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Archaeologists uncover ‘unique sacrificial site’ found in 2,500-year-old lake

Working at a site near Chełmno in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian district, the archaeologists uncovered dozens of bronze ornaments in a peat bog, including necklaces, bracelets, greaves, decorative pins, as well as numerous human bones. Kujawsko Pomorska Grupa Poszukiwaczy Historii

Working at a site near Chełmno in the Kuyavian-Pomeranian district, the archaeologists uncovered dozens of bronze ornaments in a peat bog, including necklaces, bracelets, greaves, decorative pins, as well as numerous human bones.

Poland remembers Holocaust victims

Survivors of Auschwitz-Birkenau have gathered to commemorate the 78th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi German death camp in the final months of World War Two.

Chilling new book reveals meticulous planning behind Auschwitz death camp

The Polish-English book “Auschwitz Bauleitung. Designing a Death Camp” sets out in shocking detail how the full potential of German technology and industry took part in building the death apparatus that claimed the lives of 1.3 million victims.

Plans unveiled for museum and memorial site at former WWII camp where ‘untold numbers perished’

The new museum at the site of the former Plaszow concentration camp which became immortalized in the film Schindler’s List will not just commemorate those that perished but will also dedicate itself to publicising the testimonies of the many that survived.

Two tons of silverware given by Poles as a war chest to help fight Nazi Germany donated to National Museum in Poznań

The silver was part of the National Defence Fund, which was set up by President Mościcki in April 1936 to raise additional funds by way of contributions for the rearmament of the army in the face of the threat to the Polish state by Nazi Germany.

Today’s news round up in Poland

Start your day with a summary of today’s top stories from Poland’s leading news sites.

Extraordinary life of heroine who delivered 3,000 babies in Auschwitz death camp to be told in new feature film

Written by Maria Stachurska, director Mariusz Malec, and journalist and author Dagmara Leszkowicz, the film is based on the real life story of Stanisława Leszczyńska whose actions helped save newborns from immediate extermination.

January Uprising 1863 laid foundations for Poland regaining its independence 50 years later

An important step forward in the nation’s struggle for independence and self-determination, the rebellion which was launched on the night of January 22, was sparked by economic hardship, political repression and a growing sense of national identity among the Polish people.

Hidden photos from 60s and 70s spark mission to find the people and stories involved

The negatives discovered at the Łazienkowska centre and which have been lying hidden for over 50 years, depict people and events related to the centre's activities as well as scenes captured on the streets of Warsaw.

Poland marks anniversary of 1863 uprising against Russia

Poland on Sunday marked the 160th anniversary of the 1863 January Uprising, the largest and longest-lasting armed insurrection against Russian rule on Polish soil.

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Top 5 articles:

  • Over 100,000 slaughtered with axes, pitchforks, scythes and knives: The Wołyń massacre started 76 years ago today and lasted for two years
  • The systematic massacre of all children under 10 will forever be a stain on humanity, says TFN’s Stuart Dowell
  • Mayor offers reward to first couple to have a boy in village where only girls are born
  • It’s official! Kraków is the best place in Europe for food, says European Academy of Gastronomy
  • Poland in COVID-19 LOCKDOWN! PM orders bars, restaurants, shopping centres and borders closed - and cancels ALL flights
Culture | Life

Jerzy Skolimowski's ‘emotional’ road movie about a melancholic donkey is nominated for 2023 Oscars

Chosen alongside All Quiet on the Western Front, Santiago Mitre's Argentina 1985, and the Banshees of Inisherin, Skolimowski’s film is billed as a dark exploration of humanity, technology and nature.

The first report:

  • Poles second-largest foreign-born group in England, Wales
  • Russia accuses Poland of hostile plans against Ukraine says security official
  • Two dead, four hurt in Katowice presbytery blast
  • Ukrainian president thanks Poland for another batch of tanks
  • Poland remembers Holocaust victims

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Rzeszów scientists develop phone battery that charges in eight minutes and lasts 68 YEARS!

Produced by The Batteries, the new technology has already been dubbed “a game changer” by the industry press, with the firm hoping to begin large-scale production once work on their “pilot factory” is finished.

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