Polish Finance Ministry: no budget room for pay rises for civil servants

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Polish Finance Ministry: no budget room for pay rises for civil servants

Poland's Ministry of Finance has stated that there is no room in the budget for new expenditure in the coming years, particularly for pay rises in the public administration. The ministry's position was set out in comments on a draft law that would have increased state budget funding. The decision may effectively mean civil servants' wages remain frozen at current levels.

Should civil servants receive pay rises despite the tight budget situation?

Rzeczpospolita · 1d ago · Source ↗

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Minimalism in the wrong place: when functional design fails

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Minimalism in the wrong place: when functional design fails

Modern functional design has long been dominated by minimalism, but the trend doesn't always serve users well. Some designers become so focused on their own vision that they overlook the practical strengths of the spaces or objects they are redesigning. The piece argues that every style has its time and place, and not every minimalist project should be pursued.

Is minimalism in functional design overrated?

Focus.pl · 4min ago · Source ↗

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World Cup drove 2.8 million new sign-ups to Fox One streamer in June

The FIFA World Cup drove 2.8 million new subscriber sign-ups to the Fox One streaming service in June 2025, including 400,000 on opening day, June 11 alone, according to data from research firm Antenna released Tuesday. The tournament, which ran for five weeks, broke viewing records throughout its run and gave a major boost to the fledgling streamer.

Are major sports events the most effective tool for gaining streaming subscribers?

Deadline · 4min ago · Source ↗

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Black Doves producer Sister Group turns profit for first time in a decade

UK production company Sister Group, known for Black Doves and The Woman in Cabin 10, has turned a profit for the first time in ten years. CFO Chris Fry told Deadline the company "refocused on its strengths" in 2025 following the closure of its US hub. Sister Group says it is now entering its "next phase" of development.

Was closing its US hub the right call for Sister Group?

Deadline · 4min ago · Source ↗

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Polish science in exile — how polonium earned a place in the periodic table

Over a century without statehood forced Polish scientists to work abroad, creating a remarkable tradition of Polish science in exile. The most enduring symbol of this legacy is Marie Skłodowska-Curie's discovery of polonium — an element whose name permanently inscribed Poland into the periodic table. The piece frames this history as a scientific declaration of independence.

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How US culture wars undermined global HIV prevention — condoms, PrEP and testing at risk

In January 2003, President George W. Bush stunned allies by announcing a $15 billion global HIV-fighting plan, two months before the Iraq invasion. Over time, however, ideological restrictions on condoms, PrEP, and HIV testing undermined the programme's effectiveness. The article traces how American culture-war politics shaped — and in many cases damaged — global sexual health policy.

Did ideological restrictions in health programmes do more harm than good in the fight against HIV?

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The real-life inspirations behind Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea'

Ernest Hemingway is believed to have drawn inspiration for The Old Man and the Sea from a Cuban fisherman he encountered, as well as from his own deep passion for and struggles with fishing. The novel, which earned Hemingway the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954, is widely considered one of his masterworks. The piece explores how the author's real-life experiences shaped the celebrated novella.

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Polish tourists on all-inclusive holidays: "They thought they'd bought the staff"

Agnieszka, who worked as an entertainer at five-star hotels in Turkey, Egypt and Greece, describes the behaviour of Polish tourists on all-inclusive holidays. Some arrived drunk, queued for free alcohol before even getting their room key, and treated staff as though they had purchased them. The phenomenon was notable among wealthier guests who felt entitled to everything included in their package.

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Pokémon GO turns 10 — new mechanics, improved gyms and multi-generational play planned

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Pokémon GO turns 10 — new mechanics, improved gyms and multi-generational play planned

Pokémon GO is celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2025, a decade after the GPS and augmented-reality game took the world by storm in 2016. The game recently took over Times Square during a New York event, fulfilling a promise from its original launch trailer. Niantic has announced plans for new gameplay mechanics, improved gyms, and features aimed at attracting multiple generations of players.

Can Pokémon GO stay popular for another 10 years?

Eurogamer · 4min ago · Source ↗

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Banks win 80% of free-credit-sanction cases following TSUE ruling

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Banks win 80% of free-credit-sanction cases following TSUE ruling

Since the EU Court of Justice (TSUE) ruling in April, around 6,600 complaints related to the free credit sanction (SKD) have been filed against banks in Poland. Courts have issued roughly 1,500 verdicts, with nearly 80% favouring the banking sector, according to Polish Bank Association deputy president Agnieszka Wachnicka. Banks will nonetheless need to adjust their interest income as contracts are brought in line with the TSUE interpretation.

Are banks right to win the majority of free-credit-sanction disputes?

Bankier.pl · 22min ago · Source ↗

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Fan converted a Mazda MX-5 into a Cyberpunk 2077 car – complete with cyberdeck inside

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Fan converted a Mazda MX-5 into a Cyberpunk 2077 car – complete with cyberdeck inside

A Cyberpunk 2077 fan converted a Mazda MX-5 into a real-world car inspired by the game's Night City aesthetic. The vehicle features neon details and a cyberpunk-themed exterior, while the interior includes a prop styled as an in-game "cyberdeck." The build was documented in a series of videos and quickly attracted online attention.

Do fan builds like this enrich gaming culture?

GRYOnline · 28min ago · Source ↗

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Baltic storms batter Polish coast with winds up to 100 km/h near Vistula Spit

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Baltic storms batter Polish coast with winds up to 100 km/h near Vistula Spit

Further powerful storms have hit the Polish Baltic coast near the Vistula Spit. Strong winds began early Tuesday morning, reaching speeds of up to 100 km/h in some areas. The summer has proved particularly unfriendly to holidaymakers at Poland's seaside resorts this year.

Is the Polish Baltic coast still an attractive holiday destination despite frequent storms?

WP Turystyka · 38min ago · Source ↗

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Ukraine in political crisis as protests over defence minister Fedorov's dismissal enter day five

Street protests continued for a fifth consecutive day in Ukraine on July 19, following the dismissal of Defence Minister Mykhailo Fedorov. The 35-year-old minister, credited by many young Ukrainians with innovative drone tactics that boosted battlefield performance, was fired after repeated clashes with Army chief General Oleksandr Syrsky. President Volodymyr Zelensky is now working to defuse the political crisis and restore unity to the military.

Was Zelensky right to dismiss Defence Minister Fedorov?

France 24 · 41min ago · Source ↗

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Deposed Turkish opposition leader announces new party to challenge Erdoğan

The deposed leader of Turkey's main opposition party has announced plans to form a new political party to challenge President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The announcement signals a fresh attempt to build an alternative to both the ruling AKP and the existing opposition structure. No details on the party's programme or registration timeline were disclosed.

Does the new opposition party have a real chance of challenging Erdoğan at the polls?

ABC News · 41min ago · Source ↗

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Sabbatical leave: the middle-class dream that comes with real sacrifices

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Sabbatical leave: the middle-class dream that comes with real sacrifices

A growing number of Polish middle-class workers are taking sabbaticals — multi-month breaks from work to rest and rethink their careers. Anna took one after 14 years of intense work, despite her family's bewilderment. Those who have done it say the break demands real financial and social sacrifices.

Is taking a multi-month sabbatical a good career decision?

Newsweek Polska · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Aztec upgrades to V5, adding private execution to decentralised Ethereum L2

Aztec Network has released its V5 alpha upgrade, centred on "client-side proving" — enabling computationally intensive zero-knowledge proofs to run on everyday devices like phones and laptops. The update adds a full private execution environment to Aztec's decentralised Ethereum Layer 2 network. The move aims to bring stronger transaction privacy without relying on centralised infrastructure.

Will private execution environments on L2 networks genuinely improve crypto user security?

The Block · 44min ago · Source ↗

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Cherry dumplings made with quark dough — no boiled potatoes needed

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Cherry dumplings made with quark dough — no boiled potatoes needed

This summer take on Polish dumplings uses a light quark-based dough instead of the traditional potato dough, cutting preparation time significantly. The quark pastry is lighter and skips the step of boiling and cooling potatoes. The recipe includes a step-by-step video guide and a full ingredient list.

WP Kuchnia · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Nell Tiger Free, Gemma Arterton and Bill Nighy to Star in "Portrait of a Lady" Series

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Nell Tiger Free, Gemma Arterton and Bill Nighy to Star in "Portrait of a Lady" Series

PBS and BBC are producing a six-part adaptation of Henry James's classic novel "The Portrait of a Lady." Nell Tiger Free, known from "The First Omen," will play the lead role of Isabel Archer, alongside Gemma Arterton and Bill Nighy. The story follows a spirited young American woman who inherits a fortune and travels to Europe in search of independence.

Is Nell Tiger Free the right choice to play Isabel Archer?

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Celtic and Rangers charged by SFA over Scottish Cup trouble at Ibrox

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Celtic and Rangers charged by SFA over Scottish Cup trouble at Ibrox

The Scottish Football Association has filed disciplinary charges against both Celtic and Rangers following the trouble that erupted after their Scottish Cup match at Ibrox. Both clubs now face a disciplinary hearing before the SFA. The exact nature of the incidents cited in the charges has not been detailed publicly.

Should the SFA punish clubs for fan behaviour off the pitch?

Sky Sports Football · 4min ago · Source ↗

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TIFF expands Platform competition to 12 films for 2025 edition

The Toronto International Film Festival has expanded its Oscar-qualifying Platform competition to 12 films for its upcoming edition, running September 10–20, 2025. Now in its eleventh year, the strand has alumni including Barry Jenkins (Moonlight), Darius Marder (Sound of Metal) and William Oldroyd (Lady Macbeth). Director Amma Asante is among the announced jury members.

Will expanding the Platform competition strengthen TIFF's international standing?

Deadline · 4min ago · Source ↗

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Ex-Forza Horizon 5 director: Xbox Game Pass was a good idea but too few people subscribed

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Ex-Forza Horizon 5 director: Xbox Game Pass was a good idea but too few people subscribed

Mike Brown, former director on Forza Horizon 5 at Playground Games, has weighed in on Xbox's current struggles, saying Game Pass was a sound idea in theory but "the reality is not enough people have subscribed." Brown suggests the shortfall in subscribers has had a negative impact on Microsoft's broader gaming strategy and the Xbox brand overall.

Has Xbox Game Pass hurt the Xbox brand more than it has helped it?

Eurogamer · 5min ago · Source ↗

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Endurance sports can make you a better researcher, scientists say

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Endurance sports can make you a better researcher, scientists say

A piece published in Nature outlines seven lessons from endurance sports that can improve a researcher's work in the lab. One key tip is the "24-hour rule" — waiting a full day before reacting to a setback or failure. The author argues that mental strategies honed through sport translate directly into better scientific practice.

Should endurance sports be part of scientific researcher training?

Nature · 34min ago · Source ↗

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