Ceremonies at the memorial to the 1944 Warsaw Uprising insurgents who fought in the Mokotow district of the Polish capital commenced Monday's observances marking the 78th anniversary of the city's revolt against its Nazi-German occupants.
US House of Representatives Speaker Nancy Pelosi is expected to visit Taiwan on Tuesday, August 2. It’s going to be part of her tour of Asia. The Chinese foreign ministry again warned the USA during its briefing.
On September 6, the Golebiewski Hotel in Karpacz will host the 31st edition of the Economic Forum, which is the largest conference in Central and Eastern Europe. All thanks to the Institute for Eastern Studies Foundation that, once again, organizes this unique happening in cooperation with the city of Karpacz and the Lower Silesia Voivodeship. This year’s motto is „Europe in the face of New Challenges.”
The Russians continue to shell civilian targets in Ukraine. Last night rockets fell among others on Kharkiv, Nikopol and Mykolaiv. Despite that, there is also good information. The first ships to carry grain from Ukraine, through the Bosporus Strait are in the black sea awaiting further instructions.
"Close relations between Poland and the United States are one of the pillars of Poland's security, but also the security of the North Atlantic Alliance countries on NATO's eastern flank. These relations are embedded in deep history, and one of the symbols of these relations is the figure of Tadeusz Kościuszko - a hero of two nations: the Polish nation and the American one," Mariusz Błaszczak, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense, said during the ceremony of naming a distinguished name for the U.S. V Corps Forward Division Command in Poland.
On this day, two amazing achievements took place. First, 94 years ago, Halina Konopacka won the first gold medal for Poland at the Amsterdam 1928 Olympics. Also, on this day, 90 years ago, the legendary Polish athlete Janusz Kusocinski won the Olympic gold medal in the 10000-metre run in Los Angeles.
Not a fetus, but several bundles are in the pelvis of a female mummy presented at the National Museum in Warsaw, a team of scientists have proved. One of the bundles probably contains a mummified organ. The alleged pregnancy is the result of computer illusion and misinterpretation, the researchers believe.
Who was the man who, according to IPN files, registered Jan Wejchert as a secret collaborator with the Security Service (known as SB in Poland) and acted as his officer in charge and supported the establishment of the ITI Group? As ‘Gazeta Polska’ has found out, Waldemar Więckowski graduated from the KGB Higher School in Moscow in the mid-1980s, and later maintained official contacts with KGB officers from the Soviet Army unit in Rembertów.
Polish singer, songwriter, actress and producer. One of the best well-known women in Poland. One of the most talented businesswomen in Poland. Doda will represent Poland at OGAE Song Contest 2022 with ‘Fake love.’
There were no surprises in the match between the two Polish women in the first round of the WTA tournament on the courts in Warsaw. World No.1 Iga Świątek defeated Magdalena Fręch 6:1, 6:2. Her next opponent was also Romanian Gabriela Lee, whom she also defeated 6:3, 6:2 in the 1/8 finals of the WTA tournament on the courts in Warsaw.
The visit to Poland by the head of Germany's largest opposition party, Friedrich Merz, made a good impression. He spoke differently in comparison to Angela Merkel or current Chancellor Olaf Scholz, who, at the time of the biggest embarrassment of German politics since 1945, suggests that his country should take responsibility for Europe. After that, I think the saying "insolent as a German" will be remembered for good.
TVN decided to address several questions to the editorial office of 'Gazeta Polska' regarding the materials published as part of the email pseudo-affair, which in practice is the realization of the scenario of the Kremlin-led 'Ghostwriter' operation. In response to the hoax, 'Gazeta Polska' and Tomasz Sakiewicz decided to ask TVN why it gives credence to this targeted operation by Russian and Belarusian services against Poland.
After 155 days of the war, Ukraine will not rest until it has liberated all of its lands from the Russian invaders. The Ukrainian counteroffensive against the Russian-controlled Kherson in southern Ukraine is gaining momentum. This morning, Russian forces launched a large-scale missile attack on Ukraine from Belarusian territory.
Those in power want the Elbląg port to be given the status of a port of fundamental importance to the national economy, and the state treasury is to have control over it. “The state treasury's financial and capital involvement in Elbląg will bring tangible benefits to Elblag,” Deputy Minister of State Assets Andrzej Śliwka says. A maritime office is also to be established in the city.
Russian troops are preparing to face a counteroffensive by Ukrainian forces in the Kherson region. Ukrainian forces fired on the Antonov Bridge in Kherson....
State budget revenues in January-June this year amounted to around PLN 263.6 billion and expenditures to PLN 235.9 billion, the Finance Ministry said. The budget surplus after June amounted to PLN 27.7 billion. Medium-sized and large companies earned the most from the state budget, with CIT revenues increasing by more than 40 per cent. This means that it is not inflation that generates the main revenues.
Framework agreements have been signed, which will significantly strengthen the Polish armed forces. This strengthening is extremely important because of the situation on our eastern border. We do not have time, we cannot wait. We have to arm the Polish Army - Mariusz Błaszczak, deputy prime minister, and head of the Ministry of National Defence said during the approval of contracts for South Korean military equipment.
The Beskidy Highlanders’ Week of Culture is a major international folklore festival. It was initiated by cultural activists and folklore lovers from Wisła. It was in 1964 that Beskidy Highlander’s Week of Culture was held for the first time. It was a response to the need of highlanders to meet in a festive, friendly atmosphere, play music together, dance, share their cultural wealth and talk about ‘highland’ topics. As it soon turned out, Wisła’s idea inspired activists from other Beskid towns and so the festival began to grow.
As Easter draws near, kitchens across Poland are bustling with the aroma of freshly baked delights. Among the cherished treats adorning family tables, the Polish pound cake stands as a timeless favourite. Today, join us as we unveil the secrets to crafting this beloved delicacy, ensuring your Easter celebration is imbued with the essence of Polish tradition. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey with Poland Daily 24!
The sweet praline-flavoured delicacy with an alcoholic filling. To make them, you need a special beehive mould which you fill with any cream. There can be lots of ideas and flavourings, but here's a version that is probably the most popular and well-loved nutty hives.