The new academic year in Romania is marked by significant hurdles, including the implementation of a new high school curriculum after nearly two decades, approximately 700 schools still under renovation, and 9th-grade students starting without physical textbooks, with digital alternatives promised by Minister of Education and Research Mihai Dimian.

HotNews.ro: New School Year in Romania: New Curriculum for High School Students After…

Romania is introducing a new curriculum for high school students after nearly two decades, with changes and new optional subjects to be implemented.

Digi24: 700 Schools Under Renovation Before New School Year Starts in Romania

Exclusively reported, around 700 schools in Romania are still under construction as the new academic year approaches. The Minister of Education explains that temporary solutions are in place for students, including rented spaces.

Digi24: 9th Graders to Start High School Without Textbooks; Digital Format Promised

In an exclusive report, it is revealed that 9th graders will begin the school year without physical textbooks, with the Minister of Education stating that a digital format will be provided.

Libertatea: 9th Graders Start School Without Textbooks

Ninth-grade students are starting the school year without textbooks due to unfinished procurement processes, according to Mihai Dimian. The Minister's proposed solution is discussed.

President Nicușor Dan has convened a meeting of the Supreme Defense Council of the Country to discuss specific topics, amidst rumors that he may announce a nominee for Prime Minister on Monday, as Romania continues to navigate an extended political crisis with Prime Minister Ilie Bolojan leading a caretaker government.

HotNews.ro: President Nicușor Dan Convened the Supreme Defense Council of the Country…

Mayor Nicușor Dan has called a meeting of the Supreme Defense Council of the Country to discuss specific, targeted topics.

Digi24: President Nicușor Dan May Announce Premier; Conditions for Future Government…

Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan is rumored to announce the nominee for Prime Minister on Monday, with specific conditions reportedly being discussed at the Presidential Palace.

Digi24: President Nicușor Dan Convenes Supreme Defense Council Meeting

Bucharest Mayor Nicușor Dan has called a meeting of the Supreme Council of National Defense for Monday at 3:00 PM at the Presidential Palace to discuss agenda items.

An in-depth analysis has exposed DIICOT's consistent failure over 25 years to effectively intercept drugs trafficked through Constanta Port, a major entry point for drug distribution into the European Union.

G4Media: DIICOT's 25-Year Failure in Constanta Port Drug Interception

An in-depth analysis reveals DIICOT's long-standing failure to effectively intercept drugs passing through Constanta port, a known route for drug distribution into the EU, despite presidential commendations for unrelated activities. A drug bureau was only established in Constanta in 2024.

A mayor from Ukraine has been arrested in Romania on international corruption charges, with Romanian judges approving his extradition.

Libertatea: Ukrainian Mayor Arrested in Romania for Corruption

A mayor from Ukraine was arrested in Romania and is wanted internationally for corruption charges. Romanian judges have approved his extradition.

Thousands of Romanians employed in major international institutions are now facing incompatibility issues due to a new integrity law, a situation that could potentially harm Romania's interest in staffing these organizations.

G4Media: Romanians in International Institutions Face Incompatibility Issues

Thousands of Romanians working in major international institutions are now in a state of incompatibility due to a new integrity law, potentially harming Romania's interest in staffing these organizations.

Bishop Ignatie Trif of Huși has taken a firm stance by prohibiting pro-Russian politician Călin Georgescu from conducting political activities within church premises in his diocese.

G4Media: Profile: Bishop Ignatie Trif Bans Pro-Russian Politician from Churches

This profile details Bishop Ignatie Trif of Huși, who has prohibited pro-Russian politician Călin Georgescu from engaging in political activities within church premises, contrasting with Georgescu's alleged actions elsewhere.

Reformist judge Sorina Marinaș is reportedly being targeted by the Judicial Inspectorate, suggesting a pattern of investigations against judges critical of certain networks within the justice system.

G4Media: Reformist Judge Sorina Marinaș Targeted by Judicial Inspectorate

The article reports that reformist judge Sorina Marinaș is being targeted by the Judicial Inspectorate, suggesting a pattern where judges critical of the 'Savonea network' are being investigated.

The discussion about public funding for churches has resurfaced in Romania, with proposals to adopt a German model where churches are directly financed by their declared members.

Adevărul: Church Funding: State Pockets vs. Believers' Contributions - German Model…

The debate over public funding for churches is reignited in Romania, with a proposal to adopt the German model where churches are financed directly by their declared members.

An earthquake was reported in Romania on Sunday morning, with details provided on its magnitude and the areas where it was perceived.

Adevărul: Earthquake in Romania on Sunday Morning: Magnitude and Affected Areas

An earthquake was felt in Romania on Sunday morning, with details provided on its magnitude and the areas where it was perceived.

A large-scale police operation, including helicopter surveillance, is underway in Mehedinți County, Romania, in search of a driver from the Republic of Moldova who allegedly fled from police.

Digi24: Police Search for Moldovan Driver in Mehedinți with Helicopter

A large police operation, including helicopter surveillance, is underway in Mehedinți County, Romania, to find a driver from the Republic of Moldova who allegedly fled from the police.