Europe News Young Romanians protest outcome of presidential first round vote Over 1,000 youths gathered in Bucharest, protesting against far-right nationalist candidate Calin Georgescu, who won 23% in the first round of Romania's presidential election. 26/11/2024
Europe News Shock in Romania after little-known populist secures presidential lead According to his website, Calin Georgescu holds a doctorate in pedology, a branch of soil science, and held different positions in Romania’s environment ministry in the 1990s. 25/11/2024
Europe News Who is Romanian far-right presidential candidate Călin Georgescu? Little-known Georgescu took a shock lead in Romania's presidential election on Sunday. 25/11/2024
Europe News Far-right populist stuns Romania as he wins election first round After polls closed, 9.4 million people - just over 52% of eligible voters - had cast their ballots, according to data from the Permanent Electoral Authority. 25/11/2024
Romania Romania election preview: who is running for president? Marcel Ciolacu, prime minister and chief of the Social Democratic Party, is the frontrunner to win the presidential election, leading in all polls. 22/11/2024
No Comment Halloween fans flock to spooky Bucharest festival Romanian capital Bucharest held a three-day Halloween festival at Lacul Morii Lake, famous for its mysterious past and ghost stories. 29/10/2024
Europe News Authorities in eastern Romania beef up anti-flood measures Local officials in Galați put the total cost for repairs in the county at around €150 million and say the region could be faced with a similar price tag every time flooding happens. 12/10/2024
No Comment Saint Parascheva, Romania's largest pilgrimage Thousands of faithful came from all over the country to take part in the annual religious pilgrimage of Saint Parascheva in Iaşi. 08/10/2024
Culture news Thousands of flowers adorn Romanian city of Iași for religious holiday The feast of St Paraskeva is one of the most significant religious events in Romania, drawing thousands of pilgrims from throughout the country. 08/10/2024
Smart Regions River research: the international scientists protecting the Danube's delicate ecosystems In partnership with the European Commission The REXDAN project is a multidisciplinary, integrated research initiative aiming to keep the Danube's waters safe from and safe for humans. 30/09/2024
No Comment Volunteers and authorities unite to clean up flood-stricken Romania Over 7,000 households in Romania's Galati county were severely hit by floods that devastated the region. 24/09/2024
Romania Romania's Galati County devastated by severe flooding At least seven people have been killed in the eastern part of the country, where thousands of homes have also been damaged. 17/09/2024
Europe News Four dead and dozens stranded after torrents hit eastern Romania Rescue services also rushed to save 95 people in the hard-hit eastern counties of Galati and Vaslui. 14/09/2024
Europe News Russian missile reportedly hits Ukraine-bound cargo ship near Romania Bucharest and Kyiv's senior officials have condemned the attack, claiming Russia was behind it. 13/09/2024
Europe News Orchards destroyed in massive fire in northern Romania People said they had to try to tackle the fire themselves to protect their homes until firefighters were able to reach the scene and put it out. 09/09/2024
Romania Russian drones violate Romania and Latvia's airspace in just 24 hours A Russian drone violated Romania's airspace forcing the airforce to scramble two F16 warplanes on Sunday and another crashed in Latvia on Saturday. 08/09/2024
Europe News Farmers in Romania forced to sell livestock due to ongoing drought Temperatures in Romania hit over 40C in August, with the country experiencing several heat waves this summer. 21/08/2024
Romania Andrew Tate's Romanian home raided over allegations involving minors Romanian authorities are investigating allegations of human trafficking, the trafficking of minors, sexual intercourse with a minor, influencing statements and money laundering. 21/08/2024
No Comment How is music appreciated by the deaf community in Romania? Lavinia and Denis are the first music sign language interpreters in Romania, enabling people with hearing impairments to enjoy concerts and festivals. 20/08/2024
Europe News Drought devastating Romania leaves farmers worried for future Romania has been gripped by a drought, leaving farmers concerned in both the short and long term as the quality of their soil diminishes, meaning they can't plant crops in the new season. 19/08/2024
Europe News Danube River recedes in Romania, affecting river traffic The mighty 650-kilometre Danube River that snakes throughout Europe from the Black Forest to the Black Sea is receding at some of its banks. 13/08/2024
Europe News Drought devastates corn and sunflower fields in Romania Still struggling after an intense heatwave, some farmers fear losses of up to 90% of all of their crops. 12/08/2024
Europe News Doctors and nurse arrested after Romanian hospital deaths 17 people died in the intensive care unit at St. Panteleimon Emergency Hospital in Bucharest over the course of four days. 08/08/2024
Destinations Romanian village restores century-old houses to boost tourism "Once the tourists enter the gate, they can feel all the privacy they need, romantic and comfortable intimacy," said one house owner. 05/08/2024
Romania Tuned trucks showed off in Romania before taking to Europe's highways Painted trucks with modified interiors can be seen at the fortress of Alba Iulia one day before they'll take to Europe's highways. The truck show is now in its fifth edition. 05/08/2024
Green News Swathes of Romania face drought leading to failing crops Locals say some regions haven't seen any rain for three months. 04/08/2024