Number of millionaires worldwide falls by 3.5 Million

The number of millionaires worldwide fell by 3.5 million last year, to 59.4 million at the end of 2022, according to the 2023 edition of the World Wealth Report by Swiss banks Credit Suisse and UBS, Le Figaro reports, as picked up by news.ro.

Meteorologists warn of hot temperatures and unstable weather in Moldova

Moldova is expected to experience hot temperatures in the coming days, with highs of up to 36 degrees Celsius in some areas. However, the weather will turn unsettled on Sunday and Monday, with isolated light showers accompanied by thunderstorms in the north of the country.

Moldova relies on EBRD support to expand transport and energy links with EU

Moldovan President Maia Sandu has expressed her gratitude to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) for its support in expanding transport and energy links with the European Union.

Old-Style Orthodox christians celebrate transfiguration of Jesus Christ

Old-style Orthodox Christians on Saturday celebrated the Transfiguration of Jesus Christ, one of the grandest religious holidays in the Orthodox Church.

Abandoned house in Chisinau engulfed in flames, 1 evacuated

An abandoned house was engulfed in flames in Chisinau's Râșcani district on Saturday night, according to the Inspector General for Emergency Situations.

NATO could respond to Russian maritime escalations in Black Sea

Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander in Europe James Stavridis has warned that Russia risks triggering a direct conflict with NATO by intercepting vessels in international waters and attempting to assert economic control over Ukraine, according to digi24.ro.

Sakharov Centre dissolution signals crackdown on dissent in Russia

A Moscow court on Friday dissolved the Sakharov Centre, one of Russia's last remaining human rights associations, in a further sign of the rollback of freedoms and the repression of opposition voices in the country.

Renaissance Party ordered to remove advertising materials

The Central Electoral Commission (CEC) has ordered the political party "Renaștere" (Renaissance) to remove advertising materials distributed in tents. The leaflets are to be removed within 3 days from the date of adoption of the decision.

AIPA grants over 1.9 billion lei in subsidies to farmers

The Agricultural Intervention and Payments Agency (AIPA) has granted over 1.9 billion lei (about $38 million) in subsidies to farmers so far this year, an increase of 17% over last year.

Maia Sandu warns of Russian security threat to Moldova, calls for EU accession

Moldova's President Maia Sandu on Tuesday warned that Russia will continue to be an element of insecurity for the country and called for accelerated efforts to join the European Union.

Moldovan ambassadors meet in Chisinau to discuss foreign policy

Ambassadors of the Republic of Moldova are meeting in Chisinau to discuss issues related to the implementation of the country's foreign policy, the establishment of new tasks, and the enhancement of the efficiency of diplomatic missions.

Moldovan judges' association appeals to politicians to refrain from statements that can undermine public confidence in the judicial system

The Judges' Association of Moldova has appealed to the political class to refrain from making statements that can undermine public confidence in the judicial system. This is the reaction of the magistrates to the statements made on Monday, August 14, by Prime Minister Dorin Recean, who requested a report from the Ministry of Internal Affairs on the judges who have examined criminal cases filed against drivers caught driving under the influence of alcohol.