Stories from Iași · Romania

DJ Charles B. is scheduled to perform an 'incendiary set' at an opening party on May 12, starting at 8:00 PM, at Giardini Palace in Iași. The performance will feature a blend of electronic and classical music.

The Romanian Creative Week 2026 is scheduled to take place in Iași from May 13 to 24. The event will feature special guest Charles B., who will perform a set combining electronic and classical music.

Romania's media minister has dispatched a control commission to the Forest Guard following a conflict involving Mirelli Doras and Subaltern. Diana Buzoianu has withdrawn her appointment as chief inspector and is investigating DNA evidence regarding alleged abuse of office.

The Educational Offers Salon was held in Iași, organized by the County Center for Resources and Educational Assistance. The event featured 41 public and private colleges and high schools from Iași and the metropolitan area.

Strong winds caused power outages for over 35,000 households across 140 localities in Romania. Affected areas include Bacău, Botoșani, Iași, Neamț, Suceava, and Vaslui. The Emergency Situations Inspectorate reported that the storm also removed roofs from 10 apartment buildings. Severe storms across eastern Romania have left over 35,000 consumers without electricity. The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations reported that 40 localities across six counties were affected. Emergency crews intervened in nearly 60 localities to clear construction debris from 50 buildings. Ten trees and utility poles were also removed from roads to restore access. A fire in Rucăren, Vrancea County, affected more than 30 households.