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8 hours ago

Dan says abuses occurred under Laura Codruta Kovesi at PG and DNA

President Nicusor Dan said Thursday he believes abuses occurred during Laura Codruta Kovesi's leadership. He was referring to the Prosecutor General's Office and the National Anticorruption Directorate.

Why this matters

Could undermine public trust in key judicial institutions and fuel political controversy.

  • presedinte
  • politics
  • justice
  • prosecution
  • kovesi
  • nicusor dan
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11 hours ago

AUR proposes tax exemption for homes without water, sewage or gas

AUR submitted a bill to exempt homes lacking water, sewage and gas connections from property tax.

Why this matters

Could lower tax bills for households in under-served or rural areas.

  • guvern
  • parlament
  • politic
  • tax
  • housing
  • utilities
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20 hours ago

Nicusor Dan has no TV at home to keep his children off screens

Mayor Nicusor Dan says he does not have a television at home to keep his children away from screens. He made the comment when asked by reporters.

Why this matters

Could influence public views on politicians' family privacy and digital parenting.

  • presedinte
  • politics
  • mayor
  • family
  • digital parenting
  • media
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22 hours ago

Government report finds chaos in state companies; PSD opposes sales

Deputy Prime Minister Oana Gheorghiu presented a government analysis showing many state-owned companies are draining the national budget.

Why this matters

Could raise fiscal costs and reduce funds available for public services and investments.

  • guvern
  • politics
  • economy
  • state-owned-companies
  • government
  • privatization
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23 hours ago

Liviu Alexa on the inspiration and aims of his second painting exhibition FILCAI

Artist Liviu Alexa spoke exclusively about the inspiration, purpose and benefits of his second painting exhibition, FILCAI, during a TV interview.

Why this matters

Raises the profile of the local art scene and could attract visitors and collectors.

  • art
  • exhibition
  • painting
  • culture
  • interview
  • local-news
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24 hours ago

If Hungary accounted for 10% of Romania's trade deficit under Orban, what next?

A reader from Transylvania asks for clarification on Hungary's role in Romania's trade deficit under Viktor Orban. They say Hungary accounted for about 10% of the deficit and want to know the likely consequences.

Why this matters

Could raise consumer prices, disrupt supply chains, or strain diplomatic and economic ties.

  • romania
  • hungary
  • trade
  • deficit
  • orban
  • politics
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1 day ago

Municipal 'shame list' — when residents can be listed as debtors

The government approved a regulation that sets a minimum threshold for outstanding local tax obligations that can be published by municipalities. The rule, proposed by the Ministry of Development, defines the conditions under which people may appear as late payers.

Why this matters

Could harm reputations and affect dealings with local authorities for people with significant unpaid local taxes.

  • guvern
  • minister
  • local government
  • tax
  • debt
  • public administration
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1 day ago

Dacian hoard returns: task force to promote artifacts

The Culture Ministry informed the prime minister that the helmet from Cotofenesti and two Dacian bracelets have been repatriated. A working group will be formed to promote the artifacts.

Why this matters

Could boost cultural diplomacy and attract more visitors to national museums.

  • minister
  • culture
  • repatriation
  • heritage
  • museums
  • government
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1 day ago

Iasi restarts social voucher distribution for pensioners on 14 April

Iasi City Hall will restart distribution of social vouchers for low-income pensioners on 14 April 2026 through the Iasi Social Assistance Directorate. Eligible are state pensioners and disability pensioners with monthly incomes up to 1,800 lei.

Why this matters

Could increase access to essentials for low-income pensioners.

  • mediu
  • social-aid
  • pensioners
  • vouchers
  • iasi
  • welfare
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1 day ago

USR proposes single official exchange rate for all invoices

A new USR bill would require companies to use the official National Bank of Romania (BNR) exchange rate when issuing invoices in foreign currencies. The proposal covers invoices issued in euros, dollars and other currencies.

Why this matters

Could change how foreign-currency invoice amounts convert to lei, affecting prices for consumers and revenue for businesses.

  • economy
  • legislation
  • finance
  • exchange-rate
  • invoicing
  • business
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