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Strong earthquake in Colombia: Dozens dead, several buildings destroyed (Video)

Strong earthquake in Colombia: Dozens dead, several buildings destroyed (Video)

A strong earthquake struck Colombia on Monday, being felt in major cities such as the capital Bogota (central) and Cali (southwest). At least 26 people have died, and the earthquake…

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Russian espionage operation thwarted by Sweden

Russian espionage operation thwarted by Sweden

The Swedish security service Säpo announced on Monday that it had thwarted an information operation attributed to Russia, which aimed to influence the decision-making process in Sweden. Säpo claims to…

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Great drought in Germany: The Rhine is at risk of being split in two

Great drought in Germany: The Rhine is at risk of being split in two

The Rhine could soon become unnavigable along its entire course in Germany and could be split in two, warned the German Inland Navigation Federation (BDB) on Monday. The river is…

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Moscow accuses Romania of providing military support to Ukraine, points to Giurgiulești port: "NATO is moving closer to direct confrontation with Russia"

Moscow accuses Romania of providing military support to Ukraine, points to Giurgiulești port: "NATO is moving closer to direct confrontation with Russia"

A high-ranking official from the Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs accuses Romania of providing direct military and logistical support to Ukraine, stating that the Giurgiulesti port has become a transit…

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Patriot makers fear Ukraine could build better, cheaper missiles. How Kyiv went from aid recipient to defence industry powerhouse

Patriot makers fear Ukraine could build better, cheaper missiles. How Kyiv went from aid recipient to defence industry powerhouse

Ukraine is trying to obtain a license from the United States to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, but there might be an unexpected obstacle in the way of the agreement: the…

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Armed prosecutor causes disturbance at Hunedoara party, uses tear gas on police and allegedly fires gun

Armed prosecutor causes disturbance at Hunedoara party, uses tear gas on police and allegedly fires gun

Un procuror din Caraș-Severin a fost reținut după un incident neobișnuit petrecut în noaptea de sâmbătă spre duminică la Ribița, în județul Hunedoara. Bărbatul a venit înarmat la un local…

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What the world's largest building will look like. Elon Musk plans a factory the size of a city (Video)

What the world's largest building will look like. Elon Musk plans a factory the size of a city (Video)

Elon Musk is preparing a project in Texas on a scale that is hard to imagine: a chip factory covering approximately 9.3 million square meters, which is set to become…

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Trump shifts tactics on Iran: "We're not forcing things for now." US lets economic pressure take its toll

Trump shifts tactics on Iran: "We're not forcing things for now." US lets economic pressure take its toll

Donald Trump seems to have changed, at least for the moment, the United States’ strategy towards Iran. After considering resuming large-scale military operations just a week ago, the American president…

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Oana Gheorghiu mocks union protests: "For the first time in history, they're protesting because their salaries are going up"

Oana Gheorghiu mocks union protests: "For the first time in history, they're protesting because their salaries are going up"

Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu strongly criticizes PSD for opposing the new salary law and asserts that the project will not lead to a decrease in any employee’s income. She…

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Protests in over 20 cities in Poland against attacks on Ukrainians

Protests in over 20 cities in Poland against attacks on Ukrainians

In 22 Polish cities, protests took place on Sunday against the increasing violence towards Ukrainian refugees, incidents that have arisen against the backdrop of diplomatic disputes related to the history…

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The alarming conclusion of a study that analyzed nearly 150 drone incidents in Europe

The alarming conclusion of a study that analyzed nearly 150 drone incidents in Europe

European countries are not sufficiently prepared to counter Russia’s drone attacks and cannot clearly attribute these attacks at present, according to a study conducted by the International Institute for Strategic…

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The drone that exploded in Bulgaria: The hypothesis of a saboteur on Romanian territory

The drone that exploded in Bulgaria: The hypothesis of a saboteur on Romanian territory

The Bulgarian press analyzes how it was possible for a drone to crash on the country’s territory and explode near a compressor station of the Trans-Balkan gas pipeline without being…

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<span style="color:#990000;">Day 1628</span> Rocket attack on Odesa. Fires and injuries in Belgorod. Zelenski: 50,000 North Koreans will be relocated to Russia. Turkey calls for an end to attacks on ships in the Black Sea

Day 1628 Rocket attack on Odesa. Fires and injuries in Belgorod. Zelenski: 50,000 North Koreans will be relocated to Russia. Turkey calls for an end to attacks on ships in the Black Sea

On the 1628th day of the war, Russia attacked Odesa with rockets on Saturday night, causing fires and damaging residential buildings in several neighborhoods. At least six people were injured,…

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A new political trend is spreading in Ukraine: "No one will tell us what to do!"

A new political trend is spreading in Ukraine: "No one will tell us what to do!"

As Ukraine enters its fifth year of war with Russia, a new political trend is emerging. Sovereignism may resonate with the specific emotions of wartime, but it risks favoring populism…

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An important oil field lies unused in the Baltic Sea: Poland wants to extract it, but Germany opposes

An important oil field lies unused in the Baltic Sea: Poland wants to extract it, but Germany opposes

In 2025, a Canadian company discovered a significant oil and gas field off the Polish coast of the Baltic Sea, the largest since World War II. This raised concerns in…

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Israel rejects Trump's peace plan for Gaza: No step back until Hamas disarms

Israel rejects Trump's peace plan for Gaza: No step back until Hamas disarms

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces that his country rejects the latest peace plan for Gaza supported by the US, demanding the complete disarmament of Hamas before any Israeli forces…

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5 conflicts that could trigger a world war

5 conflicts that could trigger a world war

The conflict between the United States and Iran began as a regional confrontation with global economic repercussions. The situation may remain unchanged, but it also implies a much darker possibility:…

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Joe Biden's cancer has spread: Former American president is in great pain

Joe Biden's cancer has spread: Former American president is in great pain

The prostate cancer of former American President Joe Biden has spread to other parts of the body and is causing him pain, even as he continues to speak out on…

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Terror at the Kremlin: Putin's inner circle fears he will send the FSB after them

Terror at the Kremlin: Putin's inner circle fears he will send the FSB after them

The Russian elite fears that the FSB is getting out of control. Putin uses the Russian intelligence service to maintain his power and is increasingly inclined to intensify pressure on…

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WSJ: American espionage discovered that the explosive drone in Leipzig is connected to Russia

WSJ: American espionage discovered that the explosive drone in Leipzig is connected to Russia

U.S. intelligence services believe that the drone loaded with explosives, found at Leipzig airport near a Ukrainian plane, is connected to the Russian authorities. The aircraft likely belongs to the…

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OPINIONS & ANALYSES
What’s wrong with Spain’s high-speed rail network? Fatal crashes expose problems overlooked for years
What’s wrong with Spain’s high-speed rail network? Fatal crashes expose problems overlooked for years
NYT: Trump was alerted to alleged Chinese spy’s contact with Nvidia CEO but took no action
NYT: Trump was alerted to alleged Chinese spy’s contact with Nvidia CEO but took no action
Reuters: Serbia’s election-winning student movement pledges anti-corruption reforms but has no plans to sanction Russia
Reuters: Serbia’s election-winning student movement pledges anti-corruption reforms but has no plans to sanction Russia
Israel is holding its most important election in years. Here’s what’s at stake
Israel is holding its most important election in years. Here’s what’s at stake
Putin’s trap: How Russia plans to use Ukraine peace talks to weaken NATO – and what it could mean for Romania
Putin’s trap: How Russia plans to use Ukraine peace talks to weaken NATO – and what it could mean for Romania
The stakes of the elections in Serbia – The main actors, central themes, and possible consequences
The stakes of the elections in Serbia – The main actors, central themes, and possible consequences
Protests in Europe reveal the crises weighing on Generation Z
Protests in Europe reveal the crises weighing on Generation Z
Why Trump Can’t Convince Putin to Accept a Deal. What Is the Solution
Why Trump Can’t Convince Putin to Accept a Deal. What Is the Solution
How schools can prevent knife attacks: Five practical solutions. Psychologist: “Strict controls may stop the behaviour, but they don’t address the root cause”
How schools can prevent knife attacks: Five practical solutions. Psychologist: “Strict controls may stop the behaviour, but they don’t address the root cause”
Gabriela Pleș
Sorin Grindeanu, la scurt timp după votarea guvernului, s-a grăbit să anunțe public pentru a recepționa și judecătoarea Lia Savonea că vrea să plătească un miliard de euro de la buget pentru magistrați
Sorin Grindeanu prepares 1 billion euros for Lia Savonea, even though European judges say the payment can be postponed and staggered
Emilian Isailă
BUSINESS
Romania prepares for a difficult winter: Transelectrica calls for four coal-fired power plants to remain operational and sufficient gas reserves
Romania prepares for a difficult winter: Transelectrica calls for four coal-fired power plants to remain operational and sufficient gas reserves
Romania Cuts Budget Deficit, but Rising Interest Payments Keep Pressure on Public Finances
Romania Cuts Budget Deficit, but Rising Interest Payments Keep Pressure on Public Finances
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
EU to Introduce €2 Fee on Temu and AliExpress Parcels Ahead of Black Friday
EU to Introduce €2 Fee on Temu and AliExpress Parcels Ahead of Black Friday
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Romania’s Finance Ministry warns: Final weeks of 2026 will be crucial. What’s happening with government spending and public debt?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Moody’s says Romania can bring down its budget deficit, but a major test lies ahead. What’s next for its credit rating?
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
Rheinmetall announces major investment plans for Mangalia shipyard, where four naval vessels are to be built for Romania
POLITICS
Netanyahu falls short of a majority in Israeli election. Rival calls for his resignation as PM raises prospect of another strike on Iran
Netanyahu falls short of a majority in Israeli election. Rival calls for his resignation as PM raises prospect of another strike on Iran
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Péter Magyar changes how ethnic Hungarians in Romania can obtain Hungarian citizenship. UDMR-linked foundation dropped from the scheme
Péter Magyar changes how ethnic Hungarians in Romania can obtain Hungarian citizenship. UDMR-linked foundation dropped from the scheme
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Dominic Fritz își va pierde poziția de primar al Timișoarei dacă noua lege ANI va fi promulgată de președintele Nicușor Dan
Fritz seeks governing majority without PSD or AUR in 2028, but sets conditions for working with PNL: “Our doors are open”
“A suicidal decision”: Kelemen Hunor warns Romanians cannot afford further tax hikes in 2027
“A suicidal decision”: Kelemen Hunor warns Romanians cannot afford further tax hikes in 2027
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Niculescu adds second Foreign Ministry official to his team. Romania’s consul in Lyon recalled from his post
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Nicușor Dan, the fourth editorial in the conservative press in the USA. Calls for more American forces in the Black Sea
Irina Olteanu
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