Earth Hour. Millions of people, institutions and companies turn off their lights for an hour

Today, millions of people, institutions and companies turn off their lights for an hour, starting at 8:30 p.m., joining the Earth Hour event. The Republic of Moldova marks this event too.

Advocating Inclusion: Moldovan President's Message on Down Syndrome

World Down Syndrome Day is observed on March 21st. In this context, the President of the Republic of Moldova has articulated her aspiration for a future where the diagnosis of Down syndrome ceases to be perceived as punitive but rather as an opportunity for assistance.

Parents to Pay for Moldova's After-School Care

The Ministry of Education and Research will approve a funding methodology for the activity of extended-day groups, after this service was suspended by the municipal authorities, announced Dan Perciun, the Minister of Education and Research.

Vehicle Registration Made Easier: New Changes

The Executive has approved a decision to simplify, modernise, and make the vehicle registration procedure more citizen-centric.

False bomb alert near the Ministry of Internal Affairs

Bomb alert near the headquarters of the Ministry of Internal Affairs, after a suspicious package was found in a trash can. According to the press officer of the Chisinau Police Department, Natalia Stati, following the checks carried out by specialized bodies, no explosive objects were identified, and the package contained papers.

Former head of the Border Police, charged in the case of the attack at the Chisinau International Airport

The former head of the Border Police, Rosian Vasiloi, was charged in the criminal case regarding the attack at the Chisinau International Airport on June 30, 2023, in which two people lost their lives. The information was confirmed for our radio station by the spokeswoman of the General Prosecutor's Office, Violina Moraru.

Website pentru.md was launched, a platform that contains information about the benefits of joining the EU

In the Republic of Moldova, a platform was launched that contains information about the activities carried out by the European Union in our country, as well as the benefits of joining the community block. The pentru.md website can be accessed from today and was launched to provide complex information about the advantages of European integration, but also to combat misinformation about the European Union, President Maia Sandu said at a conference.

Orthodox Christians enter Lent

On Monday, March 18, the Orthodox Christians entered the Lent, the period of 40 days from Ash Wednesday to the day before Easter, during which some Christians give up some type of food or activity that they enjoy in memory of Christ’s suffering.

Moldova: Churches Break From Moscow Ties

The 'Saint John the Baptist the Prophet' church in Glodeni (Northen Moldova) has joined the Metropolis of Bessarabia. The announcement was published in the Official Monitor on Friday, March 15. This marks the second parish to leave the Eparchy of Bălți and Fălești.

Moldova Expands Dual Education Programs

The number of young people in dual education is increasing, and the authorities want to involve about 2,000 students in this form of study throughout 2024, said the Minister of Education and Research, Dan Perciun.

The Republic of Moldova and NATO strengthen the resilience of the energy sector against cyber and hybrid threats

NATO will help the Republic of Moldova to protect its energy infrastructure from cyber and hybrid threats, the Ministry of Energy announced in a statement. In this regard, the CORE-24 M Exercise took place in Chisinau between March 12-14, 2024, focused on deepening the collaboration between energy operators and institutions that provide protection against cyber attacks, Ministries, government agencies and the private sector.

Maia Sandu wished Natalia Barbu success at Eurovision: I am confident that she would impress the audience in Europe

President Maia Sandu had a meeting with the representative of the Republic of Moldova at the Eurovision 2024 music contest, Natalia Barbu, which will take place in Malmö, Sweden. The head of state noted the achievements and successes of the artist who managed to conquer the audience from Europe with her voice and talent.