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www.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago
Chicago Bears

Briton mauled by bear after rolling down car window to take photo with it

A British tourist was attacked by a bear in Romania while trying to take a photo, highlighting the importance of keeping a safe distance from wildlife. [ more ]
www.france24.com
1 month ago
France news

Bulgaria, Romania partially join EU's visa-free Schengen zone

Bulgaria and Romania joined the Schengen area after a 13-year wait, allowing free movement by air and sea without border checks.
Despite Austria's veto on land routes, Bulgaria and Romania's admission to Schengen holds significant symbolic value and marks an important milestone for both countries. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
5 months ago
France news

Romanian guru suspected of running international sex sect handed preliminary charges with 14 others

A Romanian yoga guru and 14 others have been charged with counts related to an international ring involved in sexual exploitation of followers seeking enlightenment.
Gregorian Bivolaru, the guru, is facing the most extensive list of charges, including human trafficking and rape. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
Europe news

NATO country hit with 'fragments' from an 'aerial device' with explosions also heard on Moldovan border

Citizens in Romania reported hearing strange noises and discovered drone fragments near the Ukraine border.
NATO and Polish aircraft were activated in response to increased Russian aviation activity near Ukraine and Moldova. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
3 months ago
Europe news

Tractors on TikTok: Europe's farmers send a loud pre-election message

European Union farmers are protesting ahead of the European Parliament elections, demanding better conditions and support.
Farmers in Romania are calling for reduced diesel tax, lower insurance costs, and an end to unfair competition from Ukraine. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Europe news

The Trees Saved Me'

The Forest of Immortal Stories in Romania is a project to protect and promote ancient beech trees.
The project involves identifying and adopting individual trees, marking their GPS coordinates, and offering them for adoption. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Andrew Tate to be extradited to UK to face rape and human trafficking allegations

Andrew Tate faces extradition to the UK for allegations of sexual aggression.
Tate brothers were detained in Romania and await trial for rape and human trafficking. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Andrew Tate extradition decision postponed after he was arrested on UK warrant

Controversial influencer Andrew Tate and brother detained in Romania on old sexual aggression allegations.
Tate and brother facing charges of sexual exploitation, rape, human trafficking, and more, awaiting trial in Romania. [ more ]
Theregister
2 months ago
Privacy professionals

Romania ransomware crisis pinned to third-party incident

The outbreak of ransomware cases in Romanian hospitals is linked to an incident at a service provider that operates a healthcare management platform used by hospitals across the country.
Over 100 hospitals in Romania have been affected, with some disconnected from the internet and others having their files encrypted. The scale of the ransomware emergency is comparable to the WannaCry attack on NHS trusts in 2017. [ more ]
www.thelocal.com
3 months ago
Europe politics

Elections to borders: 7 big events in the EU that could impact you this year

Romania and Bulgaria partially join the Schengen area
European Parliamentary elections and potential shift in political balance [ more ]
euronews
5 months ago
Europe politics

Will Romania be the next EU country to vote for the far-right?

Romania's far-right party AUR is growing in popularity and could enter a government coalition next year after the country's parliamentary election.
The far-right is expected to continue gaining ground in Romania and other EU member states.
The upcoming elections in 2024 could determine a new direction for Romania and the European Union. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
4 months ago
Design

In Transylvania, a Hotel That Offers Beekeeping and Hay Bathing

Matca hotel in Romania's Transylvania region offers a contemporary take on traditional architecture.
Matca's guest rooms reflect the architectural style of the area's traditional fortified farms with earth-tone color schemes. [ more ]
BBC Sport
4 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Northern Ireland to face Romania and Scotland away

Northern Ireland will play away friendlies against Romania and Scotland during the March international window.
Northern Ireland ended their European Championship qualifying campaign on a high note with a win over Denmark. [ more ]
WSJ
5 months ago
World news

'The Middle Kingdoms' Review: Europe's Eternal Battlefield

Brasov in Romania is described as more sophisticated and urbane compared to Bucharest
Central Europe has a complex history as a battle zone and a cradle of Western democracy [ more ]
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