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🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Appointments to the Constitutional Tribunal. Is it still law or just politics?

The ongoing political battle over appointments to Poland's Constitutional Tribunal reflects deep polarization and raises questions about the role of legal arguments in political decisions.

Mar 23 • 06:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Jürgen Habermas: saint, not-saint. The genius who was afraid to look at violence

This article reflects on the legacy of Jürgen Habermas following his death, highlighting his contributions to philosophy and sociology, particularly around European integration and international law.

Mar 22 • 06:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Federal Judge: Pentagon's Strict News Policy Violates the Law

A U.S. judge ruled that the Pentagon's strict press policy, initiated last year, is illegal as it restricts journalists from obtaining and publishing unapproved information.

Mar 21 • 19:22 UTC
🇸🇪 Aftonbladet
National & Local

Newspaper wins against the Pentagon

A federal judge has ruled in favor of The New York Times, requiring the Pentagon to amend its press regulations that were deemed unconstitutional.

Mar 20 • 23:27 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

Justice Referendum: The Foreign Press's Indictment - 'A Tragic Abuse of Law in Italy'

The upcoming justice referendum in Italy has drawn attention from foreign media, highlighting concerns over the country’s judicial system which is seen to still reflect fascist-era practices.

Mar 20 • 18:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Divorce without a Court. An Express Marriage Termination: Hit or Miss?

Poland's parliament has passed legislation allowing couples to obtain divorces through civil registry offices without court proceedings starting in 2027, drawing mixed reactions from legal experts and political factions.

Mar 20 • 16:49 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Why did the President veto the SAFE?

The article discusses the implications of the Polish President's veto on the SAFE program, examining the motivations and potential consequences for the right-wing electorate and governmental relationships.

Mar 19 • 18:41 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

Hormuz Strait. There is a statement from Great Britain, Germany, France, Italy, Japan, and the Netherlands

Several nations, including the UK, France, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and Japan, have condemned Iran's actions in the Strait of Hormuz and pledged to ensure the security of maritime traffic in the region.

Mar 19 • 16:40 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Minister's Press Conference Canceled Unexpectedly at the Last Minute

The planned press conference by Education Minister Anders Adlercreutz was unexpectedly canceled due to technical issues with the law's wording.

Mar 18 • 10:51 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Hungary's Foreign Minister: Rule of law in Poland is more endangered than in Hungary

Hungary's Foreign Minister Peter Szijjarto stated that the rule of law in Poland is more endangered than in Hungary, amidst ongoing political rivalry and upcoming elections in Hungary.

Mar 16 • 16:38 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Negotiates on behalf of the USA. And cashes in billions for his company

Jared Kushner, Trump’s son-in-law, is reportedly using his role as a US government envoy in the Middle East to secure billions for his private investment firm.

Mar 15 • 12:58 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

A New War on Words: How Trump and His Administration Threaten Press Freedom in America

The article discusses the threats to press freedom in America under Donald Trump's administration, particularly regarding the First Amendment.

Mar 15 • 11:27 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Norwegian press likes to refer to itself as the safety valve of the rule of law. History shows otherwise.

The article critiques the Norwegian press's role in upholding judicial transparency, particularly highlighting past failures in covering significant legal scandals.

Mar 13 • 20:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

From smoothbore weapons to bears, bison, and wolves. MPs want to effectively deter animals

Polish MPs are proposing a law to allow the use of smoothbore firearms to deter troublesome wildlife like bears and bison, citing the method’s effectiveness and safety.

Mar 13 • 18:43 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The Sejm selected six judges for the Constitutional Tribunal. Żurek appeals to Nawrocki

The Polish Sejm has appointed six judges to the Constitutional Tribunal, raising questions about the acceptance of oaths by the new members and potential challenges to the validity of parliamentary elections.

Mar 13 • 15:32 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Personal Assistance for Tedious Improvement. Our State Went to Kasprowy in Flip-Flops

The Polish parliamentary committee is slowly progressing on a personal assistance law that has been plagued by legislative errors and ambiguities.

Mar 13 • 10:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Liberia: PUL Fears Reversal of Liberia's Free Speech Gains

The Press Union of Liberia expresses concerns that a proposed amendment to a key press freedom law could threaten free speech and protections for citizens.

Mar 13 • 09:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Veto to SAFE. Nawrocki: "It strikes at our sovereignty and security"

President Karol Nawrocki vetoed a law that would fund the Polish army with €43.7 billion, citing various reasons aligned with the ruling party, PiS, which have been previously challenged by OKO.press.

Mar 12 • 19:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

In marriage and the productive age - this is the ideal of a Pole for the PiS state. And what about the rest?

A new parliamentary committee in Poland is set to discuss a proposed law regarding the status of close persons, amidst controversy and accusations of homophobia.

Mar 11 • 19:25 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The Presidium of the Sejm selected candidates for judges of the Constitutional Tribunal

The Presidium of the Sejm has recommended six candidates for judges of the Constitutional Tribunal, with opposition parties also proposing their own candidates ahead of the voting.

Mar 11 • 16:38 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Press Law: Inadmissible Reporting

A German court has ruled that the magazine 'Stern' cannot spread allegations of sexual harassment against sports official Stefan Kuntz.

Mar 11 • 15:38 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

From Printing Press to AI: EU Plans a Turning Point for Copyright

The European Parliament's Legal Affairs Committee has proposed a report addressing the challenges and opportunities of copyright law in the context of generative artificial intelligence.

Mar 11 • 05:53 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Czarnek dismantles his photovoltaics and devises plans for a coal power. Is this the end of renewable energy?

Przemysław Czarnek, a candidate for Prime Minister from the Law and Justice party, advocates for a return to coal and a forsaking of renewable energy sources.

Mar 9 • 19:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Trump blackmails Congress. It's about the electoral law

President Trump has threatened not to sign any further legislation until Congress passes his supported electoral law, known as the SAVE America Act.

Mar 8 • 17:17 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

On March 8: Equal pay starts with data. Poland before the wage transparency test

Women in Poland earn on average 8.5% less per hour than men, and this gap widens to 15-18% when accounting for factors like education and experience, with hopes for change resting on upcoming EU pay transparency regulations.

Mar 8 • 09:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Czarnek, the whip of God against Tusk's 'empty-headed' gang and 'leftists from Czarzasty

Jarosław Kaczyński announced Przemysław Czarnek as the candidate for Prime Minister from the Law and Justice party during an event in Kraków, signaling a potential shift in Polish politics ahead of the 2027 elections.

Mar 7 • 17:47 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Przemysław Czarnek as the PiS Candidate for Prime Minister

Jarosław Kaczyński announced Przemysław Czarnek as the candidate for Prime Minister from the Law and Justice party for the 2027 elections during a party convention in Krakow.

Mar 7 • 14:05 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Response by Professor Ivan Foletti According to the Press Law

Professor Ivan Foletti has responded to claims made in an article regarding his behavior towards students, emphasizing that his reply is published in accordance with the press law and does not imply the editorial stance of Deník N.

Mar 6 • 11:26 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

Hong Kong magnate Jimmy Lai will not appeal his sentence under the national security law

Jimmy Lai, the founder of the now-defunct newspaper 'Apple Daily,' has decided not to appeal his guilty verdict under Hong Kong's national security law.

Mar 6 • 06:51 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Live broadcast at 17.55: Defense Minister Häkkänen discusses government proposal regarding NATO deterrence

Defense Minister Antti Häkkänen holds a press conference to discuss a government legislative proposal related to NATO deterrence and Finland's nuclear energy law changes.

Mar 5 • 15:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The law phasing out assistance for refugees from Ukraine has come into force. What changes will there be?

New legislation in Poland limits benefits for Ukrainian refugees by linking medical care and support to employment activity, while temporary protection is extended to March 2027.

Mar 5 • 10:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The law that terminates aid for refugees from Ukraine has come into force. What changes will occur?

A new law in Poland limits aid for Ukrainian refugees, dictating their rights to residence, employment, and access to medical care based on their employment status.

Mar 5 • 09:57 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

LIVE: Explaining the amendments to the divorce process before a sworn notary

A press conference discusses new legal amendments impacting divorce proceedings in Latvia, emphasizing child protection and parental responsibility.

Mar 5 • 05:52 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Videos from g1 and TV Subaé - Wednesday, March 4, 2026

The Brazilian justice system has upheld the detention of Vorcaro and his brother-in-law amid significant allegations against them.

Mar 4 • 18:42 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Entities condemn plan to attack journalist and speak of an attack on the rule of law

Brazilian press associations have condemned a plan to attack journalist Lauro Jardim, highlighting concerns over the rule of law and freedom of expression.

Mar 4 • 16:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Belgium demands 10 million euros bail for detained Russian tanker

Belgium is requiring a €10 million bail for the release of the detained Russian tanker Ethera, which was found to have violated maritime regulations.

Mar 4 • 10:37 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

The Oder as a Person? The State Council for Nature Conservation: "We Have a Different Legal Tradition"

The State Council for Nature Conservation in Poland expressed skepticism about the proposal to grant legal personhood to the Oder River, suggesting that implementing such a solution in Polish law would be challenging.

Mar 4 • 09:23 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Establishment of Air Raid Relief Law in Current Diet Session: Victims' Press Conference 'Delays Are Unacceptable'

Air raid victims urge the Japanese government to pass a relief law without further delay during a press conference.

Mar 3 • 10:30 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

Trump Speaks About Iran in Putin's Language. And the Kremlin Doesn't Like It Much

The article discusses Russian condemnation of the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, framing it as a violation of international law and drawing parallels to Russia's own actions in Ukraine.

Mar 3 • 06:15 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Constitutionalists Will Represent Poland in the Venice Commission. Professor Sadurski and Professor Florczak

Poland appoints constitutional law experts Professors Sadurski and Florczak to the Venice Commission, replacing controversial judges.

Mar 2 • 20:34 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
Crime & Justice

He wanted to rape an ostrich, beat it and kicked it. Łukasz S. received a harsh sentence for killing Zenek

Łukasz S. was sentenced to seven years in prison for the cruel killing of an ostrich in Poland.

Mar 2 • 19:11 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Venice Commission on the neo-judge law: the direction of changes is good, but the project requires corrections

The Venice Commission generally supports the draft law concerning neo-judges but suggests significant amendments.

Mar 2 • 06:10 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
World

Costa and von der Leyen call for 'maximum restraint'

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa urged all parties to exercise restraint, protect civilians, and fully respect international law amidst rising tensions following an attack in Iran.

Feb 28 • 11:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

There are five candidates for the new president of the Supreme Court. They were chosen secretly behind closed doors

The Supreme Court Judges' Assembly selected five candidates for the position of Chief Justice, a process that was closed to the media.

Feb 27 • 13:42 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Prime Minister: SAFE 'as far as the comma' according to our hopes

Prime Minister Donald Tusk defends the SAFE program on the day of voting for a law that will allow Poland to participate in a joint EU loan for military purposes.

Feb 27 • 11:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

In Hong Kong, democracy activist Jimmy Lai's fraud conviction overturned, still serving another sentence

Hong Kong's appeal court has overturned the fraud conviction of media mogul and democracy activist Jimmy Lai, but he remains imprisoned for other charges.

Feb 26 • 06:28 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Will the Right Win in 2027? Not Necessarily. In the Era of Triopoly, the Chances of Liberals and the Left are Growing

Polls suggest an uptick in anti-right sentiments in Poland, indicating challenges for the ruling Law and Justice Party (PiS) as support declines and new political configurations emerge.

Feb 25 • 09:45 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

We reveal the Polish-Hungarian network. Included are Piebiak, neo-judges of the Supreme Court, Czarnek, and the former deputy president of the Constitutional Tribunal

A large group of Polish lawyers and beneficiaries of the PiS power in Poland is reportedly collaborating with a network of Hungarian law professors closely aligned with Viktor Orban's Fidesz party.

Feb 25 • 06:00 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

No charges, posters to be returned to Canberra bar after seizures under new hate laws

Canberra police will return seized posters to a local bar owner as they have decided not to press charges under new hate laws.

Feb 25 • 04:18 UTC
🇵🇱 Oko.press
National & Local

Wrocław University did not agree to the debate between Patryk Jaki and Tobiasz Bocheński

The University of Wrocław has refused to host a political debate organized by the Law and Justice party, citing its neutrality and commitment to good practices in higher education.

Feb 24 • 17:39 UTC

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