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Poland

A country in Central Europe
Poland is a country in Central Europe. The country's area is 312,685 km². The population is 38.484 million people. The capital is Warsaw. Poland was formed in the 10th century as a result of the unification of West Slavic tribes between the Vistula and Oder rivers. In the 16th century, it existed as a state formation called the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth, which also included Ukrainian lands. Later, the Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was divided between other states. Poland gained independence in 1918. After World War II, it was part of the socialist bloc. It is a member of NATO and actively helps Ukraine in the fight against Russian invaders. Famous Poles: Józef Piłsudski, Lech Wałęsa, John Paul II.
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The baptism took place, which became a symbolic beginning of Polish statehood
1025
The Kingdom of Poland was formed
1364
The Jagiellonian University was founded in Kraków, one of the oldest institutions of higher education in Europe
1410
The Battle of Grunwald took place, which ended with a decisive victory for the Kingdom of Poland
1569
The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was created, which became a leading state and cultural center
1791
The first modern constitution in Europe was adopted
1918
Poland regained its independence after the First World War
1978
A Pope was elected who was Polish
1980
An independent trade union was created, which contributed to the fall of communism
2004
The country joined the European Union
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How to prepare a first-grader for school: psychologist's advice

The expert gives advice to parents on how to prepare their children for school. The recommendations include developing a love of learning, forming good habits, and proper motivation.

Society • August 12, 08:35 AM • 111998 views
Corruption in the coal sector: Deputy Energy Minister caught on bribe

The Deputy Minister of Energy of Ukraine and three accomplices were exposed on receiving a bribe of $500 thousand. The money was demanded for permission to export mining equipment from the frontline area.

Politics • August 12, 07:19 AM • 34923 views
Drone attack on a military airfield near Moscow, UAV report in three regions, evacuation in Belgorod region and ISW data on Kursk region: situation in Russia

Reports of drone attacks, including in the Moscow region. Evacuation of residents of the Krasnoyaruzsky district of the Belgorod region due to 'activity on the border'.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 05:59 AM • 35545 views
Occupants carried out 357 attacks on 11 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region

Russian troops conducted 357 attacks on 11 localities in Zaporizhzhia region over the past 24 hours. The attacks included airstrikes, UAVs, MLRS, and artillery shelling, damaging infrastructure but causing no civilian casualties.

War in Ukraine • August 12, 04:03 AM • 34642 views
71 combat engagements took place over the last day - Ukrainian Armed Forces General Staff

There were 71 combat engagements over the last day. The occupants launched 4 missile and 45 air strikes and fired almost 2,300 times at Ukrainian positions using various types of weapons.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 08:02 PM • 83320 views
They rarely achieve their desired goals, but pose a serious threat to the population: Oleshchuk on North Korea's KN-23 ballistic missiles

Mykola Oleshchuk said that KN-23 ballistic missiles from the DPRK rarely reach their targets, but pose a serious threat to the population. At night, Russia attacked Ukraine with 57 drones and 4 ballistic missiles.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 12:20 PM • 44657 views
Consequences of the Russian attack on Kyiv region: 13-year-old child hospitalized with concussion and spinal injury

As a result of the Russian attack on the Kyiv region, two people were killed and three wounded were taken to hospital. Twenty-four private houses, nine cars, and a church dome in one of the settlements were damaged.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 12:05 PM • 41351 views
DIU officer receives medal from the USA for military cooperation

The U. S. Defense Attaché awarded the DIU officer with the Medal of Merit. The award was presented for his contribution to strengthening military cooperation between Kyiv and Washington and facilitating security assistance.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 10:45 AM • 106883 views
The enemy shelled Mykolaiv region with artillery yesterday: 6 people injured

As a result of Russian attacks on Ochakiv and Dniprovske village, 6 people were injured. Private houses, a car and agricultural machinery were damaged, and fires broke out. One woman is in serious condition.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 08:34 AM • 38030 views
In Kharkiv region, Russian troops hit the House of Children's Creativity with a missile

Russian troops launched a missile attack on the House of Children and Youth Creativity in Zolochiv, Kharkiv region. As a result of the attack, the roof of the two-story administrative building caught fire.

Society • August 11, 05:20 AM • 79085 views
Afghan refugee athlete disqualified from the Olympics for writing "Freedom for Afghan women"

Manijah Talash was disqualified from the breakdancing qualifying competition at the Olympics because of the inscription "Freedom for Afghan women". The refugee athlete from Afghanistan violated the rules of the Olympic Charter regarding political slogans.

News of the World • August 11, 12:10 AM • 34194 views
Ukraine ranks 21th in the medal standings of the 2024 Olympics with 12 awards

Ukrainian athletes won 12 medals at the 2024 Olympics in Paris, ranking 21th in the medal standings. On August 10, Ukrainians competed in 9 sports, winning silver in women's wrestling.

Sports • August 10, 09:44 PM • 33489 views
Russian army shells a frontline community in Zaporizhzhia region: a man is killed

Russian occupants shelled the village of Novopavlivka in the Orikhiv community of Zaporizhzhia region. A man was killed and his wife was injured as a result of a house being hit.

Society • August 10, 08:44 PM • 103824 views
Oleg Doroshchuk sets personal record in high jump at the 2024 Olympics

Ukrainian athlete Oleh Doroshchuk cleared 2. 31 meters in the high jump final at the Paris Olympics, setting a personal best. He took sixth place in the competition.

Sports • August 10, 07:08 PM • 31094 views
Poland starts repair work at one of its checkpoints on Monday

Starting August 12, Poland will start repairing the asphalt at the Hrebenne-Rava-Ruska border crossing point. The works will last until September 12, 2024 and may cause traffic complications and longer queues.

Society • August 10, 06:24 PM • 32165 views
Amid claims about Ukrainian UAVs: Belarus threatens to close Ukraine's embassy in Minsk

The Belarusian Foreign Ministry summoned Ukraine's Charge d'Affaires due to alleged border violations by Ukrainian drones. Belarus demands that such incidents be prevented, threatening retaliatory measures and a review of the presence of the diplomatic mission.

Politics • August 10, 04:42 PM • 97340 views
The Ministry of Energy hopes that despite the heat, power outages will be avoided

The deputy energy minister said that she does not expect any blackouts over the weekend. The situation in the energy system has stabilized, but may change due to Russian attacks on energy infrastructure.

Economy • August 10, 01:03 PM • 79417 views
There will be no cheap apples in the new season - forecast

The apple harvest in key EU countries in 2024 will fall by 11% compared to the previous year. Production will also decline in Ukraine and Moldova, leading to high prices and new opportunities for exporters.

Economy • August 10, 12:10 PM • 82594 views
Situation in the energy sector is complicated, despite the fact that there are no blackouts - Galushchenko

Energy Minister Herman Galushchenko reported on the difficult situation in the energy sector amid daily enemy attacks. Despite this, there are no blackouts, and the government is trying to maintain this trend.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 11:14 AM • 108931 views
No power outages planned, almost 500 settlements without electricity - Ministry of Energy

No power outages are planned in Ukraine today. Due to the hostilities and technical disruptions, 491 settlements remain without power supply, and power companies have restored power to 4,713 consumers.

Society • August 10, 08:48 AM • 37157 views
DIU captures another Russian boat "Tuna" in Crimea with Magura marine drone: video shown

Ukrainian intelligence destroyed the Russian boat 'Tuna' near Chornomorske in occupied Crimea using a MAGURA V5 maritime drone. Three other invaders' boats were damaged during the operation.

War in Ukraine • August 10, 06:29 AM • 34942 views
Olympics 2024: schedule of Ukrainian athletes' performances on August 10

Ukrainian athletes will compete in 8 sports at the Olympics in Paris on August 10. The competitions include diving, rowing, wrestling, rhythmic gymnastics, breaking and other disciplines.

Sports • August 10, 05:07 AM • 29579 views
Enemy fired 470 times in Zaporizhzhia region over 24 hours - RMA

The occupants attacked 9 settlements in Zaporizhzhia region using aircraft, drones and artillery. Three air strikes, 24 UAV attacks and 143 artillery shellings were recorded, and residential buildings and infrastructure were damaged.

Society • August 10, 04:40 AM • 92831 views
A child was injured in Nikopol due to a kamikaze drone strike

Russian troops attacked Nikopol with a kamikaze drone. Residents were injured, including a one-and-a-half-year-old boy in moderate condition and a 21-year-old woman. A five-story building was damaged.

Society • August 9, 07:44 PM • 41949 views
Ukraine's foreign trade went into the red by $16.5 billion

The deficit of Ukraine's foreign trade in goods in January-July 2024 amounted to USD 16. 5 billion, which is 18.7% more than last year. Imports amounted to $39.1 billion, exports to $22.6 billion, with the largest imports from China and exports to Poland.

Economy • August 9, 06:20 PM • 39209 views
RMA: during the day in Sumy region the enemy used new bombs - universal planning munitions for the first time

In the Sumy region, the enemy used new engine-powered bombs for the first time, which fly farther and more accurately than the KABs. During the day, 24 launches were made, 11 of which involved new ammunition.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 06:01 PM • 35917 views
A Ukrainian doctor from Odesa died in Prague due to the fall of a piece of cornice from a building - media

Ukrainian doctor Vitaliy Slavnov from Odesa died in Prague as a result of a piece of cornice falling. The tragedy occurred during a heavy downpour, and the police are investigating the incident as negligent homicide.

Society • August 9, 05:27 PM • 49273 views
Final of the 2024 Olympic Games in rhythmic gymnastics: 16-year-old Ukrainian Taisiia Onofriichuk is in the TOP-10

Taisiia Onofriichuk took 9th place in the rhythmic gymnastics individual all-around final at the 2024 Olympics. The Ukrainian scored 128.400 points, outperforming the Brazilian thanks to better scores on the clubs and ribbon.

Sports • August 9, 04:08 PM • 25007 views
Special regime in Moldova's gas sector: readiness to cut off supplies, Ukraine warned of risks

Moldova has introduced an early warning regime in the gas sector due to the risk of gas supply interruptions. Ukraine warned of risks and possible interruptions.

Politics • August 9, 03:43 PM • 35598 views
General Staff on the situation in the frontline: 59 combat engagements took place, occupants increased the number of attacks in the Toretsk sector

Russian invaders continue to storm the positions of Ukrainian defenders. Over the last day, 59 combat engagements took place, most of them in the Toretsk and Pokrovsk sectors, with the Ukrainian Armed Forces successfully repelling most attacks.

War in Ukraine • August 9, 01:54 PM • 30911 views