Three men detained for earning 25 million lei from illegal online casinos

Three men, two of whom are foreign citizens, were detained for illegally organizing online gambling in Chisinau. Law enforcement officers announced the dismantling of a network of operational internet casinos that generated illegal revenues of 25,000,000 lei.

Over 1,600 fines issued for leaf burning; composting offers an eco-friendly alternative

Burning leaves is still a common practice in villages, despite being prohibited. Even the large fines imposed by authorities do not deter some farmers from continuing this practice. A practical and effective solution is composting vegetable waste, which can be repurposed as fertilizer for the soil.

Moldova bus fares set to rise by up to 20% in 2026

Bus and minibus fares for regional and inter-district transport in Moldova could increase by up to 20% starting March 1, 2026.

Child development: Why emotional bond with parents is key

Every child needs a safe and supportive environment for healthy development, according to experts speaking on a Radio Moldova programme, marking European Parents’ Day.

Moldova frost warning: Crops at risk as temperatures hit -2C

The Moldovan State Hydrometeorological Service (SHS) has issued a ‘yellow code’ frost warning for the entire country, in effect on 15 and 16 October.

Chisinau: Moldova's capital marks City Patron Day

The capital of Moldova, Chișinău, is celebrating its City Patron Day—known locally as 'Hram'—on 14 October.

A new option for parents: Stem cell collection at birth is now available in the Republic of Moldova

Mothers in the Republic of Moldova have the opportunity to collect stem cells from umbilical cord blood immediately after birth and store them indefinitely at the only specialized bank in the country. This relatively new option allows for the potential use of these cells in treating over 80 serious conditions, including cancer, autism, and diabetes.

Study: Every third child in Moldova lives in poverty. Expert: "They need help today"

The rate of absolute poverty among children in the Republic of Moldova has reached a concerning level, affecting more than one-third of all minors. A study conducted by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) in collaboration with UNICEF Moldova revealed that last year, 17% of children experienced extreme poverty.

TUX platform investment rumors debunked

The National Financial Market Commission (CNPF) is not involved in any initiatives regarding the recovery of investments made through the TUX platform. The institution asserts that any claims about the start of the investment return process are false.

Travel alert to Greece: Moldovan Embassy in Athens issues clarifications

Citizens of the Republic of Moldova who are in Greece, transiting through, or planning to travel there are advised that a national strike is scheduled for October 14. Moldovans are encouraged to check the transport schedules in advance to ensure they arrive at their intended destinations on time.

Ungheni customs officers foil cigarette smuggling attempt on Chișinău–Bucharest train

A 46-year-old man from Moldova is facing criminal investigation after he attempted to smuggle a shipment of cigarettes out of the country. He hid the cigarettes in the ceiling of a carriage on the "Chisinau-Bucharest" train. The smuggling attempt was thwarted at the Ungheni customs post.

First cardiac device implants in Chisinau: A new chance at life for heart failure patients

At the "Holy Trinity" Hospital in Chisinau, within the Department of Interventional Cardiology and Electrophysiology, three patients with heart failure received cardiac devices for the first time. This included two pacemakers with defibrillation functions and one synchronizer specifically for heart failure management.