Frost damage devastates early fruit orchards in northern regions

A cold wave and frosts have recently devastated early fruit orchards across several regions of the country, with farmers in the north witnessing the damage to apricot, plum, and cherry trees that had just bloomed.

Price hikes hit low-income consumers

Due to recent crises, the prices of many products and services have increased. According to the National Bureau of Statistics, the annual inflation rate in March was 8.8 percent. For comparison, during the same period, inflation in Romania was 4.86%, while in war-torn Ukraine, it reached 14.6%. In our country, the impact of rising prices is felt most acutely by individuals with modest incomes and pensioners, who report needing to spend more to purchase food.

Over 3,000 amateur and professional athletes joined a major competition in Chisinau

More than 3,000 sports professionals and amateurs gathered for a competition in the center of Chisinau. This marked the first spring half-marathon ever held in the Republic of Moldova, attracting athletes from both the country and abroad. The top performers were awarded cash prizes, gifts, and medals.

Subsidies spur viticulture modernization in the Republic of Moldova

Subsidies play a crucial role in the modernization of viticulture, a sector that enhances the Republic of Moldova's reputation in the global market, thanks to its award-winning wines. The financial support provided by international partners and the government enables winegrowers to invest in high-quality vineyards and acquire advanced technologies. This year, the government is offering subsidies of 300,000 lei for each hectare planted with local grape varieties.

Children in Moldova face growing online risks; authorities pledge protective measures

About 60 percent of children in the Republic of Moldova have faced risky situations online. This issue is growing not only in our country but is also a global concern, driven by advancements in technology. The authorities are focusing on this problem; last year, they approved an action plan aimed at better protecting children from the dangers associated with Internet use.

Authorities from Chisinau react to the devastating attack in Sumy

President Maia Sandu and Parliament Speaker Igor Grosu strongly condemned the missile attack launched by the Russian army on the Ukrainian city of Sumy, which killed at least 21 people and injured 83 others. The two officials expressed solidarity with the Ukrainian people and called for the Kremlin regime to be held accountable for the crimes committed.

First electric trolleybus factory in the Republic of Moldova could be built near Chisinau

The Republic of Moldova could soon have its first state-of-the-art electric trolleybus factory, which will be located in the commune of Trușeni, near Chișinău. The project involves an investment of about 5 million euros and would cover the entire production chain – from technological design to final assembly.

Honey from the Republic of Moldova meets standards: about 80% reaches European markets

After the European Union imposed stricter rules on honey imports, Chisinau government amended the legislation so that beekeeping products meet the standards for labelling and processing of the product. Annually, our country produces approximately five thousand tons of honey, and 80% of this is exported, mostly to the EU.

Palm Sunday: Orthodox Christians mark Jesus Christ's entry into Jerusalem

The Orthodox Christians celebrate Palm Sunday today. Palm Sunday is one of the Twelve Great Feasts of the liturgical year. The feast commemorates Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.

The missing 10-year-old girl from the forest between Căpriana and Ciobanca was found alive

A 10-year-old girl who went missing during a national competition in the forest between the localities of Căpriana and Ciobanca in the Strașeni district was found alive around 2:00 a.m. She was located approximately 20 kilometers from where she disappeared. According to the police, the girl responded to the rescuers' shouts and met them alone.

180,000 tons of food wasted annually — experts offer tips to reduce waste

Moldovan citizens throw away approximately 180,000 tons of food products every year. This is while every fourth person in rural areas cannot afford to eat enough and suffers from hunger, according to data presented by economist Veaceslav Ioniță.

A cleaner river, a greener future: hundreds of people took part in the Bâc River cleanup

Hundreds of people took part in a clean-up of the Bâc River. They collected trash from the water and along the banks along the river, from plastic bottles and used tires to scrap metal. Through this action, organisers hope to make people more responsible for the environment.