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Were Polish troops in Nazi's military traitors or victims?
Up to 450,000 Poles served in the Wehrmacht, the armed forces of Nazi Germany, during World War II. For years, they were viewed in Poland as traitors. But as an exhibition in Gdansk shows, the truth is more complicated.
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Poles in the Wehrmacht: traitors or victims of Nazi Germany?
Up to 450,000 Poles served in the Wehrmacht, the armed forces of Nazi Germany, during World War II. For years, they were viewed in Poland as traitors. But as an exhibition in Gdansk shows, the truth is more complicated.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:DRC: Mutamba graft trial exposes justice system fault lines
Former Congolese Justice Minister Mutamba vowed to come down hard on embezzlers. Now, he has been sentenced to three years, with hard labor, for allegedly stealing funds intended for the construction of a prison.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Flyer frenzy: Are Radiohead teasing their first gigs in seven years in European cities?
Flyers have been popping up in various European cities, with fans only given dates and no venues. Could the band be about to hit the road for the first time in seven years? And does this mean a new album is on the way?
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Jane Street challenges Indian regulatorβs market manipulation claims
US high-frequency trading firmβs filing said it was denied access to crucial documents for its defence
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Insecurity - Tinubu Directs Immediate Review of Security Operations in Katsina
[Premium Times] "The security challenges that we are facing are surmountable. Yes, we have porous borders."
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Russian forces launch overnight strikes on eastern and western Ukraine
Russian forces struck eastern and western Ukraine overnight into Wednesday, injuring civilians in Druzhkivka and destroying garages in the Khmelnytskyi region, according to emergency officials.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:BIGDβs Pulse Survey Was About Voicing Citizensβ Hopes and Concerns, Not Predicting the Election Outcome
BRAC researchers respond to the concerns raised about the BIGD Pulse Survey in a recent Diplomat op-ed.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Italian tenor Andrea Bocelli brings his voice to Samarkandβs historic heart
Under the starry sky of the ancient Uzbek city, Andrea Bocelli's famous tenor voice rose against the backdrop of Registan Square β a site that has stood for centuries as the heart of Silk Road culture.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Poland cuts key interest rate by a quarter point as inflation eases
The countryβs annual inflation rate cooled to 2.8% in August, following a peak of over 18% in 2023.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Foreign investors on edge over fate of Turkey's opposition leader
Foreign investors on edge over fate of Turkey's opposition leader Submitted by Ragip Soylu on Wed, 09/03/2025 - 12:00 A court may remove CHP leader Ozgur Ozel from office and unleash costly economic volatility Long-term investors look at judicial independence, political stability and democratic accountability to safeguard their investments (Reuters/Imago) Off Foreign investors are closely watching a court case that...
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:China, North Korea perform delicate diplomatic dance
North Korea's Kim Jong Un and Russian leader Vladimir Putin flanked Chinese President Xi Jinping at an event to mark the end of World War II. It gives a chance for Kim to get more support from his allies.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Fact check: debunking viral claims about Spanish olive oil
Several viral online claims are suggesting that Spanish olive oil is being secretly mixed with Moroccan oil. Others say that the government is preparing to recall olive oil products from the market due to overproduction. One of these claims is false - and the other, only partially true.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:UK deputy prime minister Angela Rayner admits underpaying tax
Labour politician refers herself to governmentβs ethics adviser over 800,000 Hove flat
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:EU offers safeguards to ease farmersβ fears over Mercosur trade deal
Brussels wants to secure final approval for pact with Argentina, Brazil, Paraguay and Uruguay by December
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Toothache and cavities: Which EU countries struggle the most with access to dental care?
Older EU citizens often skip dental care due to high costs, long travel, or lengthy waiting lists, more so than younger people.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:US Policy Shift Complicates South Korean Semiconductor Operations in China
The revocation of VEU status for Samsung and SK Hynix threatens the long-term viability of their facilities in China.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Afghanistan quake: Why are women struggling to get help?
After Afghanistan's deadly earthquake, injured women and girls face a dire lack of medical care. Taliban restrictions and cultural barriers leave many without help.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Greek Parliament Passes Law Criminalizing Illegal Stay and Easing Deportations
The new law introduces prison terms, abolishes residency regularization and shortens deadlines for voluntary departure. On Wednesday, Greeceβs Parliament approved a law that tightens migration policy by introducing prison sentences of up to five years for βillegal stay,β eliminating the possibility of residency regularization after seven years and facilitating the forced deportation of rejected asylum [β¦]
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Google shares jump after judge refrains from ordering break-up
Alphabet and Apple shares gain after judgeβs ruling is better for the companies than investors had feared
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Axes of Evil: UBSβs bubble trouble
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Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Israelβs Smotrich unveils plan to annex majority of West BankΒ
Israelβs Smotrich unveils plan to annex majority of West Bank Submitted by MEE staff on Wed, 09/03/2025 - 14:04 The Palestinian Authority will be βdestroyedβ if it dares to resist, says finance minister Israeli Finance Minister Bezalel Smotrich during a press conference regarding settlements expansion in the occupied West Bank, 14 August 2025 (Ronen Zvulun/Reuters) Off Israelβs finance minister and de facto "governor"...
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:China's Xi steals the limelight in a defiant push against US-led world order
President Xi shows off his power and influence in an open challenge to US supremacy and the world order.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Israelis stage 'day of disruption' against reservists call-up for Gaza City operation
The IDF said last month that Defence Minister Israel Katz had approved plans for an expanded military operation into Gaza City and that 60,000 reservists would be called up to support it.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:The SCO and the New Multipolar Order: Key Takeaways from the 2025 Tianjin Summit
Each year, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) meets to review previous agreements and redefine priorities. However, the 2025 summit, held in Tianjin from August 31 to September 1, will go down in history as one of the most important since the allianceβs founding in 2001. With the participation of figures such as Chinese President Xi [β¦]
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:What Were the Weapons on Display in Chinaβs Military Parade?
China unveiled numerous new weapons, including nuclear-capable ICBMs.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:UN force in Lebanon slams Israeli drone attack on peacekeepers
UN force in Lebanon slams Israeli drone attack on peacekeepers The UN Interim Force in Lebanon said Wednesday that Israeli drones dropped four grenades near peacekeepers in "one of the most serious attacks" on its personnel since a November ceasefire. The truce ended more than a year of hostilities and two months of open war between Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, but the United Nations has reported...
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Train Derailment - NRC Sets Up Incident Desk to Handle Enquiries
[Vanguard] The Nigerian Railway Corporation (NRC) has established an incident desk to handle inquiries and provide regular updates on the derailed Abuja-Kaduna Train Service (AKTS).
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Climate injustice no excuse for Pakistanβs climate inaction
From an abstract threat to an existential challenge, climate change has accelerated across the planet β wrecking ecosystems, sinking social structures and destroying livelihoods. Among the most vulnerable nations, Pakistan stands out as acutely exposed. The 2022 floods β arguably the worst in Pakistanβs history βsubmergeda third of the country, affected 33 million people, caused [β¦] The post Climate injustice no excuse...
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Austrian police raid Labubu store in Vienna for suspected tax evasion
The tax police inspected a pop-up store in Vienna's city centre selling the hyped and much-coveted Labubu cuddly toys and found a wide range of violations of the law.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Peter Salzmannβs 347 km/h wingsuit record shown in new footage
Images released this week show Austrian wingsuit pilot Peter Salzmann setting a new world speed record in August, reaching 347 km/h during a free fall over Switzerland.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: NCDC Reports Three New Lassa Fever Cases in Edo, Ondo
[Vanguard] The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention, NCDC, has released its Lassa Fever Situation Report for Week 34 (August 18-24, 2025), confirming three new cases in Edo and Ondo states.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:New climate assessment for Jackdaw gas field
Oil giant Shell had to review its assessment after a judge ruled the Jackdaw field was permitted unlawfully.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Nigeria: Gunmen Displace 300 Persons, Set Ablaze 30 Homes in Plateau
[Leadership] Gunmen suspected to be herders have displaced over 300 persons while 30 homes were set ablaze in the last few days in 10 communities of Qua'an-pan local government areas of Plateau State.
Published on: September 03, 2025 | Source:Chicago is the Murder Capital of the World!: Trump
The U.S. President insists on sending troops to Chicago despite opposition. U.S. President Donald Trump could soon send the National Guard to crack down on crime in Chicago, following weeks of deployment in Washington, D.C., despite continued opposition. RELATED: Trumpβs National Guard Deployment in Los Angeles Was Illegal: Judge Breyer While Trump has been threatening [β¦]
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