US senators urge Meta and Google to block Russian propaganda and illegal funding ahead of Moldovan elections

U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Thom Tillis recently sent letters to Meta and Google, urging them to allocate sufficient resources to block Russian propaganda and political funding that could affect the integrity of Moldova’s September 28 elections.

Agriculture Ministry representatives head to Brussels for screening on two key chapters

The screening exercise for Chapter 11, "Agriculture and Rural Development," and Chapter 12, "Food Safety, Sanitary-Veterinary, and Phytosanitary Policy," will begin next week. The team from the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Industry will be in Brussels from September 8 to 18, as stated by Ina Butucel, the Deputy Secretary General of the Ministry.

„Mario, Maria, Marinel” movie - premiere in Chisinau

The long-awaited cinema premiere took place in Chisinau with the release of the film "Mario, Maria, Marinel." Directed by Violeta Gorgos, this production was created by a dedicated team of enthusiasts. Filming occurred in the homes of the director's parents and grandparents in Fundurii Vechi, Glodeni district. The film has already been selected for several prestigious international festivals.

Teo Chiriac, re-elected president of the Writers' Union of Moldova

Teo Chiriac was re-elected as president of the Writers' Union of Moldova (USM). Other candidates, including writers Vlad Grecu and Traian Vasilcău, also registered for the position.

Over 4,000 old books restored yearly

Have you ever wondered what happens to old and damaged books on library shelves after they are no longer in use? They are often entrusted to restorers, commonly referred to as "book doctors." One such department, which serves as an emergency hospital for books, operates at the National Library, where six individuals work on restoring these valuable texts.

Moldova's path to EU membership at stake in Parliamentary vote

The upcoming September 28 election will determine not only the makeup of the next parliament but also Moldova's ability to capitalise on a historic opportunity: joining the European Union.

Labour reform: Moldova identifies more illegal workers in 8 months than in last 8 years

Authorities in Moldova have identified 5,200 cases of undeclared work in the first eight months of 2025, a figure that exceeds the total recorded over the last eight years combined.

Moldova: Ex-MP Vladimir Andronachi remanded in new corruption probe

Prosecutors in Moldova are seeking to have former Democratic Party MP Vladimir Andronachi held in pre-trial detention.

TikTok accused of "inauthentic behaviour" influencing Moldovan voters in Romania

Romania's National Audiovisual Council (CNA) has warned TikTok about "coordinated inauthentic behaviour" that could influence citizens voting in Romania for the Republic of Moldova's upcoming parliamentary elections.

US-Russia relations: Trump confirms talks with Putin amid Ukraine conflict

Donald Trump, the US president, announced he would hold talks with Vladimir Putin, the Russian leader.

European leaders rally in support of Ukraine peacekeeping mission

A coalition of 35 global leaders, calling themselves the "Volunteer Coalition" for Ukraine, met on Thursday, September 4.

Moldova police chief warns of "disinformation" and "mass unrest" before vote

Moldova's police chief has warned of "destabilisation efforts" targeting the country's democratic processes ahead of parliamentary elections.