Assumption Fast begins — two weeks of prayer

Orthodox Christians in the Republic of Moldova entered the Fast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary today, August 14, which will last until August 28. It is one of the four great fasting periods in the Orthodox calendar and precedes the feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, celebrated in the old style at the end of the month.

Deepfake scams are rising — how can we stay safe?

Video or audio recordings that appear genuine but are actually fabricated with the help of artificial intelligence—commonly referred to as deepfakes—are increasingly encountered online. This technology is frequently exploited by scammers, especially in phone calls or voice messages, where they imitate real voices to solicit sensitive information such as credit card details or money transfers.

Solidarity for education: How to help a child start school ready

We all have the chance to help a child get ready for school. The "Concordia" Association has launched the "I want to learn too" campaign, aiming to provide 750 children with school bags and supplies.

USMF announces supplementary admission session for 36 spots

Nicolae Testemițanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy (USMF) has admitted 1,146 candidates following this year's main admission round.

National security: Moldova targets fake news on TikTok

Moldovan authorities have called for the blocking of 443 TikTok channels involved in spreading disinformation that impacts national security and social stability.

EHR in Moldova: The state of digital healthcare access

Fewer than 10% of Moldovan citizens have access to their own digital medical data, which is seven times lower than the EU average, according to the Digital Decade 2030 program.

Judge Mihail Diaconu dies amid criminal investigation

Former judge Mihail Diaconu was found dead this morning, at approximately 7:30 a.m., under a bridge in the capital, with a gunshot wound to the head.

New factory in Trușeni to build electric trolleybuses

The first electric trolleybuses assembled entirely in Moldova could roll off the production line this autumn, following the completion of the first stage of construction for a new factory in the commune of Trușeni, a suburb of the capital.

Moldova’s college admission update: 1,000 spots left

Only 1,000 places remain available in colleges and centers of excellence in the Republic of Moldova, announced the Ministry of Education and Research (MER) after the first round of the admission process concluded on August 10.

Negrea village invests in sports field, plans summer stage

The village of Negrea, located in the Hincesti district, is flourishing due to investments aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and supporting entrepreneurial initiatives. A modern outdoor playground and sports field was established, and plans are underway for a summer stage to be constructed soon. These projects not only improve living conditions but also stimulate local economic activity, providing residents with genuine opportunities to grow their businesses.

Foreign-led cyberattack on government; STISC suspects insider sabotage

Several employees of the Information Technology and Cyber Security Service (STISC) are under suspicion for their involvement in attempted sabotage and attacks on the government’s cyber infrastructure in the Republic of Moldova. These employees will be suspended from their positions while an internal investigation by the authorities is conducted.

Cahul district: teenager detained for child's murder

A 17-year-old boy suspected of killing a 15-year-old with cruelty last week was placed in preventive detention for 30 days, according to the Cahul Prosecutor's Office.