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In Romania, public transport authorities are addressing the issue of loud phone conversations and audio messages in buses and subways. Passengers risk fines of up to 1,000 lei for disturbing others. This behavior has raised concerns about public etiquette and noise pollution. A petition has been launched by a mother of an autistic child, urging people to use headphones instead of speakers. STB and Metrorex are planning awareness campaigns and potential fines to encourage respectful communication in public spaces. The phenomenon reflects a broader societal issue regarding personal boundaries and noise levels in shared environments.