Frank Finelli celebrates 45 years of service at Watervliet Arsenal, marking a significant career milestone. Starting as a machine tool operator in 1974, Finelli advanced through various roles, including machinist and instrument mechanic, despite a layoff in 1999. His dedication and resilience are highlighted, along with his advice to junior employees about embracing change. Watervliet Arsenal, a historic Army manufacturing facility, acknowledges Finelli's contributions and the strong camaraderie he fostered during his tenure.

A Polish soldier, Mateusz, was fatally stabbed by a migrant while patrolling the Poland-Belarus border, highlighting rising tensions and security concerns in the region. The Polish government has accused Belarus and Russia of using migrants as tools in an asymmetric warfare campaign to destabilize Poland and the EU. In response, Poland has increased its military presence at the border and launched an information campaign to warn migrants against being misled by Belarusian and Russian authorities. The incident has sparked criticism of the Polish military's handling of border security, with President Andrzej Duda and other officials expressing concern over the treatment of soldiers involved in previous border incidents.

The article explores the role of inhibitory G proteins, specifically GNAI subunits, in the polarization of sensory hair cells (HC) in the inner ear. It highlights the complex process of HC polarization, which is crucial for directional detection of mechanical stimuli. The GPSM2-GNAI complex is identified as essential for hair bundle development, although its involvement in earlier polarization roles remains uncertain. The study also examines the effects of pertussis toxin (ptx) on HC polarization and orientation, revealing potential discrepancies in the roles of GNAI proteins. The research underscores the need for further investigation into the specific contributions of different GNAI subunits in HC morphogenesis.

North Korea's state-run Korean Central TV will soon be available globally through Shiwani TV, offering unique content such as soap operas, sitcoms, and news about Kim Jong-un. The initiative, led by the Chollima Front, aims to spread North Korean culture and information worldwide, despite potential legal issues in countries like the US and South Korea. The service, which will launch in the second half of the year, has already garnered interest from around 50 people globally. The Chollima Front, a small organization with communist views, operates within the laws of Poland, Canada, and Germany, and has the support of the North Korean embassy in Warsaw.

Poland warns that the West's hesitation in providing Ukraine with necessary military aid could lead to a nuclear arms race, as countries may seek their own nuclear deterrents. The impasse in the U.S. over a $60-billion aid package and Germany's reluctance to supply cruise missiles to Ukraine are contributing to this concern. Poland's foreign minister, Radek Sikorski, highlighted the risk of democratic nations seeking alternative security measures, potentially leading to nuclear proliferation in regions like the Far East. Experts caution that autocratic powers might emulate Russia's nuclear intimidation tactics, further escalating global tensions.

Poland is on the brink of a constitutional crisis following a confrontation involving two opposition politicians, Mariusz Kamiński and Maciej Wasik, who were barred from entering parliament. The conflict highlights deep political and judicial divisions, with the new liberal government led by Donald Tusk prioritizing the eradication of corruption linked to the previous Law and Justice administration. The situation is further complicated by differing Supreme Court rulings and the potential for early elections, as the government seeks to solidify its position while facing opposition from the president and other political factions.

Marcin Kacki, a prominent Polish journalist, has been suspended by Gazeta Wyborcza after publishing a self-investigative article detailing his troubled relationships and abusive behavior. The article, initially praised for its honesty, faced backlash when Karolina Rogaska, a journalist for Newsweek Polska, accused Kacki of omitting key details and described his actions as 'disgusting.' Following these allegations, the School of Reportage also suspended Kacki. Gazeta Wyborcza stated that Kacki had violated their trust by not disclosing his prior suspension from the college.

Grzegorz Braun, a far-right Polish MP from the Confederation party, extinguished a Jewish menorah in Poland's parliament with a fire-extinguisher during a key policy speech by Prime Minister Donald Tusk. The act, which occurred during Hanukkah, hit a Jewish woman with foam and delayed a parliamentary confidence vote. Braun's actions were widely condemned by politicians, including Speaker Szymon Holownia and Chief Rabbi Michael Schudrich. Braun faces potential expulsion from parliament and a criminal investigation. Cardinal Grzegorz Rys apologized to the Jewish community on behalf of Poland's Catholic church.

Donald Tusk has been elected as Poland's next prime minister following a vote of no confidence that ended the conservative Law and Justice party's eight-year rule. Tusk's liberal Civil Coalition, along with the conservative Third Way party and the New Left, will form the new government. Tusk aims to restore the rule of law and rebuild relations with the EU. The Law and Justice party, criticized for undermining democracy and clashing with the EU, lost its majority in the recent election. Despite its economic successes and popular social welfare programs, the party's minority government was unable to sustain power.

A far-right Polish MP, Grzegorz Braun, used a fire extinguisher to put out Hanukkah candles in Poland's parliament, causing outrage. The incident, which occurred during a key policy speech by new Prime Minister Donald Tusk, led to Braun being expelled from the session and a criminal investigation being launched. Polish politicians and religious leaders condemned Braun's actions, with some expressing shame and embarrassment. The incident delayed a parliamentary confidence vote and highlighted ongoing issues of anti-Semitism and religious intolerance.