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International Space Station welcomes its first astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary
Read full article: International Space Station welcomes its first astronauts from India, Poland and HungaryThe first astronauts in more than 40 years from India, Poland and Hungary have arrived at the International Space Station, ferried there by SpaceX on a private flight.
Space station leak concerns will delay visit by astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary
Read full article: Space station leak concerns will delay visit by astronauts from India, Poland and HungaryA chartered spaceflight for India, Poland and Hungary's first astronauts in decades has been delayed indefinitely because of leak concerns at the International Space Station.
England booed after losing to Senegal for first defeat under coach Thomas Tuchel
Read full article: England booed after losing to Senegal for first defeat under coach Thomas TuchelEngland left the field to boos after a 3-1 loss to Senegal in a friendly which marked the first defeat of Thomas Tuchel’s tenure as coach.
The election of a Trump ally in Poland could alter EU and Ukraine policies
Read full article: The election of a Trump ally in Poland could alter EU and Ukraine policiesPoland has elected Karol Nawrocki, a nationalist conservative, as its next president — a win that signals a turn to the right in one of the European Union's member states.
Nawrocki's win turns Poland toward nationalism and casts doubt on Tusk's centrist government
Read full article: Nawrocki's win turns Poland toward nationalism and casts doubt on Tusk's centrist governmentConservative Karol Nawrocki’s victory in Poland’s presidential runoff has set the country on a more nationalist course.
Poland holds a presidential runoff election, which Trump has sought to influence
Read full article: Poland holds a presidential runoff election, which Trump has sought to influencePoland’s presidential election has come down to a stark ideological choice: a liberal pro-European mayor versus a staunch nationalist conservative.
Fan violence ahead of soccer final between Chelsea and Real Betis leads to 28 arrests
Read full article: Fan violence ahead of soccer final between Chelsea and Real Betis leads to 28 arrestsPolice say fan disorder ahead of a European soccer final between Chelsea and Real Betis in the Polish city of Wroclaw has led to 28 people being arrested.
Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen is forced into a draw in a showdown against ‘the world’
Read full article: Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen is forced into a draw in a showdown against ‘the world’Norwegian chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen was forced into a draw Monday by more than 143,000 people worldwide playing against him in a single, record-setting game.
Right-wing populists hopeful after first round of Polish presidential election
Read full article: Right-wing populists hopeful after first round of Polish presidential electionThere’s a long way to go yet in Poland’s presidential election, but Sunday’s first round was a good day for candidates on the right and far right.
Poland orders the Russian Consulate in Krakow closed after Moscow was blamed for a 2024 arson attack
Read full article: Poland orders the Russian Consulate in Krakow closed after Moscow was blamed for a 2024 arson attackPoland's foreign minister says he's ordering the closure of Russia’s Consulate in the southern city of Krakow.
Polish teen arrested in Greece over the brutal killing of a 16-year-old girl
Read full article: Polish teen arrested in Greece over the brutal killing of a 16-year-old girlAuthorities say a 17-year-old Polish student has been arrested in Greece in connection with the killing of a 16-year-old girl in Poland.
Poland's divisions on display as presidential candidates bicker in a live TV debate
Read full article: Poland's divisions on display as presidential candidates bicker in a live TV debateBickering and chaos were on display in a presidential debate in Poland as eight candidates met to discuss existential matters for this country on NATO’s eastern flank — including fears of Russia over its war in Ukraine and concerns about President Donald Trump’s commitment to Europe’s security.
Iga Swiatek is given extra security protection at the Miami Open after being harassed, report says
Read full article: Iga Swiatek is given extra security protection at the Miami Open after being harassed, report saysIga Swiatek has been given extra security protection at the Miami Open after being verbally attacked during a practice session by a man who had sent the five-time Grand Slam champion harassing messages via social media, according to BBC Sport.
Iga Swiatek discusses nearly hitting a ball boy and three weeks she spent crying daily last year
Read full article: Iga Swiatek discusses nearly hitting a ball boy and three weeks she spent crying daily last yearIga Swiatek has offered a revealing look at her emotional state in recent months and discussed online criticism she received for nearly hitting a ball boy during a match last week.
Polish leader offers actor Jesse Eisenberg military training to 'land the new James Bond role'
Read full article: Polish leader offers actor Jesse Eisenberg military training to 'land the new James Bond role'Poland’s prime minister has made a tongue-in-cheek offer to U_S_ actor and director Jesse Eisenberg, who recently gained Polish citizenship, to give him military training that would land him “the new James Bond role.”.
Emma Raducanu says she struggled to breathe after seeing 'fixated' man in the crowd
Read full article: Emma Raducanu says she struggled to breathe after seeing 'fixated' man in the crowdEmma Raducanu says she “couldn’t see the ball through tears” and struggled to breathe after spotting a man who was “fixated” on her during a match.
Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen broke a dress code with jeans. Now he's selling them for charity
Read full article: Chess grandmaster Magnus Carlsen broke a dress code with jeans. Now he's selling them for charityTop-ranked chess player Magnus Carlsen is turning his controversial denim into some greens — for charity.
Dubai police detain man who caused Raducanu distress at Dubai tournament
Read full article: Dubai police detain man who caused Raducanu distress at Dubai tournamentDubai police detained a man who caused Emma Raducanu distress by exhibiting “fixated behavior” toward the British star at a tennis tournament.
European leaders want a say in talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine. The US is brushing them off
Read full article: European leaders want a say in talks to end Russia's war in Ukraine. The US is brushing them offEuropean leaders have insisted their governments must have a say in talks between the U.S. and Russia to end the war in Ukraine, as both Moscow and Washington said there was no role for Europe in the negotiations that could shape the future of the continent.
Google hub in Poland to develop AI use in energy and cybersecurity sectors
Read full article: Google hub in Poland to develop AI use in energy and cybersecurity sectorsGoogle and Poland have signed a memorandum for developing the use of artificial intelligence in the country’s energy, cybersecurity and other sectors.
A wedding necklace and Polish dumplings will be part of a mission to the International Space Station
Read full article: A wedding necklace and Polish dumplings will be part of a mission to the International Space StationWhat do a wedding necklace, Polish savory dumplings and a photo of Hungary’s first astronaut have in common.
At Auschwitz memorial, survivors see echoes of the past in rising antisemitism
Read full article: At Auschwitz memorial, survivors see echoes of the past in rising antisemitismAuschwitz survivors have warned of the rising antisemitism and hatred in the modern world as they gathered with world leaders and European royalty on the 80th anniversary of the death camp’s liberation.
Auschwitz was liberated 80 years ago. The spotlight is on survivors as their numbers dwindle
Read full article: Auschwitz was liberated 80 years ago. The spotlight is on survivors as their numbers dwindleCommemorations are being held Monday to mark the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Auschwitz death camp by Soviet troops.
Lithuania vows to boost defense spending to 5-6% of GDP, citing the threat of Russian aggression
Read full article: Lithuania vows to boost defense spending to 5-6% of GDP, citing the threat of Russian aggressionLithuania's president says his country has made the decision to raise its spending on defense to between 5% and 6% of overall national economic output starting in 2026.
Poland's leader accuses Russia of planning acts of terror against 'airlines over the world'
Read full article: Poland's leader accuses Russia of planning acts of terror against 'airlines over the world'Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has accused Russia of planning acts of sabotage worldwide that included “acts of air terror” against airlines.
European defense heavyweights say meeting Trump's military spending target won't be easy
Read full article: European defense heavyweights say meeting Trump's military spending target won't be easyThe defense ministers of Europe’s five top military spenders say they intend to continue increasing their investments in defense but described President-elect Donald Trump’s challenge for them to raise spending to 5% of their overall economic output as extremely difficult.
Australian Open 2025: There really isn't much time off in the offseason for tennis players
Read full article: Australian Open 2025: There really isn't much time off in the offseason for tennis playersIf it seems as though the 2025 professional tennis year started pretty much immediately right after 2024 ended, that’s because that’s exactly what happens in a sport where the offseason really does not leave players much time to be “off.”.
Negotiations over the war in Ukraine could start 'in the winter,' Poland's leader Tusk says
Read full article: Negotiations over the war in Ukraine could start 'in the winter,' Poland's leader Tusk saysPolish Prime Minister Donald Tusk says negotiations over the war in neighboring Ukraine could start “in the winter” as his country prepares to take over the rotating presidency of the European Union on Jan. 1.
Fossilized dinosaur feces and vomit help scientists reconstruct the creatures' rise
Read full article: Fossilized dinosaur feces and vomit help scientists reconstruct the creatures' riseScientists are using used fossilized feces and vomit from Poland to reconstruct how dinosaurs came to dominate the Earth.
Swiatek helps Poland oust host Spain from Billie Jean King Cup Finals
Read full article: Swiatek helps Poland oust host Spain from Billie Jean King Cup FinalsIga Swiatek has beaten Paula Badosa in three sets and Poland leads host Spain by an insurmountable 2-0 in the opening round of the Billie Jean King Cup Finals in Malaga.
Western officials suspect Russia was behind a plot to put incendiary packages on cargo planes
Read full article: Western officials suspect Russia was behind a plot to put incendiary packages on cargo planesWestern security officials suspect Russia was behind a plot to put incendiary devices in packages on cargo planes bound for North America, including one that caught fire at a courier hub in Germany and another that ignited in a warehouse in England.
Warsaw opens a new modern art museum as it tries to leave Poland's communist legacy behind
Read full article: Warsaw opens a new modern art museum as it tries to leave Poland's communist legacy behindThe grand opening of new modern art museum designed by the American architect Thomas Phifer is taking place in the Polish capital, Warsaw.
South Korean president raises possibility of supplying Ukraine with arms
Read full article: South Korean president raises possibility of supplying Ukraine with armsSouth Korea’s president has raised the possibility of supplying Ukraine with weapons while stressing that his government “won’t sit idle” as North Korea allegedly sends troops to support Russia’s aggression toward its neighbor.
EU leaders look at ways to tighten their borders in the wake of a far-right surge
Read full article: EU leaders look at ways to tighten their borders in the wake of a far-right surgeEuropean Union leaders have lauded a groundswell of support for tightening their borders and making the bloc a more hostile destination for migrants and asylum seekers.
Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylum
Read full article: Poland's leader defends his decision to suspend the right to asylumHuman and civil rights groups are expressing concern after Poland's leader said he would suspend the right to asylum because of its alleged abuse by eastern neighbors Belarus and Russia.
Ronaldo scores again in Nations League win for perfect Portugal. Spain finds replacement for Rodri
Read full article: Ronaldo scores again in Nations League win for perfect Portugal. Spain finds replacement for RodriCristiano Ronaldo has scored his record-extending 133rd international goal to keep Portugal perfect in the Nations League with a 3-1 win over Poland while Spain struck late to edge Denmark 1-0.
Poland's leader plans to suspend the right to asylum as country faces pressure on Belarus border
Read full article: Poland's leader plans to suspend the right to asylum as country faces pressure on Belarus borderPoland’s leader says he plans to temporarily suspend the right to asylum as part of a new migration policy.
Floodwater reservoir becomes Poland's hero for preventing major flooding
Read full article: Floodwater reservoir becomes Poland's hero for preventing major floodingGrateful Poles are heaping praise to honor their silent hero that just saved them: a floodwater reservoir that spared the cities of Opole and Wroclaw from imminent flooding that ravaged parts of Central Europe.
Flood-hit regions in Central Europe will get billions in EU aid
Read full article: Flood-hit regions in Central Europe will get billions in EU aidEuropean Union chief Ursula von der Leyen has pledged billions of euros in aid for Central European countries that suffered enormous damage to infrastructure and housing during the massive flooding that has claimed 24 lives so far in the region.
Rising rivers threaten southern Poland as flooding recedes elsewhere in Central Europe
Read full article: Rising rivers threaten southern Poland as flooding recedes elsewhere in Central EuropeSoldiers and residents in southwestern Poland are laying sandbags near swollen rivers around the city of Wroclaw to protect homes and businesses after days of flooding across Central Europe.
Cities in Central Europe reinforce riverbanks ahead of more flooding
Read full article: Cities in Central Europe reinforce riverbanks ahead of more floodingSoldiers have dropped sandbags from military helicopters to reinforce river embankments and evacuated residents as the worst flooding in years spreads across Central Europe.
Central Europe flooding leaves 16 dead in Romania, Poland, Czech Republic and Austria
Read full article: Central Europe flooding leaves 16 dead in Romania, Poland, Czech Republic and AustriaExceptionally heavy rainfall has been pounding Central Europe and has prompted deadly flooding in the region, with four new deaths reported in Poland, three in Czech Republic and one in Romania.
Thousands attend an anti-government rally organized by Poland's main opposition party
Read full article: Thousands attend an anti-government rally organized by Poland's main opposition partyThousands of people have attended an anti-government rally organized by Poland’s nationalist conservative opposition party to boost support before next year’s presidential election.
Harris' suggestion that Poland could be next if Ukraine loses the war resonates with Poles
Read full article: Harris' suggestion that Poland could be next if Ukraine loses the war resonates with PolesU.S. Vice President Kamala Harris' warning that failing to support Ukraine could leave Poland and other countries open to attack by Russia is resonating in Poland.
Jewelry seized from Polish inmates of Nazi German concentration camp is returned to families
Read full article: Jewelry seized from Polish inmates of Nazi German concentration camp is returned to familiesRelatives of 12 Polish inmates of Nazi Germany’s concentration camps have received precious belongings seized from their kin during captivity.
Germany's expansion of border controls is testing European unity
Read full article: Germany's expansion of border controls is testing European unityThe German government says it is cracking down on irregular migration and crime following recent extremist attacks, and plans to extend temporary border controls to all nine of its frontiers next week.
How does the huge crowd for the pope's Mass in East Timor compare to others?
Read full article: How does the huge crowd for the pope's Mass in East Timor compare to others?The estimated crowd of 600,000 people Pope Francis' Mass in East Timor is nearly half of the small Southeast Asian country's population.
The EU buys too much defense equipment abroad, especially from the US, a major report says
Read full article: The EU buys too much defense equipment abroad, especially from the US, a major report saysEuropean Union countries are buying too much of their defense equipment abroad, much of it U.S.-made, and failing to invest in joint military projects, a landmark report is warning.
US Open: Jessica Pegula upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal
Read full article: US Open: Jessica Pegula upsets No. 1 Iga Swiatek to reach her first Grand Slam semifinalJessica Pegula has pulled off a major upset at the U.S. Open by beating No. 1-ranked Iga Swiatek 6-2, 6-4 to reach her first Grand Slam semifinal.
Poland holds a state burial for more than 700 victims of Nazi Germany's World War II massacres
Read full article: Poland holds a state burial for more than 700 victims of Nazi Germany's World War II massacresPoland has held a state burial of the remains of more than 700 victims of Nazi Germany’s World War II mass executions that were recently uncovered in the so-called Valley of Death in the country’s north.
Poland eases abortion access with new guidelines for doctors under a restrictive law
Read full article: Poland eases abortion access with new guidelines for doctors under a restrictive lawSeeking to Poland’s government is easing access to abortion for women needing to end a pregnancy for health reasons, issuing guidelines to doctors that reaffirm the legality of the procedure when based on medical recommendations.
Polish electoral body says former ruling party violated campaign rules, imposes penalty
Read full article: Polish electoral body says former ruling party violated campaign rules, imposes penaltyPoland’s electoral authority says that the former governing nationalist conservative party violated campaign funding rules in the 2023 parliamentary vote.
Tusk says he doesn't have the votes in parliament to liberalize Poland's strict abortion law
Read full article: Tusk says he doesn't have the votes in parliament to liberalize Poland's strict abortion lawPolish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has acknowledged that he does not have the backing in parliament to change the country's abortion law, which is among the most restrictive in Europe.
India's Modi urges efforts to end Ukraine war after talks in Poland
Read full article: India's Modi urges efforts to end Ukraine war after talks in PolandIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is urging diplomatic efforts to end the war in Ukraine during a visit to Poland, saying that no conflict can be solved on a battlefield.
India's Modi visits Poland for security and trade talks en route to war-torn Ukraine
Read full article: India's Modi visits Poland for security and trade talks en route to war-torn UkraineIndian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is visiting Poland for top-level security and trade talks before heading to neighboring Ukraine, which is at war with India’s strategic partner, Russia.
Niewiadoma wins women's Tour de France by 4 seconds overall after Alpe d’Huez thriller
Read full article: Niewiadoma wins women's Tour de France by 4 seconds overall after Alpe d’Huez thrillerPolish rider Kasia Niewiadoma has done just enough in a thrilling battle with Demi Vollering on the iconic Alpe d’Huez to win the women’s Tour de France by four seconds overall.
Poland showcases its growing army on a holiday that celebrates its historic defeat of the Red Army
Read full article: Poland showcases its growing army on a holiday that celebrates its historic defeat of the Red ArmyNATO member Poland is paying tribute to its historic victory over the Red Army by honoring fallen Poles and displaying its modern armed forces, which it hopes will deter the threat it sees in modern-day Russia.
Mbappé makes Madrid heavy favorite to repeat as Spanish league champion for 1st time in 17 years
Read full article: Mbappé makes Madrid heavy favorite to repeat as Spanish league champion for 1st time in 17 yearsReal Madrid was one of the teams to beat in Europe last season, winning the Spanish league with ease and adding another Champions League trophy to its collection.
Polish leader Tusk says billions of dollars in illegal spending by predecessors uncovered
Read full article: Polish leader Tusk says billions of dollars in illegal spending by predecessors uncoveredPrime Minister Donald Tusk has accused Poland’s previous government of illegally spending 100 billion Polish zlotys or $25 billion as he announced a government effort to try to recover the money.
Spanish journalist or Russian spy? The mystery around Pablo González's double life
Read full article: Spanish journalist or Russian spy? The mystery around Pablo González's double lifeAmong the Russians freed in this week's historic exchange of prisoners between Russia and the West was a Russian-born freelance journalist from Spain who had been based in Poland since 2019.
Poland marks 80th anniversary of Warsaw Uprising, honoring heroes of doomed fight for freedom
Read full article: Poland marks 80th anniversary of Warsaw Uprising, honoring heroes of doomed fight for freedomWarsaw has come to a standstill on the 80th anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Uprising.
Ukraine receives first F-16 fighter jets to bolster defenses against Russia, officials tell AP
Read full article: Ukraine receives first F-16 fighter jets to bolster defenses against Russia, officials tell APAccording to U.S. and Ukrainian officials, Ukraine has received the first F-16 fighter jets that it has sought for months to fight back against an onslaught of Russian missile strikes.
Coco Gauff to be female flag bearer for US team at Olympic opening ceremony, joining LeBron James
Read full article: Coco Gauff to be female flag bearer for US team at Olympic opening ceremony, joining LeBron JamesTennis star Coco Gauff will join LeBron James as a flag bearer for the U.S. Olympic team at Friday’s opening ceremony.
A miner dies and another is missing after a coal mine accident in Poland. 17 miners are injured
Read full article: A miner dies and another is missing after a coal mine accident in Poland. 17 miners are injuredPolish officials say that one of the coal miners injured when a powerful tremor shook the Rydultowy coal mine has died.
Poland hopes new NATO training center could prepare Ukrainians living abroad to fight Russia
Read full article: Poland hopes new NATO training center could prepare Ukrainians living abroad to fight RussiaPoland is hoping a new NATO training center in the country can help recruit more volunteers for the fight in Ukraine.
Ukraine's Zelenskyy discusses further NATO support with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk
Read full article: Ukraine's Zelenskyy discusses further NATO support with Polish Prime Minister Donald TuskUkrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he expects the upcoming NATO summit to provide specific steps to strengthen his country’s air defenses against Russia.
Kylian Mbappé scores on return from broken nose and France draws 1-1 with Poland at Euro 2024
Read full article: Kylian Mbappé scores on return from broken nose and France draws 1-1 with Poland at Euro 2024Kylian Mbappé scored from the penalty spot on his return after breaking his nose before France conceded a spot kick by Robert Lewandowski in a 1-1 draw with Poland at the European Championship.
Leader of NATO member Poland visits China, talks to Xi about Ukraine, peace and trade
Read full article: Leader of NATO member Poland visits China, talks to Xi about Ukraine, peace and tradePolish President Andrzej Duda has met with Chinese leader Xi Jinping for talks on Ukraine, peace and bilateral trade on a visit to Beijing that brings the leader of a NATO member to a country that has backed Russia in its full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
Ukrainians in Warsaw jump over a bonfire, float braids to celebrate solstice custom away from home
Read full article: Ukrainians in Warsaw jump over a bonfire, float braids to celebrate solstice custom away from homeUkrainians in Warsaw jumped over a bonfire and floated braids to honor the vital powers of water and fire on the Vistula River bank Saturday night, as they celebrated their solstice tradition of Ivan Kupalo Night away from war-torn home.
Energized Austria wins and makes Lewandowski's Poland the first team to go out at Euro 2024
Read full article: Energized Austria wins and makes Lewandowski's Poland the first team to go out at Euro 2024Austria has picked up its first win at Euro 2024 by defeating Poland 3-1 in its second group match in Berlin.
Grand Slam champions Osaka, Raducanu, Wozniacki and Kerber receive wild cards for Wimbledon
Read full article: Grand Slam champions Osaka, Raducanu, Wozniacki and Kerber receive wild cards for WimbledonFormer Grand Slam champions Naomi Osaka, Caroline Wozniacki, Angelique Kerber and Emma Raducanu have all been awarded wild cards for Wimbledon.
Weghorst returns from World Cup clash with Messi and lifts Netherlands to beat Poland at Euro 2024
Read full article: Weghorst returns from World Cup clash with Messi and lifts Netherlands to beat Poland at Euro 2024Netherlands forward Wout Weghorst loves to make a big impression off the bench and he did it again late in a 2-1 win over Poland at the European Championship.
These candidates who won seats in the European Parliament this week aren't who you might expect
Read full article: These candidates who won seats in the European Parliament this week aren't who you might expectSocial media influencers and candidates in jail have won seats in the powerful European Parliament, with social media playing an outsized role in many elections.
Why Poland says Russia and Belarus are weaponizing migration to benefit Europe’s far-right
Read full article: Why Poland says Russia and Belarus are weaponizing migration to benefit Europe’s far-rightPoland says neighboring Belarus and its main supporter and ally Russia are behind a recent surge in migrants from Belarus toward the European Union.
Polish man sentenced to life in Congo on espionage charges has been released and returned to Europe
Read full article: Polish man sentenced to life in Congo on espionage charges has been released and returned to EuropePoland's top diplomat says that Congo has released a Polish man who was sentenced to life in prison on espionage charges.
On Chinese doping case, lawmakers demand action, answers from Olympic and law-enforcement leaders
Read full article: On Chinese doping case, lawmakers demand action, answers from Olympic and law-enforcement leadersA bipartisan group of U.S. senators have sent a letter to the leader of the World Anti-Doping Agency asking for answers about the case in which 23 Chinese swimmers were cleared to compete at the Tokyo Olympics despite positive tests for a banned drug.
Brady Tkachuk has goal, 3 assists in US 4-1 win over Poland at men's hockey world championship
Read full article: Brady Tkachuk has goal, 3 assists in US 4-1 win over Poland at men's hockey world championshipBrady Tkachuk scored a goal and added three assists and the United States clinched a playoff-round berth with a 4-1 win over Poland in preliminary round play at the men’s world hockey championships.
Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too long
Read full article: Top tennis players say they're playing too much because the tournaments are too longThe long-sought upgrade for the tennis tournaments in Madrid and Rome has been a bonanza for the organizers by expanding them from one to nearly two weeks.
Polish activists criticize Tusk's government for tough border policies and migrant pushbacks
Read full article: Polish activists criticize Tusk's government for tough border policies and migrant pushbacksRefugee rights activists are criticizing Poland’s pro-European Union government for plans to tighten security at the border with Belarus.
Swiatek on course for Madrid-Rome double; facing Keys in the quarters
Read full article: Swiatek on course for Madrid-Rome double; facing Keys in the quartersTop-ranked Iga Swiatek remains on course for an uncommon Madrid-Rome double after beating Angelique Kerber to reach the Italian Open quarterfinals.