above the $3 million mark.

Are original comic book pages worth millions of dollars as works of art?

Bankier.pl · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Hyundai Product Days 2026 at Tor Jastrząb track reviewed

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Hyundai Product Days 2026 at Tor Jastrząb track reviewed

Bankier.pl attended Hyundai Product Days 2026 at the Tor Jastrząb circuit, testing the brand's latest models. Hyundai has been steadily growing its share of the European market in recent years. The piece is a report from the event hosted by Hyundai Polska.

Does Hyundai deserve to be considered one of the best brands on the European market?

Bankier.pl · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Index Ventures co-founder: AI fortunes will be redistributed, voluntarily or not

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Index Ventures co-founder: AI fortunes will be redistributed, voluntarily or not

Neil Rimer, co-founder of venture capital firm Index Ventures, predicts that the historic wealth being generated by AI in Silicon Valley will inevitably be redistributed — either voluntarily or by force. He argues that the unprecedented concentration of capital driven by AI will trigger significant social and political pressure. Rimer did not specify an exact mechanism for how that redistribution would occur.

Should governments redistribute wealth generated by AI companies?

TechCrunch · 46min ago · Source ↗

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Baltic amber eases pain and stress thanks to succinic acid, found on Polish beaches

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Baltic amber eases pain and stress thanks to succinic acid, found on Polish beaches

Baltic amber contains succinic acid, credited with pain-relieving and stress-reducing properties. The stones can be found on Polish Baltic Sea beaches, especially after storms. The popularity of amber as a natural wellness remedy is growing, although scientific evidence for its therapeutic effects remains limited.

Does Baltic amber have scientifically proven health benefits?

RMF24 · 49min ago · Source ↗

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US completes seventh round of strikes on Iran; Tehran fires rockets at Gulf states

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US completes seventh round of strikes on Iran; Tehran fires rockets at Gulf states

US Central Command completed its seventh round of airstrikes on Iran, targeting reconnaissance facilities, logistics infrastructure and underground weapons depots. Iran retaliated by firing rockets at several Gulf states. The situation in the Middle East remains highly tense following the latest exchange of strikes.

Should the US continue its airstrikes on Iran?

Interia Fakty · 1h ago · Source ↗

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