Politics
In-depth analysis and reporting on political events, elections, policies, and power dynamics. This section covers both domestic and international affairs, offering context and clarity on the decisions that affect our lives and the people behind them.
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US military chief announces 'threshold to resumption of major combat operations': Iran has attacked US forces 10 times so far
Iran has launched more than ten attacks on US forces since the ceasefire took effect nearly a month ago, US…
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The black beads, found by a USR leader in the ballot boxes, during the censure motion. Two MPs went home with balls
USR Senator Cristian Ghinea, secretary of the Permanent Bureau of the Senate, announced that two black beads were also found…
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One of the most famous radio stars in Romania, categorical message after the dismissal of Ilie Bolojan: “I look at this photo and I know that even in 10 years I will not be ashamed of it”
The producer of Radio Zu jumps to the defense of the dismissed prime minister with a clear message. “Better Bolojanist…
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The price of diesel and petrol has just gone up at the pumps
The largest network of gas stations in Romania, Petrom, increased the prices at the pump, writes Economica. The price of…
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After the PNL, the USR also voted on what to do after the Bolojan Government fell through a motion of no confidence
In parallel with the PNL, the USR also voted again, on Tuesday evening, the resolution that excludes a governmental majority…
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The beer that became very popular in France after a summons from Yoko Ono, John Lennon's widow
Following a summons sent by Yoko Ono – the widow of John Lennon, the lead singer of The Beatles -,…
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I don't want to live “waiting” anymore. What political crises look like in the everyday life of parents
I'm tired of living with the feeling that my life is “on hold”. I'm tired of hoping, and fighting, and…
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Nicușor Dan woke up with an orchestra – Rapid reaction after the fall of the Bolojan Government
Political science professor Cristian Pîrvulescu says, in a dialogue with HotNews, that a new crisis awaits the Romanians, in which…
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Hospital in Bucharest, left without electricity after a worker cut a cable by mistake
The CF2 hospital in Bucharest was without electricity on Tuesday around noon. The hospital is currently operating with the help…
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Sorin Grindeanu says what proposal PSD will go with at the consultations in Cotroceni. The PSD leader's first reaction after the PSD-AUR motion passed
The leader of the PSD claims that “it would be normal” for Ilie Bolojan to resign from the position of…
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In the battle for Britain, Nigel Farage's Reform party is set to become a major political force in Scotland and Wales
Polls suggest that in local elections on Thursday, Reform will collect 20% of the vote in Scotland – up from…
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The Bolojan government was dismissed. The PSD – AUR motion passed, according to HotNews information
The PSD-AUR motion was voted by 281 senators and deputies, according to HotNews sources, which means that the Ilie Bolojan…
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The gesture made by a minister at the vote of the censure motion: “We will not allow Moscow to choose, through a party like AUR, where things go”
During his speech in the plenary session of the Parliament, the USR Minister of Defense, Radu Miruță, brought a compass…
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The armistice “hangs by a thread”. Bad news from the Middle East as the US and Iran battle for control of the Strait of Hormuz
The fragile ceasefire agreement in the Middle East was under question on Tuesday after a series of confrontations between the…
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The poster that George Simion brought to the Parliament tribune. It is not for the first time
During the speech, George Simion presented to the plenary, again, a photo of Monica Hunyadi, who was appointed in 2024…
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How much money did the bosses of Hidroelectrica take, accused of mocking Ilie Bolojan. “They preferred to make profits, because the water in Romania flows from hill to valley anyway”
The three members of the Hidroelectrica directorate each collected over 2.3 million gross lei last year, writes Economica. A few…
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A big-name band cancels its US comeback concert amid poor ticket sales
After a recent spate of tour cancellations amid poor ticket sales, music industry watchers were anticipating the next blow to…
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It's time to ditch passwords and replace them with passkeys. All the arguments, in the Good Tech newsletter of Wednesday, May 6
Passwords eat up our time, nerves, and sometimes entire accounts. A simpler and safer alternative already exists, and the transition…
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BNR launches two coins with the theme “Steaua Bucharest – 40 years since winning the European Champions Cup”
Starting on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, the National Bank of Romania is launching a silver coin and a copper tombac…
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Extraordinary meeting of the Government, just before the vote on the no-confidence motion
The government meets on Tuesday, at 9:30 a.m., in an extraordinary meeting in a hybrid format, according to an announcement…
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