Niemann Wins Warsaw Rapid & Blitz, Bypasses Controversy
US grandmaster Hans Niemann won the $50,000 first prize at the Warsaw Rapid & Blitz, his biggest career success, despite past cheating allegations involving Magnus Carlsen.
US grandmaster Hans Niemann won the $50,000 first prize at the Warsaw Rapid & Blitz, his biggest career success, despite past cheating allegations involving Magnus Carlsen.
Warsaw has registered its first same-sex marriage, following EU and Polish court rulings requiring recognition of same-sex marriages performed abroad.
NATO scrambled fighter jets in Poland as Russian drone strikes hit Ukraine, escalating tensions after a three-day ceasefire. A Shahed drone exploded in Lutsk.
AKS Zły, a grassroots fan-owned club in Warsaw, challenges Poland's aggressive nationalist fan culture, promoting inclusivity amid a presidency linked to past fan brawls.
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RecommendedPoland's security service warns Russia is moving from low-cost recruits to professional sabotage networks, with 62 arrests in two years amid hybrid war.
A nine-day charity livestream by Polish influencer Latwogang raised £52 million for children with cancer, shattering records with over 1.4 million concurrent viewers.
A nine-day charity livestream by Polish influencer Latwogang raised £52 million for children with cancer, smashing records with support from celebrities like Iga Swiatek and Robert Lewandowski.
Dutch ex-punk Jozef Van Wissem, known for his film scores and collaborations with Jim Jarmusch, discusses his mission to modernize the lute and make it a pop instrument.
Warsaw authorities face criticism for killing 3,000 wild boars using lethal injections after sightings surged. Protests erupted, with residents and activists condemning the methods.
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RecommendedPolish Prime Minister Donald Tusk alleges a cryptocurrency company with Russian ties financially supported politicians from the former government and a CPAC event backing presidential candidate Karol Nawrocki.
Afghan migrants in Poland fear forced deportations to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan as the country suspends asylum applications, raising human rights concerns.
Hundreds of volunteers in Poland form a 'Frog Patrol' to help thousands of toads and frogs safely cross a dangerous road during their spring mating migration.
Poland's flagship 'Clean Air' initiative, crucial for reducing smog and household heating demand, is losing momentum, threatening public health and energy security amid global conflicts.
The Neon Museum in Warsaw has sparked a revival of interest in Cold War-era signs, attracting over 100,000 visitors yearly by restoring these historic symbols of hope and creativity.
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RecommendedPolish PM Donald Tusk and Irish PM Micheál Martin have denounced Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó's leaked audio with Russia's Lavrov as 'repulsive' and 'sinister', ahead of Hungary's pivotal election.
Poland faced a dramatic 150% increase in cyberattacks during 2025, with a destructive December assault on energy infrastructure believed to be unprecedented in NATO and EU nations, suspected to originate from Russia.
Polish and allied fighter jets were scrambled as NATO issued its highest alert due to Russian Shahed drone activity near Ukraine, escalating tensions in Europe.
A Polish cleaner has been sentenced to six years for poisoning a colleague's tea with toxic chemicals over weeks, captured on hidden camera after the victim suffered severe internal burns.
Polish social media star Masza Graczykowsk was discovered deceased in her Warsaw apartment following an 18-month absence from online platforms. Authorities are investigating the case as involuntary manslaughter while ruling out suicide.
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RecommendedPolish influencer Masza Graczykowska, 25, was discovered deceased in her flat following an 18-month absence from social media. Authorities are investigating under involuntary manslaughter protocols.
A new automated drop-off system at Warsaw Zoo provides immediate care for injured wild birds, with climate change altering migration patterns and increasing patient numbers.
Poland's economy has surged from post-Communist poverty to become the world's 20th largest, offering key lessons in prosperity through EU integration, institutional reform, and entrepreneurship.
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has promised to find alternative routes to access 44 billion euros in EU defence loans after President Karol Nawrocki vetoed the enabling legislation, citing concerns over debt and dependency.
Polish Foreign Minister Radosław Sikorski warns that defending NATO's eastern flank from potential Russian aggression would require at least €1.2 trillion, highlighting the strategic importance of supporting Ukraine.
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RecommendedPolish border forces uncover sophisticated tunnels from Belarus used to smuggle migrants, part of Russia's hybrid warfare strategy to destabilise Europe amid Ukraine conflict.
Poland has officially withdrawn from the Ottawa Convention banning antipersonnel mines, announcing plans to produce and deploy them defensively along its eastern border with Russia and Belarus.
Poland withdraws from Ottawa Convention to deploy anti-personnel mines along its eastern border as part of East Shield defensive project against Russia and Belarus.
Polish President Karol Nawrocki advocates for joining a nuclear project to bolster national security against Russia, as European leaders discuss continental deterrence strategies independent of US reliance.
Polish authorities have issued comprehensive survival guides to all households as fears of global conflict escalate following Russian threats and border incursions.
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RecommendedJohn Healey delivers stark NATO warning during Warsaw visit, revealing UK's urgent military support for Ukraine as frontline defence against Russian aggression.