Stories from Krakow · Poland

RMF FM is promoting a sale at Agata furniture stores, offering up to 30% off with payment after vacation or 100 zlotys for future purchases for every 1000 zlotys spent. Customers can earn up to 2000 zlotys, with the promotion valid until May 16.

All victims during the attack were citizens. All individuals harmed during a recent attack were citizens of the country.

The weather in Krakow and the entire Lesser Poland region is forecast to be sunny and warm. Temperatures are expected to reach between 20 and 22 degrees Celsius. Despite it being May, there is snow in the mountains near Krakow, allowing for skiing.

President Karol Nawrocki intends to call for a meeting of the Council on May 3rd, Constitution Day. The report from Radio Wroclaw mentioned an abnormal election campaign in the southern part of the country. The specific purpose or agenda of this meeting was not detailed.

Krakow is hosting a 'Japanese Children's Day' event tomorrow, featuring manga and anime motifs. The Museum of Art and Technology of Japan in Krakow will showcase Koi fish, a symbol of children, and the Chinese zodiac sign for horses.

The Festival of Four Traditions will take place from April 30 to May 10 at the Krakow Philharmonic. The festival will feature a fusion of musical worlds, sounds, and spaces, presenting music from the Middle East, Poland, the Balkans, and Jewish traditions.

Spring Radylki events will take place in Zakopane and Jaworki near Szczawnica. These events will be accompanied by concerts of Highlander bands and the promotion of regional products. The year 2026 has been declared the International Year of Shepherds and Pastures by the UN.

A referendum to remove the Krakow City Council and Mayor Aleksander Miszalski is scheduled for May 14. Even if over 80% of voters support the removal, the impact depends on the total number of residents participating. Sociologist Jerzy Zurko described the timing as a tactic calculated for propaganda effect. Zurko noted that even if a high percentage of residents, such as 80%, vote for a recall, the impact relative to the total population size remains a factor. While the referendum is described as having a civic character, political parties including Konfederacja and Prawo i Sprawiedliwość have also become involved in the initiative. The initiative includes a list of allegations against the Mayor of Krakow from the Koalicja Obywatelskia party. Commentators suggest the vote should serve as an accountability measure for the current president from the Civic Coalition.

Krakow is celebrating May Day and the 22nd anniversary of Poland joining the European Union. An event featuring a 100-meter Polish flag took place along the Royal Route past the Barbakan and Wawel Castle. Organizers stated the event aims to express national pride and unity.

A potential additional quota of 99,000 tons of premium beef spread over six years is being discussed. Jacek Zarzecki from the Sustainable Beef Platform noted this could increase competition in the EU market and affect prices. Polish producers, who export most of their meat to Germany and Italy, may face price reductions to remain competitive. An additional 100,000 tons of premium beef quota has been identified, following a previous 99,000-ton quota spread over six years. Producers selling meat to Germany or Italy may be forced to lower prices to prevent being pushed out of the market.