Moldova president honors 1970 anti-Soviet graffiti activists

President Maia Sandu met on Friday, August 14, with Lilia Neagu and Asea Andruh-Scorpan, two women who defied Soviet authorities nearly 56 years ago as teenagers by painting anti-regime slogans across Chișinău. Sandu praised their bravery and emphasized the importance of preserving personal stories of resistance for younger generations who never lived under totalitarian rule.

Dniester River levels plunge amid severe drought

Persistent drought and declining water inflow from Ukraine have pushed the Dniester River to critical lows, leaving large sections overgrown with vegetation and walkable on foot.

Ungheni hospital gets €60,000 Japanese grant for eye surgery

Ungheni Regional Hospital is set to modernize its ophthalmic services following the acquisition of a state-of-the-art surgical microscope for complex eye procedures.

Consumers are more willing to denounce product non-conformity, filing over 1,200 petitions

During the first half of 2026, the most common complaints were about inadequate services and non-conforming non-food products. Additionally, the number of petitions rose significantly to 1,275—an increase of nearly 80% compared with the same period in the previous year.

Panic at Chisinau Airport: Hundreds evacuated, flights modified

This morning, hundreds of passengers were evacuated from "Eugen Doga" International Airport in Chisinau following a bomb alert that was reported around 4:30 a.m. The Border Police and specialized units from the Ministry of Internal Affairs responded to the situation, resulting in a temporary suspension of the airport's operations.

"100 Stories Read" program expands: Reading makes children more open and communicative

The national program "100 Stories Read" is being expanded across the country. During this phase, 1,300 kindergartens will receive a set of 21 children's books along with a display shelf to help create reading spaces. In total, 27,300 books and 1,300 shelves will be distributed.

VIDEO | Moldova's 1995 independence marked its official entry into the European value space

Moldova 1 TV continues its editorial campaign titled "35 Years of Independence," which marks the 35th anniversary of the proclamation of the Republic of Moldova's independence. Until August 27, viewers can enjoy two special episodes each day that chronologically explore the key moments in the recent history of the Republic of Moldova.

Three silver and bronze medals at the International AI Olympiad

The Republic of Moldova achieved significant success at the International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence (IOAI) 2026, held in Kazakhstan, winning one silver and two bronze medals. Alin Popescu earned the silver medal, while Ion Pavelescu and Octavian Harcel, students from the "Orizont" Theoretical Lyceum, secured the bronze medals. This marks Moldova's first participation in this prestigious competition, which featured students from over 100 countries.

Government approves plan after extreme weather causes billions in losses

Droughts, floods, torrential rains, and hail are causing billions of lei in losses in the Republic of Moldova. Authorities acknowledge that the country is not adequately prepared for the current scale of these risks. On August 12, the government in Chisinau approved the National Program for Reducing Natural Disaster Risks for 2026-2030. This project aims to modernize early warning systems, map vulnerable areas, and protect the nation's natural resources.

School curriculum changes proposed to prepare students for an AI-dominated job market, focusing on robotics, programming, environment, and health

The Ministry of Education and Research (MEC) has initiated public consultations on a draft for a new generation of curriculum for general education. This document proposes integrating various disciplines into the teaching of different subjects, with an emphasis on developing practical skills by the end of students' studies. The goal is to create interactive lessons that are more relevant, interconnected, and aligned with the demands of the labor market.

95% of the population will have drinking water by 2030

By 2030, nearly the entire population of the country will have access to drinking water, and more than half will have access to sewage services. This is the commitment made by the authorities for the next four years. In this context, the government has approved the National Program for the Development of the Water Supply and Sanitation Sector for the period 2026-2030, which includes an investment of approximately 600 million lei.

Government warning: Moldova must rationalize water reserves before autumn rains

Moldova needs to conserve its water reserves until the autumn rains due to a severe hydrological drought and the ongoing decline in the level of the Nistru River. Environment Minister Gheorghe Hajder said authorities must reduce pressure on water resources and develop long-term solutions.