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Weekend calendar: Neversea Kapital, TIFF retrospective in Bucharest, Smallest Art Fair in Town, SoNoRo Musikland, Fireflies Festival and more
Romania Insider
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July 2, 2025
Bucharest gears up for the first edition of Neversea Kapital, chamber music festival SoNoRo Musikland tours cities and villages in Transylvania, and outdoor enthusiasts can reconnect with nature at the Fireflies Festival. In Bucharest: TIFF...
Motorcyclist killed in bear attack on Romanian scenic mountain road
Yahoo News
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BUCHAREST (Reuters) -A motorcyclist was mauled to death by a bear on a road in the Carpathian Mountains in Romania on Thursday, emergency service officials said, the latest attack in the country with the European Union's largest population of...
Folk Dance & Music Festival Brings Artists from 10 Countries to the Stage in Durrës
Euronews Albania
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July 3, 2025
The coastal city of Durrës has transformed into a hub of folklore in recent days, hosting the 6th edition of the International Folk Dance & Music Festival. Artists, musicians, and dancers from 10 different countries — including Albania, Kosovo,...
Great success for Italian entrepreneurs mission in Bucharest
ANSA
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July 3, 2025
The business mission of the delegation composed of 42 Italian companies in the infrastructure sector, accompanied by trade associations, was successfully held in Romania: institutional and B2B meetings in Bucharest from July 1-3, 2025. The mission...
Two new investment funds active in Romania receive financing through EU-backed PNRR
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
Two new investment funds active in Romania, Sparking Capital II and PCP SEE II, will receive allocations worth EUR 30 million under the National Recovery and Resilience Plan, or PNRR, after an approval from the Romanian executive and the European...
‘Aladdin – Live to Film Concert’ comes to Bucharest this October
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
The magic of Disney returns to Bucharest as Aladdin – Live to Film Concert takes the stage at Sala Palatului on October 10. Romanian audiences are invited to relive one of Disney’s most beloved animated classics in a special musical and cinematic...
Metso invests in new screen manufacturing centre in Romania
Rock to Road
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July 3, 2025
Metso, a sustainable technology and solutions company for aggregates and mineral processing, is expanding its stationary screen production footprint by establishing a new manufacturing centre in Oradea, Romania. This investment will support the...
How does Jimmy Butler train? Exploring diet and fitness routine of six-time All-Star
The Times of India
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How does Jimmy Butler train? Exploring diet and fitness routine of six-time All-Star (Image Source: Jimmy/Instagram) The six-time All-Star Jimmy Butler is one of the most popular NBA stars. His commitment to excellence is reflected in his...
Update: Motorcyclist killed in bear attack on Romania’s Transfăgărășan mountain road
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
Update: The motorcyclist killed by a bear on the Transfăgărășan had gotten off his bike to feed and photograph the animal, according to details from the investigation quoted by Digi24. Authorities found several photos of the bear and a video on...
Report: Romanians spent EUR 40 bln in major retail chains last year, up 7.1% from 2023
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
Romanians spent roughly EUR 40 billion in large retail chains last year, representing an increase of 7.1% year-over-year. The 2024 growth rate marked a slowdown compared to 2023 (+11.1% vs. 2022) but remained above inflation, according to the...
EU lawmakers back no confidence vote against von der Leyen media
Sacramento Sun - California
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The European Commission president has been damaged by the ongoing Pfizergate Covid-19 vaccine scandal Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are set to vote on a motion of no confidence against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen...
Weekly museum and gallery guide: Emirati and African artists in the spotlight
The National News
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Trees bent by time, still standing as resilient metaphors of transformation. Photography as a measure of healing. Papier-mache tracing the arc from night to day. This week’s exhibitions explore how people and places weather change. The...
Arte France Cinéma supports Ryûsuke Hamaguchi's All of the Sudden
Cineuropa
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30/06/2025 - The Japanese filmmaker’s upcoming movie will be co-produced by the French-German network, alongside titles by Robert Guédiguian, Masha Kondakova, July Jung and Pawel Pawlikowski The second selection committee of 2025 held by Arte...
Striker Kickie Dzimba signs for Marlow as Blues strengthen squad
Maidenhead Advertiser
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July 8, 2025
Kickie Dzimba. Credit: Marlow FC -- Former Holyport striker Kickie Dzimba has said it’s time to ‘get to work’ after signing for Marlow ahead of their 2025/26 Southern League Central Division campaign. The Blues will be looking to boost their...
Ron Mark’s Quiet War: How a Former New Zealand Defense Minister Became a Friend of Ukraine
Kyiv Post
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July 8, 2025
When Ron Mark arrived in Ukraine this summer, Kyiv was under attack by 550 drones. But he did not hide. The former New Zealand Defense Minister and current mayor of Carterton was exactly where he promised, among the people, on the front line,...
Radu Jude, Abdellatif Kechiche Head to Locarno as Swiss Fest Announces Lineup, An ‘Ambitious and Exciting Edition’
Variety
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July 8, 2025
Switzerland’s Locarno Film Festival has announced its full lineup, which will see Radu Jude, Abdellatif Kechiche and Ben Rivers competing for its prestigious Golden Leopard. Jude, who won the Special Jury Prize only two years ago – for “Do Not...
Romanian government approves monthly energy vouchers for low-income households
Romania Insider
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June 30, 2025
The Romanian government has approved a new support mechanism for vulnerable electricity consumers aimed at helping low-income households cover their energy bills after July 1, when the electricity price cap expires. The emergency ordinance, passed...
Dozens of MEPs ready to vote no confidence in von der Leyen media
Memphis Sun - Tennessee
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The European Commission president has been under scrutiny over a Pfizergate Covid-19 vaccine scandal The Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) are set to vote on a motion of no confidence against European Commission President Ursula von der...
Misinformation, AI, Armed Conflict: What The Wealthiest Countries Worry About The Most
24/7 Wall St.
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July 8, 2025
Key Points The World Economic Forum surveyed over 11,000 business leaders around the world in a report on national-level fears. Among wealthy countries, economic downturn is the most commonly cited fear. In contrast to the developing world, fears...
Mel Gibson visits Orthodox monastery in Greece ahead of 'Resurrection' filming
The Christian Post - Washington D.C.
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July 2, 2025
By CP StaffWednesday, July 02, 2025 Actor and filmmaker Mel Gibson (left) with an unidentified monk at Mount Athos monastery in Greece in June 2025. | YouTube/Emilijan AsenticHollywood icon Mel Gibson is reportedly in Greece for a spiritual...