Stories from Poland

Archaeologists discovered artifacts dating back to the 11th or 12th century during sewage construction near the cathedral in Gniezno. The finds include an arrow tip, a crossbow component, and a knife, according to archaeologist Damiano Zimek. The items are associated with the period of the first kings of Poland. Researchers have discovered medieval artifacts in Gniezno.

At a ceremony held Saturday before the presidential palace, Karol Nawrocki appointed 12 Polish military officers to general and admiral ranks. The white and red Polish flag is a symbol of Polishness wherever Poles are found, regardless of historical borders. During World War II, displaying the flag could lead to severe punishment, including the death penalty. The discussion touched upon the flag's significance before Poland regained independence. Eleven officers will be promoted to the rank of general, with an additional 15 promoted to admiral. Aid will be provided to fruit growers whose crops suffered from recent frost damage. Damage assessment is scheduled to begin in two days. The Day of the Flag is being observed today, with the hoisting of the Polish flag as a sign of respect for the national symbol and pride in national belonging.

Polish, Italian, and American military forces are conducting Saber Strike 2026 exercises near Nowogród on the Podlasie region. Combat vehicles, armored personnel carriers, and technical vehicles are crossing the Narew River as part of the larger SWORD exercise.

The PiS parliamentary club lost two members, Janusz Kowalski and Łukasz Mejza, following a vote in the Sejm. Spokesperson Rafał Bochenek stated that the resignation letter submitted by Janusz Kowalski was laconic and did not specify his motives for leaving.

A local doctor determined a deceased individual died from drowning. Authorities recovered highly secret correspondence wrapped in waterproof material near the body.

Selected prisoners from facilities in Wolsztyn and Hajnówka will begin caring for shelter dogs starting in July. The program will take place at a unit on Polska Street in Wolsztyn. The report cited Radio Olsztyn as the source for this development.

Poznan University Hospital will introduce paid parking in front of its emergency department starting tomorrow. The fee is set at 10 PLN for a 30-minute stay. A spokesperson stated the current parking area is too small and a larger facility is expected in 4-5 years.

The Małopolska Voivode has approved the construction of a Category II ALS landing system at Balice Airport. The system will be installed on the existing runway. This technology will allow aircraft to land during fog, a capability currently unavailable at the airport. Krakow airport president Łukasz Sutyński stated the system will allow landings and takeoffs in visibility down to 300 meters. The upgrade is expected to reduce flight disruptions by over 80%. Sutyński noted that while the issue will not be 100% resolved, it addresses long-standing problems with pilot wait times over Krakow. Krakow Airport plans to invest in a top-category landing and takeoff system to enable operations during dense fog. Pilots have reportedly experienced long wait times over Krakow while waiting to land.

One person was injured in a vehicle accident occurring between the Dąbie and Rześnica junctions. One lane heading toward Gdańsk is currently blocked due to the incident. The source did not specify the cause of the crash or the condition of the injured individual.

Local councilors in Lublin have decided that residents will not be permitted to purchase alcohol at night. The Lublin city council passed a decision during a session today to implement alcohol prohibition. Initially, sales will be prohibited between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM. Starting January 1, the ban will expand to begin at 10:00 PM. PiS councilor Tomasz Gątasz expressed doubts regarding the restrictions. The decision follows previous regulations regarding tobacco use in restaurants. Initially, alcohol sales will be prohibited from 23:00 to 06:00. PiS councilman Tomasz Gątasz noted that such bans often cause doubt and controversy. The Lublin City Council has passed a ban on the sale of alcohol during nighttime hours.