Bălan, SIS deputy, on trial for state secrets leak; first hearing April 15

Alexandru Bălan, the former deputy head of the Intelligence and Security Service (SIS) in Chisinau, is currently the subject of a criminal case for disclosing state secrets. The first court hearing is scheduled for Wednesday, April 15, at the Chisinau Court in Buiucani.

Moldova bids farewell to Gheorghe Urschi at St. Theodora of Sihla Church

The Republic of Moldova bids farewell to master Gheorghe Urschi. The vigil service for the esteemed artist is being held at the "Saint Teodora de la Sihla" Church.

Nearly half of 112 calls during Easter were unjustified

During Easter, more than 12,000 calls were registered to the national emergency number 112. Approximately 41% of these calls were not actual emergencies, primarily involuntary calls or requests for information.

Vice-President of the European Parliament Victor Negrescu backs Moldova talks: “A timely decision boosts reforms”

The European Parliament informs the European Council about the opportunity to begin cluster negotiations with the Republic of Moldova after the recent elections in Hungary.

National Program for Romanian Language Learning: 100 adult groups formed this year

Over 6,800 people across the country have enrolled this year in Romanian language courses organized under the National Program for Romanian Language Learning 2026–2028. The program aims to develop adults’ language skills. In total, 100 groups have been formed nationwide, and the formation process continues as new requests from interested participants are received, the Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) reports.

TRM airs special programming lineup to honor Gheorghe Urschi

Teleradio-Moldova (TRM) will honour the late actor and director Gheorghe Urschi with a special programming lineup on April 14 and 15.

Top traffic offenses: illegal parking, ignoring signs, blocking crossings

The most common violations of the Road Traffic Regulations (RCR) include irregular parking, failure to obey traffic signs, and obstructing pedestrian crossings. Reports indicate that the drivers who often display the least discipline tend to be behind the wheel of BMW, Mercedes, or Toyota vehicles, according to the civic platform observ.md.

Traffic restricted on Gheorghe Urschi’s funeral day

Road traffic will be restricted on Wednesday, April 15, on several streets in central Chisinau due to the funeral of master Gheorghe Urschi. Public transport will be rerouted.

Experimental Kyiv–Chișinău Airport direct train service

A direct train from Kyiv railway station to “Eugen Doga” Chișinău International Airport launched on April 14. The train left Kyiv on the evening of April 13 and arrived today near Chișinău, in Revaca, Sângera. From there, passengers were transported free of charge to the airport.

Rising childhood myopia: screens and sedentary lifestyle to blame

According to international studies, one in three children worldwide suffers from myopia. Research indicates that the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated vision problems, leading to nearly a threefold increase in the number of myopia cases. In the Republic of Moldova, doctors are also reporting a rise in myopia cases, attributed to factors such as a sedentary lifestyle, increased exposure to digital devices, and certain dietary deficiencies.

Yellow frost alert nationwide: −3°C overnight/morning

The State Hydrometeorological Service has issued a Yellow Code for frost, which will be in effect across the Republic of Moldova. This weather phenomenon is expected on Wednesday, April 15, with nighttime and morning temperatures ranging from -1 to -3 degrees Celsius.

FUNERAL: Gheorghe Urschi burial details and farewell schedule

Gheorghe Urschi, who passed away on April 13 at the age of 78, will be laid to rest on Wednesday, April 15, at the Central Cemetery on Armenească Str. in Chișinău. Admirers of his work may pay their respects to the “King of Humor” starting this evening.