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Three Romanian men sent to trial for rape during AUR summer school in 2023

07 April 2026

Bucharest court lifts judicial control measures imposed on influencer Andrew Tate

07 April 2026

Courier company Cargus expands SHIP & GO network through partnership with Froo Romania

07 April 2026

Consulting firm BearingPoint moves Bucharest office to Timpuri Noi Square

07 April 2026

Cold spell to grip Romania during Easter holidays

07 April 2026

Lagardère Travel Retail renews lease for Bucharest headquarters at Globalworth Campus

07 April 2026

Two Ukrainian citizens allegedly employed by Russia sent to trial in Romania for attempted diversion

07 April 2026

Romania to tighten oversight of ballast pit exploitations

07 April 2026

Romania’s presidency concludes no fuel supply problems after consulting government, oil companies

25 March 2026

Business and Economics at Cambridge School of Bucharest: Building Financial Confidence for Global Money Week

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07 April 2026

Elbit Systems to begin delivery of Watchkeeper X drones to Romania after delays

25 March 2026

Easter turns into a mini-holiday. Ana Hotels offers seaside and mountain experiences for the holiday season

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07 April 2026

Cold spell to grip Romania during Easter holidays

Daily news highlights

06 April 2026

Donald Trump thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

06 April 2026

Creditors of Romania’s Mangalia Shipyard reject reorganization plan, bankruptcy and liquidation to begin

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

06 April 2026

Romanians turned away from traveling by train in 2025, report says

07 April 2026

Romania to tighten oversight of ballast pit exploitations

06 April 2026

S&P affirms Romania’s investment-grade rating, but also its negative outlook

06 April 2026

Enescu Competition: Conductor Cristian Măcelaru to lead Bucharest masterclasses open to the public

06 April 2026

Politics

06 April 2026

Donald Trump reportedly thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

03 April 2026

Court rules to continue coup d’état trial of far-right Romanian politician Călin Georgescu, mercenaries

03 April 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan says he will not resign if Social Democrats issue 72-hour ultimatum

02 April 2026

Romanian SocDem leader Sorin Grindeanu signals readiness for early premiership amid coalition tensions

02 April 2026

New Romania-United States Exchange Program to deepen diplomatic and cultural ties

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07 April 2026

Romania ups yields for retail bonds denominated in euros

06 April 2026

M&A

Bucharest Exchange-listed Purcari announces second acquisition this year

06 April 2026

Romania rises yields of state bonds sold to households in April

02 April 2026

Romania’s Sphera Franchise Group opens second Cioccolatitaliani unit in Italy

02 April 2026

OMV Petrom fails to find significant gas with second well in Bulgaria’s Han Asparuh perimeter

01 April 2026

Romania to up capital of Constanta Port by EUR 55 mln

News from Companies

05 March 2026

Over 60% of purchases in Auchan are made using the loyalty card: MyCLUB Auchan celebrates 5 years and surpasses 2 million active members

News from Companies

10 February 2026

Two Cambridge School of Bucharest students secure places at the University of Cambridge

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09 February 2026

From €1,615/sqm in Northern Bucharest: Victoria Homes, the Market Opportunity Presented by North Bucharest Investments

News from Companies

04 February 2026

Ananda Group reports a turnover of over 265,690,000 lei in 2025 and announces the development of over 2,500 apartments in the south of the Capital

News from Companies

23 January 2026

The Celebration of the Élysée Treaty at the Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest (iDSBU) – 63 Years of the Power of Dialogue

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20 January 2026

Train yourself in ESG: Join CES ESG Institute – Romania’s First Private Corporate ESG Program

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10 February 2026

No Shortcuts: How Cambridge School of Bucharest Is Preparing Students for a World in Motion

Business Views

20 January 2026

Leading the shift to efficient cities: Veolia’s roadmap in Romania

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14 January 2026

Tech

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Gabriel Tironeac, VP of Innovation, ASSIST Software: AI and robotics only deliver value when built around the client

25 February 2026

Culture

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80 years later, 14,000 donors, one theater: Interview with Grivița 53 founder Chris Simion-Mercurian

08 January 2026

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17 March 2026

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‘We have always been huge believers in the growth of the country’ - Krzysztof Kulig, Senior Partner at Innova Capital, on the private equity player’s presence in Romania

Real Estate

07 April 2026

Consulting firm BearingPoint moves Bucharest office to Timpuri Noi Square

07 April 2026

Lagardère Travel Retail renews lease for Bucharest headquarters at Globalworth Campus

07 April 2026

NBI: Real Estate Enters a New Era – More Stable, More Mature, and Driven by Premium Investments

News from Companies

06 April 2026

Continental Forum Oradea hotel reopens after EUR 4 million renovation

06 April 2026

Colliers: Rising homebuying interest contrasts with falling transactions in Romania’s housing market

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31 March 2026

Odyssey Education announces the opening of the International Middle School at EFI Bucarest in September 2026: international excellence in the heart of the capital

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30 March 2026

Taste of Tradition, Spirit of Celebration: Easter Brunch at Radisson Blu Hotel Bucharest on April 12, 2026

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25 March 2026

Business and Economics at Cambridge School of Bucharest: Building Financial Confidence for Global Money Week

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25 March 2026

Easter turns into a mini-holiday. Ana Hotels offers seaside and mountain experiences for the holiday season

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19 March 2026

How Children from International Families Learn to Grow Between Cultures – Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest

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11 March 2026

Experiență Michelin La Athénée Palace

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Startup

02 April 2026

Startup

Romanian entrepreneurs back AI startup focused on brand visibility in ChatGPT-era search

01 April 2026

SeedBlink launches legal arm in partnership with its CLO

19 March 2026

Tech

News from Companies

MerchantPro: Romania’s eCommerce market is set to reach €8.5 billion in 2026, under pressure from non-EU platforms, AI, and more cautious consumer behavior

19 March 2026

Bonapp and Carrefour announce a strategic partnership to accelerate the fight against food waste

17 March 2026

Startup

eYou raises €300,000 to build a Europe-first social media platform that fact-checks posts in real time

16 March 2026

M&A

Databricks buys AI evaluation startup Quotient founded by Romanian Iulia Neagu

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07 April 2026

Cuisine

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Joyful Holidays with Boromir Easter Brioche, the Romanian Pasca

06 April 2026

25 March 2026

Easter turns into a mini-holiday. Ana Hotels offers seaside and mountain experiences for the holiday season

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24 March 2026

Cinema

After making films about nature and biodiversity, Cosmin Dumitrache explores the human side of things in his latest documentary, “Hoinari prin Munți.”

09 March 2026

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02 March 2026

Cuisine

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The New Boromir DuoFino Cozonac and Croissant with Two Cream Fillings

Events

07 April 2026

Hello Doggie Festival returns to Bucharest park in June

06 April 2026

Baritenor Michael Spyres to perform in Timișoara

06 April 2026

SoNoRo Interferențe: Bucharest concert with holders of educational program scholarships

06 April 2026

Enescu Competition: Conductor Cristian Măcelaru to lead Bucharest masterclasses open to the public

03 April 2026

‘Marie of Romania: Artist Queen’ exhibition arrives at King Charles III House in Viscri

02 April 2026

Romanian president gives patronage to Bucharest Design Festival 2026

Culture

06 April 2026

Baritenor Michael Spyres to perform in Timișoara

06 April 2026

SoNoRo Interferențe: Bucharest concert with holders of educational program scholarships

06 April 2026

Enescu Competition: Conductor Cristian Măcelaru to lead Bucharest masterclasses open to the public

03 April 2026

Administration

Bucharest to merge its cultural institutions into one entity

03 April 2026

‘Marie of Romania: Artist Queen’ exhibition arrives at King Charles III House in Viscri

Sports

06 April 2026

Sports

Romania’s former national football team coach Mircea Lucescu hospitalized in critical condition

03 April 2026

Romanian group Superbet expands into Greek sports betting market

03 April 2026

Sports

Mircea Lucescu leaves role as Romania’s national football team coach

01 April 2026

Sports

Romanian seaside to host international yachting competitions this May

01 April 2026

Over 800,000 “Made in Romania” bicycles assembled last year in Timișoara for Decathlon

07 April 2026

Romania’s presidency concludes no fuel supply problems after consulting government, oil companies

25 March 2026

Business and Economics at Cambridge School of Bucharest: Building Financial Confidence for Global Money Week

Partner Content

07 April 2026

Elbit Systems to begin delivery of Watchkeeper X drones to Romania after delays

25 March 2026

Easter turns into a mini-holiday. Ana Hotels offers seaside and mountain experiences for the holiday season

Partner Content

07 April 2026

Cold spell to grip Romania during Easter holidays

Latest News

07 April 2026

Hello Doggie Festival returns to Bucharest park in June

07 April 2026

Romanians abroad

Almost half of Romanian parents working abroad cannot come home for Easter, survey says

07 April 2026

Administration

Bucharest district 4 mayor announces new park named after Donald Trump

07 April 2026

Three Romanian men sent to trial for rape during AUR summer school in 2023

07 April 2026

Bucharest court lifts judicial control measures imposed on influencer Andrew Tate

07 April 2026

Courier company Cargus expands SHIP & GO network through partnership with Froo Romania

Latest Press Releases

05 March 2026

Over 60% of purchases in Auchan are made using the loyalty card: MyCLUB Auchan celebrates 5 years and surpasses 2 million active members

10 February 2026

Two Cambridge School of Bucharest students secure places at the University of Cambridge

09 February 2026

From €1,615/sqm in Northern Bucharest: Victoria Homes, the Market Opportunity Presented by North Bucharest Investments

04 February 2026

Ananda Group reports a turnover of over 265,690,000 lei in 2025 and announces the development of over 2,500 apartments in the south of the Capital

23 January 2026

The Celebration of the Élysée Treaty at the Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest (iDSBU) – 63 Years of the Power of Dialogue

20 January 2026

Train yourself in ESG: Join CES ESG Institute – Romania’s First Private Corporate ESG Program

Daily news highlights

06 April 2026

Donald Trump reportedly thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

06 April 2026

Creditors of Romania’s Mangalia Shipyard reject reorganization plan, bankruptcy and liquidation to begin

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

06 April 2026

Romanians turned away from traveling by train in 2025, report says

07 April 2026

Romania to tighten oversight of ballast pit exploitations

06 April 2026

S&P affirms Romania’s investment-grade rating, but also its negative outlook

06 April 2026

Enescu Competition: Conductor Cristian Măcelaru to lead Bucharest masterclasses open to the public

06 April 2026

Politics

06 April 2026

Donald Trump reportedly thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

02 April 2026

New Romania-United States Exchange Program to deepen diplomatic and cultural ties

02 April 2026

US ambassador visits American troops at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania

31 March 2026

Romanian president downplays ruling coalition tensions, rejects minority government scenario

03 April 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan says he will not resign if Social Democrats issue 72-hour ultimatum

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

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06 April 2026

Donald Trump reportedly thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

02 April 2026

New Romania-United States Exchange Program to deepen diplomatic and cultural ties

02 April 2026

US ambassador visits American troops at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania

31 March 2026

Romanian president downplays ruling coalition tensions, rejects minority government scenario

03 April 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan says he will not resign if Social Democrats issue 72-hour ultimatum

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

Daily news highlights

06 April 2026

Donald Trump reportedly thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

06 April 2026

Creditors of Romania’s Mangalia Shipyard reject reorganization plan, bankruptcy and liquidation to begin

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

06 April 2026

Romanians turned away from traveling by train in 2025, report says

07 April 2026

Romania to tighten oversight of ballast pit exploitations

06 April 2026

S&P affirms Romania’s investment-grade rating, but also its negative outlook

06 April 2026

Enescu Competition: Conductor Cristian Măcelaru to lead Bucharest masterclasses open to the public

06 April 2026

Bucharest Exchange-listed Purcari announces second acquisition this year

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06 April 2026

M&A

06 April 2026

Romania rises yields of state bonds sold to households in April

31 March 2026

Capital markets

Dividends from Bucharest blue chips set to fall 18% year-on-year

30 March 2026

KFC expands in Moldova as Sphera Franchise Group opens first unit in Bălți

30 March 2026

Capital markets

UniCredit Romania floats 2031, 6.82% bonds at Bucharest Exchange

30 March 2026

Romania’s largest refinery to resume operations after planned outage

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10 February 2026

No Shortcuts: How Cambridge School of Bucharest Is Preparing Students for a World in Motion

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20 January 2026

Leading the shift to efficient cities: Veolia’s roadmap in Romania

Business Views

14 January 2026

Tech

Business Views

Gabriel Tironeac, VP of Innovation, ASSIST Software: AI and robotics only deliver value when built around the client

25 February 2026

Culture

Interview

80 years later, 14,000 donors, one theater: Interview with Grivița 53 founder Chris Simion-Mercurian

08 January 2026

Voices of Romania: Building Leaders in Romania, Andra Ghibuțiu, CEO Beyond Business School

PODCAST

17 March 2026

Interviews

‘We have always been huge believers in the growth of the country’ - Krzysztof Kulig, Senior Partner at Innova Capital, on the private equity player’s presence in Romania

Politics

06 April 2026

Donald Trump reportedly thanks Romania for B9 Summit invite, may send Marco Rubio instead

02 April 2026

New Romania-United States Exchange Program to deepen diplomatic and cultural ties

02 April 2026

US ambassador visits American troops at Mihail Kogălniceanu Air Base in Romania

31 March 2026

Romanian president downplays ruling coalition tensions, rejects minority government scenario

03 April 2026

Romanian PM Ilie Bolojan says he will not resign if Social Democrats issue 72-hour ultimatum

06 April 2026

Romania’s former presidential candidate Călin Georgescu released from judicial supervision in legionary propaganda case

Business

06 April 2026

BASF Agricultural Solutions to hire more than 50 for corporate, governance roles in Bucharest

06 April 2026

Creditors of Romania’s Mangalia Shipyard reject reorganization plan, bankruptcy and liquidation to begin

07 April 2026

Elbit Systems to begin delivery of Watchkeeper X drones to Romania after delays

07 April 2026

Romania’s industry still deep in contractionary mode despite improvement in March

07 April 2026

Romania ups yields for retail bonds denominated in euros

07 April 2026

Romania’s presidency concludes no fuel supply problems after consulting government, oil companies

07 April 2026

Romania’s electro-IT retailer Altex plans expansion of Bucharest logistics hub

07 April 2026

IMM Romania 2026 index records low level amid business concerns over taxes and bureaucracy

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12 December 2025

The Skills That Matter Most: How Emory University’s Cutting-Edge Curriculum Is Shaping the Future of Education and Why Verita Brought It to Romania

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11 December 2025

New Year’s Day Brunch at Radisson Blu Hotel, Bucharest

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10 December 2025

New Year’s Eve Dining Experience at Ginger Sushi Bar & Lounge

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05 December 2025

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How Christmas décor is reinventing itself in 2025: three interior design styles from Actuel, Auchan’s private-label range

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04 December 2025

Corinthia Bucharest turns December into theatre, with lights, music and a few festive secrets

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03 December 2025

JW Marriott Bucharest Grand Hotel Unveils “The Grand Countdown” — A Timeless New Year’s Eve Celebration

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05 March 2026

Over 60% of purchases in Auchan are made using the loyalty card: MyCLUB Auchan celebrates 5 years and surpasses 2 million active members

10 February 2026

Two Cambridge School of Bucharest students secure places at the University of Cambridge

09 February 2026

From €1,615/sqm in Northern Bucharest: Victoria Homes, the Market Opportunity Presented by North Bucharest Investments

04 February 2026

Ananda Group reports a turnover of over 265,690,000 lei in 2025 and announces the development of over 2,500 apartments in the south of the Capital

23 January 2026

The Celebration of the Élysée Treaty at the Internationale Deutsche Schule Bukarest (iDSBU) – 63 Years of the Power of Dialogue

20 January 2026

Train yourself in ESG: Join CES ESG Institute – Romania’s First Private Corporate ESG Program

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22 January 2026

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06 April 2026

Continental Forum Oradea hotel reopens after EUR 4 million renovation

02 April 2026

Real Estate

Developer Redport kicks off last phase of residential project in northern Bucharest

Real estate developer Redport has launched the fourth and last phase of the residential project The Level Apartments...

01 April 2026

People

Anca Nacu takes over as chief investment officer of NEPI Rockcastle

Anca Nacu has been promoted to the position of Chief Investment Officer of real estate company NEPI Rockcastle, while...

06 April 2026

Real Estate

Colliers: Rising homebuying interest contrasts with falling transactions in Romania’s housing market

Homebuying intentions are rising in Romania, but fewer people are actually purchasing homes, as affordability pressures...

01 April 2026

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Analysis: Bucharest emerging as key luxury retail destination in CEE

Bucharest is emerging as a key luxury retail destination in Central and Eastern Europe, supported by rising purchasing...

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