Soviet-era records leave Moldovan centenarian tally in limbo

Moldova’s civil registry lists 1,119 citizens aged over 100, but authorities have confirmed only 32 are actually alive and collecting state pensions, officials said.

EcoVoucher upgrades cut power use for 3,300 Moldovan families

More than 3,300 Moldovan families replaced old household appliances with energy-efficient models between March and September 2026 through the European Union-funded EcoVoucher programme.

Critical water deficit prompts red alert across Moldova

Moldova issued widespread hydrological warnings on Friday as severe drought depleted key rivers, prompting authorities to urge emergency water conservation across households and commercial sectors as flows dropped to historic lows.

Migration leaves northern Moldovan village facing desertion

Rural depopulation is hollowing out Moldovan villages, leaving communities like Cuzmenii Vechi with roughly 200 residents as younger generations migrate abroad or relocate to better-connected urban centers.

Moldova seeks to turn waste into an economic resource

Moldova has secured funding and amended legislation to modernise waste management, but projects are progressing slowly as experts say authorities, businesses and households still treat waste as something to discard rather than a resource.

Soviet terror survivor recalls family exile from Bessarabia

Marcela Ciubotaru survived two separate Soviet deportation waves before turning two years old, enduring livestock wagons, childhood famine in Kazakhstan, and decades of state-enforced fear before regaining freedom in her homeland.

Green finance gains ground in Moldova despite nascent bond market

Moldovan businesses are gaining broader access to green loans for energy-efficient investments, though the national green bond market remains practically non-existent, former environment minister Iuliana Cantaragiu said.

A pro-war Russian channel founder was detained and expelled from Montenegro, linked to operations in Moldova

On Friday, October 9, 2026, Montenegrin authorities detained Mihail Zvinciuk—founder and head of the influential Russian media project Rybar—along with his wife, Valeria Zvinciuk, and three other individuals. The operation took place in the town of Risan, on the shores of the Bay of Kotor, and the police carried it out in conjunction with the National Security Agency (ANB).

Petru Vlah registered as a candidate for Governor of Gagauzia

Another candidate has registered for the race for Governor (Bashkan) of Gagauzia. Former MP Petru Vlah will run in the November 15 election representing the "NOI – Noua Opțiune Istorică" (WE – New Historical Option) party. The Central Electoral Council of Gagauzia (CECG) officially registered his candidacy on Friday, October 9. This brings the total number of candidates admitted to the race to five.

Drone fragments found in Moldova, preserved as evidence in criminal cases

The wreckage of the unmanned aerial vehicles that crashed on the territory of the Republic of Moldova is undergoing technical and explosive analysis before being sealed as evidence in criminal cases.

€274,000 investment in Bălți water network: Slovakia modernizes pumping station

The "Decebal" pumping station, which supplies water to approximately 65% ​​of the residents of the municipality of Bălți, is being modernized with support from Slovakia. The investment amounts to 274,000 euros, and the work is expected to be completed by the end of August 2027.

Mercedes driver George Russell paces Singapore GP practice

Mercedes driver George Russell posted the fastest time on Friday during the sole free practice session ahead of the Singapore Grand Prix, the 17th round of the Formula 1 World Championship.