Moldova: Unpaid volunteer firefighters show professional skill at annual festival

Volunteer firefighters, increasing in number across Moldova, are always ready for a new mission, despite not being paid professionals.

Renewable energy: How Moldova's new communities cut bills

Moldova is launching its first renewable energy communities, supported by Sweden, Norway, and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).

Why anaesthetists in Moldova face high burnout rates and staff deficits

Moldova is facing a critical shortage of anaesthetists, specialists who play a vital role in saving lives and provide constant care for critically ill patients in intensive care units.

Moldova: Orheiul Vechi visitor numbers pass 100,000 mark

The Orheiul Vechi cultural and natural reserve welcomed more than 100,000 visitors in the first nine months of this year, with about 65% being local visitors.

Export disaster: Table grape prices plunge after 80% loss in Hâncești, Moldova

After a long, dry summer, the rains were initially welcomed, but for grape growers in Moldova's Hâncești district, they quickly became a disaster. Instead of a good harvest and profit, farmers are now grappling with cracked grapes, huge losses, and debt.

Russia-Ukraine war: Desertion cases hit 25,000, HUR claims

More than 25,000 Russian soldiers and officers have deserted the Russian army since late 2024, Ukraine's Defence Intelligence (HUR) reported on Saturday.

PCRM leaves Patriotic Bloc: What it means for Moldova's new Legislature

The pro-Russian Party of Communists of the Republic of Moldova (PCRM) has announced it will form a separate faction in the new Parliament.

Moldova launches €12m scheme to bring clean water to 55,000

Moldova is launching a scheme to improve water access for thousands of citizens by installing modern water treatment systems across rural communities.

UN Report highlights rise in 'forced criminality' trafficking, affecting Moldovans

This year, ten Moldovan citizens were lured into human trafficking situations and subsequently exploited in criminal activities.

Doctor shortfalls ease as incentives lure Moldova graduates to districts

Half of all medical graduates in Moldova now start their careers in district hospitals, the Ministry of Health says.

3-3 draw: PSG remain top after dramatic match with Strasbourg

Paris St-Germain (PSG) and Strasbourg played out a six-goal thriller in the opening match of Ligue 1's eighth round on Friday.

US stance on Ukraine: Why Trump won't take a 'decisive stance' against Putin

The talks between Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Donald Trump were very difficult; they were neither a failure nor a success.