Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky remains silent on the biggest corruption scandal within his administration. What is the reason? The biggest corruption scandal affecting Zelensky’s inner circle has expanded beyond the…
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Ted Turner, the founder of CNN, has passed away
Ted Turner, the businessman and philanthropist who founded CNN, passed away on Wednesday at the age of 87. The businessman born in Ohio, Atlanta, nicknamed „The Mouth of the South”…
Day 1533 Russia breaks ceasefire from the first minutes. Kindergarten struck in Sumy. US weapons for Ukraine. Chinese support for Shaheds (Photo & Video)
Day 1533 of the war in Ukraine began under the sign of a failed ceasefire before it could have any effect. Ukraine announced a unilateral ceasefire from midnight on May…
The judge who ordered €2 billion in payments to magistrates is also seeking salary increases
The judge who compelled Mayor Bolojan’s government to quickly find funds to pay the outstanding salaries of magistrates is herself a plaintiff in lawsuits for salary increases. Another tough blow…
Crew members of French cargo ship injured after attack in Strait of Hormuz
A French cargo ship owned by the maritime transport company CMA CGM was hit on Tuesday while crossing the Strait of Hormuz. The company did not specify who carried out…
Are military dolphins working in the Strait of Hormuz? Probably not, but they have been part of the US Navy for decades
US Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, denied information that Iran could use dolphins equipped with mines to attack American ships. Instead, he neither confirmed nor denied the existence of US…
What is Trump's 'Project Freedom' in the Strait of Hormuz?
President Donald Trump announced a pause in the recently launched American initiative aimed at assisting ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz. Trump had stated that the „Project Freedom” initiative…
An escaped rapist was shot dead by the police
A prisoner convicted of rape, who escaped on Tuesday from a work site of Craiova Penitentiary, was fatally shot by police the same evening after fleeing at the sight of…
European Union launches joint drone initiative with Ukraine
The European Union is calling on businesses, inviting them to enter into an alliance with Ukraine to develop drone production in Europe, announced the European Commission (EC) on Tuesday. This…
Court rules in favor of Nicușor Dan in dispute over campaign funds
The Bucharest Court of Appeal ruled in favor of President Nicușor Dan in the dispute with the Permanent Electoral Authority regarding the funds from the electoral campaign. The court decided…
Ursula von der Leyen does not back down on Trump's threats: EU is prepared for any scenario
The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, reacted strongly after US President Donald Trump threatened to increase tariffs on European cars imported into the United States. The…
Bolojan government approves €16.7 billion SAFE defence loan just before no-confidence vote
The government approved on Tuesday, in an extraordinary meeting, the signing of a loan agreement through the European SAFE instrument, worth approximately 16.7 billion euros, intended to finance defense investments.…
Bucharest finally has a budget: more for investments, less for operations
The General Council of Bucharest adopted the city’s budget for 2026 on Tuesday, amounting to 8.5 billion lei, an increase of 16% compared to last year. The project passed with…
“I came to do what is necessary, not what is popular.” Bolojan defends his government, attacks PSD and AUR: Romanians will lose
Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan delivered a harsh speech in Parliament on Tuesday before the vote of no confidence against the Government he leads, defending the measures taken in the last…
Macron delivers surprise performance in Yerevan, sings with Armenia’s prime minister on drums (video)
French President Emmanuel Macron offered an unexpected moment during the official dinner in Yerevan, where he performed the famous song „La Bohème” by Charles Aznavour. In the images that surfaced…
Oana Gheorghiu explains sacking of digitalization chief, citing ‘blockages’ and NRRP issues; Dragoș Vlad says the state challenged what it created
The government has decided to dismiss Dragoș Vlad from the position of President of the Romanian Digitalization Authority (ADR) after more than four years in office, citing serious management issues…
17 million lei centre in Iași kept under lock and key, with no staff or beneficiaries
An almost 17 million lei European project, destined for vulnerable children, is blocked in Iași due to lack of planning and administrative delays. The Cicoarei Center has neither staff, nor…
Romania prepares digital wallet with Mastercard deal on electronic identity
The Romanian Government is set to conclude a memorandum of understanding with Mastercard for the development of a national digital identity wallet, interoperable at the European level. The project is…
Maersk ship exits the Strait of Hormuz under military escort
The first commercial ship successfully crossed the Strait of Hormuz under the protection of the U.S. military, as tensions between the United States and Iran continue to impact one of…
Romania proposes paying Pfizer debt in medicines and seeks interest freeze
Romania is trying to renegotiate the payment for anti-COVID vaccines after losing the lawsuit with Pfizer, and the judgment is enforceable. Finance Minister Alexandru Nazare stated after the government meeting…