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Super Farmer is a new edition of the 1940s cult classic created to teach children to count and allow a math professor to survive unemployment under Nazi rule in Warsaw.
This past May, something big happened at a sleepy airport in Balchik, in northeastern Bulgaria. Dronamics, a Bulgarian drone developer dubbed "The World's First Cargo Drone Airline," successfully completed the first flight of the Black Swan, its unmanned aircraft.
The bald Greek-American detective played by Telly Savalas was so famous in Romania that his favorite sweet treat was named after him.
An unusual artist project from the 1960s and 70s turned a medium-sized Polish city's public squares into the exposition of the country's best sculptors.
In 2021, Hungary's fintech landscape experienced significant transformation, marked by robust growth, evolving business focuses, and changing employment trends.
Romania embarks on a strategic defense upgrade, seeking parliamentary approval to purchase 32 Lockheed Martin F-35A Lightning II aircraft from the U.S
Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu announces Romania's RePowerEu plan, channeling 1.4 billion euros towards photovoltaics and home energy efficiency, aiming to benefit over 60,000 households.
In 2023, Poland's Świnoujście LNG Terminal distributed over 4,000 cisterns of natural gas, marking its most robust performance since its 2016 inauguration.
Poland: Zakopane's Social Media-fueled Middle Eastern Tourism Boom.
Ahead of Varna Day, celebrated on 15 August, 3Seas Europe talks to four local residents about what makes their city so special.
Jabil's massive manufacturing site in Osijek, Croatia, represents the largest post-independence private venture in Croatia.
In the latest quarter, Estonia witnessed a tourism boom, welcoming over 1.1 million foreign tourists and enjoying a revenue surge of an additional €62 million compared to last year.
Lithuanians, lured by lower prices, boosted their spending in Poland to 3.2 million euros, marking a 2% increase from the previous year, especially on school supplies and essentials.
Gdańsk Port witnesses historic surge with 41.2 million tons of goods rolled through in H1 2023.
€16 million investment for the expansion of Bulgaria's Chiren gas storage has been approved.
Lately Czech Republic witnessed a 14.3% spike in tourism, with domestic visitors outpacing foreign guests.
Mubea's €60 million push in Slovakia aims at electromobility growth, with a focus on cooling plates for EV batteries.
Lithuania's public sector embarks on a sustainable journey with a €38 million EU boost for electric and hydrogen transport.
Poland ascends to prominence in offshore services, securing a notable 13th rank in Kearney's 2023 Global Index, with India, China, and Malaysia still dominating the sector.
"Hi, you have given me life, and now my role is to represent you like a mirror!" echoed across Romania's Government chambers. This came not from a movie but from the introduction of the government's new honorary assistant, named ION, which is a not-so-simple AI system tasked with gathering data from citizens and voicing their thoughts.
The European Commission greenlights a significant investment to modernize and elevate Czech railways.
In response to an escalating labor demand, Hungary is set to roll out nearly half a million jobs, with a focus on hiring international workers.
As Bulgaria gears up for eurozone entry in 2025, economic forecasts anticipate a stable shift with limited inflationary effects.
Estonia stands out with top honors in work culture in the latest Expat Insider rankings, showcasing its strong appeal to global professionals.
North Korean hackers purportedly pilfer $100 million from Estonia's Atomic Wallet, sparking debates over Estonia's crypto oversight.
It was the dream of socialism without censorship and political prisoners. It was the dream of a society motivated by the future, not fear. It was a dream that was killed by an invasion in 1968.
June 2023 marked a record month for Slovenia as it experienced its highest ever merchandise exports and trade surplus of an unprecedented €671 million.
Romanian energy powerhouses, OMV Petrom and Romgaz, are committing massive investment towards the development phase of the Neptun Deep project.
Romania emerged as the EU's top exporter of wheat and barley in July 2023, while its import volumes remained low.
Recent data reveals a dynamic Q2 for Estonia's cash economy, marked by a surge in ATM transactions, a rise in the circulation of banknotes, and persistent exchanges of the phased-out Kroon currency.
The Polish Economic Institute's recent report reveals Poland as Ukraine's second biggest supplier delivering essential commodities for both wartime needs and everyday survival.
Coffee. Can you imagine a day without it? It puts you on your feet, gives you energy, and is simply irreplaceable. And did you know that Croatia is a country of coffee drinkers?
In 1978, a man from the village of Emilcin, Poland, made contact with beings from outer space. And it must be true because there's proof: a monument that says so!
Hungarian painter Róbert Berény's "Sleeping Lady with Black Vase", was considered missing for almost a century. That is, until an art historian found it... in a scene from a popular family movie.
Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki discuss a plan to reroute Ukrainian grain exports through Baltic ports, capable of handling 25 million tons annually.
One in three Baltic investors prioritize green initiatives, but the majority remain indifferent to where their investments are directed.
Latvian residents' investments in savings bonds have skyrocketed to 150 million euros.
Defying economic predictions, Lithuania's economy has displayed remarkable resilience with a surprising 2.8% GDP growth in the second quarter.
Unemployment in Poland hits an unprecedented low, with the rate dropping to just 2.7%
Japanese car maker, Suzuki, announces a significant investment to enhance production and promote sustainability at its Esztergom plant in Hungary.
The re-launch of the pivotal thermal power plant construction in Iernut has been announced. The 430 MW capacity project is set to be completed in 16 months.
According to a recent Foresight Center report, Estonia could become a key player in the global chip sector by harnessing opportunities in chip design, verification, and security testing.
Amidst evolving immigration patterns in 2023, Lithuania experiences a significant increase in foreign residency.
Baltic states, including Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia, have reached a significant agreement to disconnect from the Russian-controlled by early 2025
Long gone are the days when making a beloved mix tape involved hours of sitting at your computer trying to download a single song that half the time still ended in an error message. You can thank a genius Croatian invention born from a master's thesis for that.
Deposits in Croatian banks increased by 600 million euros.
Czech Republic received €1.91 billion more from the European Union's budget than it contributed.
Czechia's potential adoption of the Euro by 2030 is met with substantial resistance.
The war in Ukraine showed all the European countries how vulnerable their plans and infrastructure were. Czechia was no different, so it is now revising its crucial security strategies.
Bulgaria rebounds from early 2023 deficit, reporting a budget surplus of €60.4M in H1 2023, amid increased tax revenues and higher public expenditure.
VÚB Bank's H1 profits nearly doubled to €135M, closing in on the top-earning Slovenská sporiteľna.
While still a practical mobility aid for seniors and hikers, the generously patterned and colorful wooden walking stick has also become a symbol of the Latvian town of Sigulda. It is a much-loved souvenir item, and you can even make your own version.
Industrialist Michal Strnad is injecting funds into defense firms, catalyzing expansion and job growth.
CEC Bank strengthens its commitment to agricultural support, finalizing the acquisition of a majority 99.993% stake in the Rural Credit Guarantee Fund.
Wallenius Marine, a Scandinavian shipowner, plans new cargo routes from Poland to Sweden's central ports.
The deficit soared to nearly EUR 20 billion instead of projected 19.8 EUR 20 billion.
In the 2023 EU-wide stress test Poland's Pekao emerged as the most resilient bank, serving over 6.4m customers with assets worth EUR 66.3b.
He was more than a drummer. He was a multi-instrumentalist, a fine percussionist, a revolutionary inventor, and a visionary. This Romania-born ‘jack of all trades’ mastered it all and was considered the world’s greatest snare drummer.
Despite economic challenges, OMV Group's landmark gas field discovery in Wittau, Austria, promises to enhance the country's annual gas production by half.
In a historic move, Chinese battery titan Sunwoda is set to construct its first European plant in Nyíregyháza.
Hidden among pastures and vineyards, these igloo-like stone houses, forged through skill, determination, and great patience, are an inseparable part of the landscape of Istria and Dalmatia in Croatia.
Estonia's credit rating falls to A+ from AA-, citing rising government debt and a predicted 1.6% economic contraction for this year.
With an 87.02% punctuality rate from 46,500 flights, LOT Polish Airlines claimed the title of Europe's most on-time carrier in H1 2023.
Poland's premier game studio with a €2 billion valuation, has been bought by Chinese tech giant marking a milestone in the Polish merger and acquisition history.
The most well-known wafer biscuit in Slovakia is undoubtedly Horalka, which has reigned supreme for almost 60 years. With a recipe still under lock and key, the sweet treat has won the hearts of many across the world.
Anthony Burgess' masterpiece models the English language as it could sound were it overwhelmingly influenced by Russian. Polish translator Robert Stiller recreated the experiment in Polish in multiple versions.
After living together for 69 years, a divorce came. Czechs and Slovaks shared many ups and downs throughout modern history, and the split surprised many. But was it really a surprise?
In the first half of 2023, Croatian Telecom (HT) saw a 6.2% YoY increase in revenues, reaching €492m.
The groundbreaking North Adriatic Hydrogen Valley, a joint initiative involving Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy, is set to kick-off in September.
Bulgarian migrant workers sent back a total of €587 million to their home country in the first five months of 2023
Located at the opposite ends of the three seas region, Bulgaria and Poland are connected in myriad ways. But with new countries competing for attention, are traditional cultural ties still going strong?
Even though the count of electric cars is relatively low, Poland still tops the EU with the highest proportion of eco-friendly cars.
PGZ Naval Shipyard announced a financial upturn with gross profits of PLN 2.47 million.
In the hopes of transforming energy dreams into concrete actions, Bucharest aspires to overcome some of its shortcomings by shifting an entire sector. Regional interconnection, smart and green energy solutions, Black Sea exploration, and capacity expansion are all on the table.
Romania has ascended to the 10th position in Europe and the 30th worldwide as a desirable location for offshore services.
An aim is to develop new environmentally-friendly data centers and improve optical fiber networks in the region.
One of the most internationally famous Poles began his career at his parent’s manor just an hour outside of Warsaw. Given the scale of folk inspiration in Chopin’s music, Żelazowa Wola (The Iron Village) is the likely source of the “musical ore” he refined.
Profits for the first half of the year rose to 488 million euros, a substantial increase of 248 million euros from the previous year.
The ambitious plans anticipate a further tripling of capacity by the year 2025
In a major push to expand its UK footprint InPost has invested £49.3m in the British logistics heavyweight.
What do Agata Christie, Ernest Hemingway, James Joyce, Ulay, Jackie Chan, and Nick Cave have in common? A Slovenian episode!
Among OECD countries Czechia hits 10th place with significant improvements driven by infrastructure advancement and capital investment.
The number of households expecting a worsening of their economic situation in the next year has fallen compared to June.
435 000 glasses of beer were served per day. That’s a lot of beer!
Ernő Rubik, the inventor of the world’s famous Rubik’s Cube, with a background in building and furniture design, is now a STEM promotor, game designer, and an acclaimed symbol of Hungary.
The Bulgarian National Bank plans to use current coin designs for the Euro, targeting a Eurozone entry by 2025.
Ignitis Group aims to establish the most extensive fast-charging network in the Baltic States.
Czech tourism in Poland soars, with a 50% rise in bookings on Slevomat and a 158% surge in interest on Dovolena.cz, favoring the Baltic Sea coast.
A satellite embarks on its final pre-launch journey to the Czech Republic, marking the next step in Estonia's ambitious space exploration initiative.
The world's oldest cave glacier is disintegrating. As in, it is literally disappearing into thin air right before our eyes. The accelerated melting rate is caused by global warming, and sadly, the process is irreversible.
The initiative, scheduled for completion by 2026, is expected to place Ljubljana on the map as a central location for Sandoz's biosimilar production.
The funds reached 11 start-ups under the InoStartas program, with plans to fund more projects, reinforcing Lithuania's burgeoning tech industry.
A significant upsurge in foreign direct investment, representing a leap from 922.7 million euros during the same period in 2022
What would you do if you found a wallet full of money? Would you give it away or keep it for yourself? Researchers analyzed this dilemma and came up with the fairest societies.
Bulgarian passport provides its holders with visa-free entry to 176 countries.
A step that signifies a stride towards a sustainable economy, and presents growth opportunities.
The poll indicates that the issue of inflation and living expenses has seen a 7-point dip since the start of the year.
The most promising resource of Belarus is rapidly and dramatically shrinking. Already, tens of thousands of Belarusian specialists, IT professionals, and programmers have applied for visas under Poland's Business Harbor program.
Despite the absence of new contributions in 2023, the fund continues to grow.
The tax, divided into a registration fee and an annual payment, is set to be implemented from July 1, 2024.
Most countries worldwide have declared national animals, with eagles and lions favored by many. Although Croatia has not explicitly declared a national animal, most Croatians (and a Google search) will tell you it's the pine marten. What is so special about this beloved creature?
Bryndza is a phenomenon in the Slovak food industry. The origins of this soft cheese can be traced back to the 18th century’s recipe, which was probably developed by the Vlach population. Family businesses were the key to its promotion and export, and their legacy continues to this day.
The oldest fair in the world has been held in Frankfurt since 1240. How does the Saint Dominic’s fair, held annually in Gdańsk, compare to that result? You might be surprised.
At some point in their lives, every child grabs hold of a pencil, crayon, and perhaps paintbrush, and they begin to create. Some become classically educated artists, but only a small handful are able to teach themselves and still find acclaim. Such is the case of Nikifor Krynicki.
Slovakia's top 17 armament manufacturers have seen a dramatic increase in profitability.
The air transport sector led with an average net wage of EUR 1,962, while clothing manufacturing stood at the lower end with EUR 747
Before peppers came to Hungary, Bulgaria had already made a name for itself as a power to be reckoned with. And while production of locally grown red peppers is down, the Bulgarian pepper refuses to retire.
According to GSE Report Estonia also takes 10th position among burgeoning start-up ecosystems.
In June 2023, 29,400 Ukrainian businesses were listed in Poland's Central Registration and Information on Business.
With the successful launch of three satellites and another one on the horizon Slovenia’s contribution to ESA is significant.
It is not unusual to see a rescue car driving through Prague. Ambulances operate all over the world. But did you know Prague's ambulance service is the oldest in Europe?
Taking the third place in the EU for photovoltaic expansion, Poland emerges as solar powerhouse.
The company attributes this achievement to the work of its chemists and engineers and the introduction of the new Enefit280 unit.
A physicist by nature, a military pilot, a diplomat, and a rector by choice. Or talent, as many would say. This Romanian 4-in-1 scientist did not let anything get in the way of achieving his dream of making the name of Romania stand tall worldwide.
However, not all sectors saw positive results, with the total reported tax loss increasing by 3.4%
The transition to the new currency entails a transitional period in which the lev and the euro will coexist.
20 investment initiatives were greenlighted for this year, which are anticipated to generate 1160 jobs.
This is the result of a 250% growth in the industry over the past 5 years.
Almost a century ago, Slovenian engineer Herman "Noordung" Potočnik published his innovative concept for long-term human habitation of space. As is often the case with visionaries, hardly anyone took him seriously at first.
The new investment by DPD Croatia will serve both the Croatian and Slovenian markets.
The problems with recruiting ICT specialists are not only a concern for Bulgaria.
The survey revealed that 80% of respondents rarely utilize foreign ATMs and also tend to pre-exchange currency before travel.
Slovenia is not only literally one of the greenest countries in the European Union. Here you can live, travel, and even eat and drink eco-friendly!
Latvia is working towards definitive disconnection from the Russian and Belarusian-controlled network.
Localized in Trieste, Hungary-owned port is set to become a key link in the Chinese trade route.
With the last decade of Bulgaria's residential real estate market being marked by steady price increases, many buyers remain surprisingly calm. Why? Because they don't plan on taking up a mortgage, to begin with.
Romanian firms' record profits amid inflation spur 'greedflation' debate over unjustified price hikes.
War waged by Russia in Ukraine propelled a worldwide emphasis on security and cyber resilience.
Despite the uncertain economic environment, Estonian banks have demonstrated robust performance.
A new Netflix original movie makes yet another attempt at screen adaptation of one of the most known Polish youth adventure fiction series. Its popularity in the country is undeniable, but the backstory may be even more interesting.
Lithuania wants to increase competition and the range of financial services. Poland is natural candidate.
One of the two branches of the Fund will be located in Warsaw due to Poland’s significant €42 million investment.
Short-term gas storage services brought majority of company’s post-tax €200m profit.
Main goal: To Increase R&D investments to 3% of national GPD
Poland is slowly catching up with the EU's third-largest economy - Italy
Bertalan Farkas (Hungarian), Mirosław Hermaszewski (Polish), Vladimir Remek (Czechoslovakian), and Franz Viehböck (Austrian) were among the first astronauts, or cosmonauts as they were called in the Soviet space program, from Central Europe.
Compared to the last year sales revenues rose by 73.7 %
On the other hand public institutions continue to maintain a high degree of trust
A good piece of advice – never anger a Pole. Better yet – never anger a Pole by attacking his loved ones. Regardless of how important you may be, chances are you risk one going, "[Polish] Medieval on your ass."
A historical narrow-gauge railway in North Latvia connects the towns of Gulbene and Alūksne and charming villages along the way. This part of the country is an ideal destination for railway-themed trips.
Crunchy on the outside yet steamy and soft on the inside, this cheese donut topped with slightly tangy sour cream and the sweetest home-made jam, the humble papanași a dessert that will have you fall in love with instantly and most certainly ruin any current or future diet plan.
Observed production volume growth in Estonia’s has reached 2.2% in comparison to average 0.1% in rest of EU, but...
Hungary's share of new EVs outpaced Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia.
Funds will help 1500 companies to develop their business ventures and innovative ideas.
Who was the greatest musician ever alive? A celebrity by today's definition – famous, talented, and wealthy? Whose compositions are known to practically every human, even if they have no idea about classical music? There is only one answer – Mozart!
Over €400 million will be allocated to this initiative, with Lithuania alongside 15 other European Union nations
Poland will soon take over a portion of the maritime freight traffic from the leading port in Hamburg.
European Parliament irritated with Austrian veto on Schengen expansion. Strong accusations have been made.
The latest "Mission: Impossible" caused a huge stir in Poland before filming even started, thanks to plans to blow up a historic railway bridge. Now that the controversy has faded, there is still buzz - thanks to the visible role of Polish actor Marcin Dorociński.
One of two competing bidders is a mystery. Could it possibly be Polish Orlen?
The government has made a decision on the most important Polish energy endavour.
After four years of delay, there is literally a light in the tunnel.
Many of the zoological gardens in Europe are direct descendants of royal animal collections. The oldest among them is in Vienna.
The Czech government has proposed a new way of participation in the international project to increase interconnectivity between the countries of Central and Eastern Europe.
The Company plans to become direct supplier to German manufacturers.
High energy prices and their volatility contribute to record profits of Estonian gas industry powerhouse.
With Bulgaria banking on the return of tourists to its popular Black Sea Coast, finding a quiet place away from big hotels poses a challenge. And yet, it's doable.
Good News for Romania and Bulgaria: EU Commission is Working Toward Expanding Schengen by the End of Year
The renewable energy sector in Europe is fast-paced, filled with high-stakes ventures and potentially game-changing technologies. EUR 150 mln from the 3SIIF will ensure R.Power establishes itself as a leading player in the European renewable energy market.
Raiffeisen Bank to expand in Romania, targeting younger demographics, with a proven digital banking model from Poland.
OMV's Neptun Deep project is set to make Romania the EU's largest gas producer and OMV one of Europe's largest, according to CEO Alfred Stern.
With millions of Ukrainians in Poland, workers and refugees alike, the Polish culinary scene has witnessed a pivot from sushi to potato dumplings.
Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy signed the Ancona Declaration, enhancing North Adriatic Sea cooperation for safety and growth.
Canada will double its troop presence in Latvia as part of a CAD 2.6 billion program, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau confirmed on July 10th.
Today NATO leaders are meeting in Vilnius for a summit to discuss Ukraine's NATO membership prospects and defence funding.
No restriction plaques here. Interactive and futuristic, the Copernicus Science Center in Warsaw is a paradise for science enthusiasts, kids, and adults alike! Increasingly popular, it provides direct contact with scientific achievements.
Waldemar Buda, Poland's Minister of Development and Technology, announced an upcoming ESA agreement to support Polish space sector companies with contracts and funding
Bulgaria has seen a 200% growth in military exports in 2021 and 2022, earning 1.6 billion leva, according to Economy Minister Bogdan Bogdanov.
Estonia's annual inflation fell to 9.2% in June 2023, down from 11.2% in May, according to the Bank of Estonia.
This is how one could summarize the teachings of the physical education association, which became one of the most influential Czech organizations through physical education and patriotism.
Latvia has been granted Category 1 status by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), enabling direct commercial flights to the US.
"Via Baltica" is a major highway project in Lithuania. The plan is to expand and improve the existing road by constructing a four-lane highway from Kaunas to the Latvian border.
Two decades ago, a Czech documentary film hit the headlines when it presented the opening campaign for a new hypermarket when the country was on the brink of joining the European Union. The documentary has become one of the most important recent productions in Czech cinematography.
Flying cars might seem like the stuff of dreams - or science fiction movies. However, the reality of seeing one in the skies near you is far closer that you might imagine.
Ever wondered what it would be like to walk on the moon? Finding out might be easier than you think, for, in the Romanian county of Buzău, you can do just that - without the weightlessness, though.
A new report, The Global Wealth Report by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), reveals that Croatians become wealthier.
Poland has secured over 15% of the Connecting Europe Facility (CEF) transport fund, amounting to nearly €1 billion for 11 projects.
Finally! It's hard to believe, but the Polish administration is increasingly relying on digital solutions. The idea of GovTech is breaking the typical bureaucratic inertia in innovating and digitizing the public sector.
The Slovak government has greenlit a significant investment project, "Winkelmann Building + Industry," for a water storage tank production plant in Rimavská Sobota.
The Piletilevi Group, the largest ticket sales platform in the Baltic states is acquiring an 80.2% stake in Romania's top and oldest ticket company, Bilete.ro, marking its first geographic expansion.
The European Steel Congress, "Steel 2023", will be hosted in Katowice, Poland on September 18-19, attracting industry leaders from the steel production, processing, and distribution sectors.
Beata Daszyńska-Muzyczka, President of Poland's National Economy Bank (BGK), has been appointed by President Andrzej Duda as the special ambassador for the Three Seas Initiative.
The Nordic Investment Bank (NIB) and Rigas Siltums AS have agreed on a 10-year, EUR 20 million investment program to upgrade the district heating infrastructure in Rīga, Latvia.
The Doppler Group is selling its fuel business, Turmöl, consisting of 266 petrol stations in Austria, to Polish oil company, Orlen.
The Brăila Suspension Bridge, the largest of its kind in Romania and third-largest in Europe, was inaugurated today.
The story of Jan Hus is the story of perseverance, courage, and staying true to your beliefs and principles. Jan Hus never backed down on his beliefs, which resulted in him being jailed and executed by the Catholic Church.
A survey conducted by Moller Baltic Import shows that 43% of Estonians would prefer to purchase an electric or hybrid vehicle. Of the 700 respondents, 70% viewed low fuel consumption as a critical factor when buying a car.
PGE Energetyka Kolejowa and Łukasiewicz Research Network - Poznań Institute of Technology have signed a letter of intent to develop and promote hydrogen technology in the railway sector in Poland.
Raising over $5 million on Kickstarter, Bird Buddy - a gamified, AI-powered bird feeder - was in the top 1% of all campaigns. A new nation of armchair ornithologists has been inspired.
Romania has launched the European Institute for Sustainable Development in Poland to encourage the transfer of international expertise and support the application of sustainability principles in public policies.
Prague Airport has experienced a significant rise in passenger numbers in 2023, especially for popular routes to London, Paris, and Milan.
A third of luxury cars like Bentleys, Bugattis, Ferraris, Maseratis, and Lamborghinis registered in Estonia are listed as business vehicles.
The World Latvian Economics and Innovation Forum (WLEIF) 2023 is being held in Riga, marking its 10th year of fostering connections between Latvian entrepreneurs and those in diaspora.
Lithuania's central bank would gladly welcome the entry of German banks into the country's banking sector, in an attempt to increase competition.
Anyone who grew up in the early 2000s knows "Gladiator" by Ridley Scott. Yet another Hollywood movie that came out only a year later also tapped into the sword-and-sandals success of its Golden Globe-winning predecessor - but with a Central European twist.
On monday Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó and his Kuwaiti counterpart, Sheikh Salem Abdullah Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, discussed a range of topics including the Ukraine war, terrorism, migration, and enhancing Hungarian-Kuwaiti cooperation during a meeting in Budapest.
For the first time since 2008, Croatia recorded a positive migration balance in 2022 with 11,685 more immigrants than emigrants, largely owing to the influx of foreign workers.
Slovenian climber Janja Garnbret has set a record by winning her 40th World Cup event in Villars, Switzerland on July 1, becoming the first athlete to achieve this milestone.
The next World EXPO is approaching fast. This time Osaka, Japan, will host it. What will Czechia present to impress the land of the rising sun with?
Estonia is launching a cyber awareness campaign in July to address the dangers present in their cyberspace.
The first tender for the establishment of a new approach channel to the expanding port in Świnoujście has caused concern in Germany.
Orlen, Poland's leading oil company, announced its intention to begin constructing an offshore wind farm in the Baltic Sea by early 2024.
Slovenian authorities have increased state subsidies for new or used zero-emission cars and vans, with up to €6,500 available for cars costing less than €35,000.
According to a Eurobarometer poll, 49% of Bulgarians support adopting the euro, while an equal percentage oppose it. Over the last year, support has increased by five points and opposition has dropped similarly.
Often seen as the Dadaism of the theatre, Absurdism plays were initially confusing for the general public. But it didn’t take long for critics and enthusiasts to find sense in the seemingly meaningless life portrayed by Ionescu’s characters.
The Estonian firm, Biometaan OÜ, and its Finnish counterpart, Convion, have begun selling fuel cell-powered mobile power plants in the Baltic region.
The largest event of its kind in Lithuania, posing a significant challenge for the country's institutions.
Bulgarians and Romanians are the two nations that are the least likely in the EU to be absent from work due to sickness, data from Eurostat reveals. Exemplary work ethic? Sadly, the explanation lies elsewhere.
With the world largely considering the COVID-19 pandemic a thing of the past, its effects are still holding back one of Bulgaria's key industries – tourism. Add the war in Ukraine to the equation, and the question arises: will Bulgaria's tourism sector rebound (soon)?
The first non-religious sample of long-form written Polish language is a poem giving some genuinely sage advice: wash your hands before dinner.
When speaking about certain prolific figures in Hungarian science in the early 1900s, some of their western colleagues suggested that they might as well be from Mars with their heavily accented English and superhuman intellect.
This breed of dog, native to the historical region of Bukovina, is not only man’s best friend but sheep’s as well. But don’t let its friendly appearance fool you! It is sure to risk its life to protect you, your family, and everything in your pen.
The central Baltic State has for centuries remained under foreign rule. But the strong spirit of Latvians enveloped the land giving it its wild, unfading character.
Aren’t we all too familiar with the pictures of Venician gondoliers, carefully navigating the channels of Italy’s city of romance? Try something niche! Poland offers its own, wilder version of the same experience and throws in breathtaking views.
Hungary's Magnus Aircraft Ltd. is set to commence a EUR 175 million project to construct an 18,000-square-meter aircraft manufacturing complex in Wuxi, China.
Poland and the European Space Agency (ESA) are actively considering the opportunity to send Sławosz Uznański into space.
Austrian Interior Minister Gerhard Karner (ÖVP) met his counterparts from Hungary, the Czech Republic, Poland, and Slovakia in Bratislava to discuss views on migration.
Russian investments in Latvian companies have decreased to €322.01 million, a 55.54% drop compared to 2016.
The US State Department has approved a potential $5.6 billion sale of 24 Lockheed Martin F-35 Joint Strike Fighters to the Czech Republic. The deal also includes various weapons, parts, and equipment.
We are all familiar with the shows prepared by the US soldiers serving abroad, especially during the Vietnam War that are so popularized in mass culture But did you know Poles also took theatre to war?
Saaremaa-based company Baltic Workboats is leading the construction of a groundbreaking semi-autonomous military vessel, that represents Estonia’s largest project funded by the European Defense Fund.
Slovenia’s most significant solar power plant has commenced operations. The €5.5 million facility, which has a maximum output of 6 MW, is expected to provide power to roughly 1,800 households. Its unique feature is its direct connection to the 110-kilovolt transmission network and the hybridization with the Brežice Hydropower Plant.
Rimac Automobili, the Croatian-based automaker, has delivered its first Nevera hypercar to the United States. The vehicle was personally handed over to its owner by Rimac’s dealer, Manhattan Motorcars, in New York.
The European Parliament’s Petitions Committee has adopted a resolution urging the Council to allow Romania and Bulgaria into the Schengen zone by the end of 2023.
Sociological surveys consistently show that young Czechs and Slovaks are losing their understanding of each other. Two nations that lived together for almost 70 years in a federation and have similar languages might not understand each other in the future.
A four-time Nobel nominee, a revolutionary scientist, a talented violinist, and a brave soul - this is Constantin Levaditi, one of the founding fathers of virology.
The bioleaching by bacteria can help remove undesired side effects of primary and secondary raw materials and support the growth of desired plants. This biological procedure has been turned into specific services and brought to the market by ekolive from Slovakia.
While appearing discreet from the outside, Černopolní Street Number 45 is a breathtaking engineering jewel of the 20th Century and is considered the first smart home. It even is on the UNESCO list!
In the second half of the 20th century, Poland was an IT rarity in the Eastern Bloc. Under the conditions of a centrally planned economy, Polish engineers created successive generations of industrial and personal computers from scratch.
Architect Oskar Hansen's winning bid for the 1958 commemoration of Holocaust victims was a plan to let the concentration campsite degrade to allow our psychological recovery from the horrors of World War II.
Forms of art created during the oldest era in human history have been found in Apuseni, Romania. The cave paintings, believed to be over 30,000 years old, represent the oldest form of cave art ever discovered in Central Europe.
British, French, and Spanish colonies are probably the first thing that comes to mind when you think of colonialism, but other European countries also ventured abroad. How did the famous Dubrovnik Republic establish its colony in distant India?
A quick Google search produces promising results: Bulgaria is not lacking in eco-friendly houses. Yet, Bulgarian architects devoted to promoting sustainable architecture say, “Not so fast…”
For a long time, little was known about the Slovak inventor of the parachute, whose life reveals a fascinating story almost forgotten.
Romania is the neighbor with such fast Wi-Fi you wish you could borrow their password. Ironically, it's also still a country overly reliant on actual paperwork due to a lack of digital enterprises and services.
We've all had that moment on an open stretch of highway when the speed starts creeping up. Luckily, these days we've got handy speedometers to help us avoid awkward meetings with the local police officers. You can thank Croatian inventor Josip Belušić for that.
What do you get when you gather a team of students from Czech Technical University who are passionate about autonomous systems, speed, and innovation? Electrically powered autonomous Formula.
Bulgaria is not exactly known for its high fashion, and yet, browsing through the offerings of high-end brands in Paris and Milan, the country surely pops up a lot. Especially when it comes to ever-present Made in Bulgaria labels.
Speedtests don't lie. Bulgaria is considered a pioneer in 5G availability and median download speeds in Central and Eastern Europe.
At the turn of the 20th century, Croatians who were driven out of their own land by poverty tried to find a place of opportunity that would remind them of their homeland. But how exactly did that lead them to the Los Angeles suburbs?
As recent geopolitical and economic realities in the Danube River and Black Sea regions changed, a new dawn for Romania's ports emerged. With increased flows came the need to swiftly expand, adapt and explore potential growth trajectories within the region and globally.
A-frame vacation homes, named after the Brda River in Poland, became popular in the 1970s. The project was so ingenious though that modern architects eagerly returned to the foundations of the idea.
Recently discovered prehistoric excavations in the outskirts of Prague have revealed a site similar to the one at Stonehenge in England. Only much older.
The answer is – probably not. Franz Liszt was more than just a brilliant piano virtuoso and gifted composer. He became what we would call a pop icon in his lifetime. But was he as flamboyant as Mozart, and did he really build his name on plagiarism?
If a perfectionist skates but doesn't think they're good enough, they have three options - give up, try harder, or... become a filmmaker!
At first sight, Pliska, a town in northeastern Bulgaria with a population of just over 1,000, is exactly what you’d expect from a small town, with its main street housing a few administrative buildings and a coffee shop. And yet, it is not a town like any other. Welcome to Bulgaria’s first capital.
Not technically a middle finger, a gesture named after Polish sportsman Władysław Kozakiewicz was simultaneously a celebration of victory and an important political claim.
In the last few decades, the idea of a skincare routine has become increasingly popular. Effective products based on natural ingredients are especially valued. And which multi-functional product hides the secret of the Croatian skincare routine?
We can call this episode "That time when Latvians built a tower to have a higher highest point than their neighbor." In reality, the highest Latvian and Estonian peaks just barely classify as "mountains." And at one point, Latvia even built a tower on top of its highest peak just to surpass its Estonian rival.
Latvian startup Aerones has taken on the challenge of introducing robotic solutions to servicing wind turbines, which constitute an important renewable solution for the future. The product has gained widespread attention.
Part two of the CZExplorers series introduces a doctor turned traveler who explored Africa, became a good friend with a King, and fought warriors, leopards, and diseases.
Have you ever forgotten your Facebook password? You probably changed it via SMS confirmation using the service created by Infobip. How did this Croatian start-up become a unicorn in digital communication?
The revolution against the Soviets took different and unique forms in each country in the Eastern Bloc. In Estonia - it took the form of choirs.
If you know that Czechia is a landlocked country, the title of this article probably gave you pause. But it has indeed won every naval battle it has ever fought—all (one) of them.
The biotech industry has always been one of the most promising fields in the Lithuanian economy. But the growth it has experienced in the last decade was unexpected for everyone. Since 2010 it has grown tenfold and now contributes around 2.5% to the country's GDP.
After a scandal of large-scale wine adultery in the vineyard heartland of Austria, it was time to tidy up the fallout. What followed was the successful renaissance of Austrian winemaking.
You won’t taste it during Wimbledon, served with a dollop of cream. Nor will you experience its sweetness on a hot afternoon in Huelva. But believe me – no strawberry in the world is equal to Kashubian strawberries. And there is a paper to prove it!
When the world's largest, most diverse underground mining complex was set to become Europe's biggest open-pit mine, the people had a word to say against it. How much are Romanians willing to fight to protect Roșia Montană?
A 17th-century love story between a German nobleman and a Polish aristocrat sparked the formation of a unique Catholic community that still exists in Latvia today. The Suiti are a remarkable and hardy people.
Before love tore apart Joy Division, its leader Ian Curtis named his band Warsaw, which correlated with his impression of the Polish capital.
Alfons Mucha is known primarily as the spiritual father of the Art Nouveau style. But he is also the father of 20 giant canvases depicting the history of the Slavic people.
A new high-speed railroad will connect the Bulgarian city of Ruse with Romania’s capital, Bucharest, bringing passengers, trade, and hopes for more positive developments linking the two neighbors.
Did you know it was a Pole that first painted the faces of the biggest Hollywood stars? And another who developed the formula to save our skin from the scorching sun? Meet five big health and beauty brands with Polish roots.
Have you ever wanted your own private underground tunnel so you could leave your house without anyone noticing? This is precisely what some prominent people from Zagreb demanded - and received.
The American-Slovak startup Tachyum is developing the world's first Universal Processor, which promises to speed up data processing and AI learning and help construct a new supercomputer in Slovakia.
It’s unknown who - or what - built the Șinca Veche Temple – an underground sanctuary that allegedly turns all of the desires of the pure-hearted into reality. Step inside the mysterious cave and discover the truth for yourself – if you dare.
Used today as the official script of their national languages by some 250 million people around the world, Cyrillic script is particularly celebrated in Bulgaria - and for good reason.
Visionary Polish architect Oskar Hansen dreamed about Poland with only four cities, one street wide, stretching from the southern to the northern border of the country.
Once home to Soviet army officers tasked with spying on the West, today the Latvian town of Irbene is the site of advanced space research. The VIRAC has given a new lease of life to the two giant radio telescopes it inherited.
Lavender seekers should definitely head to the island of Hvar in Croatia. The small village of Velo Grablje has beautiful lavender fields that look like a spreading purple carpet in late June and early July.
What led to the collapse of the Soviet Union? There are many possible answers – rock and jeans, the Pope, Americans, hippies, Gorbachev, and nationalism. But what first comes to the minds of those who lived through these times are two terms – perestroika and glasnost.
You either love 'em or hate 'em! Every national cuisine has dishes bound to give goosebumps to those unfamiliar with the flavors. Would you try any of those Polish delicacies?
The Polish-Lithuanian Commonwealth was one of the largest states in 17th-century Europe. But despite being a confederation, it is most widely regarded as a primarily Polish entity. So just how important was the role of Lithuania in the union?
The apple. Such a ‘common’ fruit. So common, in fact, you might think that this staple of your 5 a day is simple to grow wherever you live. Rightly so. But did you know that globally the most apples consumed come from Poland?
In Balgari, a small village in Bulgaria’s Strandzha Mountains, the air is thick with anticipation. Embers are spread around in a large circle. High above the circle sit icons of the two saints, Constantine and Helena, who are being honored today. The fire dance is about to begin.
Croatia has beautiful beaches, a pristine sea, and a unique underwater world. For centuries, locals have been interested in the treasures that the sea has to offer. Shells, in particular.
With a complicated biography, multiple areas of expertise, and a good number of jobs, Janusz Korczak was an exemplary modern teacher. His book for children entitled “Król Maciuś Pierwszy” (eng.: "His Majesty, King Matt the First") is a 1930s coming-of-age novel with a very modern take.
This eel-like creature in Latvia is much more than a simple food item. The lamprey contributes to the identity of some coastal towns. Every year, locals and visitors indulge in festivals dedicated to the fish.
If only camping trips weren’t so challenging… Latvia’s BeTriton has a solution! Their amphibious electric vehicle allows crossing terrain and water at ease and eliminates the need to pitch a tent at night.
A distant relative of Spanish gazpacho, the cold soup of Lithuania, Poland, and Latvia involves beetroot instead of tomato. The one ingredient they do share is cucumber. Both suit their respective climates at either end of Europe.
A tragic accident left a 15-year-old girl with no arms, but Romanian doctors succeeded in reattaching both, performing a rare, almost impossible 20-hour surgery - the first bilateral arm reattachment surgery in Romania.
A 120-year-old Polish book about people in space was supposed to make one of the most important Polish movies. Instead, it turned into decades of vicissitudes with peculiar effects.
For centuries, generations of Bulgarians have resorted to a trove of proverbs and saying with clear negative undertones. Why is their pessimism still around?
Ten years, ten editions, and over 100,000 visitors. These are the stats of Central and Eastern Europe's most influential comic book convention in numbers. But what does it like behind the doors?
Not technically a mountain, but a hill in central Poland is a souvenir after the Christianization of the country. It is symbolized even in the hill's coexisting two names: Witch Mountain and Holy Cross.
Central European countries are increasingly aware that developing their own IT capabilities will determine their position in the modern world.
The Czech population is gradually aging, and pension reform is nowhere in sight. Will the state be able to cope with the wave of pensioners, or will the title of the Cohen brothers' film apply: "No Country for Old Men"?
It’s true what food anthropologists say: dumplings are the most ubiquitous food concept in the world. Just think of Italian tortellini, Georgian khinkali, or Japanese gyoza. However, there's a reason that Polish dumplings are known across the globe. Our Pierogi 101 is here to help you navigate this rich world.
The history of Central Europe is one that weaves together stories of countries and peoples, present and past, drawn to these lands. Among them, Czechia has its own. Ready to hear it?
In a somewhat strange custom, Polish movies are interpreted by a single voiceover speaker instead of the more typical dubbing. The most famous lectors have become omnipresent celebrities, even announcing subway stations and giving directions in Google Maps.
Romanian motifs and symbols are recognizable around the world. The traditional outfits, bright and intricately embellished, are even inspiring big fashion houses like Yves Saint Laurent and Dior.
In the 13th century, Lake Peipus in Eastern Estonia was a site of a major battle between the Livonian Order and the Republic of Novgorod. It was a medieval show on ice, as the action happened on a frozen lake.
Tadeusz Kościuszko and Kazimierz Pułaski – two Polish war heroes – played significant roles in the American Revolutionary War and considerably influenced the development of the US military.
Organs-on-a-chip are not a thing of nightmares. Quite the contrary, Latvian startup, Cellbox Labs, is pioneering a way for this smart technology to revolutionize drug discovery.
With over 95% of the population owning their homes, Romania leads Europe - and possibly the world - in home ownership. How did this happen, what role did communism play, and how is the trend still going strong, even 34 years after the fall of the regime?
Czech artist and sculptor David Černý is seen by many as a controversial figure. This controversy goes beyond Czechia, as does his art. His “Black Babies” invaded Prague, his “Golem” Poznan, and his “Bus” London.
Bulgaria hasn’t been blessed with limitless supplies of natural gas, but the country is still looking to play an important role on the gas market.
The dunes, the heat, and the desert lifestyle is not something we necessarily connect with Poland. Let alone Polish people living at the turn of the 18th century. Yet Polish history has a mark left on it by its own personal, real-life Emir!
You may have heard of the somewhat controversial and much-disputed art movement called Dadaism. But do you know what it is? What does “Dada” mean, and what does Romania have to do with it?
A man of many talents, Raimonds Pauls is best known for his work as a composer and pianist. Fast approaching 90 years of age, the acclaimed Latvian musician still performs, charming audiences with his catchy melodies.