Professor Piotr Oczko, a lecturer at the Jagiellonian University in Kraków, has died at the age of 53. He was a distinguished scholar of Dutch, English and Polish studies, as well as an art historian, writer and translator. Oczko was widely regarded as one of Poland's leading experts on Dutch culture and history.
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A major forest fire is burning in Müritz National Park in the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern, near the Polish border. Firefighters discovered unexploded munitions buried underground, forcing a drastic change to their rescue plan. Loud explosions are being heard as the fire continues to spread across the area.
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The unrealised profit on gold held by Poland's central bank (NBP), cited as the basis of the "Polish SAFE 0 percent" scheme, has shrunk by over PLN 65 billion since February. Despite this drop, the figure remains significantly higher than it was two or three years ago. The gold profit represents only part of the NBP's overall financial result.
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The United States men's volleyball team defeated Brazil 3-0 in three sets in the Volleyball Nations League. The favoured Americans dominated throughout, leaving their rivals little chance despite high expectations for the contest. The match turned out to be far less dramatic than anticipated.
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A crunchy salad featuring pasta as its key ingredient has become a viral hit on social media. The addition of pasta gives the dish a distinctive texture that sets it apart from classic salads. The recipe is praised for its simplicity and the flexibility it offers when combining ingredients.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping called for greater international cooperation on artificial intelligence at a major conference in Shanghai on Friday. He warned that AI development and governance should not be dominated by any single country. His remarks come as Chinese AI companies increasingly challenge US rivals and global concerns grow over AI's potential military, cyber and terrorist misuse.
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Romanian travel influencers from the Aventurescu channel visited Sopot on the Polish Baltic coast to escape the scorching heat in Bucharest. Their video report from the trip gained nearly 10,000 views within just a few days of being published. The creators were visibly charmed by the Polish seaside resort.
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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.
The NAM Smart Flawless caviar foundation, designed for normal, dry and sensitive skin, is available at Rossmann for PLN 35.99 instead of PLN 67.99 until 22 July 2026. It offers full coverage, a smoothing effect and a matte yet radiant finish. The product is particularly effective at concealing discolouration and skin imperfections.
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The survival horror game Alien: Isolation, set between the first and second Alien films, is praised as the franchise's best non-Weaver instalment, with Amanda Ripley (Ellen's daughter) as its lead. The article argues she proves the Ripley legacy works without Sigourney Weaver's presence. The broader Alien franchise has expanded via Ridley Scott's prequels, Alien: Romulus, and the TV series Alien: Earth. The author considers Alien: Isolation ripe for a screen adaptation.
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Brazilian aerospace company Embraer has delivered the first C-390 Millennium military transport aircraft to the Czech Air Force. The delivery marks a significant upgrade for Czech air power, adding the modern jet-powered tactical transport to its fleet. The C-390 Millennium can carry up to 26 tonnes of cargo and is capable of air-dropping troops and equipment.
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India's theatrical market hit a record $1.48BN in box office revenue in 2025, making it one of the few Asian markets to surpass pre-pandemic levels. The boom was driven by a string of Hindi-language hits, defying the global slowdown caused by streaming growth and the shrinking Hollywood pipeline. PVR Inox executive Sanjeev Kumar Bijli discussed the results, cinema expansion plans and acquisitions from Cannes.
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A new UN report warns that AI energy consumption could double by 2030. By the end of the decade, AI data centres may require more water for cooling than the entire global population drinks in a year. The findings raise urgent concerns about AI's growing strain on natural resources and power grids worldwide.
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Volkswagen has unveiled the production version of the all-electric ID. Cross crossover, blending modern EV technology with nostalgic styling inspired by classic VW models. The most powerful variant delivers 211 hp and a range of up to 426 km. Volkswagen hopes the ID. Cross will become the flagship electric model in its lineup.
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US federal health officials are investigating iceberg lettuce supplied by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell as a possible source of a cyclosporiasis outbreak. The parasitic illness, caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, leads to symptoms including severe, "explosive" diarrhoea. The outbreak is believed to be concentrated in Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia and Kentucky. The Taylor Farms link was reported by the Washington Post and CNN, citing unnamed sources familiar with the investigation.
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Bitcoin futures traders are the primary force behind the cryptocurrency's current price movement. Liquidation heatmap data is being used by analysts to identify where BTC's price may head next, with liquidity clusters acting as key directional signals. The interplay between futures flows and liquidation zones is seen as the main driver of Bitcoin's near-term trajectory.
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While the events of Homer's "Odyssey" cannot be historically verified, much of the epic's content aligns with archaeological and historical evidence from the Bronze Age. Scholars debate whether the legendary hero Odysseus was based on a real person. The question remains open, but archaeological clues suggest some historical basis may underlie the myth.
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Netflix's new 8-episode miniseries "I Will Find You," based on Harlan Coben's work, continues the successful collaboration between the author and the streamer that began with a first-look deal in 2018. The show maintains the suspense and tone that have made Coben's adaptations consistently addictive. Critics say it confirms Coben's status as the mainstream king of crime dramas.
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A major wildfire in the province of Zaragoza in Aragon, Spain, has already burned 7,600 hectares of land. Authorities describe the situation as critical, with the firefighting effort expected to continue for several days. Strong winds are significantly hampering efforts to bring the blaze under control.
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Katarzyna Piter, partnering Eudice Chong, has advanced to the doubles semi-finals at the WTA 250 tournament in Athens. The pair defeated Madeleine Brooks and Isabelle Haverlag without dropping a set. It is another straight-sets victory for the Polish player at this event.
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Poland's foreign trade deficit is set to deepen further in 2026, driven primarily by strong import growth as the domestic economy expands. Analysts note that export weakness is largely due to sluggish demand in Western Europe rather than a structural Polish problem. The trade balance, while notably negative, is not yet considered alarming in this context. Whether the widening gap will become cause for concern depends on how long Western economies remain subdued.
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Poland is emerging as a major European hub for data centre infrastructure, driving up demand for electricity and cooling water. An innovative opportunity is also taking shape: waste heat from servers could be fed into urban district heating networks. Experts say this could significantly reshape Poland's heat market, blending digital infrastructure with city heating systems.
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