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Warsaw (Polish Warszawa [var'?ava] ( listen); see also other names) is the capital and largest city of Poland. It is located on the Vistula River roughly 370&_160;kilometers (230&_160;mi) from both the Baltic Sea coast and the Carpathian Mountains. Its population as of 2009 was estimated at 1,709,781, and the Warsaw metropolitan area at approximately 2,785,000^[1]. The city area is 516.9&_160;square kilometers (199.6&_160;sq&_160;mi), with an agglomeration of 6,100.43&_160;square kilometers (2,355.4&_160;sq&_160;mi) (Warsaw Metro Area&_160;– Obszar Metropolitalny Warszawy).^[2] Warsaw is the 9th largest city in the European Union by population.

Warsaw is also known as the "phoenix city", as it received extensive damage during World War II, and rebuilt with the effort of Polish citizens.^[5][6] Warsaw has given its name to the Warsaw Confederation, Warsaw Pact, Warsaw Convention, Treaty of Warsaw and the Warsaw Uprising.

An older spelling of Warsaw in Polish is Warszewa or Warszowa, meaning "owned by Warsz".^[7] Folk etymology attributes the city name to a fisherman Wars and his wife Sawa.^[8] Actually, Warsz was a 12th/13th century nobleman who owned a village located at the site of today's Mariensztat neighbourhood.^[9]

The official city name in full is miasto stoleczne Warszawa (English "The Capital City of Warsaw").^[10] A native or resident of Warsaw is called Varsovian.

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1. Poland Pledges Cooperation With New Missile Defense Plan October 21, 2009 Vice President Joe Biden visited Poland and received assurances from Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk that Poland will take part in a new missile defense plan. Polish officials said they would host elements of the new plan that was announced last month in Washington. US VP Joe Biden (R) and Polish PM Donald Tusk share a laugh before talks in Warsaw, Poland, 21 Oct 2009Vice President Joe Biden is the first high-level U.S. official to visit Poland since President Barack Obama canceled the planned Central European missile shield proposed by former President George W. Bush. Biden said the new ... (read more)

2. Biden to Visit Poland, Romania, Czech Republic October 20, 2009 US VP Joseph Biden, 19 Oct 2009U.S. Vice President Joe Biden left Washington Tuesday on a four-day trip that will take him to Poland, Romania and the Czech Republic. Biden is scheduled to arrive in Warsaw late Tuesday. He is to hold talks Wednesday with Prime Minister Donald Tusk and President Lech Kaczynski. He travels to Bucharest on Thursday, and Prague on Friday. The White House has denied that Biden is being sent to eastern Europe because of anger in Warsaw and Prague over the administration's decision to scrap a Bush-era plan for a missile shield in Poland and the Czech Republic. Mr. O... (read more)

3. Polish President Signs EU Treaty October 10, 2009 Polish President Lech Kaczynski signs EU's Lisbon Treaty at presidential palace in Warsaw, 10 Oct 2009Poland's president has signed the European Union's reform treaty, leaving the Czech Republic as the only nation yet to ratify the pact.President Lech Kaczynski completed his country's ratification at a ceremony Saturday morning.  Poland's parliament approved the Lisbon Treaty last year.Mr. Kaczynski said he is convinced the new cooperation among sovereign states will be a success.All 27 EU nations must ratify the treaty, which is designed to streamline EU decision making, in order for it ... (read more)

4. Early NATO Membership Unlikely for Georgia, Ukraine September 04, 2009 Membership in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization has expanded over the years as NATO welcomed former Warsaw Pact nations and former Soviet Republics into the Western alliance. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, 12 countries from eastern and central Europe have become NATO members, almost doubling the alliance's number of countries from 15 to 28. [The 12 are Albania, Bulgaria, Croatia, the Czech Republic, Estonia, Hungary, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, Romania, Slovakia and Slovenia.]Two other former Soviet Republics - Georgia and Ukraine - have expressed interest in becoming ... (read more)

5. Polish Government and current Politics September 02, 2009 Warsaw, the capital and financial center has a president as head of state. The president is elected by direct universal suffrage every five years. Since September 10, 2006, the president is Lech Kaczynski, who is also the twin brother Jaroslaw, former prime minister. The structure of the government focuses on the Council of Ministers, headed by the prime minister. The current is Prime Minister is Donald Tusk. The president appoints the Council of Ministers and the Prime Minister, who usually belong to the majority coalition in the lower house of parliament (Sejm) which must also approve t... (read more) Author: Luka Malgaj

6. Poland Marks Anniversary of 1944 Warsaw Uprising August 01, 2009 People walk among graves at Powazki Military cemetery on the 65th anniversary of the Warsaw Uprising, in Warsaw, Poland, 01 Aug 2009Poland's capital is marking the 65th anniversary of the heroic but doomed Warsaw uprising against German occupiers during the Second World War. President Lech Kaczynski and Prime Minister Donald Tusk joined war veterans and Warsaw citizens at the commemoration Saturday.  State officials and veterans laid wreaths in a solemn ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.Sirens wailed and Warsaw fell silent for a minute at 5 p.m., the exact time when the uprising... (read more)

7. Dalai Lama Visits Germany July 29, 2009 The Dalai Lama speaking at Warsaw University, 28 Jul 2009Tibet's exiled spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, is in Germany after spending three days visiting Poland. He was greeted by local officials Wednesday in the German town of Neu-Isenburg. Hesse State Premier Roland Koch told the Dalai Lama that he has a lot of support in Germany. The Tibetan Buddhist leader will conduct a series of lectures in Germany, in addition to his meetings with local officials. He will receive an honorary doctorate from the University of Marburg Monday, before departing for Switzerland. While in Poland, the... (read more)

8. The LG Louvre GC990 says Hello July 30, 2009 Its introduction The LG Louvre GC990 has made an appearance in Warsaw, in the Korea Products Exhibition. The mobile phone made an appearance that got the mobile phone community talking and buzzing about this specs-heavy gadget. After the announcements of Ericsson and Sony that they were releasing high megapixel camera phones into the market, LG introduces this beast of a camera phone that put other camera phones to shame (or at least lower their heads in respect). Only a Concept One thing that might console other mobile phone companies is the fact that the LG Louvre GC990... (read more) Author: Simon Drew

9. LG Louvre GC990: The Flagship July 30, 2009 What is the Concept The LG Louvre GC990 appears to be a concept for a mobile phone to have a camera feature that is much more than just an add-on. It appears that LG is trying to really focus their energies on creating a phone around an incredible camera, rather than create a camera around a mobile phone. This new flagship camera phone from LG was introduced to the public in Warsaw, during the Korea Products Exhibition. And from that point on, the LG Louvre GC990 has been getting Internet chatter rolling and is generating a lot buzz, which it really deserves. What is the Hype?... (read more) Author: Simon Drew

10. Dalai Lama Calls Global Economic Crisis a Lesson July 29, 2009 The Dalai Lama speaking at Warsaw University, 28 Jul 2009Exiled Tibetan spiritual leader, the Dalai Lama, calls the current global economic crisis a lesson for people to think about other values than money.The Dalai Lama is on a three-day visit to Poland, where he spoke to an audience of students at Warsaw University Tuesday.He called the world's economic problems an "unfortunate crisis" and said people need truth and honesty in money matters.He admitted that all he knows about financial matters is that people cannot survive without money. This is the Dalai Lama's fourth visit to Poland. It co... (read more)

11. Warsaw Travel Guide for Backpackers July 09, 2009 Warsaw Travel Guide for Backpackers Known as the ‘Phoenix City’, Warsaw had to be rebuilt after its near complete destruction during World War II. Covering an area of over six thousand square kilometers, this is the eighth largest city in the European Union, which makes it quite surprising that so few backpackers truly dedicate themselves to spending time here. Generally speaking, backpackers have an easy time of it in Warsaw. Not only is the city relatively cheap when compared to other capitals in the European Union, it’s also magnificently friendly; the local population is alway... (read more) Author: Jonny Cooper

12. Stay in Warsaw apartments July 01, 2009 At the beginning of May Google has published the report "Polish tourists on the Internet" on the purchasing trends of the tourism services of Polish Internet users. The report shows that the percentage of purchases of tourism services has not changed over the previous year. Increased while the absolute number of Poles buyers travel deals on the web. The majority of buyers such as trips (up 63%) purchases of stationary travel agencies on the basis of information previously found on the Internet.Stay in Warsaw apartments A completely different situation in the case of airline tickets - as many... (read more) Author: elmo youknow

13. US Official in Poland to Discuss Missiles Threat June 29, 2009 The top U.S. military officer told Polish officials in Warsaw Monday the Obama Administration has still not decided whether to proceed with the Bush Administration's plan to build a missile defense installation in Poland and the Czech Republic. But Admiral Mike Mullen says the U.S. government is still concerned about the growing missile threat from Iran, and wants to work with its allies in the region to address it. US Navy Admiral Mike Mullen (File)At a news conference with his Polish counterpart, General Franciszek Gagor, Admiral Mullen expressed concern about what U.S. officials see as th... (read more)

14. Leszek Balcerowicz is exclusively represented for his speaking engagements by CSA Celebrity Speaker June 23, 2009 Sofia, Bulgaria – Leszek Balcerowicz, Former Polish Deputy Prime and Finance Minister & President of the National Bank is exclusively represented for his speaking engagements by CSA Celebrity Speakers. Leszek Balcerowicz is the only Central/Eastern European member of the prestigious “Group of Thirty” and he is a member of the group of trustees of the Institute of International Finance (USA) and also a Professor of Economics at the Warsaw School of Economics. Leszek Balcerowicz joins the ranks of CSA Celebrity Speakers and the leading speakers’ bureau holds the exclusive rights to represent h... (read more) Author: Christina Vlahova

15. Magdalena Wrobel March 09, 2009 Magdalena Wróbel complete in Sopot, Poland is a supermodel best acclimatized as the spokes archetypal for Wonderbra's Three Degrees of Wonder and a Victoria's Secret supermodel. Wróbel entered adobe at the age of 15 afterwards accepting credible by a belted photographer. At the age of 18, Magdalena entered the 1993 Ford Supermodel of the World claiming and placed 2nd. She started her adobe career with Eastern Models in Warsaw afore melancholia to Paris and absolutely the US as she appeared on the covers of magazines such as the French and Australian editions of Marie Claire and Glamour, as... (read more) Author: danny de

16. What are the best places to visit in Warsaw, Poland? January 28, 2009 Warsaw is one of the cities in Europe that is well known for being a tourist attraction. It is the capital city of Poland with a population of 2.2 million and is the eighth largest city in the European Union. This city has a terrific transport and communication system. The transport options available in the town include minibuses, aeroplanes, buses, rental cars, trams and taxis. Warsaw is a fairly young city but it has several tourist attractions and they are distributed in all its boroughs. Some of the most notable landmarks of the old town are the Royal Castle, King Sigismund’s Column, ... (read more) Author: Amar Shah

17. US-Polish Missile Deal Irks Russia August 22, 2008 The United States and Poland have signed an agreement to station elements of a U.S. missile defense shield on Polish soil. In this report from Washington, Senior Correspondent André de Nesnera looks at the agreement which is vehemently opposed by Russia. The agreement between Washington and Warsaw allows the United States to build, maintain and operate a military facility for ten ground-based, long-range missile interceptors. The site in Poland, along with a radar in the Czech Republic, forms the European component of a global missile defense system Washington says is needed against po... (read more)

18. Medical Malpractice New Jersey Investigations finds use of Kickbacks August 21, 2008 A federal query linked to a New Jersey medical malpractice investigation has found six medical devices companies offering kickbacks for purchasing and using their products. Implants manufactured by six different companies are now being sued for paying illegal kickbacks to doctors. The manufacturers in question include Zimmer Inc & Zimmer Holdings Inc, DuPuy Orthopedics & Biomet Inc, all of Warsaw, Ind, Smith and Nephew Inc. of Memphis, Tenn.; Stryker Orthopedics of Mahweh, N.J.; and Stryker Inc., of Kalamazoo, Mich. Besides the six manufacturers in question also over a dozen of doctors are be... (read more) Author: Paul Justice

19. Polish Cabinet Approves Missile Defense System Plan August 19, 2008 Poland's Cabinet has formally approved the agreement with the United States on deploying parts of a planned anti-missile system in the eastern European country.U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice (l) and Poland's Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski (r) speak to the press at the Okecie military airport in Warsaw, Poland, 19 Aug 2008U.S. Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice and Polish Foreign Minister Radek Sikorski are to sign the document in Warsaw Wednesday.The United States and Poland reached agreement last week after 18 months of negotiations.Russia strongly opposes the plan to base 10 inte... (read more)

20. Pole position August 06, 2008 At the crossroads of central and eastern Europe, Poland has been a country in a state of flux for much of its history. In the 20th century it has truly suffered. Large areas of it, including most of the capital, Warsaw, were flattened during World War II, and the communist era was endured under a particularly Draconian regime. After such a turbulent time, it is perhaps no surprise that the resilient Poles have grabbed the opportunities that came with the collapse of communism with both hands, and are transforming their country in a hurry. Since joining the EU in 2004, Poland has seen sign... (read more) Author: Marc Da-Silva

21. Poles who Hid Jews From Nazis Honored in Warsaw July 20, 2008 Some of the Polish Holocaust rescuers attend a gathering at a Warsaw hotel, 20 Jul 2008A U.S.-based Jewish foundation Sunday honored more than 60 elderly Polish Christians who risked their lives hiding Jews from the occupying Nazis in World War II.The Jewish Foundation for the Righteous gives Poles financial aid to help bolster their small government pensions.Some of the honorees told their stories during a ceremony in Warsaw. They spoke of hiding entire Jewish families in their homes while the Nazis prowled the streets.If the Germans had discovered the Jews, it would have meant death for the ... (read more)

22. euro 2012 poland July 06, 2008 9 June 2012 in Warsaw is the likely date for the opening euro 2012 - the unofficial deadline for the opening ceremony and first match of European Football Championships - announced Wednesday during a press conference on the Polish Football Association chairman of the team Euro 2012, Adam Olkowicz. Final will take place on 1 July in Kiev. -- June 9, 2012 year is a logical deadline for the inauguration of the championships, but completely unofficial, because no decisions have not been taken yet , what more do not even taken any discussions on this issue - said Adam Olkowicz. Head of the... (read more) Author: marek szynkiewicz

23. Lithuania Would Consider Hosting US Missile Shield if Asked June 18, 2008 Lithuania's defense minister says his country would consider hosting parts of a U.S. missile defense system if asked, but says no talks on the subject are underway.Juozas Olekas Wednesday downplayed reports there was any immediate need for such consideration. He told Lithuanian media that he believed current talks between Washington and Warsaw on deploying parts of the shield in Poland will be completed successfully.But Olekas added that if a proposal is made, Lithuania would consider all its positive and negative aspects.U.S. officials Tuesday denied a news report that the U.S. was talking t... (read more)

24. September 11 As Seen By An American From Warsaw, Poland June 11, 2008 I am sure I do not need to acquaint anyone with the facts that transpired on that day as I am convinced that everybody who is past a certain age and has the gift of literacy has had more then enough time to become acquainted with them. Therefore my intensions in writing this article are first to present my fellow Americans and those around the world with my personal view of how I saw the events. Second to tell how someone who has read what I would call an enormous amount of history books would classify this day in terms of history. I like I have already stated was born in New York City ... (read more) Author: Gianni Truvianni

25. Some Silly Facts and Truths About the Internet Writer Known As Gianni Truvianni June 11, 2008 My name is Gianni Truvianni and I would like to present myself in further detail to the readers of this website by telling some things about not only the person I am but my written work which some of you may already have become familiar with. I as some of you may already know was born in New York City in the year of 1967 but am currently living in Warsaw, Poland with my wife of the last 11 years and daughter whose expired years will number 10 on the 12 of February. As for who my parents were or are this I do not see as having any consequence on me let alone on my writing so I will just le... (read more) Author: Gianni Truvianni

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