Renowned pianist Iurie Mahovici has passed away

The academic community of the Academy of Music, Theatre and Fine Arts (AMTAP) announces with deep sadness the passing of pianist and pedagogue Iurie Mahovici—university professor, Master of Arts, and People’s Artist—a prominent figure in the musical life of the Republic of Moldova. The renowned pianist passed away at the age of 63.

PMAN access restricted from 1:00 p.m. for Christmas Eve concert

Road traffic in Great National Assembly Square (PMAN) in Chisinau will be halted on December 24, starting at 1:00 p.m. This closure is in preparation for the Christmas Eve show. The traffic restrictions will remain in effect until 6:00 a.m. on December 25.

By train to Iași: Romanian Railways add extra holiday services

Travellers planning a vacation in Iași now have more options to reach their destination. Moldovan Railways has announced additional trains on the Chișinău–Socola (Iași) route for the winter holidays.

Sleet and snow hit northern and central regions; road crews deployed on national roads

New Year's Eve brought winter weather to the Republic of Moldova. On the night of Tuesday, December 24, to Wednesday, snowfall affected the northern and central regions of the country, leading to icy road conditions. The National Road Administration (AND) has announced that road workers are actively on duty and addressing any issues as needed.

MAI: Investigation into Centru IP incident continues

It is too early to discuss potential new resignations. This was the reaction of Daniella Misail-Nichitin, the Minister of Internal Affairs (MAI), following the incident at the Centru Police Inspectorate (IP) on December 19. According to the minister, the policeman involved in the shooting used his personal firearm. Additionally, she stated that she was informed about the incident on the same day it happened.

Clinical Psychiatric Hospital is undergoing repair works, including energy rehabilitation

The Consolidated Unit for Implementing and Monitoring Energy Projects (UCIPE) has launched a tender to select a company to carry out rehabilitation and energy-efficiency improvements at the Clinical Psychiatric Hospital.

The European Commission confirms that Moldovan citizens continue to meet the conditions for visa-free travel to the EU

Moldovan citizens will still travel visa-free to Schengen countries. This follows the European Commission's determination that the authorities in Chisinau have fulfilled the recommendations related to the visa liberalization regime. This conclusion is part of the European Union's eighth report on the Visa Suspension Mechanism, which was adopted on December 19 in Brussels.

A 2026 digital platform listing all localities in the Republic of Moldova

The Republic of Moldova is set to launch the Register of Geographical Names, a digital platform designed to collect, store, and provide official information on geographical names, including those of localities, rivers, plains, and other geographical features. The online portal, rdg.gov.md, is scheduled to be launched in 2026.

Education gets a major boost: Six billion lei for schools, textbooks, and teacher salaries

The Republic of Moldova is undergoing a significant transformation of its educational system, marked by unprecedented investments and reforms, even in sensitive areas. The Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun, announced that in the coming years, the state plans to invest approximately six billion lei to modernize kindergartens, schools, and universities.

Cahul residents rally to protect "B.P. Hasdeu" University’s autonomy

Professors at the "Bogdan Petriceicu Hasdeu" State University of Cahul (USBPHC), along with the local public administration, are opposing the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC)'s proposal to integrate the university into the Technical University of Moldova (UTM). They insist that USBPHC should remain an autonomous institution. In contrast, Minister Dan Perciun argues that integrating the Cahul university into UTM would attract investments, introduce new programs, and provide long-term stability.

Nearly 250 patients with special needs received free dental care in 2025

For over a year and a half, individuals with special needs have been able to receive free dental treatment under general anesthesia. This service is available for both children and adults. Since the beginning of this year, nearly 250 patients have benefited from dental care provided in this way.

Luggage storage under construction at Eugen Doga International Airport – Chisinau

A luggage storage room is being established at the "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau. The airport administrator, Sergiu Spoială, announced this development during the December 22 edition of the PE FAȚĂ show on Moldova 1 TV. The project is currently underway.