Scânteia was a Romanian newspaper founded in 1944, serving as the official publication of the Romanian Communist Party. It played a significant role in disseminating party ideology and news during the communist era in Romania. The newspaper was published daily and covered various topics, including politics, culture, and social issues. Scânteia was known for its propaganda, promoting the achievements of the communist regime and its leaders, particularly Nicolae Ceaușescu. The publication ceased in 1989 following the fall of communism in Romania.