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President Murmu conferred honorary doctorate by Bucharest University of Economic Studies

President Droupadi Murmu was conferred an honorary doctorate by the Bucharest University of Economic Studies (BUES) during her state visit to Romania. Accepting the university's highest academic honour, Murmu dedicated the recognition to the people of India and highlighted education as the most transformative force in her life.

The Economic Times

Revealed: Bucharest tourists hiring rentals that could collapse in an earthquake

Exclusive: More than 200 illegal holiday properties found in buildings at the highest level of seismic risk

The Guardian - UK

Two dead after storms batter Austria and Romania

Bucharest was hit particularly hard by storms overnight, with flooding damaging buildings and vehicles across the capital.

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A direct train connecting three popular European cities has restarted – with tickets costing £25

The budget rail journey connects Bucharest, Sofia and Istanbul with a daily service

The Independent UK

Direct trains from Bucharest to Istanbul, Sofia and Varna have restarted until October

Romania's national railway has relaunched daily direct summer trains from Bucharest to destinations in Türkiye and Bulgaria, with fares starting from €27.

Euronews

These hidden songs survived the Holocaust – and helped singers to endure their own survival

In the renowned Holocaust documentary, Shoah (1985), former SS guard Franz Suchomel sings a song prisoners had to perform in the Treblinka death camp in Nazi-occupied Poland. After finishing the last line, he chillingly asks the director, Claude Lanzmann: “Satisfied? That’s unique. No Jew knows that today!”

The Conversation

From Florence to Crete: 11 European hotels among the world’s best new stays

From restored palaces in Rome and Bucharest to countryside retreats in Devon and Crete, travel magazine Afar has unveiled its annual ranking of the world's best new and revamped hotels - with 11 standout properties in Europe making the cut.

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10 Photos of Lauren Southern: Canadian YouTuber Accuses Influencer Andrew Tate of Rape and Strangulation

Lauren Southern accuses Andrew Tate of rape and strangulation in her memoir, detailing a 2018 incident in Bucharest. Despite denials, the allegations have sparked significant controversy.

International Business Times UK

Zelenskyy's former chief of staff released on €2.7 million bail in anti-corruption probe

According to Ukraine's anti-corruption investigators, Andriy Yermak is a suspect in a large money laundering probe tied to the construction of a luxury residence complex outside Kyiv.

Euronews

Slovakia closes border crossing with Ukraine amid warnings of further Russian strikes – as it happened

Zelenskyy says ‘the attack is ongoing, with additional drones entering our country’s airspace’

The Guardian - UK

‘It’s toxic’: Romania reeling over claims of high-level justice system corruption

System in ‘deep crisis’ six months after documentary exposed alleged network used to delay graft convictions

The Guardian - UK

Arsenal fans plan trips to Champions League final but face £1,500 flights or Bucharest night train

Logistics look complicated for the 30 May showpiece in Budapest as Arsenal fans try to work out how to get to, and into, the Champions League final

The Guardian - UK

Romania's pro-EU coalition collapses after prime minister fails no-confidence vote

Romania has faced a long period of instability and the country is grappling with one of the highest budget deficits in the EU, rampant inflation and a technical recession.

Euronews

Thursday news quiz: Trump is unwise, an emperor dies and a €1m raffle prize

Test yourself on topical news trivia, pop culture and general knowledge every Thursday. How will you fare?

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FUT defeat Astralis to win first LAN at PGL Bucharest 2026

The former NAVI Academy squad is going from strength to strength in 2026.

Euronews

Red shoes protest in Romania highlights femicide crisis

Red shoes at Bucharest's Romanian Athenaeum honour women killed by domestic violence, as Romania adopts its first femicide law and tougher penalties.

Dot Esports

PGL Bucharest 2026: Teams, Prize Pool, Schedule, and more

Are PARIVISION the favorites?

Euronews

George Enescu Competition opens 2026 edition with global call to young musicians

Applications are open for the 2026 George Enescu International Competition in Bucharest, offering young musicians a prestigious route to career growth and future festival performances.

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Romania World Cup 2026 squad: Mircea Lucescu's latest selection ahead of the World Cup qualifying play-offs

Romania meet Turkey for the right to face either Slovakia or Kosovo with a World Cup 2026 place on the line

The Independent UK

Photos of pets dressed up in costumes for Romania’s annual animal expo

Pet lovers gathered for the 15th annual Romanian pet industry event in Bucharest. The gathering invited owners to dress their pets in colorful costumes for a lively parade.

The Times of India

Who is Adonis? American travel streamer detained after assault clash with Romanian local during viral Bucharest livestream

American streamer Adonis was detained in Bucharest after a livestream fight with a Romanian local who allegedly spat on him. The viral video shows a heated argument before punches were thrown. Police arrived at the scene, and the local was treated by medics. Adonis later posted a cryptic message on…

Euronews

Heavy snowfall blankets Bucharest, transport services disrupted

Heavy snowfall and strong winds disrupted road, rail and air traffic in southern Romania, with delays reported in Bucharest and flights diverted from the capital’s airport.

Euronews

Fact check: Are Romanians protesting against an 'anti–free speech' law?

Thousands of people took to the streets of Bucharest last week to protest against a law that they say threatens freedom of expression in Romania. However, an investigation by The Cube suggests that the legislation is intended to combat extremist activity.

The Independent UK

Everything you need to know about Bucharest’s controversial new tourist tax

Hotel leaders have argued that the fee has been approved in a ‘non-transparent’ way

Euronews

Bucharest’s new tourist tax will come into effect next year. Here’s everything you need to know

Officials in Bucharest have approved a tourist tax that will come into effect next year, aiming to raise almost €3 million annually.

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