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Romanian Defector, Now Connecticut Yankee, Runs for USA
DVIDS - Georgia
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July 4, 2025
WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES 09.21.1999 Courtesy Story Running his way to a spot on the U.S. team in the recent Military World Games in Zagreb, Croatia, had a special meaning for Sandu Rebenciuc. It gave him the chance to see his parents for the...
UK, France Revamp ‘Reassurance Force’ Plan for Ukraine – Paris HQ, Air Defense, Naval Demining
Kyiv Post
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July 10, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer unveiled more details for a planned peacekeeping force in Ukraine following a three-day state visit by Macron to the UK on Thursday. The plans included a headquarters in...
'I've visited every country in Europe and there are four I wouldn't go back to'
RSVP Live
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July 10, 2025
Lexie Limitless, an American YouTuber who holds the impressive title of being the youngest person to visit every country in the world at just 21 years old, has recently named four European countries she might not necessarily recommend. Having...
News from the world of Education: July 11, 2025
The Hindu
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July 10, 2025
Handloom Hackathon 2025 The Development Commissioner (Handlooms), Ministry of Textiles is hosting a Handloom Hackathon in collaboration with IIT-Delhi and National Design Centre. The aim is to Dates: August 2 and 3 Venue: Research and Innovation...
Dave Myers' widow opens up on Hairy Bikers star's 'unseen pain' in final TV moments
OK!
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July 10, 2025
It's hard to believe that it's been over a year since we said goodbye to the much-loved Hairy Biker, Dave Myers. The cherished television chef, who also won hearts on Strictly Come Dancing, sadly died in February 2024 after a valiant battle with...
EUR 3.66bn from EU Emissions Trading to Cleaner Energy Systems
Energy Industry Review
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July 10, 2025
On 3 July, the European Commission and the European Investment Bank announced that EUR 3.66 billion have been disbursed from the Modernisation Fund to support 34 energy related projects in nine EU Member States. These investments will support the...
The motion of censure initiated by AUR, presented in the plenary session of Parliament
Radio Romania International
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The motion of censure filed by AUR parliamentarians against the executive, entitled "They ruined the country and now they are forcing Romanians to foot the bill. Out with the hypocritical government!" was presented in the plenary session of...
Romanian Far-Right Politician Călin Georgescu Charged with Fascist Propaganda
Mezha
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July 3, 2025
On July 2, 2025, the Romanian prosecutor’s office sent the case of former presidential candidate and far-right politician Călin Georgescu to court. He is accused of promoting fascist and racist ideas, as well as glorifying individuals involved in...
Romanian president, prime minister mark the United States’ Independence Day during reception
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
Romanian president Nicușor Dan, along with prime minister Ilie Bolojan and other officials, participated at a reception on Wednesday, July 2, to mark the US Independence Day. During the reception, they underlined the importance of the relationship...
Romanian Prime Minister Meets Trade Unions to Discuss Budget Deficit Reduction Measures
Bulgarian News Agency
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Romanian Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan met with the country’s five largest trade union organizations to discuss the government’s proposed measures to reduce the budget deficit. The talks lasted an hour and a half and took place at the government...
David Chester Johnson
Ingstad Media - Minnesota
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July 11, 2025
David Chester Johnson, age 92 of Minneapolis, Minnesota, passed away Saturday, July 5, 2025. Visitation for David Johnson will be held Tuesday, July 15, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at Central Lutheran Church, 333 S. 12th Street in...
Romania steps into the big league of fintech - Best Credit IFN becomes the first Romanian NBFI to partner with Bondster
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
Best Credit IFN announces the strategic partnership with the European crowdfunding platform Bondster, becoming the first Romanian non-banking financial institution (NBFI) to attract international capital through this platform. This initial round...
Alex Agius Saliba abstains in confidence vote against EU chief Ursula von der Leyen
Malta Today
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Labour MEP Alex Agius Saliba stood apart from his Maltese counterparts on Thursday, abstaining from a European Parliament vote of no confidence against European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The motion, spearheaded by far-right MEPs,...
Alro furnace investment
Aluminium International Today
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Romanian producer Alro has commissioned an electric aluminium alloy aging furnace. The company invested RON11.5 million ($2.65 million) is the furnace which will replace three gas-powered units and streamline heat treatment operations in its...
Romanian ultranationalist Georgescu to face trial over fascist propaganda
Politico Europe
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July 2, 2025
News Politics If convicted, he faces between three months and three years in prison. Former Romanian presidential candidate Călin Georgescu was indicted on Wednesday for endorsing fascist propaganda, according to a press release from a prosecution...
EU chief survives no-confidence vote as transparency, leadership concerns mount
Detroit Star - Michigan
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Piperea also told POLITICO that von der Leyen should be prepared for "several" more censure efforts in the future, warning that Thursday's vote may not be the last challenge to her authority. STRASBOURG, France, July 10 (Xinhua) -- European...
Archita Phukan paid £25,000 to escape prostitution, now rescues kids from red-light areas
EasternEye
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July 10, 2025
Assamese influencer Archita Phukan revealed she paid £25,000 (₹25 lakh) to escape prostitution after six years. She has since rescued eight other women and now donates to causes helping children and animals. Archita recently contributed £750...
Now, Assam influencer Archita Phukan changes name in Instagram handle to Amira Ishtara
News Live
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July 10, 2025
Archita Phukan who is also known as Babydoll Archi and went viral after sharing an image of her with American adult film star Kendra Lust changed her name in her Instagram handle to Amira Ishtara Viral Assam influencer Archita Phukan, also known...
Romanian PM unveils fiscal package with VAT, fuel tax hikes to reduce deficit
Romania Insider
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July 3, 2025
The Romanian government will implement tax hikes and spending reforms starting August 1 in an attempt to curb the growing budget deficit and avoid a looming financial crisis, prime minister Ilie Bolojan announced. The measures include increases in...
Polish-Ukrainian Relations Questioned in the Wake of Poland’s Presidential Elections
The Jamestown Foundation
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Jamestown Senior Fellow Janusz Bugajski just returned from a trip to Warsaw and Kyiv. He is the author of Pivotal Poland: Europe’s Rising Power. The book explores Warsaw’s determined efforts to shape NATO’s eastern policy, to maintain a strong...