Moldova's disinformation law sparks censorship fears

A proposed amendment to Moldova’s Contravention Code seeks to impose sanctions on online disinformation, particularly during elections and national crises.

RISE investigation: Ilan Șor's hidden villa in Russia, near Dmitri Peskov's residence

The family of the former mayor of Orhei and deputy, Ilan Șor, owns an impressive villa in one of the most exclusive areas in Russia, the locality of Rozhdestvenno, Barvikha, near Moscow, reveals an investigation conducted by RISE Moldova. The property was not declared during the time when Șor held public office in the Republic of Moldova, and integrity inspectors claim that he did not include several properties in his statements on property.

Russian attack on the Mariupol Drama Theater, three years ago. A flashmob in memory of the victims, organized in Chisinau

It has been three years since the Russian attack on the Mariupol Drama Theater, where approximately 600 people were killed. In this context, the actors of the Mariupol theater are on tour in the Republic of Moldova, performing the play "Drama from Mariupol" in Cahul and Balti. Today, they arrived in Chisinau, where, before they went on stage, they organized a flashmob in front of the Teatrul fara Nume.

Moldova weather: sharp temperature drop forecast

Following a period of unseasonably warm temperatures, the weather in Moldova is expected to cool sharply, as announced by the State Hydrometeorological Service, which issued a Yellow Code warning on March 14th.

Moldovan railway workers protest over unpaid salaries

Railway workers in Moldova are once again protesting due to unpaid wages, highlighting the serious issues faced by the country's railway system.

Zebra, kangaroo babies delight zoo visitors in Chisinau

The Zoo is packed with visitors. Lines formed after news of recent births. Among them are a zebra foal, a kangaroo joey, and two lambs.

Moldova border: avoid the crowds in Palanca

The Border Police announces that there is currently increased traffic of travelers and vehicles entering Moldova at the joint Moldovan-Ukrainian border crossing point "Palanca-Maiaki-Udobnoe."

Spring invigorates sport and outdoor activities

The warm weather brought people outdoors. The city's parks, playgrounds, and sports fields were the most popular destinations.

Car transactions online: Over 50 Moldovans tested the ASP online service

About 50 citizens of the Republic of Moldova have taken advantage of the online vehicle purchase and sale service, allowing them to complete transactions without visiting the Public Services Agency offices. The process is straightforward: applicants receive a provisional registration certificate within two hours of submitting their online application. Currently, this service is not available for legal entities, but the Public Services Agency (ASP) said that it would be available for them soon.

Dozens of women entrepreneurs participate in the "Cămara Fest" fair in Chisinau

Dozens of producers from Moldova participated in "Cămara Fest," showcasing their unique products. Each item carries a special story, often reflecting the hard work of women who dedicate their days and nights to create impressive offerings. Buyers are excited about these fairs, as they discover original gift ideas that they can't find elsewhere.

Penalties for assaulting and intimidating journalists could be tightened. Grosu: "Violence against journalists cannot be tolerated"

The Parliament of the Republic of Moldova is set to consider the possibility of increasing penalties for the assault and intimidation of journalists. This initiative was announced by the Parliament Speaker, Igor Grosu, following the assault on two journalists from the publication "Ziarul de Garda," Măriuța Nistor and Igor Ionescu. They were attacked while covering a protest organized by Ilan Șor's network in front of the Chișinău Court based in Buiucani.

Diplomas of merit for women entrepreneurs transforming agriculture in Moldova

Many Moldovan women leading successful agricultural businesses received diplomas of merit and awards in the Women in Agriculture Gala. The event also focused on issues related to women's roles in agriculture and aimed at promoting the development of the sector.