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last updated: 2026-05-23 08:03

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Robert Lewandowski bids farewell to FC Barcelona in his final match against Valencia, while Łotwa welcomes the decision of sending 5,000 US troops to Poland as a 'surprise and relief'. The Polish elites' vacation spots from 100 years ago are explored, and the first three F-35 jets arrive in Poland. Meanwhile, Boeing is acquitted of hiding safety issues with its 737 MAX planes leased by LOT, and Prokurator Generalny Waldemar Żurek zawiesza Tomasz Janeczek for six months. The Head exhibition reimagines Edward Dwurnik's work through a dialogue with Japanese artist Rikako Kawauchi, and TVN24 celebrates its presence in Mińsk Mazowiecki with live programs and discussions on various topics. In addition, new guidelines for transcription of same-sex marriage certificates are published in the Journal of Laws, and two childcare workers face charges following a tragic incident in a Ząbki nursery. The day ends with a mix of sports, politics, culture, and social issues, reflecting the diverse landscape of Poland.

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To już koniec. Przed nami ostatni mecz Lewandowskiego w Barcelonie RMF24
Robert Lewandowski plays his last match for FC Barcelona against Valencia, marking the end of his three-year tenure with the club.
"Zaskoczenie i ulga". Tak za granicą reagują na decyzję ws. Polski Wirtualna Polska
Latvia welcomes the decision to send 5,000 US troops to Poland as a 'surprise and relief' for the eastern flank of NATO.
Tak polskie elity wypoczywały 100 lat temu Onet Wiadomości
A century ago, Polish elites enjoyed vacation spots such as Zakopane, Druskienniki, Krynica, and Sopot as part of their social status and adventure.
F-35 już w Polsce, zarzuty po tragedii w żłobku, nowy wzór odpisu aktu małżeństwa TVN24
The first three F-35 jets arrive in Poland's Łask base, while Boeing is acquitted of hiding safety issues with its 737 MAX planes leased by LOT.
Ta wystawa zmienia sposób patrzenia na Edwarda Dwurnika. Polski mistrz i artystka z Tokio w jednym dialogu Kultura Onet
The Head exhibition presents a dialogue between Edward Dwurnik's work and Japanese artist Rikako Kawauchi, reimagining the Polish artist's oeuvre.
TVN24 w Mińsku Mazowieckim. "Czekamy bardzo na państwa" TVN24
TVN24 celebrates its presence in Mińsk Mazowiecki with live programs, reporter behind-the-scenes, meetings with hosts, and discussions on politics, climate, education, and media.
Widzimy się w Mińsku Mazowieckim. Kolejny przystanek na urodzinowej trasie TVN24 TVN24
TVN24 continues its birthday tour to Mazowsze, stopping in Mińsk Mazowiecki for live programs, reporter behind-the-scenes, meetings with hosts, and discussions on various topics.

World

President Donald Trump publishes a controversial graphic depicting himself gazing at Greenland, reigniting talk of annexation. The EU's Foreign Minister accepts Italy's request to discuss potential sanctions against Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir for his inflammatory comments. A new 471-meter skyscraper is set to rise in Manhattan, becoming the third tallest building in New York City. Devils Tower, a sacred site for Native Americans and a popular climbing destination, reveals its 50 million-year-old secrets. As the summer approaches, bees, wasps, and hornets become increasingly visible, prompting concerns about potential encounters. A chemical storage tank in Garden Grove, California, overheats, leading to the evacuation of 40,000 people. Ukrainian military expert Oleg Zhdanov discusses the possibility of Russia's final push on the battlefield. A tragic fire and explosion at a New York City shipyard results in one death and over 30 injuries. The Pentagon releases new documents about UFO sightings, including an account from a high-ranking US intelligence officer. Activists detained by Israel describe their harrowing experiences of torture and humiliation.

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