SCM extends the deadline for 20 anti-corruption judge positions to October 5

The Superior Council of Magistracy (SCM) has extended the deadline for submitting applications for 20 vacant judge positions in specialized anti-corruption courts. This includes 5 positions at the Centru Court of Appeal and 15 positions at the Chisinau District Court. Candidates now have until October 5, 2026, to submit their applications.

Over 40 Moldovan wineries showcase their wines in Bucharest. Osmochescu: "They're gaining visibility in foreign markets"

More than 40 wineries from the Republic of Moldova are showcasing their wines at the Moldovan Wine Festival in Bucharest this weekend. During the event, the Minister of Agriculture and Food Industry, Eugen Osmochescu, said that Romania remains the primary export market for Moldovan wines, with projected sales of approximately $45 million by 2025.

Vasile Tofan urges reduced bureaucracy for small producers

Prime Minister Vasile Tofan requested Alexandru Manciu, the acting director of the National Food Safety Agency (ANSA), to develop a set of measures to simplify the operations of small producers and artisanal entrepreneurs by October 15. The Prime Minister stated that the existing regulations are often disproportionate, which ultimately benefits imports and industrial products at the expense of local small producers.

Gas, certified diesel, and wood reserves for winter 2026-2027

Natural gas, electricity, and thermal energy operators are required to establish security reserves, assess the condition of their infrastructure, and prepare alternative fuel supplies by mid-October and November. This is part of a comprehensive set of preparation measures for the 2026-2027 heating season, which is scheduled to be voted on by the Government during the meeting on September 9.

Agribusiness expert: Farmers require practical knowledge to adapt to climate change

Agriculture in the Republic of Moldova requires a change in approach. This includes how farmers manage their businesses, cultivate the soil, and select technologies, seeds, and crops to adapt to climate change and increasing drought. Agribusiness and agricultural economics expert Andrei Zbancă says that farmers need practical knowledge, technologies suited to local conditions, and an agricultural system focused on moisture conservation and crop rotation.

Traffic will be halted at Chisinau Railway Station

Traffic will be temporarily suspended on Sunday, September 6, along Aleea Gării str. in front of the Chișinău Railway Station. This suspension will take place from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. due to the filming of the movie "The Curse of Maria Dragan". Drivers are advised to avoid the area and exercise caution while navigating through traffic.

Eight development projects are underway in Ialoveni through national government programs

The town of Ialoveni benefits from eight development projects funded by national programs, including "European Village," "European Village Express," "Europe is Close," and "Public Nursery Services". These projects involve investments in road infrastructure, sewage systems, early childhood education, sports facilities, and urban planning. According to the National Office for Regional and Local Development (ONDRL), the goal of these initiatives is to modernize infrastructure and enhance living conditions for the town's residents.

Nicu Popescu and Kaja Kallas discuss European security and the hybrid war against Moldova

The Special Envoy of the President of the Republic of Moldova for European Affairs and Strategic Partnerships, Nicu Popescu, discussed with the Vice-President of the European Commission and High Representative of the EU for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kaja Kallas, new European initiatives in the field of security and defense, as well as combating hybrid and cognitive warfare.

Stolen 'Portrait of a Lady' returned to Jewish art dealer's heir

A court in the Argentine city of Mar del Plata has ordered the return of the painting "Portrait of a Lady", which was stolen by the Nazis during World War II from Jewish art dealer Jacques Goudstikker. The painting will be returned to his heir, Mara von Saher, according to a report by Meduza Live.

Frenchman saw Moldova on the map and set off on a journey

He set off from France and arrived in Chișinău after a journey of almost two weeks, made entirely by train. Corentin Vignal is passionate about travel and chose the Republic of Moldova for a project dedicated to sustainable tourism. He set out to discover the country in the most environmentally friendly way possible. Once here, he was surprised by the authenticity, diversity, and traditions he discovered in the Republic of Moldova.

People are pushing cars to gas stations amid nighttime queues in Perm

"You wait 5 hours and you can't refuel." Huge queues formed at gas stations in Perm after one of Russia's largest refineries shut down, reports Astra.

Vilnius pushes to accelerate Moldova's EU accession talks

Lithuania supports accelerating Moldova's European Union accession and believes Chișinău is ready to open all remaining negotiation clusters, Foreign Minister Kęstutis Budrys said on Friday in Vilnius.