Heavy rains trigger nationwide weather warning in Moldova

Moldova’s weather authorities issued a nationwide yellow warning on Sunday, forecasting heavy rainfall across the country with accumulations reaching up to 49 liters per square meter.

Environmental raids expose illegal tree felling in rural Moldova

Environmental inspectors uncovered widespread illegal logging across three Moldovan districts, documenting over 170 unlawfully felled trees and environmental damages exceeding €2,970 (approx. 58,000 MDL), authorities confirmed on Sunday.

Moldovan cabinet prepares autumn conscription drive

Moldova plans to draft up to 1,200 young men into the National Army for mandatory military service between October 2026 and January 2027, according to a draft government decree.

Government introduces strict cost vetting for innovative drugs

Moldova will overhaul how state funds cover innovative healthcare treatments, introducing a rigorous assessment framework to evaluate clinical efficacy and cost-effectiveness before paying for expensive medicines from the public budget.

A drone fell in a resident's garden in Ocnița district, it has no explosive payload

A drone landed in the garden of a resident in Otaci, Ocnița District. Police were alerted to the discovery on Saturday, October 17, at around 3:40 p.m. No injuries or material damage were reported.

Experts say AI has increased creation speed over tenfold

Artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly common in education. It can help pupils and students understand information faster, organize their work, and prepare projects. However, to make the most of this technology, it is important to know which tool to use and why.

Giurgiulești border crossing parking upgraded: truck capacity doubled and improved driver conditions

Truck parking capacity has doubled, and conditions for drivers have improved, at the Giurgiulești border parking area. The truck parking area has expanded from 0.65 to about 1.28 hectares, and capacity has doubled—from 30 to 60 trucks.

Queues at the Sculeni border crossing. Drivers should use other crossings

Heavy traffic was reported at the Sculeni customs post—on the side exiting the Republic of Moldova—on Saturday, October 17. The Customs Service reports more travellers and vehicles and recommends that drivers use other border crossing points to avoid congestion.

Drone explosion in northern Moldova: fragments scattered up to 100 meters

Fragments of a drone, which appears to have exploded on impact with the ground, were found on agricultural land near the village of Scăieni, Dondușeni district. After an investigation, police identified a crater containing potentially dangerous materials, along with various aircraft components scattered within a 100-meter radius.

100 Moldovan students will receive monthly scholarships of up to 1,300 lei

The "Vreau la liceu" ("I want to go to lyceum") program was launched in the Republic of Moldova by World Vision Romania Foundation, which has expanded its operations into our country. The program aims to support 100 students in grades 8 through 12 by providing monthly scholarships of 700 to 1,300 lei, along with mentorship, educational activities, and career guidance.

More jobs and higher wages in rural areas can combat poverty affecting over 40% of children

More than 40 percent of children in rural areas live in absolute poverty. This phenomenon also affects over a third of children in the Republic of Moldova. Unstable jobs, low agricultural income, and limited access to services and infrastructure are among the main causes. Experts note that social benefits are insufficient to address this situation. To address this, it is necessary to create well-paid, stable jobs in rural areas, develop the local economy, improve infrastructure, and ensure better access to education and healthcare.

Moldova is sending its third troop contingent to the EUFOR Althea mission

After weeks of intensive training alongside Romanian partners, a new contingent from the National Army was deployed to Bosnia and Herzegovina to maintain peace and security. The 18 Moldovan service members are part of the Republic of Moldova's third contingent for this operation.