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At Christo and Jeanne-Claude Centre in Gabrovo, BTA Launches Its New LIK Issue Dedicated to Pioneering Artistic Duo
BTA launched Wednesday the June issue of its LIK magazine paying tribute to Bulgarian-born pioneering art duo Christo and Jeanne-Claude. 2025 celebrates the artists’ 90th birth anniversary. It also marks three major anniversaries related to the...

The 15 Best Mystery Movies On Netflix Right Now
We laugh and jump at comedies and horror films, but generally speaking, a movie tells its story, and we move on whether indifferent or moved by the experience. Mysteries are a bit different, though, in that they're actively engaging viewers to...

Following Christo: A Bulgarian-Romanian Couple’s Journey Through Art
Julia and Marian Bahovski, a Romanian-Bulgarian couple united by love and a shared passion for the art of Christo and Jeanne-Claude, have followed the late artist’s work across Europe. Speaking at the launch of the June issue of LIK magazine...

Classical music: Magical Summer International Festival returns to Bucharest Athenaeum in July-August
The "Vară Magică" (Magical Summer) International Festival returns to the Romanian Athenaeum in Bucharest with eight evenings of classical music, taking place from July 2 to August 13 every Wednesday. Now in its 14th edition, the festival continues...

The Usage Of State-Of-The-Art Simulators In The Formation Of Future Navy Officers
Abstract: This paper examines how modern training simulators can aid in teaching future Navy officers. Traditional teaching methods often prioritise classroom learning with limited hands-on practice. This research examines whether the use of...

Bears, in Romania coexistence becomes complicated
Romania, brown bear - © Ondrej Prosicky/Shutterstock In Romania, the national brown bear conservation plan, financed with EU funds, is proceeding amid delays, controversy and a contested census. Meanwhile, the European country with the largest...

“UNTOLD changed the game in Romania”: How a festival in Cluj-Napoca became a pillar of cultural significance
“Performing at UNTOLD is always a powerful experience,” says singer and local cultural figure in Romania, Irina Rimes. “The crowd is incredible – full of energy, warmth, and emotion. People sing with you, they cry with you, they celebrate with...

Paprika Studios and Seefood TV Execs Talk Formats — and No, This Is (Mostly) Not About Cooking Shows
I know, I know. When you hear Paprika, Seefood and TV, you may be thinking that this is all about cooking shows … and that the writer of these lines doesn’t know how to spell “seafood” correctly. But no, this is all about the final session of...

Hungarian Minority Party Candidate Appointed Constitutional Judge in Romania
Csaba Asztalos Csaba Asztalos, President of the Romanian National Council for Combating Discrimination (CNCD) and candidate of the Democratic Alliance of Hungarians in Romania (RMDSZ), was appointed constitutional judge by the Bucharest Chamber of...

Hungary Is Ready to Cooperate with Romania’s New Government
L-R: Hunor Kelemen and Péter Szijjártó Hungary is ready to work together with Romania’s new government, as our country is even more interested in stable, respectful, and mutually beneficial cooperation with its neighbor during this dangerous time,...

EUROPAfest 2025 brings Japanese and Norwegian jazz to Bucharest in July
EUROPAfest 2025 will bring a special jazz experience to Bucharest this summer, transforming the Royal Palace into a stage for international artists between July 4 and 13. The festival opens with a series of concerts that highlight jazz traditions...

General principles for state reform and good governance, according to Romanian government's 2025-2028 Ruling Strategy
The new government's ruling program sets out a comprehensive and ambitious agenda to modernise Romania's public sector, enhance state efficiency, and ensure fiscal sustainability, all while promoting fairness and respect for citizens. The reform...

Wear the Romanian blouse with pride! Maib people celebrated the Universal Day of the Romanian Blouse
0 On the Universal Day of the Romanian Blouse, maib team members from all over the country wore one of the most iconic pieces of our national costume — the ie — a true symbol of Romanian identity, roots, and cultural heritage. It is part of maib...

Tata Consultancy Services opens engineering center in Romania as part of European expansion
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), part of India’s Tata Group, has opened a new engineering center in Romania as part of its strategic expansion across Europe, the company announced. The facility will focus on software-defined vehicle (SDV)...

China-CEEC Culture & Arts Carnival lights up summer in Beijing
The 4th China-CEEC Culture & Arts Carnival opened on Friday at the Shougang International Convention and Exhibition Center in Beijing's Shijingshan district. Under the theme of "Sizzling Summer Solstice", the event brought together...

Two Sisters in Romania Save 17th-Century Transylvania Castle, Turn It into Successful Business
An ordinary family from Romania, immersed in the history, culture and traditions of the country, has saved a building with centuries of history. So begins the story of two sisters and a castle turned into a four-star hotel. "The first time I saw...

Yiorgo Ioannou Joins Roster of TACT Artist Management
Baritone Yiorgo Ioannou has joined the roster the TACT Artist Management for worldwide representation. He will be represented by Sofia Rukin and Zarina Khazrat. Ioannou has performed at the Teatro Regio di Torino, Opéra National de Paris, Opéra de...

From Bucharest to Chișinău: Why Moldova’s 2025 Elections Matter – COMMENTARY
As Moldova prepares for critical parliamentary elections in 2025, the stakes for its democratic future and EU integration have never been higher. With Russian disinformation on the rise, the lessons from Romania’s recent electoral outcome may...
Female Filmmakers Support Programme 2025 Announces Selected Projects
ZAGREB: The UNIQA SEE FUTURE Foundation, in cooperation with the Sarajevo Film Festival and Slano Film Days, announces the five film projects selected for the 2nd edition of the Female Filmmakers Support Programme. The total fund for 2025 is...

TCS opens new automotive hubs in Germany and Romania
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has announced the launch of three new hubs in Europe to bolster its capabilities in the software-defined vehicles (SDV) space. The new automotive delivery centres in Munich and Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany, along...