Poland's health pay rises cost 9.25 bn złoty — NFZ has no funds to cover them

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Poland's health pay rises cost 9.25 bn złoty — NFZ has no funds to cover them

This year's pay rises for salaried healthcare workers in Poland require 9.25 billion złoty, according to calculations by the Agency for Health Technology Assessment and Tariff System. The rises have already taken effect, but the National Health Fund (NFZ) does not have the money and has no clear source to draw it from. The funding gap poses a serious financial risk to Poland's healthcare system.

Should the government immediately find extra funds to cover the healthcare pay rises?

Gazeta Wyborcza · 1h ago · Source ↗

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BGK Launches New Support Instruments for Local Governments and Businesses

Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego president Mirosław Czekaj announced the launch of new financial instruments aimed at local governments and Polish businesses. The support will cover both domestic activity and international expansion. BGK says it has the necessary mechanisms and funds to deliver on these goals.

Should BGK increase its support for Polish businesses expanding abroad?

Rzeczpospolita · 26min ago · Source ↗

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Serbian Film on Peer Violence Premieres in Karlovy Vary Competition

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Serbian Film on Peer Violence Premieres in Karlovy Vary Competition

Serbian director Miroslav Terzić premiered his third feature film "3 Weeks After" in the main competition at the Karlovy Vary International Film Festival. The film opens with a high-school trip to Bulgaria and explores peer violence — how it is learned and tolerated. Terzić said he wanted to provoke audiences and ensure the film leaves a lasting impression.

Does festival cinema effectively raise awareness of peer violence?

The Hollywood Reporter · 27min ago · Source ↗

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Łukasz Nowicki Rents Two Apartments in Albania for Around 1,200 PLN a Month

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Łukasz Nowicki Rents Two Apartments in Albania for Around 1,200 PLN a Month

TV presenter Łukasz Nowicki, who turned 53 on 6 July, spends increasing amounts of time in Albania, where he rents two apartments for the equivalent of around 1,200 PLN per month. Speaking on the podcast "Mężczyzna jest człowiekiem", he said Albania reminds him of Poland in the 1990s and that he values it for its "perfection in imperfections".

Are Polish celebrities right to seek a better life abroad rather than in Poland?

WP Kobieta · 28min ago · Source ↗

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How to Pack for a City Break: Key Rules for a Short European Trip

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How to Pack for a City Break: Key Rules for a Short European Trip

For a city break, a small carry-on bag is enough: pack clothes for up to three or four days using a capsule wardrobe system, limit yourself to two pairs of shoes, and keep chargers and toiletries in separate pouches. Check your airline's weight limit before departure and prepare your packing list the day before. Travelling light saves time at the airport and avoids extra fees.

WP Turystyka · 33min ago · Source ↗

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Haaland Scores Both Goals as Norway Beat Brazil 2–1 to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals

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Haaland Scores Both Goals as Norway Beat Brazil 2–1 to Reach World Cup Quarter-Finals

Norway defeated Brazil 2–1 in the World Cup round of 16, with Erling Braut Haaland scoring both goals. Tens of thousands of fans celebrated in Oslo after Sunday's match. The scoreline is identical to Norway's win over Brazil at the 1998 World Cup in France, when Kjetil Rekdal netted the winner. After the match, Haaland said Norway can win the tournament.

Can Norway win the World Cup?

Polsat Sport · 33min ago · Source ↗

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China fires ballistic missile from submarine, alarming regional neighbours

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China fires ballistic missile from submarine, alarming regional neighbours

China's navy launched a strategic ballistic missile fitted with a dummy warhead from a submarine. The missile landed in the Pacific Ocean. Regional countries have expressed serious concern over the test.

Should China stop testing ballistic missiles in the Pacific?

Gazeta.pl · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Norway Stuns Brazil at World Cup — Haaland and Nyland Hailed as Heroes

Norway pulled off one of the biggest upsets of the World Cup by eliminating Brazil in the round of 16. Erling Haaland scored twice and goalkeeper Orjan Nyland was outstanding, with both players hailed as national heroes by Norwegian media. Coach Stale Solbakken's squad has written itself into football history, according to unanimous local coverage.

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Redmi Note 17 design leak disappoints fans

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Redmi Note 17 design leak disappoints fans

An image allegedly revealing the design of Xiaomi's Redmi Note 17 series has appeared online. The leaked render suggests a very plain, unimpressive look for the new smartphones. The manufacturer has not confirmed the authenticity of the image.

Is smartphone design more important to you than its specs?

Tabletowo · 35min ago · Source ↗

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Indie game Meccha Chameleon sells 15 million copies in under a month

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Indie game Meccha Chameleon sells 15 million copies in under a month

Meccha Chameleon, an indie hide-and-seek game on Steam, has sold 15 million copies in under a month. The title follows the trend of so-called "friendslop" co-op games like Peak and R.E.P.O. that attract massive audiences. It is the latest example of an indie title outperforming big-budget AAA productions.

Can indie games permanently outrank AAA productions in popularity?

Eurogamer.pl · 41min ago · Source ↗

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Neurosurgeons charged NFZ 26,000 zł/h – billing scandal exposed

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Neurosurgeons charged NFZ 26,000 zł/h – billing scandal exposed

Wirtualna Polska revealed that a group of neurosurgeons operating across several Polish regions billed NFZ for approximately 26,000 zł per hour and reported more expensive procedures than those actually performed. Orthopaedic surgeon Konrad Wasylewski says the declared number of daily procedures is impossible to carry out properly. Psychiatrist Aleksandra Krasowska calls it mismanagement and questions who approved the documents. The story has sparked widespread outrage in the medical community.

Should NFZ immediately suspend payments to the implicated medical entities?

Wirtualna Polska · 43min ago · Source ↗

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Australian PM Albanese embroiled in "shag, marry, date" game controversy

Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese sparked controversy after participating in a "shag, marry, date" game during an interview with a comedian playing the "Bush Barbie" character, appearing alongside a stuffed toy of his dog Toto. The episode became the week's biggest political storm in Australia. Commentators say it illustrates the double-edged nature of politicians embracing social media content.

Should politicians participate in pop-culture skits on social media?

The Guardian World · 48min ago · Source ↗

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Clouds reflect more sunlight than thought – warming may be slower than estimated

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Clouds reflect more sunlight than thought – warming may be slower than estimated

A new study has found that calmer winds and cleaner air cause clouds to reflect sunlight more efficiently than previously understood. This previously unknown mechanism suggests global temperatures may rise more slowly than current climate models predict. Scientists stress, however, that the threat of global warming remains real.

Should this cloud discovery prompt a revision of current climate models?

Rzeczpospolita · 54min ago · Source ↗

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Cut broccoli an hour before cooking to boost its sulforaphane content

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Cut broccoli an hour before cooking to boost its sulforaphane content

Cutting broccoli roughly an hour before cooking boosts the vegetable's sulforaphane content — a compound linked to anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory properties. Exposing the damaged cells to air triggers an enzymatic reaction that produces the beneficial compound before heat destroys the relevant enzyme during cooking.

Is it worth changing how you cook vegetables to improve their health benefits?

RMF24 · 1h ago · Source ↗

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How sovereign wealth funds are investing in crypto assets

Sovereign wealth funds are entering the digital assets space primarily through regulated vehicles such as spot bitcoin ETFs, publicly listed companies with crypto exposure, blockchain infrastructure firms and venture capital funds. Direct ownership of bitcoin or other tokens remains rare, constrained by governance rules, custody requirements and political accountability. Only a handful of funds worldwide hold digital assets directly.

Should sovereign wealth funds invest directly in bitcoin?

The Block · 1h ago · Source ↗

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China Removes Car Brands from Official Lists — It's Not a Production Ban

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China Removes Car Brands from Official Lists — It's Not a Production Ban

China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has removed several car brands from official registers, sparking industry panic and reports of a production ban on eight brands. In reality, removal from the register does not automatically mean a ban on manufacturing vehicles — the situation is more nuanced. The move is an administrative procedure, not a sudden shutdown of manufacturers.

Should China tighten regulations on weaker car manufacturers?

naTemat · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Janina Dowbor Jokes About Photo with Dad Maciej: "A Pic with My Fan"

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Janina Dowbor Jokes About Photo with Dad Maciej: "A Pic with My Fan"

Maciej Dowbor shared a photo with his 16-year-old daughter Janina on social media. Janina playfully captioned the image "A pic with my fan", jokingly reversing their roles and implying she is the star and her father the admirer. Maciej quickly picked up on the joke and reposted the photo on his own profile.

Pudelek · 29min ago · Source ↗

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Abu Dhabi Wealth Fund Takes Energy Giant TAQA Private

Abu Dhabi's sovereign wealth fund has decided to take the energy company TAQA private, delisting it from the stock exchange. The move is a surprise reversal, as the emirate spent years building one of the Gulf's fastest-growing stock markets through a wave of major IPOs. TAQA is one of the region's biggest listed companies.

Is it a good sign for markets when state funds take major companies private?

Bloomberg · 33min ago · Source ↗

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Trump praises 'great player' Kane after England's dramatic World Cup win over Mexico

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Trump praises 'great player' Kane after England's dramatic World Cup win over Mexico

England beat Mexico in a dramatic World Cup match on home soil. Captain Harry Kane scored again, delivering an extraordinary performance for the Three Lions. Donald Trump praised Kane, calling him a "great player" after the match.

Is England a favourite to win the World Cup?

The Independent World · 34min ago · Source ↗

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Russia strikes Kyiv – Ukraine's air defence fails to intercept a single ballistic missile

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Russia strikes Kyiv – Ukraine's air defence fails to intercept a single ballistic missile

Ukraine released details of a massive overnight Russian missile attack on Kyiv. Ukrainian air defences failed to intercept a single ballistic missile during the strike. Ukrainian officials themselves described it as an extremely difficult night for their air defence system.

Does Ukraine urgently need more Western air defence systems?

Onet Wiadomości · 36min ago · Source ↗

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Communist-era Kosmalt workers' hotel in Košice undergoes thorough renovation

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Communist-era Kosmalt workers' hotel in Košice undergoes thorough renovation

The Kosmalt workers' hotel in Košice, Slovakia, a modernist landmark dominating the city's skyline for six decades, has undergone a thorough renovation. The project was carried out by the Košice-based studio Atrium Architekti. The communist-era building remains a prominent feature of the city's skyline.

Should communist-era buildings be renovated rather than demolished?

Rzeczpospolita · 39min ago · Source ↗

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 tipped to have nearly invisible screen crease matching OPPO Find N6

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Galaxy Z Fold 8 tipped to have nearly invisible screen crease matching OPPO Find N6

Samsung has reportedly redesigned the hinge on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra to significantly reduce the display crease. Tipster Ice Universe claims the crease will be comparable to that of the OPPO Find N6. The new foldables are expected to launch within a few weeks.

Is the screen crease still the biggest flaw of foldable smartphones?

Android Authority · 41min ago · Source ↗

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