Moldovan farmers threaten new protests

Moldovan farmers could take to the streets again from 14 August if the government fails to meet their demands, the Farmers' Force Association says. Farmers cite a "disastrous" situation in the sector, characterised by derisory new crop prices, exorbitant production costs and pressure from creditors.

Apartment prices have risen by 15 percent, but real estate agents expect a further increase. What experts say

Since the beginning of the year, prices of new apartments have increased by 15 percent, and in the coming months they could increase by another 15 percent, real estate agents told Radio Moldova. According to them, the causes are the halt in new construction during the pandemic period and the high price of renting apartments following the influx of Ukrainian refugees. But economic experts say apartment prices could rise by only 5% by the end of the year.

During the cold season, low-income families will benefit from several compensation programmes

Low-income families will benefit from several compensation programmes during the cold period of the year, including for electricity, Labour and Social Protection Minister Alexei Buzu told Rlive. According to the official, two new energy vulnerability categories have been requested to identify low-income families. Aid for the cold period of the year will be integrated into the compensation programme, the official said.

The activity of two border crossing points with Ukraine, suspended for security reasons

The border crossing points Otaci-Moghileov Podolsk and Unguri-Bronița have suspended their activity for security reasons, the Customs Service and the Border Police inform.

Three anti-tank mines, discovered on the banks of the Prut

The border policemen in the Sculeni sector were informed that three explosive objects were found on the banks of the Prut river. After carrying out the necessary checks, the presence of three anti-tank mines from the time of the World War II was confirmed. IGSU and IP Ungheni employees were called to the scene.

A 7-year-old girl was found dead in an abandoned house in the village of Recea, Rîscani district

A 7-year-old girl from Recea village, Rîscani district, who went missing yesterday, was found dead in an abandoned house in the locality. Police detained two suspects.

A foreign citizen tried to illegally withdraw 27 thousand US dollars from the Republic of Moldova

The border police, in cooperation with the customs officials, found undeclared money in the luggage of a non-resident passenger on the Chisinau - Sharm el Sheikh flight. The incident was recorded on Monday, August 7, at Chisinau International Airport.

World Bank finances a $60 million project to build and rehabilitate schools and kindergartens

In the coming years, the Republic of Moldova will invest 60 million dollars to build three classical lyceums, to repair 15 schools and 15 kindergartens, and to equip hundreds of schools. At the same time, teachers and school managers will benefit from modern continuous training programs, as well as training in the use and maintenance of equipment.

Prime Minister Dorin Recean requested the revision of the parking fee at the Chisinau International Airport

The decision of the Chisinau International Airport to increase the price of parking is a wrong one, Prime Minister Dorin Recean said today. In this sense, the official requested the review of the decision. According to him, the problem of long-term parked cars, which block access for short-term parking for families and passengers, can be solved differently.

Strengthening the healthcare system: CNAMUP received a donation of 300 cooler bags

The National Pre-hospital Emergency Medical Assistance Center (CNAMUP) received 300 cooler bags and 600 flexible coolers. The donation comes from the Mission of the International Organization for Migration in the Republic of Moldova, with the financial support of the European Union to support the strengthening of the healthcare system in the Republic of Moldova.

PHOTO CFM employees work to remove the consequences of the railway accident in Gagauzia

About 50 employees of the Moldovan Railways (CFM) are working to remove the consequences of the railway accident that occurred yesterday afternoon. The six wagons loaded with grain that derailed off the tracks have been removed and rerouted to Basarabeasca station, CFM said in a statement.

Vocational schools and colleges can apply for funding for infrastructure projects

Vocational schools, colleges and centres of excellence can apply until 25 August for a total of 25 million lei in funding for infrastructure projects. This is additional funding from the Ministry of Education and Research based on project proposals submitted.