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Green News

Swathes of Romania face drought leading to failing crops

Locals say some regions haven't seen any rain for three months.

Culture news

Brâncuși’s ‘Endless Column’ added to UNESCO World Heritage List

Constantin Brâncuși's Targu Jiu ensemble in Romania has made the UNESCO World Heritage List - sculptures considered great examples of modernist art.

Europe News

'Mission-ready': First Romanian F-16 pilots get their wings

The graduates are the first US-made fighter jet pilots trained in the nation since the centre was operationalised.

Destinations

Why I chose to holiday in Romania this year

With Romania now in the Schengen Zone, it means arrivals from within the free travel area are smoother and swifter.

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Romania

Nine countries unite for Romania's international folklore festival

Some 300 dancers and their ensembles took part in the festival's 12th edition on the banks of the Mures river.

Romania

Russian drone debris found in Romania

NATO officials say there is no evidence to suggest Russia was intentionally targeting Romania, but called the action irresponsible and potentially dangerous.

World News

Thousands in Romania face water rationing crisis

Residents across Romania are struggling with a severe water crisis, leaving them with a rationed water supply due to a prolonged drought and low rainfall.

Climate

Red alerts and outdoor work bans as heatwaves sweep across Europe

From Italy and Greece to Croatia and Romania, extreme heat is sparking wildfires and record power consumption.

World News

Parts of Europe suffer as temperatures rise to above 40C

Romania, Ukraine and North Macedonia have all seen exceptionally high temperatures, with emergency services inundated across the region.

Romania

Watermelon glut leaves Romanian farmers in the lurch

Growers in one of Romania's most watermelon-rich regions are suffering as their crops ripened simultaneously, leading to an oversaturated market and significantly slashed prices.

Europe News

Danger zone: Romania to get tough on bears following deadly mauling

Romania boasts Europe's largest bear population outside of Russia — but the recent death of a teenage hiker from a bear attack has prompted politicians to rethink laws related to the killing of the animals.

Romania

Romanian airline Tarom's cancellations leave passengers stranded

Passengers at Henri Coandă International Airport in Bucharest faced frustration as multiple Tarom Airlines flights were cancelled due to pilots calling in sick on Monday, as the union demanded better wages.

Romania

Wild bears in Romania get a new sanctuary as sighting surge

Authorities plan to relocate nearly 30 bears to the Zărnești Sanctuary following a Euronews report on rising bear encounters.

Culture news

Nicki Minaj cancels festival slot in Romania over 'safety concerns'

Nicki Minaj abruptly cancelled her headlining performance at Romania’s SAGA Festival due to a planned protest today in the city.

Sport

Euro 2024 latest: Super Demiral blasts Turkey off to quarter-finals

Turkey are the last team to make it to the Euro 2024 quarter-finals after beating Austria 2-1

World News

Ten most iconic moments of Euro 2024 tournament so far

From Riccardo Calafiori's tears to Albania's quickest goal in Euros history and of course the absolutely insane Group E, we take a look at the most iconic moments of Euro 2024 so far.

Sport

Euro 2024: Georgia land historic qualification after 2-0 Portugal win

Georgia have reached a historic qualification in their first-ever Euro championship. Turkey are also through after 2-1 Czech-Republic win.

World News

Workers struggle in Bucharest as temperatures climb

Employers have adjusted working hours as the Romania is hit by a red-alert heatwave in which temperatures will reach 38-39 degrees celsius.

Europe News

Mark Rutte to be next NATO chief after securing Romania's backing

The outgoing Dutch Prime Minister will head the military alliance for the coming years after Norway’s Jens Stoltenberg steps down

Culture news

Boos for Roma singer at Coldplay show reignite Romania's racism debate

Coldplay frontman Chris Martin personally invited the increasingly popular Romanian musician Babasha for a duet in front of thousands gathered in Bucharest's National Arena on Wednesday. Neither of them expected the crowd to react with such bile.

From its post-communist transformation to current challenges, Romania is at a pivotal moment, balancing economic growth with political corruption. Stay informed on the latest developments shaping the country’s future.