• The most mysterious couple have finally made a public appearance. Writer Jerzy Pilch (pictured above), 50, attended the Nike literary award ceremony in the company of TV announcer Joanna Racewicz, who is half his age. Both have left previous relationships.


• Minister of Internal Affairs Krzysztof Janik smokes at least a pack of cigarettes a day. Alcohol is his companion in playing cards, and also in an interesting conversation, since he plays less and less. He says alcohol relaxes and is sometimes necessary.


• Samoobrona leader Andrzej Lepper has become a grandfather. His son has a baby girl. The party presented the youngest member of the Lepper family with a big elephant that is supposed to bring good luck. The politician did not hide he was moved. His daughter-in-law and granddaughter are in good health.


• Actor Jan Nowicki has sued a neighbor who cut down 26 of his beloved spruce trees without his consent. The artist has not demanded money-he only wants to prove that her behavior was shameful. He believes she could have notified him in advance or discussed the matter.