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Protest for independence of justice in Bucharest. Young people voice
"Restored justice.” "Justice, not corruption.” "Come out of your homes if you care.” These are the slogans echoing through Bucharest on 10–13 December, as Romanians, most of them young, gather, in Victoriei Square, to demand stronger guarantees for judicial independence. The demonstrations highlight growing public concern over interferences in the judicial process. However, two months later nothing has changed.
Only 1 in 5 Children in Rural Areas Feels Truly Happy
On the occasion of International Children’s Day, World Vision Romania draws attention to the fact that only 22% of children living in rural areas consider themselves truly happy, according to the 2024 report Child Well-being in Rural Areas.
In the first four months of 2025, Romania saw an average of 14 domestic violence cases per hour
Fourteen domestic violence cases were reported every hour in Romania during the first part of 2025.
BIEFF.15 brings experimental and community films to Bucharest, between September 22 and 28
The Bucharest International Experimental Film Festival, BIEFF.15, presents eight films from the Arsenal on Location series, which explores solidarity and collaboration through cinema. The event also includes masterclasses, and access is via a "pay what you can" policy.
Banning kids from social media, now up to EU Member States
For the first time, EU Member States are officially allowed to ban minors from social media based on age and real age verification, marking a major shift toward stronger state intervention in protecting children online.
