How Moldovans celebrate the Resurrection in the UK

Away from home, our compatriots in the UK celebrate Easter according to their ancestral traditions and customs, including going to the Resurrection Mass. There are Orthodox churches in London and other places in the UK where there are Moldovan communities, such as in the Northampton area.

Christ has Risen! Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter today

Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter today - the feast of light and joy, considered the greatest feast of Christianity, signifying the Resurrection of the Lord. The Easter celebrations last for three days.

The Holy Light has reached the Republic of Moldova

The Haric Fire has arrived in the Republic of Moldova. It was brought to the Republic of Moldova by the representatives of the Metropolitanate of Chisinau and All Moldova and the Metropolitanate of Bessarabia. Later it will be distributed to priests and all Christians so that it can reach all holy places in the country.

For the second year in a row, over a hundred thousand Ukrainian refugees will celebrate Easter in the Republic of Moldova

More than 8 million Ukrainians will, for the second year in a row, spend the Easter holidays away from home. More than 100 thousand of them will spend it in the Republic of Moldova. Despite the war, people continue to hope that they will be able to return home as soon as possible, and Easter reminds them of the togetherness of family.

Taxation and customs clearance of imported cars to be changed

The authorities plan to change the way imported cars are taxed and cleared through customs so that taxes are paid according to their value, rather than the engine capacity as at present. Experts say this practice would comply with European rules and make it easier for business.

The founder of "Bismobil Kitchen", Mihail Sharan, was detained by INI employees

The founder of a furniture manufacturing company, Mihai Saran, accused of leaving customers without furniture and money, was arrested by law enforcement officials after he escaped from the Chisinau Court seven days ago. Law enforcement officials say Șaran has been hiding in an abandoned house in Durlești.

Ilan Șor's lawyers will appeal the Court of Appeal's decision to the Supreme Court and the ECHR

The decision of the Chisinau Court of Appeal, which sentenced the leader of the "ȘOR" party, Ilan Șor, to 15 years imprisonment in the "Bank Fraud" case, will be appealed to the Supreme Court of Justice (SCJ). The announcement was made by Ilan Șor's lawyers, who stress that the court judges issued the decision under pressure from the current government.

Chisinau City Hall will provide the necessary support to the State Chancellery for the organisation of the National Assembly "European Moldova"

Chisinau City Hall will provide the necessary support to the State Chancellery for the organisation of the National Assembly "European Moldova" on 21 May, Mayor Ion Ceban announced today at a press conference.

Reorganisation of the State Road Administration approved in first reading

The Parliament approved in the first reading the draft law providing for the reorganisation of the State Enterprise "State Road Administration" into a joint-stock company (SA) "National Road Administration" with full state capital.

Former sportsman Ion Șoltoianu remanded in custody for 30 days

Former sportsman Ion Șoltoianu has been remanded in custody for 30 days. The measure was imposed by the Chisinau Ciocana court at the request of prosecutors.

Ana Revenco: The introduction of pre-vetting or vetting procedures for police officers and MAI employees is not necessary

The introduction of pre-vetting or vetting procedures for police officers and Interior Ministry employees, similar to those applied by authorities in the judiciary and prosecution system, is not necessary, Interior Minister Ana Revenco told Free Europe in an interview.

The volume of waste could be reduced by up to 90% through a harmless incineration procedure: What the government approved regulation provides for

Using a harmless incineration procedure, the volume of waste going to landfill could be reduced by up to 90%. A regulation aimed at gradually reducing the amount of land subject to contamination by landfill and laying down special conditions for incineration plants has been approved by the government.