Russia loses its Orthodox crown as Romania builds tallest cathedral

In 1712, on an island on the edge of the Gulf of Finland, a beacon of Russian power rose from the marshes. The Saints Peter and Paul Cathedral in St Petersburg, was the first landmark built in Peter the Great’s new capital. Designed by an Italian,...

Who travels the least? New data reveals which Europeans prefer to stay home

New Eurostat data reveals which Europeans travel the least and who spends the most abroad. Credit : Song_about_summer, Shutterstock When it comes to holidays, not all Europeans pack their suitcases with the same enthusiasm. While some jet off...

‘Romanian Culture Days’ begin in Pakistan

The Embassy of Romania in Pakistan has launched the first-ever Romanian Culture Days in Pakistan, a celebration of Romanian heritage, art, and cultural diplomacy aimed at building cultural bridges and promoting people-to-people connections between...

Not Your Average Visitor: Senator Edward “Ted” Kennedy in London and Bucharest

by Jonathan Rickert Visits by CODELs, or Congressional delegations, long have been an inescapable fact of life for US missions overseas. And serving as “control officer” for legislative visitors is a rite of passage for many Foreign Service...

Moate resident seeks funds for chronic pain treatment in Romania

Published: Fri 31 Oct 2025, 2:56 PM By Rebekah O'Reilly Moate resident Lorraine Lenehan Clery has raised over €2,900 for a medical trip to Romania for the treatment of her chronic pain symptoms which have left her life in disarray. For over a...

EU rail passenger travel rises to record levels in 2024 while freight sees slight decline

EU rail passenger transport reached 443 billion passenger-kilometres in 2024, with Germany leading, while freight performance fell slightly to 375 billion tonne-kilometres. In 2024, rail passenger transport in the EU reached 443 billion...

7 towns travelers should visit in America’s most German state

Jenna Hidinger // Shutterstock German Americans make up one of the nation’s largest ancestry groups, with nearly 45 million people claiming German roots. But if you want to see where that heritage runs deepest, the latest Census data points to one...

Romanian teenager allegedly took part in “indiscriminate and opportunistic” sex assault on schoolgirl

A Romanian teenager who allegedly took part in an “indiscriminate and opportunistic” sexual assault on a schoolgirl in Ballymena must remain in custody, a High Court judge ruled today. The 15-year-old boy was refused bail on a charge of attempting...

Exploring Romania’s Haunting Hoia-Baciu Forest at Night

Cluj-Napoca, Romania – The Hoia-Baciu forest, often referred to as the world’s most haunted forest, offers a unique experience for thrill-seekers and believers in the paranormal. Guided night tours led by experts like Marius Lazin reveal the eerie...

Direct current cable project linking Azerbaijan-Georgia-Romania-Hungary could be replicated

Friday, October 31, 2025 Digitalisation, high technologies, the agri-food sector, tourism and the defence industry are areas in which the model of cooperation established through the direct current cable project linking Azerbaijan, Georgia,...

Romanians no longer impulsive but will hunt for discounts on Black Friday, studies show

Two new studies centering on Romanians’ purchasing habits in connection with the yearly discount event known as Black Friday show a starkly different image compared to previous years. The findings suggest Romanians traded impulsivity for strategic...

Romania travel: Four destinations for a fall getaway

Colorful foliage, tranquil surroundings, and plenty of nature to explore: from mountain towns to wine-country escapes, we've selected below several options for an autumn break. Buzău Land This area, located in the southeastern part of the country,...

From Kerala to Colombo: Lessons in building gender-responsive tourism

International delegates with Utharavadhitha Tourism Club members Sri Lanka’s immediate tourism neighbour, Kerala, is setting a new benchmark in inclusive tourism by placing women at the heart of its tourism development strategy. Through its...

November 2, 2025 UPDATE

A roundup of local and international news. November 2, 2025 UPDATE Newsroom, 02.11.2025, 19:23 Cathedral. Nearly 200,000 pilgrims have passed through the Altar of the new National Cathedral in Bucharest, the largest in the Orthodox world, over the...

How Europeans Travel and What They Splurge On

Recent Eurostat data reveal striking contrasts in how Europeans travel—from where they go to how much they spend and what they indulge in along the way. A strong preference for domestic trips dominates: 71% of Europeans’ journeys take place within...

New SolaX Thermal R290 Product Line Launched in Romania

SolaX Power, one of the world’s leading manufacturers of renewable energy equipment, announces the launch of its new SolaX Thermal R290 product line in Romania – a new generation of high-efficiency heat pumps. This solution complements the...

Romanian who stabbed girl, 11, in Leicester Square has attempted murder charge dropped

An attempted murder charge against a Romanian national who stabbed an 11-year-old girl in Leicester Square has been dropped. The Australian child was on holiday in London with her mother when Ioan Pintaru allegedly placed her in a headlock and...

Freedom on Four Wheels: Klass Wagen Wins Big at the 2025 World Travel Awards

Under the soft Sardinian moonlight, with the scent of sea salt and citrus drifting through the air, Europe’s most influential figures in travel gathered at the glamorous Forte Village Resort. Champagne flutes shimmered, sequins caught the light,...

Romania's government relaxes spending restrictions for local administrations

The Romanian government has amended its fiscal austerity rules to ease restrictions on spending by local authorities, Digi24 reported. The decision modifies Emergency Ordinance (OUG) 52/2025, which had previously frozen most local administration...

Vouchers generate 1.4pct of Romania's 2024 GDP in 2024, fuel over 213,000 jobs

Thursday, October 30, 2025 Vouchers such as meal cards, holiday vouchers and social vouchers in Romania generated an economic impact of over 1.4% of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2024, fuelling more than 213,000 jobs nationwide.These are the...