A Pope's Visit May Bring Hope, But Does It Also Bring Change?
During a papal visit, the media swarm and security is intense. He speaks of issues that face the country. After he goes, is there any lasting legacy?
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Voters In Poland, Guatemala And Argentina Surprise Establishment Candidates
Polish and Guatemalan voters have decisively rejected their current leadership, while Argentina is headed for a run-off. Candidates from the right won in Switzerland.
Vatican Fires Priest After He Comes Out As Gay Ahead Of Bishops' Meeting
Monsignor Krzysztof Charamsa appeared at a news conference with his partner. In an interview he called the Church's stance on homosexuality "backwards."
Secret Nazi Treasure Train May Have Been Found, Polish Official Says
Deputy Culture Minister Piotr Zuchowski says images from ground-penetrating radar have him "99 percent convinced" of the location of the hidden train, which may contain gold, gems and other loot.
For Poland's Gay Community, A Shift In Public Attitudes, If Not Laws
Poland does not allow gay marriage or same-sex unions, and is unlikely to amend these laws anytime soon. But the city of Gdansk elected an openly gay mayor and has hosted its first gay pride march.
With Tensions Rising, Poland Erects Observation Towers On Russian Border
Like many former Soviet satellite states, Poland is suspicious of Russian intentions these days. Poles are joining homegrown militias, and authorities have placed observation towers along the border.
Hungary Joins Poland In Condemnation Of FBI Chief's Holocaust Remarks
In a speech last week, James Comey had linked the two countries to the killing of Jews during the Holocaust. They have both said the killings occurred when they were occupied by the Nazis.
FBI Chief's Comments Linking Poland To Holocaust Draw Angry Response
In a speech last week, James Comey appeared to suggest that Poles had been complicit in the Holocaust. Polish leaders, who have long recoiled at that assertion, demanded an apology.
Plagued By Smog, Krakow Struggles To Break Its Coal-Burning Habit
Russian gas is expensive, so many Poles still rely on coal. Krakow is one of the most polluted cities in the EU's most polluted country. All that coal is akin to "smoking 2,000 cigarettes per year."
Archaeologists Find Ancient Evidence Of Cheese-Making
Scientists have detected milk fat on 7,000-year-old pottery vessels from archaeological sites in Northern Europe. They think it's the earliest evidence of cheese-making, and they argue dairy products gave early farmers an evolutionary edge.