Moldova perfect exam scores hit record high as top graduates look abroad

Two high school graduates from the Constantin Stere Theoretical High School in Soroca have achieved perfect scores across all national Baccalaureate examinations. Arina Ceban and Alexandrina Crudu completed their secondary education by securing maximum grades in every subject, positioning themselves at the top of the country's academic elite.

Chisinau shooting: Man wounded with illegal firearm in Botanica

A man sustained injuries during a shooting incident in the Botanica district of Chisinau on Saturday night. Medical officials confirmed the victim's injuries are non-life-threatening, and he remains in stable condition.

Moldovan art wraps Vienna Ringturm as bilateral ties strengthen

A contemporary artist from the Republic of Moldova has designed the monumental artwork covering the facade of Vienna’s iconic Ringturm building for the first time in history. The installation by Pavel Braila, titled "Your Happiness is in Your Own Hands," transforms the corporate headquarters into a massive open-air art gallery focusing on a central symbol of Moldovan culinary tradition: stuffed cabbage rolls, locally known as sarmale.

Venezuela earthquakes kill 1,430 as damages hit €6.4 billion

The death toll from a twin earthquake that struck Venezuela on Wednesday has risen to 1,430, National Assembly President Jorge Rodríguez announced.

Archival records name thousands of Moldova’s Soviet deportation victims

The National Archives Agency of Moldova released declassified nominal lists of individuals deported from the Moldavian Soviet Socialist Republic during the mass Soviet operations of June 13–14, 1941. The documents, originally declassified by the Ministry of Internal Affairs in 2010, are now accessible to the public and available for download in PDF format.

New Red Book edition tracks shifting wildlife risks in Moldova

Moldova is updating its national Red Data Book following a comprehensive two-year field assessment of rare and endangered species. The upcoming fourth edition will reflect major shifts in regional biodiversity, upgrading protection for critical wildlife while removing species that no longer face immediate threats.

Muchova claims Bad Homburg title as injured Osaka withdraws

Czech tennis star Karolína Muchová secured the Bad Homburg Open title in Germany following the retirement of Japan's Naomi Osaka during the second set. Muchová dominated the opening exchanges of the final, leading 6-1, 1-0 before the match came to an abrupt halt.

Fourteen civilians freed in Russia-Ukraine prisoner exchange

Russia and Ukraine exchanged 14 detained civilians on Saturday, returning seven individuals to each side. The bilateral repatriation marks a rare humanitarian agreement focused exclusively on non-combatants.

Ukrainian missiles hit Russian defense plant in Volgograd

The Ukrainian military struck the Titan-Barikady defense plant in Volgograd with FP-5 Flamingo missiles on Saturday night, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy announced.

Moldova limits heavy truck traffic amid extreme heat

Moldova will temporarily restrict the movement of heavy goods vehicles with a maximum authorised weight exceeding 12 tonnes on national roads from 28 June to 1 July, amid yellow, orange and red heat alerts, the National Roads Administration (AND) announced.

Dembele hat-trick seals top spot for France as Senegal makes history

The France national football team secured the top spot in World Cup Group I following a commanding 4-1 victory over Norway at Boston Stadium.

Moldovan rescuers warn against swimming in unsafe waters

The General Inspectorate for Emergency Situations (IGSU) issued an urgent appeal for public adherence to water safety protocols. The alert comes as soaring summer temperatures drive large crowds to natural water bodies across the country.