Moldova's first lesson of new school year is on European integration
Students in Moldova returned to school on Friday for the start of the new school year. The first day of school is marked by a festive assembly followed by the first lesson. The subject for this hour is set by the Ministry of Education each year. This year, the first lesson for students across the country will be on the topic of "Moldova European".
Carolina Străjescu
U.S. Ambassador's recitation of Moldovan poem celebrates Romanian language
On the occasion of the Day of the Romanian Language, U.S. Ambassador Kent Logsdon recited a poem with Moldovan poet Vasile Romanciuc.
Romanian Language Day events in Moldovan capital
In the centre of Chișinău, Moldova, a series of cultural events are being held today to mark Romanian Language Day. The events will begin with a flower-laying ceremony, followed by a public reading, a theatre performance, and a concert featuring Cătălin Josan, Brio Sonores, Radu Dolgan, Natalia Barbu, Tania Cerga, Mariana Bulicanu, and others.
Romanian Language Day in Moldova: a victory for the national liberation movement
Moldova is celebrating 34 years since the return to the Latin script, an event considered to be the first major victory of the national liberation movement that advocated for independence, freedom, and a return to national values. The struggle for the Romanian language did not end even after the proclamation of the Independence of the Republic of Moldova and it only obtained official status a few months ago, and the issue of the name of the official language still causes disputes in society.
Moldova under yellow warning for atmospheric instability
Meteorologists issued a yellow warning for atmospheric instability on August 30, 2023. The warning is in effect until 10:00 PM local time.
Viorica Rusica
Press Review: Moldova's Farmers Protest New Circular, Country Faces Infrastructure and Unemployment Challenges
Farmers in Moldova are protesting a new circular from the Ministry of Agriculture that would require them to provide proof of ownership or possession of land affected by natural disasters in order to receive subsidies. The circular has been met with criticism from farmers, who say it is too bureaucratic and will make it more difficult for them to access subsidies.
First Moldovan Youth Summit to be held in Chisinau
The Federation of Moldovan Youth in Romania will organise the first edition of the Moldovan Youth Summit in Chisinau from September 1 to 3, 2023. The event, titled "Homesick," is organised in partnership with the National Youth Council of Moldova and the Romanian Youth Council.
Farmers protest new bureaucracy in compensation process
Farmers in Moldova plan to protest on Wednesday against what they say is excessive bureaucracy in the process of obtaining compensation for the cultivation of cereals and diesel fuel.
Olga Stăvilă
Fire risk in Moldova until mid-September
Starting today and until September 14, meteorologists have extended the warning for the risk of a dangerous atmospheric phenomenon. As a result, there will be an exceptional risk of natural fires (class V) over extended areas.
Maia Sandu: Moldova has reduced its dependence on Russia for gas
In an interview with CNN, Moldovan President Maia Sandu said that the country has become more independent in terms of its energy sector. According to the head of state, Moldova has made significant progress in ensuring energy independence in recent years and no longer depends on a single gas supplier, the Russian company Gazprom.
Dumitru Petruleac
The importance of tears for eye health
They appear when we are extremely emotional, some try to hide them, and others don't have them at all. Pavel Cepraga tells you more about tears and their importance for eye health.
Ionela Golban
Moldova conducts trial population and housing census in 11 localities
Moldova is conducting a trial population and housing census in 11 localities from August 28 to October 10, 2023. The census is designed to generate reliable statistics on the number of inhabitants and the territorial distribution of households. The exercise is funded by external partners.