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PASI EDU is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to educating the Polish American community and American public on Polish and Polish-American history, culture, science, and relevant current events.

There is much about Poland and American Polonia of which we are justifiably proud and must be shared because it constitutes an important part of European and American history and culture. However, our review of information sources available to the public continues to reveal significant material omissions, misrepresentations, and falsifications. These sources include public school curricula and textbooks, media news outlets, popular websites, historical literature, and other public domain content. We address these deficiencies by presenting the facts and following our motto: “Only Truth is Interesting.”

Join with us and discover a wide array of important and compelling facts, many of which are little-known but remain significant because they constitute what is known to be true.

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There are many significant facts about various aspects of modern Polish history, science, and culture that are little-known but have influenced our lives in different ways. We encourage everyone – students, teachers, parents, and community members – to learn more about them by joining PASI EDU and taking advantage of our educational content and materials.

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Photo 1 - Polish 12-Year-Old-Chess Sensation

Photos: Antek Radzimski via Instagram, Radosław Jedynak via Facebook

Polish 12-year-old chess sensation claims World Vice-Champion title at the FIDE World Cadet Chess Championships 2024 in Italy

Representing his local UKS Pionier Jastrzębie-Zdrój chess club, 12th seeded Antoni Radzimski stunned fellow competitors by finishing with a whopping 8.5 points out of 11, securing seven wins, three draws and just one loss to become the vice-world champion.

The tournament, held from November 14–27 in the coastal city of Montesilvano, brought together 151 of the best young players from around the globe.

Posting on social media, president of the Polish Chess Society, Radosław Jedynak, said: “Everything went according to plan and @antek_radzimski wins a silver medal at the World Junior Championships under 12.

“He wins the most valuable medal in his career so far and it should be remembered that he is also the current bronze medalist of the European Championships in the same age category. “There are still many years to win his first gold in the world.”

The most recent win is the latest in a string of successes for the 12-year-old. Earlier this year he took bronze at the World Rapid Chess Championship, a silver at the European Blitz Chess Championship and another bronze in classical chess.

He also contributed to a team victory for Poland. Commenting on the boy’s spectacular silver in Italy, UKS Pionier Jastrzębie-Zdrój said: “Among the entire 22-member Polish national team, Antoni was the only one to return with a trophy.”

Source: TVP World

Photo 2 - Polish Documentary

Polish director Jakub Piątek (R) and Polish producer Maciej Kubicki (L) hold their award for Arts Programming for "Pianoforte." Photo: PAP/EPA/SARAH YENESEL

Polish documentary ‘Pianoforte’ wins International Emmy Award

A Polish documentary following the lives of young pianists competing in Warsaw’s Chopin Competition has won an International Emmy Award for Artistic Programming.

Released in 2023, “Pianoforte” captures the emotional highs and lows of five young contestants as they battle to reach the final 12 from an initial field of 87 gifted musicians.

Widely regarded as one of the most prestigious classical music events, the Chopin contest has been held every five years in Warsaw since 1955 and has helped launch the careers of numerous pianists, including recent winners Rafał Blechacz and Bruce Liu.

While the competition offers unparalleled opportunities for musicians, it also comes with intense pressure, with one contestant in the film describing it as the "Olympics of piano."

The Emmy Awards, presented by the International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (IATAS), recognize outstanding productions made outside the United States.

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Source: TVP World

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Strategic partners: Polish PM Donald Tusk and Sweden's Ulf Kristersson. Photo: EPA/HENRIK MONTGOMERY via PAP/EPA.

Sweden and Poland sign strategic partnership

Sweden and Poland have signed a new strategic partnership agreement, aiming to strengthen bilateral defense ties and regional security.

The deal was finalized during a November 2024 meeting in Sweden between Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and his Swedish counterpart, Ulf Kristersson.

“This agreement makes our relationship stronger than ever before,” said Kristersson. He described the partnership as a reaffirmation of shared values and a commitment to protecting the Baltic region. “Poland’s security is Sweden’s security,” he said.

The Swedish premier said both countries agreed to work on “broader and more effective bilateral cooperation in the field of defense,” with a particular focus on Baltic Sea security.

Baltic security

Tusk, meanwhile, said the Nordic-Baltic Eight (NB8) group of countries were united on critical security issues, including the war in Ukraine. “We speak exactly the same language on matters of security and Europe’s economic independence,” he added.

Tusk thanked NB8 leaders for their interest in strengthening security in the Baltic region. “We will be discussing some form of Baltic Sea policing,” he said.

“Of course, we still have to debate the details, but I am already grateful today for the full understanding of the need to monitor the situation in the Baltic Sea and ensure security.”

He added: “In Sweden, I don’t need to convince anyone about the importance of the Baltic Sea in the security system of all Europe and the entire Western world.”

Source: TVP World

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