July 11, 2025. ONLINE SPOTLIGHT. Online news of the last 24 hours

In the last 24 hours, the Romanian online press has been covering European politics (the rejection of the no-confidence motion against Ursula von der Leyen), economic and wage reforms (with a focus on state-owned companies), domestic politics (the controversy over the anti-extremism law), road infrastructure (the opening of a new section of the Moldovan highway) and education (the publication of the final results of the National Assessment).

Motion of censure against Ursula von der Leyen rejected in the European Parliament

The initiative of the AUR MEPs to sanction the European Commission led by Ursula von der Leyen has been rejected by a majority of MEPs. From Romania, eight MEPs supported the motion while others abstained. Although formal, the action underlines the existence of a marginal but vocal Eurosceptic movement. (Digi24, HotNews.ro, G4Media.ro)

Controversy over anti-extremism law and reactions against Nicușor Dan

The president's appeal to the Constitutional Court against a law that toughens sanctions for extremist speech has sparked reactions in the public space. MP Silviu Vexler, the initiator of the law, announced that he will return the distinction he received from the state (National Order of Merit in the rank of Knight) in protest. (HotNews.ro, G4Media.ro, Free Europe Romania)

Wage reform in state companies

Economy Minister Radu Miruță draws the attention of the press with his repeated messages about excessive revenues in the public sector. The case of the director of Incertrans, who voluntarily reduced his salary, is used as an example of morality. At the same time, the press has reported recent increases in compensation in several state companies (Mediafax, G4Media.ro, Economedia.ro)

The opening of a new section on Moldova's highway (A7)

On the eve of the weekend, the press is announcing the opening of traffic on a new segment of the A7, including an impressive bridge over the Buzău river. Although inaugurated late, the project is considered essential for regional connectivity.(Antena 3, HotNews.ro, Economica.net)

Final results of the 2025 National Assessment

After settling the appeals, the final results of the National Assessment exam confirm a higher pass rate than last year. The press reports disparities between counties and the low number of appeals. (Digi24, HotNews.ro, Știrile Pro TV)

Top entities frequently mentioned in the news:

1. Ursula von der Leyen
2. Nicușor Dan
3. Radu Miruță
4. Moldovan highway (A7)
5. National Assessment 2025

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