Poland

Prostitutes see world of opportunity in Euro 2012

Thursday, October 25, 2007

"We care about your fitness," "Just a little bit of pleasure," "Let's do it," "Let's train together," implores a topless woman, with a ball in hand on the Polish-language flyers that have appeared recently on Warsaw's streets. There is also the caption "Euro 2012" and a telephone number.

Chechen mother wants to settle in Wielkopolska

Thursday, October 25, 2007

The story of a Chechen woman who lost three daughters in the mountains of Poland while seeking a better life for her family has touched many hearts.

Polish culture spreads in Ireland

Thursday, October 25, 2007

The continuous growth in the number of Poles emigrating to Ireland has inspired the spread of Polish culture in the island nation through arts, education and food.

Orthodox icons from Bardejow in Poland

Thursday, October 25, 2007

Orthodox icons from Bardejow, Slovakia are being exhibited in Poland for the first time. Some of the icons on display in the Museum of Art in Sosnowiec are as much as 500 years old.

Eviction of rebellious nuns from Kazimierz Dolny

Thursday, October 25, 2007

Sixty-two former nuns from the Sisters of the Family of Bethany were evicted by police from the convent in Kazimierz Dolny.

Warsaw businesses acknowledge, cater to gay community

Thursday, October 25, 2007

The term "gay-friendly" doesn't mean that local owners want only gay and lesbian clients.

Taxation amendments for Polish migrant workers still in blueprint

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Despite the recently launched "Return Home" campaign by the Labor Ministry, small efforts are being made to amend Poland's double taxation laws.

Ludwig Dorn's pet dog ruins state property

Thursday, October 18, 2007

When Ludwik Dorn became a chancellor two years ago, he decided to live in the chancellor's residence, instead of in his newly finished home.

Great success of Silesian architects in Belorussia

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Silesia's Robert Konieczny has dominated a competition recognizing the best young architects in Eastern Europe.

Rafal Blechacz's first release goes gold

Thursday, October 18, 2007

Two years after his spectacular victory during the 15th International Chopin Pianist Competition in Warsaw, Rafal Blechacz has recorded a Chopin music album for world-renowned label Deutsche Grammophon.