Back to school: Bullying overtakes schoolbag weight as parents’ top concern
The start of the 2025–2026 school year brought a shift in parents’ concerns in Romania: fear of bullying (38%) now outweighs worries about heavy schoolbags (33%) and children’s physical safety (32%).
Slovakia has collected over three billion plastic bottles. What does the rest of Europe think?
Standing in line with a bag of plastic bottles that can be exchanged for a few cents? It's been a common routine in Slovakia for three years. But when we look beyond the border, we find that depositing plastic bottles and cans is not a given.
Will “Chat Control” Fight Abuse Online or is it a Risk of Mass Surveillance?
EU’s controversial proposal Chat Control has sparked fierce debate with an agreement between governments on the hoziron: is it a much-needed safeguard against online abuse or a dangerous step towards mass surveillance? Here’s what’s real, what’s disinformation and how it could impact your daily digital life.
Most Young Romanians Feel Uninformed About Politics, Study Finds
A majority of young people in Romania say they know little or nothing about politics, according to a new study by the Center for Independent Journalism (CJI).
Does China see Germany as a gateway to Europe? Easing the rare earth metals dispute
The warming of trade relations between Germany and China could reshuffle the balance of power in Europe. Beijing is increasingly focusing on Berlin, hoping to influence the policies of the entire EU through its largest economy.
How Much Time do Romanian Children Spend Online?
Almost half of Romanian children (48.3%) spend more than six hours a day online, most of it on social media, according to a new study by Save the Children Romania.
Too Young to be Mothers: Romania’s Teenage Pregnancy Epidemic
Over the past five years, Romania has recorded more than 88,000 births to underage mothers - the highest percentage in Europe.
Why Romanian Students Underperform in High School
Romania’s Education Minister, Daniel David, wants to reform the way the high school curriculum is designed. He notes that Romanian students enter high school ”with intelligence and creativity comparable to their peers in Western countries.”
