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Romania breaches EU law by refusing to recognise transgender man

Refusal to recognise a change of gender legally undertaken in another member state violates the rights of EU citizens, the Luxembourg-based European Court of Justice ruled today.

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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.

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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.

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Austrians struck by flooding reel from ruin left in its wake

Authorities have reported 23 deaths in Central Europe, as record rainfall has caused devastation to infrastructure in small towns.

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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.

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At least 16 dead as torrential rain and floods hit parts of Europe

Heavy rains from Storm Boris have caused widespread flooding across several countries, with the Czech Republic declaring the highest flood warnings in 100 places.

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Severe floods in Central Europe turn deadly in Poland and Austria

A firefighter has died during a flood rescue in Austria, one person has died in Poland and five have died in Romania, police say.

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At least 4 dead in Romania as major flooding moves onto Central Europe

As severe floods make their way through Central Europe, countries are being hit by what could become the worst floods in almost 30 years.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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How could a Black Sea power line deliver more green energy to the EU?

The undersea infrastructure could send Caspian Sea wind power and other renewable energy supplies to European countries.

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Lack of women in power a matter of bias — Romania's Commissioner pick

Romania changed its choice for Commissioner in response to calls by von der Leyen for gender parity in the next cabinet. Bucharest is vying for an economic portfolio and has nominated a former minister for EU funds and secretary of state for public procurement, newly-elected MEP Roxana Mînzatu.

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Streets submerged after flooding in eastern Romania

Agigea, Tuzla, Costinesti, Eforie, Mangalia and Vama Veche have been the most affected with hundreds of homes flooded and many streets submerged.

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Concerns grow over West Nile virus after two more deaths in Seville

According to authorities, the total number of deaths in Andalusia has risen to five, with 10 more people estimated to be infected with the virus.

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Romanian leader seeks economic portfolio at the European Commission

Romanian Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu picked Social Democrat MEP Victor Negrescu as his candidate for the country's next European commissioner.

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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.

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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.

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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.