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last updated: 2026-05-21 14:18

Poland

A tragic incident occurred in a Szczecin internat, where a 19-year-old Straż Graniczna (Border Guard) cadet was found dead in his bed. The two other individuals were hospitalized after consuming alcohol together. Prosecutors are investigating the case and have preliminarily excluded any involvement of third parties. In other news, Polish politicians unite on the issue of kilometrówki (business mileage allowances), while Poland's Minister of Culture was moved to tears at the funeral of renowned actress Stanisława Celińska. Meanwhile, two Polish citizens involved in the Globalna Flotylli Sumud incident are set to return home from Israel today. A former poseł (member of parliament) has been arrested by CBA on charges related to a Prokuratura Europejska investigation. The Sąd Najwyższy (Supreme Court) ruled on the restructuring of debt-ridden public hospitals, but experts warn that this does not address the root of the problem. Finally, a false order for food delivery was placed to Jarosław Kaczyński's home in Warsaw.

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Nie żyje funkcjonariusz straży granicznej. "Ciało 19-latka znaleziono w łóżku" Gazeta.pl
A 19-year-old Straż Graniczna cadet was found dead in his bed at an internat in Szczecin after consuming alcohol with two other individuals.
Kilometrówki, czyli koalicja ponad podziałami TVN24
Polish politicians from various parties unite on the issue of kilometrówki (business mileage allowances), a rare display of consensus in Polish politics.
Marta Cienkowska zalała się łzami na pogrzebie Stanisławy Celińskiej. "Nie sposób znaleźć słowa" Kultura Onet
Marta Cienkowska was moved to tears at the funeral of renowned actress Stanisława Celińska, highlighting the impact of her passing on the arts community.
MSZ: polscy uczestnicy Globalnej Flotylli Sumud wracają do kraju Wirtualna Polska
Two Polish citizens involved in the Globalna Flotylli Sumud incident are set to return home from Israel today, following their release by Israeli authorities.
Kto zapłaci za długi szpitali? Wyrok zapadł, pytania zostały TVN24
The Sąd Najwyższy ruled on the restructuring of debt-ridden public hospitals, but experts warn that this does not address the root of the problem and spiraling debt may continue to affect patients, facilities, suppliers,
Nie żyje 19-letni strażnik graniczny. Tragedia w internacie Polsat News
A former poseł (member of parliament) has been arrested by CBA on charges related to a Prokuratura Europejska investigation. The case involves alleged corruption and financial misconduct.
Śmierć 19-letniego strażnika granicznego. Tragiczny finał imprezy w internacie RMF24
A false order for food delivery was placed to Jarosław Kaczyński's home in Warsaw, raising concerns about the security of high-ranking political figures and the potential for malicious intent behind such actions.
Tragedia w Szczecinie. Nie żyje 19-letni strażnik graniczny Onet Wiadomości
The tragic incident in Szczecin internat has raised questions about the safety and well-being of Straż Graniczna cadets, as well as the role of alcohol consumption in such cases.

World

A drone alarm was declared in Latvia as an unknown drone entered its airspace. An earthquake struck Campi Flegrei near Naples, Italy, with a magnitude of 4.4, causing schools to close in the area. Poland is set to receive its first F-35 Husarz fighter jets within days. A fire in New York City's Wall Street district caused panic among witnesses. Iran's rapid military recovery is causing concern, as it resumes drone production and rebuilds its missile bases. The European Commission has revised downward its economic growth projections for the EU and raised inflation expectations. Tehran has hardened its stance in negotiations, refusing to give up highly enriched uranium. A heatwave is expected to hit Europe, followed by a significant temperature drop. A tragic drowning incident occurred at a private preschool in Ząbki, Poland, leading to the arrest of two employees. Sankt Petersburg's mobile internet has been blocked for three consecutive days, disrupting daily life and work. The EU has granted Ukraine smaller steel quotas than in previous years.

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