The most popular baby names in Poland in the second half of 2025

Zofia and Nikodem are the most popular names given to children in the last half of 2025 - according to the latest ranking by the Ministry of Digital Affairs.more

Following the shelter scandal, funds were allocated for the National Dog and Cat Registration System. The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development has declared that it will cover most of the costs associated with launching and maintaining KROPiK. The total cost will exceed PLN 130 million over 10 years, according to yesterday's edition of ‘Dziennik Gazeta Prawna’.more

Poland's population at the end of 2025 fell by 157,000 year-on-year to 37.332 million, according to the Central Statistical Office (GUS). The actual decline rate was -0.42%, meaning that for every 10,000 people, the population decreased by approximately 42 people (compared to 39 people in 2024).more

The annual military qualification exercise, which will encompass 235,000 individuals, primarily men born in 2007, begins on Monday, February 2nd. Its purpose is to assess the fitness of those eligible for service and enter their data into military records. The entire process will last until April 30th.more

The most popular air travel destinations to and from Poland in the first half of 2025 were the United Kingdom and Italy, according to data from the Civil Aviation Authority (ULC). The number of travelers to and from these countries amounted to 3.95 million and 3.09 million, respectively. The most popular cities were London and Milan.more

According to the latest data from the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS), there are over four thousand people living in Poland who, having reached the age of 100, receive the so-called honorary benefit. Currently, it amounts to less than PLN 6,600 gross per month, according to Sebastian Szczurek, spokesperson for the Opole branch of ZUS.more

The median earnings of professional drivers in Poland last year amounted to PLN 9,000 net, and the average salary increased by over 13 per cent in two years, according to a report by the Truckers Life foundation. At the same time, the authors of the study pointed out that the industry is short of 100,000 to 200,000 employees.more

Repeat offenders who violate a court-imposed driving ban will, as a rule, lose their driving licence for life, and participants and organisers of illegal races will also face consequences. These are just some of the many changes that will come into force on Thursday (29 January), when the Act on Improving Road Safety comes into force, according to the Prawo.pl service.more

Although the overall suicide rate in Poland has been declining since 2023, experts have warned that an increase is being observed among children and adolescents under 19. A high percentage of girls committing suicide is also characteristic of this age group.more

Poles recognise the problem of excessive activity of children and young people on social media and the risks associated with it, according to a survey by IBRiS, writes Monday's ‘Rzeczpospolita’.more

Yesterday, before midnight, the 34th Grand Finale of the Great Orchestra of Christmas Charity had over PLN 183 million in its account. The final result, which is always higher than the amount on the day of the finale, will be announced by the Foundation in a few weeks.more

Irish carrier Ryanair will offer 10 routes in its summer flight schedule from Jasionka Airport near Rzeszów. Edinburgh will be a new addition, remaining in the network in the summer following its success in the winter.more

Alcohol prices in Poland are not keeping pace with wage growth, which means that alcohol is becoming more affordable. According to the World Health Organisation, this is one of the factors that may contribute to higher alcohol consumption.more

Last year saw an increase in the number of applications from foreigners for Polish citizenship, confirming the continuing interest in settling in Poland, as reported by ‘Dziennik Gazeta Prawna’ on Wednesday.more

Poland is carrying out the biggest modernisation of its navy since the Cold War and is developing long-neglected maritime capabilities in response to the threat posed by Russia in the Baltic Sea, the British newspaper Financial Times reported on Thursday.more

2025 was another year of improvement in the well-being of Poles. Compared to 2024, there was an increase in the number of respondents declaring that they often felt proud of their achievements. Their percentage is the highest since 1990, according to a CBOS survey published on Monday.more

Wizz Air plans to launch routes to Varna, Bulgaria, and Rimini, Italy, from Warsaw-Modlin Airport, as well as a connection between Kraków and Rhodes, Greece, the airline announced. The airline added that the first flights on the new routes will take place in May and June of this year.more

According to data provided by companies in the tourism industry, Poles mainly choose to spend their holidays in southern Europe or warm countries, including Spain, Malta, Egypt, Morocco and the United Arab Emirates.more

Poles who drink alcohol most often reach for beer. According to a study by Brainlab, 54% believe that advertisements ignore the negative effects of drinking. Student Action, which presented the study's findings, calls for, among other things, a ban on alcohol advertising.more

Wizz Air will launch a direct connection between Krakow and Budapest on 29 April. Flights will operate four times a week, the carrier said in a statement.more

Lublin Airport will launch three new routes this year – to Maastricht, Rijeka and Trapani – the company's management announced last week. Last year, the airport handled 11 per cent more passengers. The airport authorities expect last year's financial loss to be reduced by several million zlotys.more

Tax revenues in Poland, relative to GDP, are among the lowest in the EU, especially when compared to rapidly growing public spending, the "Puls Biznesu" newspaper reported in Tuesday's edition. However, Finance and Economy Minister Andrzej Domański has declared that there will be no new taxes, the newspaper noted.more

Multicoloured vegetables and fruit, followed by whole grain products, then healthy sources of protein with limited meat content, and finally nuts, legumes and eggs – these are the current dietary recommendations for Poles. For several years now, they have been presented in the form of a so-called plate, which replaced the previous pyramid.more

The value and quantity of alcoholic beverages sold is decreasing, while non-alcoholic beer and wine sales are increasing. The alcohol-free market is now worth PLN 2 billion, according to Friday's edition of ‘Rzeczpospolita’.more

A survey conducted by the Pollster Research Institute on behalf of ‘Super Express’ shows that 69% of respondents reject Polexit, and 70% do not want to adopt the euro.more

Poles are divided when it comes to opinions on the possible outbreak of war with Russia, with 47% fearing such a scenario and 42% not, according to a poll commissioned by Radio ZET.more