Two men get years in prison for escape attempt from Penitentiary No. 15, Cricova

Two inmates, aged 24 and 27, who attempted to escape from Penitentiary No. 15 in Cricova, will face extended prison sentences. Both individuals, who were already serving sentences for murder and other crimes, were sentenced to an additional two years each for their escape attempt.

Dormition Fast, one of the year’s most important, started

Orthodox Christians in the Republic of Moldova entered the Fast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary today, August 14, which will last until August 28. It is one of the four great fasting periods in the Orthodox calendar and precedes the feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, celebrated in the old style at the end of the month.

UTM Deputy-Rector warns: Deepfake attackers can clone your voice from just three seconds of video

Video or audio recordings that appear genuine but are actually fabricated with the help of artificial intelligence—commonly referred to as deepfakes—are increasingly encountered online. This technology is frequently exploited by scammers, especially in phone calls or voice messages, where they imitate real voices to solicit sensitive information such as credit card details or money transfers.

“I want to learn too” campaign readies school bags and supplies for hundreds of children

We all have the chance to help a child get ready for school. The "Concordia" Association has launched the "I want to learn too" campaign, aiming to provide 750 children with school bags and supplies.

USMF opens second admission round for medicine and pharmacy

Nicolae Testemițanu State University of Medicine and Pharmacy (USMF) has admitted 1,146 candidates following this year's main admission round.

Moldova fights disinformation, blocks TikTok channels

Moldovan authorities have called for the blocking of 443 TikTok channels involved in spreading disinformation that impacts national security and social stability.

Moldova's digital health struggles and the push for EHR

Fewer than 10% of Moldovan citizens have access to their own digital medical data, which is seven times lower than the EU average, according to the Digital Decade 2030 program.

Concordia launches school supply drive for 750 children

A charity drive aiming to collect school bags and school supplies for 750 children from vulnerable families will take place on August 15 and 16 in several stores across Chișinău, Hâncești, and Bălți.

Controversial judge Mihail Diaconu found dead in Chișinău

Former judge Mihail Diaconu was found dead this morning, at approximately 7:30 a.m., under a bridge in the capital, with a gunshot wound to the head.

Moldova to produce its first electric trolleybuses

The first electric trolleybuses assembled entirely in Moldova could roll off the production line this autumn, following the completion of the first stage of construction for a new factory in the commune of Trușeni, a suburb of the capital.

Final round: 1,000 places available at Moldovan colleges

Only 1,000 places remain available in colleges and centers of excellence in the Republic of Moldova, announced the Ministry of Education and Research (MER) after the first round of the admission process concluded on August 10.

Investments revive Negrea village community

The village of Negrea, located in the Hincesti district, is flourishing due to investments aimed at enhancing local infrastructure and supporting entrepreneurial initiatives. A modern outdoor playground and sports field was established, and plans are underway for a summer stage to be constructed soon. These projects not only improve living conditions but also stimulate local economic activity, providing residents with genuine opportunities to grow their businesses.