The right-wing populist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party opened its two-day congress in Erfurt on Saturday, amid large-scale counter-protests. Demonstrators have gathered across the city with the aim of blocking roads leading to the venue. AfD is currently leading in German opinion polls ahead of the congress.
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Dreame is developing a new air fryer model aimed at fixing the most common complaint about the appliance — food that is crispy on the outside but dry inside. Air fryers have become a kitchen staple for reheating, roasting vegetables and cooking meat. No price or release date for the new Dreame model has been announced yet.
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Russian forces struck the Dnipropetrovsk and Kherson oblasts of Ukraine, killing at least three people and wounding 30 others. One of the strikes hit a poultry farm, triggering a large fire at the site. Emergency services are responding to the attacks.
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Iga Świątek is preparing for her third-round Wimbledon match against Alexandra Eala of the Philippines. Coach Francisco Roig and sports psychologist Daria Abramowicz praised the preparation as technically sound. Abramowicz identified the mental aspect as currently Świątek's most important challenge heading into the match.
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Keiko Fujimori, daughter of disgraced former Peruvian president Alberto Fujimori, has been declared the winner of Peru's presidential election. The race was extremely tight, with the official result announced nearly a month after voting took place. Alberto Fujimori was convicted of human rights abuses during his time in office.
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Poznań's Musical Theatre has staged "Rewolta," a show about the workers' protest of June 1956, built around the hits of Polish post-punk rock band Maanam. The combination of Maanam's music with the story of the anti-communist uprising proved a creative risk that critics have received positively.
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The ube nails trend features a soft, creamy purple shade inspired by ube – a purple variety of yam popular in Filipino cuisine. The colour is elegant and pastel, offering a bolder but still refined take on the quiet luxury aesthetic. It is replacing the previously popular matcha nails and pairs well with other pastel looks.
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Anna Lewandowska posted a candid message on social media admitting she fears the family's move to the US following her husband Robert Lewandowski's transfer to Chicago Fire. The club's coach, in an interview published by Kanał Sportowy, promised the club would look after not just the player but his entire family to help Anna feel at home in Chicago. Lewandowski's move to MLS is among the biggest transfers in the league's history.
UNESCO acknowledged Australia's conservation efforts for the Great Barrier Reef but raised concerns about mass coral bleaching events. The iconic marine site has once again avoided being placed on the "in danger" list. UNESCO continues to monitor the reef's condition closely.
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According to the survey "Poles on Holiday 2026", three quarters of Poles plan a holiday trip this year, with the majority intending to stay within Poland. More than half of respondents want to spend no more than 2,500 zlotys per person, pointing to a clear preference for budget travel options.
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A culture editor read 12 books in June and selected four standouts: "Death and Spring" by Mercè Rodoreda, "El compromiso" by Audrey Magee, "Glass Days" by Nicoletta Verna and "Inventario de lo que queda cuando el bosque arde" by Michele Ruol. All four were praised for their literary quality, compelling narratives and original ideas.
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XRP rose 8% after its 30-day and 365-day MVRV ratios hit -45% and -47% respectively — levels that, according to Santiment, the token has never reached before. Some traders interpret the record depth of holder losses as a contrarian buy signal, suggesting an improved risk-reward setup. The data comes from Santiment, which tracks on-chain sentiment in cryptocurrency markets.
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Young, qualified job seekers are spending months sending hundreds of CVs with little or no response as competition for single positions reaches hundreds of applicants. Despite holding degrees and relevant experience, an entire generation is struggling to find stable employment. The current job market is described as unlike anything seen before.
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Poland's Minister of Health has ordered schools to introduce at least one meat-free day per week from September, replacing pork cutlets with plant-based dishes such as legumes. The change requires kitchen staff training and careful nutritional balancing to meet children's dietary needs. Experts stress that nutritional education for pupils and parents will also be essential.
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The Motor Transport Institute (ITS) has been designated as Poland's official authority for issuing permits and overseeing tests of automated and autonomous vehicles on public roads, its director Prof. Marcin Ślęzak told PAP. The move formalises the regulatory framework for a growing autonomous mobility sector in Poland.
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In the site's regular gaming diary, Sherif tests whether Battlefield 6's changes live up to Battlefield Studios' hopes, Connor reinstalls Cyberpunk 2077, and Chris plays on a Steam Machine. Dom had a great week that ended in disaster, losing his best clothes and his Nintendo Switch 2. Bertie, Kelsey and others also share their weekly gaming picks.
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Zucchini and parmesan fritters require just two ingredients and no frying: mix grated zucchini with grated parmesan, shape into patties and bake for 20 minutes. The result is a light, gluten-free snack or family dinner that comes together quickly and without oil.
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Canadian hammer thrower Ethan Katzberg, Olympic champion from Paris and two-time world champion, threw 83.33 m in Eugene to set a new Diamond League record, erasing the mark previously held by a Polish athlete. Meanwhile, Paweł Fajdek showed strong form on his comeback from shoulder surgery, winning the Nancy meeting with a throw of 82.09 m after posting 81.89 m in Zagreb a week earlier.
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Prof. Magdalena Gawin, a Polish historian and former Deputy Minister of Culture, said on the "Bez Doktryny" programme that Ukraine's pursuit of its own "national pantheon" and historical narrative will leave it without international supporters. She argued that no country currently is ready to back Ukraine's vision of history, and that Ukraine is consequently heading toward self-isolation.
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Russia has claimed the capture of Kostiantynivka, one of Ukraine's key defensive strongholds in the Donbas region. Kyiv denied the claim. At the same time, Ukraine struck an oil terminal in St Petersburg, Vladimir Putin's home city, in what appears to be a significant economic blow to Russia.
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British band The Cure performed at the Open'er Festival on Friday, 3 July, delivering a two-hour-plus show. The concert was broadcast live by TVP. Frontman Robert Smith appeared in his trademark make-up, with droplets visible on his face, though not from crying.
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A former BlackBerry designer has created a new smartphone called the Clicks Communicator, reviving the physical QWERTY keyboard format that made BlackBerry famous. The device blends classic tactile typing with modern smartphone capabilities. Few further technical details are provided in the source.
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