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Thousands march in Poland over Acta internet treaty

BBC News - Jan 26, 2012
More than 10000 people have taken to Poland's streets to protest the signing of an international treaty activists say amounts to internet censorship. Prime Minister Donald Tusk says his government will on Thursday sign the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade ...

Charles Poland Receives NOVA's Outstanding Faculty Award

FairfaxNews.com - Jan 25, 2012
Dr. Charles Poland of Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) has received the 2012 Outstanding Faculty Award, administered by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia and sponsored by Dominion. Poland is one of 12 faculty members from ...

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Reuters - Jan 25, 2012
Here are news stories, press reports and events to watch, which may affect Poland's financial markets on Wednesday. ALL TIMES GMT (Poland: GMT + 1 hour): KGHM Poland will take a closer look at copper miner KGHM's plans to buy Canadian listed rival ...

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Travel Poland 2012 - Illustrated Guide, Phrasebook & Maps. Includes Warsaw, Krakow and more

by: MobileReference
This illustrated Travel Guide is designed for optimal navigation on Kindle and other electronic devices. It is indexed alphabetically and by category, making it easier to access individual articles. Articles feature information about attractions, landmarks, districts, transportation, cultural venues, dining, history and much more. Addresses, telephones, hours of operation and admissions information are included.

The guide is complimented by clearly marked maps that are linked to city attractions.
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Frommer's Poland

by: Mark Baker, Kit F. Chung
With the stunningly beautiful architecture of Krakow, the cultural attractions of Warsaw, the somber Holocaust museums, spectacular hiking in the Tatra Mountains, and the seaside resorts of the Baltic Coast, Poland offers a range of attractions to suit every traveler's tastes. Frommer's Poland provides detailed maps, thoroughly researched reviews of reputable accommodations, dining recommendations, and suggested itineraries that allow readers to tailor a vacation uniquely suited to their needs, all written with Frommer's trusted insider perspective and outspoken opinions.
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Lonely Planet Poland

by: Neal Bedford, Steve Fallon, Marika Mcadam, Tim Richards
Discover Poland

Descend to the Dragon's Den beneath the grandeur of Krakow's Wawel Castle
Enjoy guilt-free calories eating Pope John Paul II's favorite cream cake
Learn how to determine real amber from fake with a cigarette lighter
Take a quintessential Polish tipple, vodka flavored with lemon, pepper or 'bison grass'

In This Guide:

Four authors, 133 days of in-country research
New Activities chapter highlights opportunities for trekkers, skiers, and kayakers.
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Michelin Green Guide Poland

by: Michelin Travel & Lifestyle
Green Guide Poland makes it easy to navigate your way through this extraordinary country. Fully updated, lively descriptions complimented with maps and illustrations will have you walking through Chopin's house in Warsaw, discovering Bieszczady's famed wooden churches, clambering over Malbork Castle, the red-brick fortress in Pomerania. Savor culinary specialties like fruit-filled pierogi, shop for traditional handicrafts, stay in a renaissance castle. With the address book and suggested driving and walking itineraries, you will find a wealth of activities and sites to explore.
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Kraków: Poland's Cultural Capital

Kraków emerged from WWII virtually unscathed. As a result, today the city is Poland's leading tourist attraction, with plenty of top notch sights. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

 

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Polska? Tak!

What's special about Poland? Together with Val Kilmer, Natalie Portman, Russell Crowe and many more world celebrities discover the uniqueness of Poland!

 

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Poland riots video: Clashes with police on Independence Day in Warsaw

Polish riot police used batons, teargas and water cannon against thousands of right-wing and left-wing demonstrators after Independence Day observances Friday turned into clashes in which police were attacked by leftist and right-wing marchers. The November 11 celebration marked the day in 1918 when Poland regained its independence after having been carved up for 123 years by Prussia, Austria, and Russia. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

 

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Poland crash landing: Boeing 767 touches down without wheels in Warsaw

A Boeing 767 from Newark, New Jersey with 230 passengers onboard made an emergency landing in Warsaw after its landing gear failed to open. The plane landed on its belly without its wheels. None of the passengers was injured. The pilots circled above the airport for about an hour before crash landing after they discovered a problem with landing gear. A fire brigade laid out special material with fire-fighting substances for the plane to land on. Passengers rushed out of the plane. RT on Twitter twitter.com RT on Facebook www.facebook.com

 

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Raw Video: Plane Lands in Poland Wheels Up

A LOT Polish Airlines Boeing 767 from Newark, New Jersey, carrying 230 passengers made an emergency landing in Warsaw after its landing gear failed to open. No one was injured. (Nov. 1)