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Nicușor Dan explains TV-free home, absence from Mircea Lucescu’s funeral and plans regarding official residence move

Nicușor Dan explains TV-free home, absence from Mircea Lucescu’s funeral and plans regarding official residence move

President Nicușor Dan explained that he does not have a television at home for reasons related to his children’s education, stating that they have limited access to screens and only…

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First look: Sleeping pods in economy class. Snoring allowed, but no eating or sharing

First look: Sleeping pods in economy class. Snoring allowed, but no eating or sharing

For passengers in the economy class, marathon flights of over 15–17 hours could become easier to bear with the emergence of a real alternative to restless sleep in a seat.…

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Japanese Ambassador Promotes Pleșcoi Sausages and Mud Volcanoes: “My Shoe Was Swallowed” (Video)

Japanese Ambassador Promotes Pleșcoi Sausages and Mud Volcanoes: “My Shoe Was Swallowed” (Video)

The Ambassador of Japan to Romania, Takashi Katae, recounts through a video clip a funny moment when his shoe got swallowed by mud after a visit to Muddy Volcanoes, as…

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Wealthy Gulf Residents Pay $350,000 for Emergency Flights to Europe

Wealthy Gulf Residents Pay $350,000 for Emergency Flights to Europe

Against the backdrop of Iranian attacks on Gulf cities, Riyadh has become the main evacuation route for the very wealthy and executives stranded in the region. With most airports closed…

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Europe’s Priciest and Cheapest Destinations for Eating Out and Staying Overnight

Europe’s Priciest and Cheapest Destinations for Eating Out and Staying Overnight

Switzerland is the most expensive country for restaurants and hotels among 37 European countries, according to the latest Eurostat data. North Macedonia is the cheapest destination, with prices 50% below…

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The most powerful passports in 2026: where does Romania rank globally

The most powerful passports in 2026: where does Romania rank globally

The „strongest” passports in the world in 2026 come from Asia, according to the most recent ranking by the Henley Passport Index. Leading the list are Singapore, Japan, and South…

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The surprising recommendation of tourism experts for 2026: A small European country with 1,500 islands

The surprising recommendation of tourism experts for 2026: A small European country with 1,500 islands

A small European country made up of over 1,500 islands is the unexpected recommendation of tourism experts for the year 2026. The country rich in natural beauty is not overrun…

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The City That Becomes Four Times More Expensive Starting in 2026

The City That Becomes Four Times More Expensive Starting in 2026

The tourist tax paid by visitors to Brașov and Poiana Brașov resort will increase fourfold in 2026. The decision was made by the Brașov Local Council, which established the new…

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What Romanians searched for on Google in 2025 - Nicușor Dan vs. George Simion, Labubu, Cerin diet and lamb drob

What Romanians searched for on Google in 2025 - Nicușor Dan vs. George Simion, Labubu, Cerin diet and lamb drob

Nicușor Dan, George Simion, Labubu toy, the movie „Nosferatu,” the recipe for lamb drob, the Cerin diet, and „What does the ballot look like” are among the top searches on…

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The secret of the fish soup, learned from a fisherman in the Danube Delta. Report from Sulina

The secret of the fish soup, learned from a fisherman in the Danube Delta. Report from Sulina

It’s autumn, and Sulina is slowly sinking into silence. The tourists have left, they will only return next spring, when they will be able to once again admire nature in…

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Czech President Goes Incognito on Motorcycle Tour Across Romania (Photo)

Czech President Goes Incognito on Motorcycle Tour Across Romania (Photo)

Czech President Petr Pavel spent a few days on vacation in Romania, choosing to explore the country incognito on a motorcycle, alongside a small group of friends. Setting aside official…

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Two roads in Romania, included among the most spectacular roads in Europe

Two roads in Romania, included among the most spectacular roads in Europe

Japanese constructor Honda has launched an interactive map of the „best European roads,” intended for owners of the Civic Type R sports model, to mark 30 years since its debut…

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How to Find Lost Items: 6 Effective Methods

How to Find Lost Items: 6 Effective Methods

The last thing you need is to misplace an item, especially when you’re in a hurry and it’s very valuable. But if you know how to search methodically, you have…

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Labubu, the ugly doll turned global obsession, has made its creator ultra-rich. It has surpassed Barbie and Hello Kitty

Labubu, the ugly doll turned global obsession, has made its creator ultra-rich. It has surpassed Barbie and Hello Kitty

The Labubu dolls, with their quirky smiles and cute yet somewhat ugly appearance, have become a global phenomenon, turning the Chinese company Pop Mart into a giant in the toy…

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Untold 2025 starts on a national day of mourning: the festival will not be affected

Untold 2025 starts on a national day of mourning: the festival will not be affected

Cluj-Napoca is getting ready to host, starting Thursday, August 7, the tenth edition of the Untold festival, one of the largest music events in Europe. The festival’s opening takes place…

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Romania, promoted for free in Qatar with commercials signed by Charlie Ottley (Video)

Romania, promoted for free in Qatar with commercials signed by Charlie Ottley (Video)

The Ministry of Tourism is conducting, between July 21-27, 2025, a campaign to promote Romania in the capital of Qatar, Doha. The campaign benefits from free exposure, provided by Dooha…

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The new capitals of luxury. The cities where the super-rich of the world feel best

The new capitals of luxury. The cities where the super-rich of the world feel best

What does „living well” mean for the wealthiest people in the world? The answer changes from year to year – and it’s no longer just about expensive watches or spectacular…

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More expensive holidays in Europe: Who will pay more for vacations

More expensive holidays in Europe: Who will pay more for vacations

British and American tourists could face higher fees to enter the European Union as part of a plan aimed at increasing the bloc’s tax revenues. The EU is considering an…

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Florence finally gets rid of the crane that appeared in more selfies than Michelangelo's David

Florence finally gets rid of the crane that appeared in more selfies than Michelangelo's David

After nearly two decades of dominating the aesthetically challenged skyline of Florence and unintentionally appearing in countless postcards and selfies, a 60-meter-tall crane will finally be dismantled. Installed in 2006…

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A new attraction on the tourism map: Carsium Fortress opens its gates

A new attraction on the tourism map: Carsium Fortress opens its gates

The Carsium Fortress in Hârșova, Romania, has reopened its gates to visitors after an extensive restoration process that has transformed the old ruin into a modern tourist attraction. The 10…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
Ukraine is breaking away from the US: Kiev knows whose side Trump is on
Ukraine is breaking away from the US: Kiev knows whose side Trump is on
The last Iran nuclear deal took 12 years – can Donald Trump strike a new one in hours?
The last Iran nuclear deal took 12 years – can Donald Trump strike a new one in hours?
Gabriela Pleș
Emilian Isailă, editor
Why a Peter Magyar cannot appear in Romania and why we haven’t had any Viktor Orban. The major difference compared to Hungary
Emilian Isailă
Hormuz – The US-Iran Conflict is not just at sea, but also in the „waters” of the law
Hormuz – The US-Iran Conflict is not just at sea, but also in the „waters” of the law
Hezbollah’s money network: how billions from Iran reach Lebanon through China and Europe
Hezbollah’s money network: how billions from Iran reach Lebanon through China and Europe
5 takeaways from recent Iran polls that look increasingly grim for Trump
5 takeaways from recent Iran polls that look increasingly grim for Trump
How the Pentagon chief uses the Bible to justify dark passions
How the Pentagon chief uses the Bible to justify dark passions
Viktor Orbán is out. Who will be the EU’s next “chief disruptor”?
Viktor Orbán is out. Who will be the EU’s next “chief disruptor”?
Gabriela Pleș
Strategic US move in Asia: Military partnership with Indonesia at the Malacca Strait, a key route for 80% of China’s oil
Strategic US move in Asia: Military partnership with Indonesia at the Malacca Strait, a key route for 80% of China’s oil
The collision that changed the world: how the Strait of Hormuz formed and why it holds so much oil
The collision that changed the world: how the Strait of Hormuz formed and why it holds so much oil
BUSINESS
Isărescu: Financial stability is like health – you only realize its value when you lose it. Criticism of bankers’ “jargon”
Isărescu: Financial stability is like health – you only realize its value when you lose it. Criticism of bankers’ “jargon”
Bloomberg: Political tensions threaten Romania’s financing and credit rating
Bloomberg: Political tensions threaten Romania’s financing and credit rating
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Romania secures €2 billion in US funding for energy and infrastructure. Nazare’s message to investors
Romania secures €2 billion in US funding for energy and infrastructure. Nazare’s message to investors
Petrotrans SA: A “ghost” company draining state funds despite being inactive since 2005
Petrotrans SA: A “ghost” company draining state funds despite being inactive since 2005
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
IMF warns EU not to offset the energy price spike too much
IMF warns EU not to offset the energy price spike too much
European Commission launches state aid investigation into Cernavodă Unit 1 modernization project
European Commission launches state aid investigation into Cernavodă Unit 1 modernization project
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
POLITICS
The pro-Russian Rumen Radev has clearly won the elections in Bulgaria and is already sending „arrows” towards the EU. Joy at the Kremlin
The pro-Russian Rumen Radev has clearly won the elections in Bulgaria and is already sending „arrows” towards the EU. Joy at the Kremlin
Ilie Bolojan refuses to step down: “I will not resign,” accuses PSD of “simply lying” and fueling instability
Ilie Bolojan refuses to step down: “I will not resign,” accuses PSD of “simply lying” and fueling instability
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Sorin Grindeanu announces total rupture, expects swift talks at Cotroceni: PSD exits “with all its structures”
Sorin Grindeanu announces total rupture, expects swift talks at Cotroceni: PSD exits “with all its structures”
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Rumen Radev
Bulgaria elections: Pro-Russian Rumen Radev wins decisively but falls short of a governing majority
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
AUR at lowest point in a year; PNL leads PSD on voter mobilization
AUR at lowest point in a year; PNL leads PSD on voter mobilization
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Béla Markó criticizes UDMR’s approach to Viktor Orbán: “We should have remained neutral”
Béla Markó criticizes UDMR’s approach to Viktor Orbán: “We should have remained neutral”
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