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last updated: 2026-05-22 16:03

Poland

Eight people were arrested in a corruption investigation involving the allocation of grants for digital innovations. The Catholic Church expressed concern over marriages and their transcription. A referendum will take place in Krakow on Sunday, with the incumbent mayor avoiding a debate. A fire broke out on a military base in Toruń, requiring the use of planes and helicopters to extinguish it. An ex-MP and former minister was among those arrested. A driver evaded police, crashed into a tree, which then fell onto a patrol car. A well drilling operation resulted in an explosion, damaging homes and leading to evacuations. Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa agreed on one-time payments for retiring miners. Donald Trump's decision to send 5,000 US soldiers to Poland was met with relief in Europe. Two childcare workers were charged with the death of a child in a nursery in Ząbki. A puma attacked a dog in Glendora, California. The fire on the military base in Toruń continued to be fought by strażacy and planes.

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Śledztwo w sprawie dotacji na innowacje. Osiem osób zatrzymanych TVN24
Eight individuals were arrested in an investigation into irregularities in grant allocation for digital innovations organized by Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju.
"Troska i niepokój". Episkopat zabrał głos ws. transkrypcji małżeństw Wirtualna Polska
The Catholic Church expressed concern over marriages and their transcription, urging the protection of the constitutional definition of marriage.
Od północy cisza referendalna, w niedzielę referendum TVN24
A referendum will be held in Krakow on Sunday, with the incumbent mayor avoiding a debate.
Pożar na poligonie w Toruniu. W akcji gaśniczej samoloty i śmigłowiec Polsat News
A fire broke out on a military base in Toruń, requiring the use of planes and helicopters to extinguish it.
Tak się kończy "Szybka ścieżka". CBA zatrzymało osiem osób ws. NCBiR RMF24
An ex-MP and former minister was among those arrested in an investigation into irregularities in grant allocation for digital innovations organized by Narodowe Centrum Badań i Rozwoju.
Uciekał przed policją, uderzył w drzewo, a to przewróciło się na radiowóz TVN24
A driver evaded police, crashed into a tree, which then fell onto a patrol car.
Mieli szukać wody, znaleźli ogień. Wybuch w tajemniczym odwiercie Interia Fakty
A well drilling operation resulted in an explosion, damaging homes and leading to evacuations.
Odprawy dla górników w JSW. Skorzystają tysiące osób TVN24
Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa agreed on one-time payments for retiring miners.

World

The World faces a new epidemic of Ebola as the WHO raises the risk level to 'very high'. The conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, with Ukrainian drones reaching even Moscow. The United States unveils more UFO documents, while Europe imposes sanctions on Iran over the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, NATO's article 5 remains firm, and a new threat emerges from the ocean floor as Russia is reportedly developing a secret project involving nuclear weapons. In cultural news, Metallica's journey to trash metal stardom is explored, while Mel Gibson's 'The Resurrection of the Christ' faces delays. Finally, the trial of Jacek Kurski's son begins in Poland, and fans of Agnieszka Chylińska celebrate her 50th birthday with a special quiz. The world is changing rapidly, and these events showcase the complexities and challenges we face today. It is crucial for us to stay informed and engaged as global issues continue to unfold. These stories highlight the interconnectedness of our world and the need for cooperation and understanding among nations.

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Epidemia eboli. WHO podnosi poziom ryzyka do "bardzo wysokiego" TVN24
The World Health Organization (WHO) has raised the risk level of the Ebola outbreak to 'very high,' indicating a significant threat to global health.
Wojna zbliża się do Moskwy. "To dopiero początek" TVN24
The conflict in Ukraine continues to escalate, with Ukrainian drones reaching even Moscow, raising concerns about the safety of Russian elites.
Najdłużej żyjący znany kręgowiec. Jego możliwy wiek zdumiewa RMF24
The United States has unveiled more UFO documents, sparking debate and curiosity about the nature of these mysterious phenomena.
USA odtajniły kolejne dokumenty na temat UFO. Nagrania obiegły sieć Onet Wiadomości
Europe has imposed sanctions on Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting tensions in the region and the need for diplomatic solutions.
Ukraińskie drony nad państwami bałtyckimi. Łotewscy eksperci: Rosja może używać AI Onet Wiadomości
NATO's article 5 remains firm, with Secretary General Mark Rutte reaffirming the alliance's commitment to collective defense.
Nowe zagrożenie z dna oceanu. Media o tajnym projekcie Rosji Interia Fakty
A new threat emerges from the ocean floor as Russia is reportedly developing a secret project involving nuclear weapons, raising concerns about global security.
Mark Rutte: artykuł 5 NATO pozostaje niezachwiany Wirtualna Polska
Metallica's journey to trash metal stardom is explored in a fragment of a book, offering insight into the band's early years and their rise to fame.
Europa rozszerza sankcje wobec Iranu. Chodzi o sytuację w Ormuzie Onet Wiadomości
Mel Gibson's 'The Resurrection of the Christ' faces delays, with the first part set to premiere on May 6, 2027.