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Romania Meets All Conditions for Early Elections. The Decision Now Rests With Nicușor Dan

Romania Meets All Conditions for Early Elections. The Decision Now Rests With Nicușor Dan

The government proposed by Siegfried Mureșan was rejected by Parliament on Wednesday. The failure opens the constitutional possibility of dissolving Parliament, after the two conditions have been met: at least…

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Trump made a big bet on AI. If he’s wrong, the consequences could be catastrophic

Trump made a big bet on AI. If he’s wrong, the consequences could be catastrophic

Donald Trump gathered some of the most powerful figures in the technology industry at the White House on Tuesday and delivered a message without too many nuances: the United States…

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A statement by the president is like an equation with too many unknowns

A statement by the president is like an equation with too many unknowns

Yesterday, after a few days of silence, a period during which political agitation reached new highs, with minister hearings taking place in Parliament, and the leaders of the PNL, USR,…

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Last US troops leave Iraq after two decades. Iran sees victory as fears of Islamic State resurgence grow

Last US troops leave Iraq after two decades. Iran sees victory as fears of Islamic State resurgence grow

After more than two decades of war, occupation, withdrawal, and then return, the last American soldiers are leaving Iraq. By Wednesday, September 30, the US is supposed to close its…

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Securistan. When did the intelligence services resume the state's re-infiltration and why - <span style="color:#990000;">Video Podcast</span>

Securistan. When did the intelligence services resume the state's re-infiltration and why - Video Podcast

Romania has been in a political crisis for almost 5 months, and on Wednesday, in Parliament, a second vote will take place to validate a prime minister after Ilie Bolojan…

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European conservatives prepare for 2029. How they plan to win back voters from the far right

European conservatives prepare for 2029. How they plan to win back voters from the far right

The European People’s Party (EPP) has already begun preparing for the 2029 European Parliament elections. It aims to regain voters attracted to the far right, but its members do not…

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Students challenge mandatory school uniforms. What studies say about bullying - and what other countries have found

Students challenge mandatory school uniforms. What studies say about bullying - and what other countries have found

Students are encouraged today to come to school dressed in black. Or at least one of the clothing items they wear should be black. They want to show that they…

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How Romania could benefit from a more united Central and Eastern Europe

How Romania could benefit from a more united Central and Eastern Europe

Central and Eastern Europe has nearly 100 million inhabitants and a combined GDP of approximately 2.5 trillion dollars. However, countries in the region continue to present themselves to investors primarily…

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Sobering conclusion from CNN journalist who documented Trump’s lies for a decade: “American democracy has suffered”

Sobering conclusion from CNN journalist who documented Trump’s lies for a decade: “American democracy has suffered”

Donald Trump repeats some false statements year after year, sometimes invents stories about trivial things, and uses incorrect numbers even when the real ones would be favorable to him. These…

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“It is no longer a hybrid war.” Russian sabotage grows bolder as Europe struggles to draw red lines

“It is no longer a hybrid war.” Russian sabotage grows bolder as Europe struggles to draw red lines

Incidents attributed to Russia in Europe are becoming bolder: from attacks on infrastructure and drones entering NATO airspace to confrontations at sea. European governments are speaking more openly about Moscow’s…

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The week Trump tried to flex his muscles - and exposed the limits of his power

The week Trump tried to flex his muscles - and exposed the limits of his power

Donald Trump had two occasions this week to showcase his influence on the international stage: a speech at the UN General Assembly and a meeting at the White House with…

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Diplomacy or show? 5 conclusions after the Trump-Xi summit in Washington

Diplomacy or show? 5 conclusions after the Trump-Xi summit in Washington

Donald Trump and Xi Jinping met at the White House in a summit dominated by diplomatic pomp and messages of cooperation, but with few signs of concrete progress on the…

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What Olguța wants is not possible. PSD can survive for a while longer only through the European path.

What Olguța wants is not possible. PSD can survive for a while longer only through the European path.

Negotiations for the formation of a new government are unfolding chaotically, without any clear direction from the PSD, the key party regarding the resolution of the political crisis, at least…

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Drone war enters new phase: Ukraine strikes deep inside Russia, Moscow deploys increasingly fast weapons

Drone war enters new phase: Ukraine strikes deep inside Russia, Moscow deploys increasingly fast weapons

At night, after the rain stops, Ukrainian soldiers prepare the FP-2 drones for a mission in the occupied Lugansk region, over 300 kilometers away. The engines start, the devices rise…

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Drones launched from ships towards southern Europe: The warning reportedly received by three NATO countries

Drones launched from ships towards southern Europe: The warning reportedly received by three NATO countries

American intelligence services have reportedly warned several European governments that Russia is considering a drone attack against Spain, France, or Italy. According to information published by the Spanish newspaper El…

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The $5,000 drone threatening Russia’s supply lines to Crimea

The $5,000 drone threatening Russia’s supply lines to Crimea

Ukrainian drones are increasingly targeting Russian military vehicles traveling on the roads in the occupied territories in southern Ukraine. The target is the supply line: fuel, ammunition, and personnel that…

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$15,000 signing bonus: The offer used to recruit Africans to fight for Russia

$15,000 signing bonus: The offer used to recruit Africans to fight for Russia

A job announcement in construction, an offer for a security position, or even a casting call for a movie. War is usually absent from these ads. However, behind them is…

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Călin Georgescu, Russia's candidate, perched on the ruins of the stability pillar

Călin Georgescu, Russia's candidate, perched on the ruins of the stability pillar

In Romania, these days, a much deeper and devastating confrontation is taking place, which goes beyond the authority of the president or political leaders. Practically, the country has been paralyzed…

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All signs indicate that a new financial crisis is looming. We must prepare ourselves right now

All signs indicate that a new financial crisis is looming. We must prepare ourselves right now

War, disruptions caused by artificial intelligence, and chaotic markets: all alarm signals are present. But the lessons of the 2008 crisis could help us. September is a month of unfortunate…

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Europe is under attack from three directions, but EU and NATO are unprepared to defend it

Europe is under attack from three directions, but EU and NATO are unprepared to defend it

Europe is simultaneously facing aggression from Russia, hostility from the Trump administration, and the rise of the far right within its own borders. The two organizations that the continent has…

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BUSINESS
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
Romania still has the highest inflation rate in the EU. Prices are rising almost twice as fast as the EU average
Romania still has the highest inflation rate in the EU. Prices are rising almost twice as fast as the EU average
Government plans Romarm reorganisation, with 15 subsidiaries to form an industrial holding company. Economy minister criticises lack of orders and high commission fees
Government plans Romarm reorganisation, with 15 subsidiaries to form an industrial holding company. Economy minister criticises lack of orders and high commission fees
Bank of America hit with record fine for failing to report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions
Bank of America hit with record fine for failing to report over $5 billion in suspicious transactions
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Insurance costs for oil tankers in the Black Sea soar more than twelvefold. How much more could Romanian drivers pay at the pump?
Insurance costs for oil tankers in the Black Sea soar more than twelvefold. How much more could Romanian drivers pay at the pump?
POLITICS
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
Will Bolojan run for president in 2030? What are his plans for PNL?
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
What PSD rejected under Bolojan may now be acceptable under Niculescu. How the party explains its change of position on listing state-owned companies
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Nicușor Dan is optimistic: On Tuesday, we will have a government
Irina Olteanu
Grindeanu accuses Diana Buzoianu of “playing police officer” and looking for bras and lingerie while holding up motorway construction
Grindeanu accuses Diana Buzoianu of “playing police officer” and looking for bras and lingerie while holding up motorway construction
Luca Niculescu wraps up consultations without a clear government formula. Technocrat list ready as he explains why he avoided talks with AUR
Luca Niculescu wraps up consultations without a clear government formula. Technocrat list ready as he explains why he avoided talks with AUR
Redacția SpotMedia.ro
Luca Niculescu no longer expects PNL to join the government. What options remain on the table and when he hopes to end the political crisis
Luca Niculescu no longer expects PNL to join the government. What options remain on the table and when he hopes to end the political crisis
LEISURE & ENTERTAINMENT
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
What a group of AI agents discussed while their owners chatted at the table
Malaysia has suspended the sale of a Chinese Chery model. The issue acknowledged by the manufacturer
Malaysia has suspended the sale of a Chinese Chery model. The issue acknowledged by the manufacturer
Could hackers reach your fridge? The loopholes through which they can sneak into your house
Could hackers reach your fridge? The loopholes through which they can sneak into your house
Renault CEO questions Romania’s Rabla car scrappage scheme: Why do cars imported from outside Europe get the same subsidies as those made in Romania?
Renault CEO questions Romania’s Rabla car scrappage scheme: Why do cars imported from outside Europe get the same subsidies as those made in Romania?
Dacia Mioveni
Renault Wants Dacia to Build Cars at Least 20% Cheaper as Mioveni Plant Loses Competitiveness, CEO Warns
TikTok could face hefty fine over Romania’s 2024 presidential election. What the European Commission says about the investigation
TikTok could face hefty fine over Romania’s 2024 presidential election. What the European Commission says about the investigation
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