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Fire breaks out at Restaurant Diamond in Bucharest’s Sector 4
Firefighters are tackling a major fire at Restaurant Diamond on Calea Piscului, with no victims identified so far.
Major Fire Engulfs Event Venue in Bucharest's Sector 4
Firefighters are tackling a major blaze at an event salon on Calea Piscului in Sector 4 of Bucharest. No casualties have been reported so far, but there is a risk the fire could spread.
Skipping Blood Pressure Pills May Wipe Out Heart Protection, Study Finds
New research presented at ESC 2026 shows that taking blood pressure medication regularly is essential to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke.
Verstappen Wins in Mexico as Antonelli Seals F1 Title
Max Verstappen took victory in Mexico City and moved to second in the standings, while Kimi Antonelli became the youngest champion in F1 history.
Coastal Erosion May Cost Europe €800 Billion Annually by 2100
A Council of Europe report warns that without action, Europe could lose up to €800 billion each year to coastal erosion by the end of the century.
Regular Tea Drinking Linked to Lower Heart Disease Risk, Study Suggests
A large Chinese study published this month found that consistent, moderate tea consumption is associated with an 11% lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
Romanian Students Return to School on Monday After Autumn Break
Pupils across Romania head back to classrooms on 2 November 2026 following the one-week autumn holiday, with the full school year structure outlined by the Ministry of Education.
November 1: EU Founded, Ottoman Sultan Abdicates, and Sistine Chapel Unveiled
On 1 November, the European Union was founded, the last Ottoman sultan abdicated, and Michelangelo's Sistine Chapel ceiling was unveiled. The day before saw the completion of the 'Last Judgment' and the Battle of Britain victory.
Bulgaria holds presidential runoff amid political uncertainty
Iliana Yotova and Andrey Gyurov face off on Sunday, after the first round saw the lowest turnout in Bulgaria's post-communist history.
Bulgaria Votes in Presidential Runoff as Russia Stance Divides Candidates
Bulgarians vote in the second round of presidential elections on Sunday, with incumbent Iliana Iotova facing Andrey Gyurov. The race hinges on views about Ukraine and Russia, and could produce Bulgaria's first female president.
Search Continues for Three Missing Children in Sălaj County
Police and volunteers are searching for three children aged 11, 12 and 13 who went missing from Borla, Sălaj County, on Thursday. A RO-Alert has been issued in Sălaj and Cluj.
AI Can Amplify or Replace Critical Thinking, Researcher Says
Nicoleta Prutean, a cognitive neuroscientist from Moldova now working in Brussels, explains why regulating AI platform design matters more than banning services.
Xyber Air: Motorcycle-Style E-Bike with 83km Range, Not Yet in Romania
The Xyber Air, a new electric bike that looks like a naked motorcycle, is currently only sold in the US but could eventually reach Romania. It offers an 83km range, smartphone connectivity and anti-theft features.
US official: Romania among most reliable NATO allies on eastern flank
US Under Secretary of State Thomas DiNanno called Romania one of Washington's most reliable allies on NATO's eastern flank, after talks in Washington with Romanian presidential adviser Marius Lazurca.
US approves $2.1bn Patriot missile sale to Ukraine
The US State Department has approved the sale of 500 Patriot PAC-3 missiles to Ukraine, with funding from Canada, Germany, Norway and the EU.
Rabla Auto 2026 Reopens 3 November with 35.4 Million Lei
Romania’s Rabla Auto 2026 scrappage scheme reopens on 3 November at 10:00 with a 35.4 million lei budget for new, less polluting vehicles.
Romania’s president and Saudi crown prince discuss trade routes and security
Nicușor Dan spoke with Mohammed bin Salman on Thursday, condemning Houthi attacks on civilian infrastructure and pledging closer political and economic ties.
Romania November Forecast: Cold, Wet Start Then Average Weather
Cooler than usual weather and above-average rainfall are expected across much of Romania during the first week of November, followed by a gradual return to seasonal norms.