Analysis-Czech, Polish firms snap up German Mittelstand bargains

By Michael Kahn and Anna Koper PRAGUE/WARSAW (Reuters) -A growing wave of bankruptcies in Germany’s stuttering economy is spurring Czech and Polish businesses to snap up struggling companies across the border to fuel expansion into Europe’s...

The Case for Sustaining Undergraduate Research at Small Colleges

As a first-generation college student, my educational experience was transformed by an invitation by a faculty member to become involved in her research project. The work was fascinating and empowering, giving me both the direction and confidence...

Poland Spring reduces water withdrawals from some Maine springs due to drought

Poland Spring has confirmed it is reducing the amount of water it withdraws from some Maine springs, as many parts of the state endure severe and extreme drought conditions.The latest update from the U.S. Drought Monitor indicates that as of...

Polish president signs zero income tax law for parents with two kids

Published on 16/10/2025 - 18:20 GMT+2 •Updated 18:52 Poland's president has signed a new law introducing zero personal income tax (PIT) for parents raising at least two children, a reform which aims to support families, increase household income...

Dietary Fiber Gummies Market to Reach USD 13.44 billion by 2032, Growing At An 11.2% CAGR - Credence Research

PUNE, India, Oct. 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Market Overview The dietary fiber gummies market is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by increasing health consciousness, rising digestive health concerns, and consumer preference for convenient...

Klarna targets UK banks with debit card and digital wallet

Klarna is taking aim at the UK’s retail banking sector with the launch of a digital wallet and debit card — its most direct challenge yet to traditional banks’ dominance of everyday consumer spending. The two new products, Klarna Balance and the...

People Hit Their Cognitive Peak at 60, Research Suggests

Society often treats youth as the height of human ability, but new research suggests our all-around mental and emotional peak arrives decades later. A study led by Gilles Gignac of the University of Western Australia and Marcin Zajenkowski of the...

Polish opposition politicians to stand trial accused of violating ban on holding office

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World News | COAS Gen Dwivedi, Polish Counterpart Discuss Strengthening Defence Cooperation at UNTCC in Delhi

New Delhi [India], October 17 (ANI): Chief of Army Staff (COAS) General Upendra Dwivedi and Lieutenant General Marek Arkadiusz Sokolowski, General Commander of the Polish Armed Forces, held a detailed discussion on enhancing defence cooperation on...

Ukraine and Poland sign letter of intent on defense industry cooperation

Kyiv and Warsaw have signed a letter of intent to enhance cooperation between their defense industries. The announcement was made by Polish Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz on social media platform...

Warsaw Man Arrested for Alleged OWI, Battery

InkFreeNews.com Posted Oct 16, 2025 Updated: Oct 15, 2025 @ 3:37 PM Staff Report WARSAW — A Warsaw man was arrested for allegedly operating a vehicle while intoxicated and committing battery. James P. Bishop James P. Bishop, 51, 920 Anchorage...

Polish Foreign Ministry: agreement reached on release of Polish and Belsat political prisoners

The US and Minsk authorities have agreed on the release of Polish political prisoners and Belsat employees from behind bars in Belarus. This was reported by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of Poland, Marcin Bosacki, on X....

Dubai’s flexible digital business environment fuels technological innovation

DUBAI: Expand North Star 2025, organised by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, attracted strong participation from European startups and innovators. The event served as a dynamic platform to showcase the...

European entrepreneurs at Expand North Star: Dubai’s flexible digital business environment fuels technological innovation

The event reinforces Dubai’s position as a key gateway for European startups and innovators seeking international expansion, investment opportunities, and strategic partnerships. Dubai, UAE – Expand North Star 2025, organised by Dubai World Trade...

Polish brewery with 700-year tradition closed by Heineken-owned Żywiec Group

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Econergy confirms Apple as counterpart to its first vPPA in Poland

Econergy entered its first vPPA covering 75 percent of the plant’s generation for a 19-year term under a vPPA structure. This new announcement confirms that Apple is the offtaker in this transaction. The Resko agreement has already been a...

Poland Named The Condition Under Which It Will Open "Bobrowniki" And "Kuznica"

"We are constantly monitoring this process." If new circumstances arise in relations with Belarus, Poland will take advantage of them to open border crossings from the Podlaskie Voivodeship. Polish Interior and Administration Minister Martin...

Poland’s Orlen Neptun Gets Green Light for Baltic East Offshore Transmission Infrastructure

Poland’s Orlen Neptun has secured permits for the offshore transmission infrastructure for the 1 GW Baltic East offshore wind farm. The newly secured permits allow for the installation of artificial islands, structures, facilities, and submarine...

Specialist chapter: From quiet portfolios to strategic leverage: turning deep-tech patents into real value

In summary Deep-tech start-ups often file patents early to protect inventions and attract talent, but as they scale, portfolios go dormant and value is lost. This article explores why patent monetisation is typically deferred, how “innovation...

Polish PM Tusk blames partners, presidents and opposition for unmet promises

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk has said he accepts that his government has failed to deliver on many important election pledges. But, on the second anniversary of returning to power and two years ahead of Poland’s next parliamentary elections,...