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Hundreds have taken to the streets again in Victoriei Square in Bucharest ...
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Romanian football legend Ilie Balaci dies aged 62
Finance Minister confirms wage freezing document sent to the EC. ALDE’s chair: “Absolutely not”
Justice Minister claims emergency ordinance on laws of justice does not apply retroactively, is in line with the Venice Commission’s recommendations
Venice Commission issues tough report on Romania: Amendments on criminal justice laws weaken anti-corruption fight, they should be all re-assessed
President Iohannis calls for Justice Minister’s resignation: He has definitely discredited his credibility. Consultations with the political parties in sight
Simona Halep – 2018 WTA Player of the Year, says is sad cannot play in Singapore
European Commissioner Corina Cretu, new criticism against the Gov’t: Let’s talk about public-private partnerships after spending the EU money
Rethink the entire labour market taxation system, including the unified tax rate, World Bank official says
EXCLUSIVE
BUSINESS
Finance Minister confirms wage freezing document sent to the EC. ALDE’s chair: “Absolutely not”
Finance Minister, Eugen Teodorovici, has confirmed on Saturday that a document released ...
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Rethink the entire labour market taxation system, including the unified tax rate, World Bank official says
For the first time in history, Romanians are wealthier than Hungarians and all neighboring nations, Credit Suisse says
3-month ROBOR Index climbs to highest level of the past two months
One United Properties gets the go-ahead for the One Herăstrău Towers
ANAF starts operations to tax weddings, fines up to RON 5,000 for failing to submit fiscal statements
Romanian inks strategic partnership with the United Arab Emirates
BNR to limit indebtedness level to 40% of the net income for loans in RON and 20% for foreign currency loans
The average wages in private sector increased by 6.4% in 2018, PwC’s PayWell survey says
POLITICS
Cioloș and Barna, alleged negotiations for common lists at the EP elections
Dan Barna, chairman of the Save Romania Union (USR) and former PM ...
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Venice Commission issues tough report on Romania: Amendments on criminal justice laws weaken anti-corruption fight, they should be all re-assessed
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President Iohannis calls for Justice Minister’s resignation: He has definitely discredited his credibility. Consultations with the political parties in sight
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European Commissioner Corina Cretu, new criticism against the Gov’t: Let’s talk about public-private partnerships after spending the EU money
Liberals kick off procedure to dismiss Ombudsman
SOCIETY & PEOPLE
Controversial website on Transylvania launched by UDMR and financed by Hungary
UDMR has recently launched a website about Transylvania containing controversial information about ...
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New protests against emergency ordinance on justice laws in Bucharest, other big cities
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Justice Minister claims emergency ordinance on laws of justice does not apply retroactively, is in line with the Venice Commission’s recommendations
Bucharest Court of Appeals rules that Salini Impregilo company is to pay RON 83m to CNAIR
Romania, sentenced by the EU Court of Justice for non-compliant and illegal landfills
WORLD
SPARE TIME
Jan Keizer and Anny Schilder from BZN stop performing together
Jan Keizer and Anny Schilder, famous for their BZN duo, are going ...
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International Tattoo Convention back in Bucharest this weekend
World Food Atlas Launched, 92 Dishes From Romania Included
Moldovan-born singer Mihail to perform “Who You Are” at the annual Christmas concert in Vatican
The rule in the artistic perfumery is that there are no rules, a talk in Bucharest with some of the creative minds behind the niche fragrance industry
The Princess Margareta of Romania Foundation invites you to the Royal Concert, in support of Romanian culture and talents
“153 Seconds”, the first theatre performance inspired by the Colectiv tragedy, premiering on October 27
TRAVEL
Paralela 45 counts on 15 pc rise next year. The popular tourist destinations this year
After a 25pc rise this year and the same increase in 2017, ...
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Which are the European Capitals of Smart Tourism next year?
The Evening Standard Lists Sighisoara as a Top October Destination
Romania ranks second in the EU for the lowest expenses on holidays
SPORTS
Romanian football legend Ilie Balaci dies aged 62
Former football legend Ilie Balaci has died on Sunday at the age ...
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Champions League, women’s handball: CSM Bucharest defeats Vipers Kristiansand away
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Simona Halep – 2018 WTA Player of the Year, says is sad cannot play in Singapore
Women’s handball: Dragan Djukic, appointed coach of CSM Bucharest
FILES
Huffington Post: Is Romania Europe’s Prettiest Country? It Just Might Be
“Enchanting town plazas that date back to medieval times, rolling hills as ...
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The New York Times: Cobblestones? Check. Castles? Check. Budget? Check. Why Romania Is Worth the Trip.
The Spectator: A trip to Dracula’s birthplace won’t bleed you dry – an invitation to visit Sighisoara
CNN: 9 reasons to see Romania’s capital
