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29 august 2025

Study: Cannabis used for pain and anxiety linked to higher risk of paranoia

The largest study to date on cannabis use shows that people who start smoking to combat pain, anxiety or depression are at a higher risk of developing paranoia, compared to those who use recreationally.

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UTCN students, drivers and engineers at Formula Student Germany on the Hockenheimring circuit

Formula Student Germany is one of the most prestigious international competitions dedicated to electric vehicles and university engineering teams.

Tokyo breaks heatwave records

Tokyo this week recorded its tenth consecutive day with temperatures of at least 35 degrees Celsius, setting an all-time record since meteorological measurements began in 1875.

The board of the former SIF Oltenia closes down the Craiova headquarters

The board of directors of Infinity Capital Investments is closing down the secondary headquarters in Craiova, according to a report by the former SIF Oltenia published yesterday on the website of the Bucharest Stock Exchange (BVB).

Fossil energy giants use ICSID tribunal against green transition

The International Center for Settlement of Foreign Investment Disputes (ICSID), the so-called ICSID tribunal in Washington, attached to the World Bank, has in recent years become the preferred tool of fossil energy giants through which they block the green transition policies of the European Union member states, say journalists from the European investigative website Follow The Money in an investigation published yesterday.

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Firearms in Self-Defense: Heated Debates and the Cruel Reality

Researchers develop personalized immunotherapy against one of the most aggressive brain tumors

UN creates scientific group to regulate artificial intelligence

Diplomacy in the Trump era: the bribe is no longer given in Istanbul, but in Washington

Since the beginning of Donald Trump's second presidential term, the USA has transformed from the defender of the democrats, the values and principles of the rule of law, as well as the rights and freedoms of the citizen, into a state in which...

Huge corporate fines in the US, between 2020 and 2024; which companies are the most penalized

US authorities imposed corporate fines worth more than $ 250 billion between 2020 and 2024, an amount greater than the current GDP of New Zealand, shows an analysis by visualcapitalist.com, which made a ranking of the top 30 companies affected by...

Romania completes OECD assessment in science and research

Psychological approval becomes mandatory for coaches and physical trainers in Romania

The National Agency for Sports (ANS) announced that it has finalized the procedure and control measures according to the amendment to Law 69/2000 - Law on Physical Education and Sports.

European car industry calls for change in CO2 emissions targets

Poll: Citizens condemn the Legionary Movement, but are divided on Ion Antonescu

59% of Romanians believe that the Legionary Movement was a criminal organization, 17% reject this statement, and the rest do not have a firm answer, shows the poll conducted by Avangarde between August 19-24, 2025 on a sample of 1,100 adults,...

Fondul Proprietatea: why does the Board of Representatives prefer Roca FP for the position of administrator?

• Local expertise was one of the basic aspects for the selection made by the CR, the report shows

The Mystery of the Checua Group: Archaeological Discovery with Major Implications

Infinity wants to sell Argus Constanta and Comcereal Tulcea

"Mica Buclă" becomes a cycling festival for all

The 2025 Cycling Tour of Romania brings a major premiere: in addition to the elite competition, the public will have the opportunity to participate in seven mass races, dedicated to both children and adults.

A fund controlled by Lion Capital and Longshield Investment sold shares in the Infinity Capital offer

College of Physicians: "There is no vaccine shedding in anti-COVID vaccines”

The 2025-2026 school year, under several question marks

OPINIONWhen justice takes a break for a pension bonus

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Von der Leyen, the CDU's secret playbook for the German presidency in 2027?

In political Germany, discussions about who will succeed Frank-Walter Steinmeier as federal president in 2027 have taken a surprising turn with the emergence of Ursula von der Leyen among the possible replacements, according to the German daily...

Which countries have the most wealth per capita

Global wealth per person grew by 4.6% in 2024, and Switzerland remains in first place in this regard, with an average amount per adult of $ 687,166, according to the UBS Global Wealth 2025 report, which presents a ranking based on average and...

Russia's economy, kept alive by debt: 890 billion euros - bank loans in 2024

The Russian economy has come to function almost exclusively through bank debt, shows a large analysis of the banking system published yesterday by the daily Kommersant, given that the Kremlin ordered that 40% of the state budget be directed to...

Popular Investor on eToro: "Invest in AI!"

• (Interview with Lena Birse, eToro Popular Investor and Full-Time Trader)

Romania and the Republic of Moldova launch 62 joint research projects

Spain, under the most intense heat wave in history

Europe strengthens its cyber defense with dedicated funding for digital security companies

Russian commerce takes advantage of Alaska summit

Opel abandons target to sell only electric cars from 2028

• The company's profitability has declined in recent years

US government stake in Intel could cut 76% of company's foreign revenue

Intel executives told Reuters on Tuesday they were concerned that the new ownership structure could hurt international sales, limit the company's access to future grants and expose the business to new regulatory constraints after the Trump...

Wall Street welcomes prospect of rate cuts, but stagflation looms

• Edward Jones Investments: "Powell's comments are music to the market's ears”

Andrei Cionca, permanent representative of ROCA FP

Fondul Proprietatea: what change does ROCA FP want to bring?

• Andrei Cionca: "In the first period, we will focus on managing the current portfolio and accelerating the listing of the three important companies"

The governing coalition, in danger due to the right-wing candidate for the Capital City Mayor

The elections for the Capital City Mayor seem to have become an existential test for the current governing coalition, a sore point that could transform the relations between the PSD and the PNL into a minefield, according to yesterday's...

State aid of over 170 million lei for two companies in the automotive industry

Trump's tariffs sever postal ties between Europe and America

Timişoara Student Scholarships, Austerity and University Autonomy

Intervision, a musical spectacle and geopolitical propaganda

Antarctica under pressure: climate change, tourism and scientific activity

US banks want uniform regulations at US level

European wine and spirits exporters expect huge losses

CFR Călători's "historic" profit has melted away: record losses, masked by huge subsidies

The energy and digital transition, dependent on rare metals and earths

Difficult week for Bolojan: Government assumes responsibility for Package 2

Fires, a wake-up call for the whole of Europe

Bitcoin holdings expand among companies

• MicroStrategy - Leader, with 629,000 BTC in Portfolio, Worth About $74.5 Billion

Experts predict new records for gold; what does the evolution indicate for the global financial system?

• Phoenix Capital Research: "Gold's evolution "anticipates' that policymakers no longer have any viable option that does not involve currency devaluation”

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