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Celebrating Maria Skłodowska-Curie: The Nobel Laureate Who Transformed Science and Inspired Generations

Today, on November 7, we celebrate the birthday of Maria Skłodowska-Curie, born in 1867 in Warsaw, Poland. Her pioneering research in physics and chemistry...

Poland’s Flavorful Tradition: Celebrating Pork Chop Day on November 7

In the vibrant landscape of Polish holidays, one day stands out for its unique culinary focus: November 7, known as "Pork Chop Day" or...

Warszawa M-20: Celebrating Poland’s First Mass-Produced Car

Seventy-three years ago, on November 6, 1951, Poland took a pivotal step toward industrial self-reliance when the first Warszawa M-20 rolled off the assembly...

Protecting Nature in Conflict: Marking the International Day Against Environmental Exploitation in War

Amid the armed conflict, the environment is a silent but significant casualty, bearing scars that may last far longer than the conflicts themselves. November...

Świątek Suffers First Tournament Loss as Gauff Clinches Decisive Victory

At the WTA Finals on Tuesday, Coco Gauff handed Iga Świątek her first defeat of the tournament, winning in straight sets 6-3, 6-4. Świątek,...

Chopin’s Exile: Remembering a Musical Legend on the Anniversary of His Departure from Poland

November 5 marks a poignant anniversary in the life of one of Poland's greatest composers, Frédéric Chopin. On this day in 1830, Chopin left...

Remembering Jerzy Duda-Gracz: A Tribute to a Visionary Artist 

On November 5, we honour the life and legacy of Jerzy Duda-Gracz, a significant figure in Polish art whose influence remains profound. Born on...

Celebrating 14 Years of Discovery: The Copernicus Science Centre’s Journey of Innovation and Exploration

Fourteen years ago, Warsaw’s Copernicus Science Centre opened its doors, quickly establishing itself as one of Europe’s premier destinations for scientific exploration. Named after...

Honouring Tytus Chałubiński: A Legacy of Medicine and Nature

Today marks the anniversary of Tytus Aureliusz Chałubiński's passing in 1889, a prominent figure whose influence on Polish medicine and appreciation for nature continue...

The Monument to the Scouts of September: A Lasting Tribute in Katowice

On September 4, 1983, Katowice unveiled the Monument to the Scouts of September to honour the brave Silesian scouts who resisted Nazi forces entering...

Hollywood Stars of Polish Descent: Gilda Gray

Gilda Gray, born Marianna Michalska on October 24, 1901, in Kraków, Poland, is a name synonymous with the 1920s dance craze known as the...

Iga Świątek Triumphs with a Comeback Victory in WTA Finals Opener

Iga Świątek returned to the WTA Finals with a thrilling three-set victory over Barbora Krejcikova, showing grit and precision in her first match after...

Katarzyna Piter Advances to Doubles Final in Jiujiang with Fanny Stollar

Katarzyna Piter of Poland, teamed with Hungary’s Fanny Stollar, has earned a place in the doubles final at the WTA 250 tournament in Jiujiang,...

Janina Porazińska: A Legacy of Children’s Literature and Cultural Dedication

Janina Porazińska, a celebrated Polish writer, editor, and translator, devoted her life to children’s literature and the preservation of Polish folklore. Born in 1882...

WTA Finals 2023 Begins: Świątek and Top Players Compete for the Coveted Title in Riyadh

The 2023 WTA Finals are underway in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where the world’s top eight female players are competing for the year’s most prestigious...

All Souls’ Day: A Global Day of Remembrance and Prayer for the Faithful Departed

Each year on November 2, Catholics worldwide observe All Souls’ Day, a solemn day dedicated to honouring and praying for those who have passed...

Saint John Paul II’s Ordination Anniversary: A Journey of Faith and Service

On November 1, 1946, in the Archbishop’s Palace chapel in Kraków, Karol Wojtyła entered the priesthood through an intimate ceremony led by Cardinal Adam...

Celebrating the Legacy of the Polish Table Tennis Association: 93 Years of Polish Table Tennis

On November 1, 2024, the Polish Table Tennis Association (Polski Związek Tenisa Stołowego, or PZTS) celebrates 93 years of promoting table tennis across Poland....

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On October 27th, we celebrate World Day for Audiovisual Heritage, an occasion dedicated to acknowledging the importance of preserving and safeguarding the invaluable sound and image recordings that document our past.

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