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Elephants use seismic vibrations to communicate over 10 km
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Elephants use seismic vibrations to communicate over 10 km

Elephants can detect infrasound and seismic vibrations through the ground, allowing them to communicate over distances exceeding 10 kilometres. Researchers at Harvard Medical School, led by Dr. Sunil Puria, studied this ability by analysing natural elephant bones in laboratory conditions. The mechanism resembles in-ear headphones — the elephant "blocks" the ear to amplify low-frequency body sounds.

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National Geographic PL · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Diablo 4 players slam Season 14 update over mythic items
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Diablo 4 players slam Season 14 update over mythic items

Diablo 4's Season 14 update has triggered a wave of player backlash. Fans accuse Blizzard of using Season 13 as a trap, with the new season failing to deliver meaningful improvements. The controversy centres on the mythic item system, which players say remains deeply unsatisfying.

Should Blizzard completely overhaul the mythic item system in Diablo 4?

GRYOnline · 4min ago · Source ↗

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BBC confirms Doctor Who cancelled — no new showrunner or Christmas special
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BBC confirms Doctor Who cancelled — no new showrunner or Christmas special

The BBC has officially responded to the cancellation of Doctor Who, more than a month after the show was put out to competitive tender and ultimately axed. Contrary to earlier rumours, no Christmas special for 2026 was ever produced and no search for a new Time Lord took place. Outgoing showrunner Russell T. Davies had confirmed writing a Christmas script, but it will not be made.

Was the BBC right to cancel Doctor Who?

Collider · 14min ago · Source ↗

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US diesel hits $5 a gallon again — up 33% since the Iran war began
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US diesel hits $5 a gallon again — up 33% since the Iran war began

US diesel prices have hit $5 a gallon again, up 33% from when the Iran war started. Renewed fighting in the Persian Gulf and reduced refinery capacity are the main drivers. Prices first crossed the $5 mark in March, and the latest surge is squeezing transport and logistics costs nationwide.

Should the US boost domestic oil production to bring diesel prices down?

NYT Business · 16min ago · Source ↗

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Ibisz's "Elixir Młodości" drink in Żabka stores posts weak sales since June launch
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📈 Business

Ibisz's "Elixir Młodości" drink in Żabka stores posts weak sales since June launch

The "Elixir Młodości" drink, created in partnership with TV presenter Krzysztof Ibisz and the Żabka convenience store chain, went on sale in June 2026. So far the product has failed to make a commercial impact, with sales falling well short of expectations.

Do celebrity-branded drinks have a chance of long-term success in Poland?

Rzeczpospolita · 18min ago · Source ↗

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UK regulator Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok age checks
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UK regulator Ofcom launches investigation into TikTok age checks

UK media regulator Ofcom has launched an investigation into TikTok, focusing on how the platform verifies the ages of its users. The regulator says it has "very serious concerns" about the effectiveness of TikTok's age-checking systems. The probe comes a month after the UK government announced plans to ban social media access for under-16s.

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TVN24 · 20min ago · Source ↗

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Ex-NFZ chief Sośnierz: Medical procedure pricing in Poland is total chaos
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Ex-NFZ chief Sośnierz: Medical procedure pricing in Poland is total chaos

Andrzej Sośnierz, former MP and head of the National Health Fund (NFZ), commented on reports of some doctors earning up to 240 złoty per hour, calling the pricing of medical procedures in Poland "total chaos." He argues that as long as large sums of easy money circulate in the system for specific procedures, someone will always exploit it. Sośnierz says the root problem lies in the structural design of healthcare financing.

Would capping doctors' hourly pay solve the problem of abuses in the NFZ?

Rzeczpospolita · 21min ago · Source ↗

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Senate Democrats block record $1.15 trillion Pentagon budget bill
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Senate Democrats block record $1.15 trillion Pentagon budget bill

Senate Democrats have blocked a vote on the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which included a record $1.15 trillion defence budget. The blockage could have knock-on effects for allied nations, including Poland, that depend on US military support and cooperation. The future of the bill remains uncertain.

Does blocking the Pentagon budget threaten Poland's security?

Defence24 · 21min ago · Source ↗

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Lewandowski's Chicago Fire coach admits presentation "could have been done better"
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⚽ Sport

Lewandowski's Chicago Fire coach admits presentation "could have been done better"

Chicago Fire head coach Gregg Berhalter addressed criticism in Poland over the club's unveiling of Robert Lewandowski, admitting the club "could have done it better." Speaking to WP SportoweFakty, he explained the organisational issues behind the problems with the presentation. Lewandowski joined Chicago Fire after leaving FC Barcelona.

Did Chicago Fire fail in the unveiling of Lewandowski?

WP SportoweFakty · 24min ago · Source ↗

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US Senate Unanimously Opposes Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried
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US Senate Unanimously Opposes Pardon for Sam Bankman-Fried

The US Senate unanimously passed a non-binding resolution stating that disgraced FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried should "under no circumstances" receive a presidential pardon. While the resolution carries no legal force, it sends a clear bipartisan political signal against any clemency move.

Should Sam Bankman-Fried receive a presidential pardon?

Decrypt · 40min ago · Source ↗

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Mery Spolsky: Partner Mateusz Helps Me Fight Body Insecurities
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💄 Lifestyle

Mery Spolsky: Partner Mateusz Helps Me Fight Body Insecurities

Singer Mery Spolsky told "Wysokie Obcasy" magazine about her three-year relationship with partner Mateusz, who encourages her body confidence by telling her, for instance, "you have such great legs". She said he would be the last person to ask her to cover up on stage. Spolsky also spoke about difficult, toxic past relationships she has left behind.

Is a partner's support key to a woman's body confidence?

WP Kobieta · 41min ago · Source ↗

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Asteroid 1998 SH2 may be a "dark comet" — a threat to Earth?
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Asteroid 1998 SH2 may be a "dark comet" — a threat to Earth?

The object 1998 SH2, catalogued as a standard asteroid since 1998, displayed orbital anomalies during its close approach in August 2025, triggering a new series of analyses. Scientists now suspect it may be a so-called dark comet — an object with comet-like activity but no visible coma or tail. The finding forces a rethink of how Earth-threat assessments are made for similar objects.

Do near-Earth object monitoring systems urgently need upgrading?

benchmark.pl · 44min ago · Source ↗

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ElectroMobility Poland to nearly double workforce at Jaworzno EV factory
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ElectroMobility Poland to nearly double workforce at Jaworzno EV factory

ElectroMobility Poland, the company behind Poland's electric car project Izera, plans to nearly double its workforce in the near future. The factory in Jaworzno is ultimately expected to employ close to 4,000 people. This reversal of earlier layoffs could significantly impact Poland's automotive market.

Does Poland's Izera electric car have a real chance of market success?

Interia Biznes · 47min ago · Source ↗

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US journalist travels Poland from Gdańsk to Zakopane: "Every city more beautiful than the last"
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US journalist travels Poland from Gdańsk to Zakopane: "Every city more beautiful than the last"

A journalist from the website Islands praised Poland as an "incredible hidden gem of Central Europe" after a trip from Gdańsk to Zakopane. She highlighted affordable prices, diverse landscapes and architecture, and was surprised by how each successive city offered a completely different experience. In her view, many travellers wrongly skip Poland when planning European holidays.

Is Poland underrated as a tourist destination in Europe?

National Geographic PL · 47min ago · Source ↗

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European Night of Literature 2026 in Wrocław: theme and reading list announced
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European Night of Literature 2026 in Wrocław: theme and reading list announced

The 15th European Night of Literature will take place on 22 August in Wrocław under the theme "Community – how to find what was never lost". This year's reading list has been curated by Filip Zawada. The full programme of the event has now been announced.

Booklips · 54min ago · Source ↗

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Thailand's "hair croissants" go viral online
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🍳 Food

Thailand's "hair croissants" go viral online

Saiwan Bake House, a bakery in Pattaya, Thailand, has gone viral with its "hair croissants" — pastries covered in thin, crispy strands of dough. The unusual treats have become hugely popular with locals and tourists alike. Their striking and unconventional appearance is what's drawing attention on social media.

Are "hair croissants" an interesting culinary idea worth trying?

Polsat News · 1h ago · Source ↗

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Lucasfilm and Samsung veteran Des Carey joins Irish VFX studio Elephant Goldfish
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Lucasfilm and Samsung veteran Des Carey joins Irish VFX studio Elephant Goldfish

Des Carey, a veteran executive from Lucasfilm and Samsung, has been appointed Executive Director of Strategic Growth & Innovation at Dublin-based VFX and post-production studio Elephant Goldfish. The studio is a member of the Molinare Creative Group. Carey will focus on strategic growth and collaboration across the group's teams.

Deadline · 14min ago · Source ↗

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Iran warns US over Strait of Hormuz 'red line' and vows retaliation
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Iran warns US over Strait of Hormuz 'red line' and vows retaliation

Iran has warned the United States that the Strait of Hormuz is a "red line" and vowed retaliation against Trump's threats to strike Iranian infrastructure. Trump warned that US forces would target Iran next week if negotiations do not resume. Tensions between the two countries are once again escalating, pushing fuel prices higher.

Should the US strike Iranian infrastructure if negotiations don't resume?

CNBC · 21min ago · Source ↗

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Bellingham hits opponent after Argentina beat England 2-1 at the World Cup

Argentina defeated England 2-1 in the World Cup semi-final, scoring the winning goal late in the match. After the final whistle, England's Jude Bellingham lost his temper and struck one of the Argentine players in an act of unsporting behaviour. The incident has sparked significant controversy and could lead to disciplinary action against the midfielder.

Should Bellingham be suspended for striking an opponent after the match?

Polsat Sport · 24min ago · Source ↗

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Modern Warfare 4 reveals Kill Block, its procedurally generated multiplayer arena
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🎮 Gaming

Modern Warfare 4 reveals Kill Block, its procedurally generated multiplayer arena

Infinity Ward has released a brief teaser for Kill Block, a new multiplayer mode in Modern Warfare 4. The arena is assembled from hundreds of different map variations, making it effectively a procedurally generated small map that changes each match. A full multiplayer gameplay reveal is scheduled for later this week.

Are procedurally generated maps a good direction for Call of Duty?

Eurogamer · 25min ago · Source ↗

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Ukraine fires popular defence minister Umerov amid drone war successes – sparks backlash

Ukraine has dismissed defence minister Rustem Umerov, who was widely credited with spearheading the country's drone warfare strategy and helping Ukraine gain a technological edge over Russia. The firing comes as Ukraine signs new drone deals and awaits Patriot missile export licences. The dismissal has drawn intense criticism both domestically and internationally.

Did Ukraine make a mistake by firing Defence Minister Umerov?

NPR World · 30min ago · Source ↗

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