Britons warned to allocate four hours for new EU entry/exit system

British nationals could face four-hour waits at border control when visiting several EU countries thanks to a new digital system, a travel expert has warned. The Entry/Exit System (EES) will be gradually rolled out across Europe over the next six...

Romanian gendarmes to patrol Tenerife along with the Spanish Civil Guard

Two Romanian gendarmes will carry out patrols along with agents of the Spanish Civil Guard in the tourist areas of Tenerife in the next six months. The two officers were delegated to Tenerife at the invitation of the Spanish Civil Guard, according...

Romanian parties spend more than half of subsidies on propaganda and media, watchdog says

Romanian political parties directed 53% of their RON 174 million (EUR 35 million) in public subsidies during January-August towards media and propaganda expenses, according to a report published by the Expert Forum (EFOR) on October 1. The...

British Airways flight 'makes emergency landing' in Romania after reports of smoke on board - with 'plane evacuated as four people fall ill'

By SHANNON MCGUIGAN, NEWS REPORTER Published: 15:17 EDT, 9 October 2025 | Updated: 17:21 EDT, 9 October 2025 A British Airways flight made an emergency landing in Romania amid reports four people suffered possible smoke inhalation. The BA603...

Startup Fortress: Romania’s Oradea launches year-round program for tech founders

Make IT in Oradea, a public-private initiative developed by the city to support tech entrepreneurship, has launched Startup Fortress, a year-round program offering tech founders access to infrastructure, funding, and networking. The program aims...

One in four Europeans couldn’t afford a holiday in 2024

ECONOMY [AP] One in four European citizens aged over 16 (27%) could not afford a weeklong holiday in 2024, based on Eurostat data. Romania was at the bottom of that list, with more than half of its citizens (just under 60%) saying they were unable...

MetaTerra in Formal Talks to Bring Miracle Pay to Romania’s Upcoming International Airport

Romania’s forthcoming international airport near Bucharest aims to position itself as a pioneer in crypto-friendly travel infrastructure, with Miracle Pay being considered as an official payment channel, pending concession awards and regulatory...

How to watch Alpine Ski World Cup: live stream online for free from anywhere in the world

Running from October 2025 until March 2026, the 60th edition of the Alpine Ski World Cup will once again bring together the best technical and speed skiers on the planet as they compete for glory across a season that is highlighted by the Winter...

US could hit Russia with more sanctions to end Ukraine war, but first wants Europe to increase pressure

Audio By Carbonatix By Gram Slattery, Max Hunder and Steve Holland WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. President Donald Trump’s administration has prepared additional sanctions it could use to target key areas of Russia’s economy if President Vladimir...

British Airways flight makes emergency landing in Romania

A British Airways Airbus A320 traveling from Istanbul to London made an emergency landing in Romania this afternoon after four passengers experienced smoke inhalation. The affected passengers required urgent medical assistance following the...

Sibiu Airport first in Romania to implement EU’s biometric Entry/Exit System

The Sibiu International Airport is set to become the first in Romania to introduce the EU’s new Entry/Exit System - EES, a biometric border control mechanism designed to modernize external Schengen border management and replace manual passport...

BA flight to London makes emergency landing in Romania after four suffer ‘smoke inhalation’ & get medical assistance

A BRITISH airways flight made an emergency landing in Romania after four passengers suffered from “smoke inhalation,” requiring urgent medical assistance. The airbus A320 was travelling from Istanbul to London when it had to make an emergency...

Bermudian travellers on notice for visits to European Union

Created: Oct 09, 2025 04:20 PM (Updated: Oct 09, 2025 04:20 PM) Travel changes: Heathrow Airport (AP Photo/Kin Cheung) The European Union’s new digital system of border controls, which comes into force this Sunday, is to change requirements for...

Google introduces AI Mode searches in Romanian

Google’s new AI-assisted search mode, the so-called AI Mode, is now available in Romania and in the Romanian language, powered by Gemini 2.5, according to a press release from the company. AI Mode functions as a distinct option within the Google...

Bulgaria Wins Two ESPA Innovation Awards for Successful Practices in Medical Spa Tourism

Bulgaria received two awards for innovation from the European Spas Association - ESPA Innovation Award, which are presented for the most innovative and successful practices in the field of medical spa tourism in Europe. This happened on the second...

Saint Parascheva celebration in Iași expected to draw one of Romania’s largest pilgrimages

Over 24,500 people have prayed over the relics of Saint Parascheva in Iași, in eastern Romania, in around 24 hours, according to Church officials. The pilgrimage, one of the largest in Romania, began on Wednesday, October 8, and is set to last...

The details UK tourists will have to provide when arriving in Europe from Sunday

British tourists will be required to supply additional data at EU borders as part of the newly developed Entry Exit System (EES)(Image: PA) New border rules come into effect across the European Union from this Sunday which will change the rules UK...

Update: Romanian Environment Ministry convenes emergency committee over severe weather warnings

Update: The ANM updated its weather alerts and issued a red code warning for torrential rain in Dolj and Olt counties, in effect from Thursday evening until Friday night. Forecasters said rainfall could reach 100–110 liters per square meter during...

‘Our work is created with heart’: Co Down jeweller represents NI at prestigious Romania Jewelry Week

Celtic torcs and hammered silver inspired by a rainy summer brought a taste of Ireland to a jewellery festival this month, writes Jade Beecroft Louisa (35), who works from her home studio on the Ards peninsula, took her Ancient Islands collection,...

Americans Can Fly Nonstop To These 3 Underrated European Cities This Winter

Thinking of a winter getaway to Europe, but baguette and wine picnics in Paris, and strolls along the Thames in London don't exactly pique your interest life before? To a certain degree, we're all tired of the same old European cliches, but it's...